A New Milestone for Liverpool’s King with a Brace Against Southampton
Egyptian superstar Mohamed Salah shone once again, scoring a decisive brace in Liverpool’s 3-2 victory over Southampton during Match week 12 of the English Premier League. The win pushed Liverpool’s points tally to 31 out of a possible 36, extending their lead to eight points over second-placed Manchester City, whom they will face next week at Anfield.
Salah’s double has captured the attention of the English press, cementing his status as the most influential player in Liverpool’s squad. With these goals, Salah reached 100 away goals for Liverpool, becoming only the third player in the club’s history to achieve this milestone, alongside legends Roger Hunt and Ian Rush.
Furthermore, Salah set another Premier League record, becoming the first player to score double-digit goals in eight consecutive seasons. His stats this season include 10 goals and 4 assists from 12 league matches.
The Press Hails “The Pharaoh”
The Sun lauded Salah’s performance, stating, “Salah’s brilliance extends Liverpool’s lead at the top of the league,” describing his goals as typical examples of his style—a thunderous shot followed by a composed penalty.
The Daily Mail headlined, “Salah scores two in 18 minutes,” awarding him a stellar 8/10 performance rating. They highlighted his capability for stepping up in crucial moments, noting his significant contribution as both a scorer and a leader on the pitch.
Liverpool Echo went further, dubbing Salah “the hero,” and praising his pivotal role in maintaining Liverpool’s commanding lead at the top of the league. They emphasized his consistency under pressure, whether scoring or creating chances.
The Daily Star wrote, “When you need a decisive goal, let Salah play,” stressing the importance of keeping the Egyptian star on the pitch despite upcoming crucial matches against Real Madrid and Manchester City. They described Salah as “the deadly weapon” that can always be relied upon.
Similarly, The Guardian highlighted Salah’s poise, stating, “With a precise brace, Salah gave Liverpool an 8-point cushion at the top,” while commending his leadership in securing a vital away win.
Fans Celebrate Their Star
Liverpool fans showed their admiration for their “Egyptian King” across social media. Comments ranged from “Salah deserves the Ballon d’Or” to “The best winger in Premier League history” and “A living icon, an irreplaceable legend.” Others demanded that Liverpool secure his future, stating, “Give him whatever he wants.”
Liverpool manager Arne Slot expressed his faith in Salah, saying, “We always know we can rely on Mohamed Salah when things get tough. He is a true leader.”
Midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai, who scored Liverpool’s opening goal, added, “Playing with Salah is a great honor, and I hope he stays with us for as long as possible.”
With a showdown against Manchester City looming, Salah remains focused on maintaining Liverpool’s momentum. Reflecting on the upcoming match, he commented, “I hope we can continue to win. We have a match against the champions, and if we win, we’ll be 11 points clear. Manchester City is still Manchester City. They are going through a tough period, but they have great players.”
