Mo Salah’s impressive ‘trivela’ pass for Egypt during their World Cup qualifier match against Burkina Faso had fans buzzing with excitement. The Liverpool winger showcased his skills as he helped his team secure a 2-1 victory.
Salah’s impact was immediate, as he played a crucial role in Egypt’s quickfire two-goal lead within the first seven minutes of the game. It was Salah’s lofted pass into the box that set up Trezeguet for a powerful header, giving Egypt an early advantage. The former Aston Villa player later scored the second goal with a brilliant finish using his left foot.
However, it was Salah’s almost incredible assist that stole the show. He played a precise trivela pass with the outside of his left foot, curling the ball into the path of Emam Ashour. Unfortunately, Ashour failed to convert the chance, but Salah’s skill and vision did not go unnoticed. Despite Lassina Traore’s second-half goal for Burkina Faso, Egypt held on to claim a 2-1 victory and extend their lead at the top of their World Cup qualifying group.
While Salah was making waves on the international stage, another young talent was making his mark for Wales. Lewis Koumas, son of former Wales international Jason Koumas, earned his first senior international cap in a 0-0 draw against Gibraltar.
The 18-year-old midfielder came on as a substitute in the 73rd minute and immediately showcased his talent. He displayed quick feet and found space in the penalty area, delivering a shot across the goalkeeper. Unfortunately, the angle was too tight, and the goalkeeper managed to palm the shot wide. Nevertheless, it was a moment of quality that highlighted Koumas’ potential.
Before his international debut, Koumas received praise from Wales manager Rob Page and even had a visit from Liverpool legend Ian Rush. Rush playfully teased Koumas, expressing his expectation for the young player to score. Although Koumas didn’t find the back of the net on his debut, his impressive performance suggests that there will be plenty more opportunities for him in the future.
Koumas’ rapid rise from the Wales U19s to the senior team in less than a year indicates his promising trajectory. If he continues to develop and showcase his skills, there is no doubt that he will become a key figure for Wales in the coming years.