Erik ten Hag earned a standing ovation from the Manchester United supporters prior to kick-off. They put their hands together for him again as he strode onto the pitch at full-time.
The season is not over for United but it is now all but a success. Roberto Firmino's late leveller at Anfield has delayed United's Champions League qualification but it is a matter of time now. There is plenty of cause for United fans to put their hands together.
"Jonesy 1-0 Gerrard," chirped the United supporters in a paean to the departing defender. United will have to draw with Chelsea or Fulham next week to defeat Liverpool for fourth place.
