Mohamed Salah Reaches Peak Form in Liverpool Career, Equals Thierry Henry with Remarkable Europa League Goal
Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah showcased the best form of his Liverpool career during their Europa League match against LASK. Salah played a pivotal role in his team’s 3-1 victory, scoring the third goal.
Despite only being on the field for 16 minutes, Salah made an immediate impact, taking advantage of LASK’s tired defense. He caused numerous problems for the opposition in the final stages and scored a goal with just two minutes remaining.
Commentator Ray Houghton praised Salah’s incredible agility and the “arrogant flick” that led to the goal, noting that Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp recognized the special qualities of Salah.
Salah’s performance highlights why he is considered one of the best players in the world. His goal against LASK marked his 189th in all competitions for Liverpool. He has been in exceptional form at the start of the current season, contributing four assists and scoring two goals in the first five Premier League games.
If we include his performance at the end of the previous season, Salah has been directly involved in a goal in each of his last 12 games for Liverpool, a streak that surpasses any since his arrival at the club six years ago.
Salah’s remarkable form has earned him the nickname “Egyptian King” among Liverpool fans, and he is closing in on breaking another record. His goal in the Europa League was his 42nd in major European competitions for Liverpool, tying him with Arsenal legend Thierry Henry for the most goals scored for an English club in Europe.
Salah has the opportunity to make history and surpass Henry’s record with another goal during Liverpool’s European campaign, possibly in their next game against Union Saint-Gilloise on Thursday, October 5.