Mohamed Salah continues to cement his status as one of the Premier League’s greatest players, breaking multiple records with his latest performance against Bournemouth. The Egyptian forward once again delivered a standout display, scoring twice to guide Liverpool to victory and further etching his name into the history books.
Salah opened the scoring in the 30th minute from the penalty spot after Cody Gakpo was fouled by Lewis Cook inside the box. The decision sparked controversy, prompting a VAR review that ultimately upheld the referee’s call. A statement from the Premier League Match Centre confirmed that the challenge was deemed a trip, and Gakpo was onside in the buildup. Unfazed by the scrutiny, Salah calmly slotted his penalty past Kepa Arrizabalaga, registering his 20th goal of the season.
That goal propelled him into a tie with former Chelsea and England midfielder Frank Lampard for sixth place on the all-time Premier League scoring list. However, he did not stop there. In the second half, Salah doubled Liverpool’s lead with a trademark left-footed finish in the 75th minute, securing his 178th Premier League goal and surpassing Lampard in the rankings. His next target is fifth-placed Sergio Agüero, who sits just seven goals ahead at 184, while Andy Cole occupies fourth with 187. Beyond them, Wayne Rooney, Harry Kane, and Alan Shearer round out the top three in Premier League history.
Salah’s goals against Bournemouth also placed him among an elite group of players. He became just the fifth player in Premier League history to score 20 or more goals in five separate seasons, joining Alan Shearer, Sergio Agüero, Harry Kane, and Thierry Henry. Earlier in the campaign, he had already set another record by becoming the only player in league history to register double figures in both goals and assists before Christmas.
His consistency and impact have been instrumental in Liverpool’s title challenge under new manager Arne Slot. The Reds sit atop the Premier League table, with Salah playing a crucial role in their push for glory. However, uncertainty looms over his future at Anfield, as he has entered the final year of his contract. Unless new terms are agreed upon, he will be free to leave the club at the end of the season.
Despite the ongoing contract negotiations, Salah remains focused on delivering world-class performances. His goal-scoring prowess and leadership on the field continue to drive Liverpool forward, and as the season progresses, he could further climb the all-time scoring charts while pushing his team toward another league title.
