Egyptian star Mohamed Salah, the icon of Liverpool FC, continued his favorite pastime of breaking records and writing history in gold at Anfield Stadium, after achieving a new exceptional feat during his team’s last match against Sunderland, which took place on Wednesday evening as part of the English Premier League competition.
Despite the absence of the “Egyptian Pharaoh” from scoring in this encounter, his impact was decisive as usual; he provided a magical pass from a corner kick that he executed perfectly from the right side into the penalty area, so that the Dutch defensive leader Virgil van Dijk could rise to it and put it in the net with a powerful header, giving the “Reds” a precious 1-0 victory, and confirming that Salah is not just a goalscorer but a playmaker of the highest caliber.
Equaling the legendary Steven Gerrard's record
According to official data from Liverpool FC and the Premier League, Mohamed Salah's assist brought his total to 92 for Liverpool in the league, making him the joint-most assist provider in the club's Premier League history, equaling the record held by club legend and former captain Steven Gerrard. The remarkable difference lies in the fact that Salah achieved this feat in significantly fewer seasons compared to Gerrard, who reached the same milestone over 17 seasons with the Reds, highlighting the Egyptian star's formidable attacking prowess.
Salah has evolved from a goalscorer to a "Mr. Assist"
Mohamed Salah is no longer just a prolific winger vying for the Golden Boot; his playing style has evolved remarkably in recent seasons, making him the driving force behind Liverpool's attack. This tactical transformation has made him a complete player, combining a natural goal-scoring instinct with a remarkable ability to create opportunities for his teammates, which explains his rapid rise to this record. Salah's adaptability to various tactical formations has made him an indispensable pillar of the team and a lethal weapon feared by defenders, whether through scoring or passing.
Historic status in the English Premier League
In terms of overall Premier League statistics, Mohamed Salah's achievement propelled him to seventh place on the list of players with the most assists in the competition's history (including his previous assist with Chelsea), equaling the record held by Spanish maestro David Silva, the former Manchester City playmaker. This continued ascent in the ranks of greats places Salah among the legends of the league's history and confirms that his influence extends far beyond his club, establishing him as one of the most prominent figures in English football history.
Global impact and lasting legacy
This achievement marks another chapter in the ongoing success story of Arab and African players in European leagues. What Mohamed Salah is doing transcends mere statistics; he is cementing his place as one of the greatest players in the history of the African continent and providing an inspiring example of consistency at the highest level. As his career continues, fans eagerly anticipate him breaking Gerrard's record in upcoming matches, thus becoming Liverpool's all-time leading scorer and assist provider in the Premier League era.
