Mohamed Salah Becomes Third Player in Liverpool History to Score in Each of the Club’s Opening Five Home League Games of a Season
Mohamed Salah has done it again! The Egyptian forward has scored his sixth home league goal of the season against Nottingham Forest at Anfield, becoming only the third player in Liverpool history to score in each of the club’s opening five home league games of a season.
The two players that preceded him in this exclusive list are Harry Chambers (1922) and John Aldridge (1987). Salah is now on track to become the first player to score in all opening six home league games of a season when Liverpool host Brentford on November 12.
Salah has scored against all of Liverpool’s opponents in their first five home league games, including a brace against Everton. Considering the incredible talent the Reds have had in attack throughout their 131-year history, it makes it all the more special that only three players have achieved this feat.
The 10 goals and four assists Salah has racked up in 13 outings so far this season are a testament to his incredible form. He continues to close in on Billy Liddell’s goal tally for the club, currently sitting fifth in the all-time standings with 196 – that’s 32 behind Liddell.
Salah’s Record-Breaking Achievements
Salah has been breaking records since he joined Liverpool in 2017. He is the fastest player to reach 50 goals for the club, doing so in just 65 appearances. He also holds the record for most goals scored in a 38-game Premier League season, with 32 goals in 2017/18.
In 2018/19, Salah became the first African player to win the Premier League Golden Boot for two consecutive seasons. He also became the first Liverpool player since Ian Rush in 1986/87 to score 20+ goals in three consecutive seasons.
Salah also holds the record for most goals scored by an African player in a single Premier League season (32). He is also the first player ever to score 20+ goals in three consecutive Premier League seasons for Liverpool.
The list of records and achievements goes on and on, as Salah continues to make history with every game he plays. His latest achievement is testament to his incredible talent and determination, and is sure to be added to a long list of successes.
Conclusion
Mohamed Salah has done it again! The Egyptian forward has scored his sixth home league goal of the season against Nottingham Forest at Anfield, becoming only the third player in Liverpool history to score in each of the club’s opening five home league games of a season. This is yet another record-breaking achievement for Salah, who continues to make history with every game he plays.