Liverpool’s final match of the season, set to conclude with a Premier League trophy lift at Anfield, will have some very familiar names in charge of proceedings.
The Premier League have confirmed who will officiate the clash with Crystal Palace – and for our supporters, a couple of them are far from forgettable.
As reported via premierleague.com, the full team of officials for Liverpool vs Crystal Palace is:
Referee: Darren England. Assistants: Scott Ledger, Derek Eaton. Fourth official: Sam Barrott. VAR: Paul Howard. Assistant VAR: Nick Greenhalgh.
Controversial officials return for Liverpool vs Palace
Darren England has been named as the referee, a figure that will immediately stir memories of the chaotic night in north London when Luis Diaz saw a legitimate goal chalked off against Tottenham.
That incident back in October 2023 prompted a public apology and major backlash, and the Yorkshire-based official was subsequently stood down from duty for several weeks.
Meanwhile, fourth official at Anfield will be Sam Barrott – the man who oversaw our win against Everton in April.
He was widely criticised by Liverpool fans for allowing James Tarkowski to escape punishment after a high challenge on Alexis Mac Allister in front of our fans.
This also led to a Howard Webb public confirmation that a mistake had been made that cost the Reds, though if you ask our rivals – we always get the decisions our way.
With Paul Howard on VAR duty and Nick Greenhalgh assisting him, the hope will be that the final day of what has been a historic season is remembered for the right reasons.
There’s no pressure for victory but it would be nice to end our win-less run since clinching the title, on the day we’re set to lift it at Anfield in front of our fans.
