In tonight’s match between Liverpool and Manchester United, Mohamed Salah once again showcased his brilliance as the “Red Devils Slayer.”
By the end of the game, Salah had scored 16 goals and provided 6 assists in 17 appearances against Manchester United, making them the team he has scored against the most—three more than any other opponent.
Liverpool 2-2 Manchester United
Additionally, Salah set a new record in Premier League history.
He broke the record for goal involvements in the first 19 matches of a season.
Salah scores again!
After converting a penalty in this match, Salah has now scored 18 goals and provided 13 assists in 19 league games this season, totaling 31 goal contributions.
The previous record-holder was Liverpool legend Luis Suárez, who scored 23 goals and provided 7 assists in the first 19 matches of the 2013-14 season, totaling 30 goal contributions.
Salah’s performance this season is undoubtedly more balanced and consistent.
Salah scores from the penalty!
Although Salah’s performance in this match was relatively subdued compared to his previous games, his penalty goal extended his streak of consecutive goal contributions to 12 matches, during which he has scored 14 goals and provided 9 assists.
Notably, Salah’s 18 goals in the first 19 Premier League matches this season have already matched his total goal tally from last season.
Salah scores 18 goals in 19 Premier League matches!
Across all competitions, he has scored 21 goals and provided 17 assists in 27 matches, totaling 38 goal contributions—matching his output from last season, where he recorded 25 goals and 13 assists in 44 appearances.
Salah’s staggering statistics this season highlight his exceptional form, making him a strong contender for the Ballon d’Or.
Salah equals Thierry Henry’s record with 175 Premier League goals!
Furthermore, Salah’s goal tonight also saw him climb higher in the Premier League’s all-time top scorers list.
With 175 goals, he has equaled Thierry Henry’s record, placing him joint 7th on the list.
It is worth noting that the players ahead of him include Frank Lampard (177 goals), Sergio Agüero (184 goals), and Andrew Cole (187 goals).
Salah has climbed to 7th place on the all-time Premier League scoring list!
Given Salah’s current form, the Egyptian King has a strong chance of finishing the season as the 4th highest scorer in Premier League history and becoming the league’s top-scoring foreign player.
