It was there in Mohamed Salah's beaming smile. In his gentle jibe at Jorginho as they passed during the penalties. In his social media message in the early hours of the morning. One down.
It was there in Jurgen Klopp's face on the balcony as he waited until last to lift. In his fist pumps while carrying the cup. In his warm embrace with Sir Kenny Dalglish.
It was there in Caoimhin Kelleher's hands and in his feet. It was his competition. He deserves it.