Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah has carved his name into history as Africa’s greatest goal scorer in the UEFA Champions League. The Egyptian superstar hit the milestone with his 45th goal in the competition during Liverpool’s crucial victory over Bologna on Wednesday, September 2.
Salah’s record-breaking goal came in the 75th minute, a clinical finish that sealed a vital win for his team in the group stage. At 32 years old, Salah’s remarkable feat places him at the pinnacle of African football in Europe’s most prestigious tournament, surpassing Ivory Coast legend Didier Drogba, who held the previous record with 44 goals. Cameroonian icon Samuel Eto’o follows in third with 35 goals.
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Beyond becoming the top African scorer, Salah continues to etch his legacy with a series of remarkable achievements. According to reports from Squawka, he is the first Liverpool player to score in five consecutive Champions League games at Anfield. Additionally, he became the first player in the tournament’s history to both score and assist in nine different Champions League matches for an English club.
Salah’s record-breaking goal highlights his influence not just for Liverpool but also for African football as a whole. His accomplishments in the Champions League stand as a testament to his enduring talent and commitment to excellence on the international stage.
