Salah Back in the Spotlight in England
Egyptian star Mohamed Salah, Liverpool forward and national team captain, received special praise from the British outlet "Givemesport" ahead of the upcoming Community Shield clash against Crystal Palace, set to take place at 5 PM this Sunday at the iconic Wembley Stadium.
Clash Between League and Cup Champions
Liverpool will participate as the Premier League champions, while Crystal Palace takes part as FA Cup holders, having defeated Manchester City—which includes Egyptian international Omar Marmoush—in the final.
Salah’s Unique Global Status
The outlet described Salah as holding a "special status in Egypt and across Africa," with many fans considering him the greatest African footballer of all time. His consistent brilliance with Liverpool, especially under Jürgen Klopp, has made him one of the most recognized athletes worldwide.
A Career Rebuilt in Italy
The report highlighted Salah’s journey, noting that although his stint at Chelsea didn’t meet expectations, he successfully rebuilt his career in Italy with Fiorentina and AS Roma. His return to England came in 2017 when he joined Liverpool, marking the beginning of a new chapter filled with success.
Record-Breaking and Consistent
Since joining Liverpool, Salah has become one of the Premier League’s top stars, scoring 32 goals in his debut season, a record at the time, earning him the Golden Boot. He later played a crucial role in Liverpool’s triumphs in both the Premier League and the UEFA Champions League, among other major honors.
Salah Among Premier League’s All-Time Greats
Global Recognition of Salah’s Legacy
In a recent ranking by international sports outlet "Lentedesportiva", Mohamed Salah was named among the greatest players in Premier League history, acknowledging his outstanding performances since arriving at Liverpool.
The Premier League Honors the Egyptian King
The outlet noted that since its inception in 1992, the Premier League has featured some of the greatest talents in football history, and Salah has played a vital role in shaping the league's recent era with his skill, consistency, and memorable moments.
Ranked 8th Among Premier League Legends
Salah was placed 8th in the all-time ranking, ahead of several Premier League icons, including:
Frank Lampard (Chelsea legend)
Steven Gerrard (Liverpool icon)
Paul Scholes, Roy Keane, and David Beckham (Manchester United legends)
This ranking reflects the immense impact Salah has had on English football and the respect he commands from fans and media alike
