Mohamed Salah: Liverpool star Mohamed Salah has once again etched his name into football history, equaling a record that had been exclusively held by Lionel Messi for the past decade. His electrifying performance against Manchester City not only propelled Liverpool to victory but also placed him alongside the legendary Argentine in the record books.
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Mohamed Salah Matches Lionel Messi’s 10-Year Record with Stunning Display Against Manchester City
Salah’s Record-Breaking Feat
In Liverpool’s crucial 2-0 win over Manchester City, Salah both scored and provided an assist—marking the 11th time this season he has achieved this feat in the Premier League. No player in Europe’s top five leagues had managed to do so in a single campaign since Messi’s remarkable 2014-15 season.
Salah’s goal came just 14 minutes into the match at the Etihad Stadium, courtesy of a perfectly executed corner routine involving Alexis Mac Allister and Dominik Szoboszlai. Szoboszlai flicked Mac Allister’s delivery into Salah’s path, allowing the Egyptian forward to fire home a first-time shot that took a slight deflection off Nathan Ake.
Salah’s Goal-Scoring and Playmaking Brilliance
Beyond his goal, Salah also played a crucial role in Liverpool’s second goal. Just before halftime, he provided a brilliant assist for Szoboszlai, who finished with precision to double Liverpool’s lead. This performance reaffirmed Salah’s ability not only as a goal-scorer but also as a key playmaker for Jurgen Klopp’s side.
Climbing the Liverpool Goal-Scoring Charts
Salah’s goal against City was his 180th Premier League strike for Liverpool, further cementing his place in the club’s history. With this milestone, he is now Liverpool’s third-highest all-time goal-scorer, trailing only club legends Ian Rush (346 goals) and Roger Hunt (285 goals).
Having already scored 25 Premier League goals this season and 30 across all competitions, Salah is well on track to surpass his debut season record of 32 league goals and 44 in all competitions.
Salah’s Future at Liverpool: What’s Next?
With just six months remaining on his current Liverpool contract, speculation surrounding Salah’s future continues to grow. His record-breaking performances, however, leave no doubt about his importance to the club. As Liverpool pushes for silverware this season, Salah remains a pivotal figure in their quest for glory.
FAQs
What record did Mohamed Salah match?
Salah became the first player in a decade to score and assist in 11 different league games in a single season, a record previously held only by Lionel Messi (2014-15 season).
How many goals has Salah scored for Liverpool?
Salah has now scored 180 Premier League goals for Liverpool, making him the club’s third-highest all-time scorer.
