Liverpool fans hail the ‘best moment of the match’ after spotting Harvey Elliott’s ruthless gesture to Richarlison
Liverpool fans hail the ‘best moment of the match’ after spotting Harvey Elliott’s ruthless gesture to Richarlison
Liverpool supporters have been raving about what many are calling the “best moment of the match” after Harvey Elliott delivered a ruthless, unforgettable gesture aimed at Tottenham’s Richarlison during their emphatic Premier League title-clinching victory.
The Reds officially sealed their 20th league title — and their second of the Premier League era — with a stunning 5-1 demolition of Tottenham Hotspur at Anfield on Sunday. It was a historic day for Liverpool, one that saw the city prepare to be awash in a sea of red as jubilant celebrations kicked off across Merseyside.
While Liverpool basked in their latest triumph, bitter rivals Everton were once again left in the shadows. The blue half of the city has now endured over 30 long years without a major trophy — a painful statistic that Harvey Elliott had no intention of letting go unnoticed.
Elliott, who came off the bench in the second half to make his mark on the game, had a heated encounter with former Everton forward Richarlison during stoppage time. Richarlison, already the target of loud boos from the Anfield faithful due to his Everton past, found himself embroiled in a physical altercation with the young Liverpool midfielder.
During the confrontation, Elliott shoved Richarlison and, in a move that delighted Liverpool fans across the globe, mockingly flashed a ‘30’ gesture with his hands — a cheeky but cutting reference to Everton’s three-decade-long wait for silverware. The moment instantly went viral, with supporters hailing Elliott’s quick wit and fearless attitude.
Fans flooded social media to praise Elliott’s bold taunt. One user on X (formerly Twitter) exclaimed, “Harvey Elliott giving Richarlison the ’30 years’ sign might actually be the best moment of the whole match.” Another wrote, “Best part of today was Harvey Elliott absolutely taking the p*ss out of Richarlison.” A third commented, “Harvey Elliott just achieved hero status for that 30 years gesture to Richarlison.” Meanwhile, another fan cheekily added, “Harvey Elliott doing the Lord’s work on Richarlison.”
The moment symbolized more than just banter — it was a reflection of Liverpool’s dominance and Everton’s ongoing struggles.
For Elliott personally, it was an especially sweet day. Although he was part of Liverpool’s squad during their 2020 title-winning season, he was too young to qualify for a Premier League winners’ medal. Now, four years later, he can proudly call himself a Premier League champion, playing an active role in Liverpool’s triumphant campaign.
The achievement also marked a major milestone for Arne Slot, Liverpool’s head coach, who lifted his first Premier League title in his debut season at the helm. Speaking to the media after the final whistle, Slot was almost lost for words.
“It’s difficult to put into words,” Slot admitted. “You could feel the importance of this for the fans, for everyone connected with the club. We always fight back, we always find a way to win, and today was no different. Honestly, I never felt like we could lose today.”
Slot added: “Our main focus was just winning this game. Even though we were already close to the title, you still feel the pressure to get it done. We’ve been leading the league for much of the season, but everyone knows how tough the Premier League is. What made the difference was our unwavering belief — we never stopped believing we could win it.”
Liverpool’s incredible season isn’t over just yet. They are set to receive a guard of honour from Chelsea next Sunday when they return to Premier League action. It will be another opportunity for the Anfield faithful to celebrate their champions — and for players like Harvey Elliott to continue cementing their place in the hearts of Liverpool fans.