History of Mohamed Salah in Timeline
Mohamed Salah is an Egyptian professional footballer renowned as one of the best players of his generation and among the greatest African players ever. He plays as a right winger or forward for Liverpool and captains the Egypt national team. Celebrated for his exceptional clinical finishing, dribbling skills, speed, and playmaking capabilities, Salah has achieved widespread recognition as one of the sport's greatest wingers.
1920: Harry Chambers' goal-scoring record
In 1920, Harry Chambers achieved a goal-scoring feat that was later matched by Salah.
1922: Harry Chambers' Achievement
In 1922, Harry Chambers scored in each of the opening five home league matches of a season. This is mentioned as context for a later achievement by Salah.
1979: Liverpool's wins return record
In April 2019, Liverpool secured a club-record-equaling 26th win for the Premier League campaign; and the club's second-highest ever wins return in the top flight after the record of 30 set in 1979.
1981: Ian Rush's scoring streak
In 1981, Ian Rush began a scoring streak for Liverpool, relevant to a later record set by Salah.
1985: Hossam Hassan's Scoring Record
In 1985, Hossam Hassan began his career, setting a goal-scoring record that Salah would eventually surpass. This is mentioned as context for a later achievement by Salah.
1986: Ian Rush's goal scoring streak
In 1986, Ian Rush concluded a consecutive goal-scoring streak, relevant to Salah's record.
1987: John Aldridge's Achievement
In 1987, John Aldridge scored in each of the opening five home league matches of a season. This is mentioned as context for a later achievement by Salah.
1988: Hat-Trick for Liverpool
On 12 September 2020, Salah scored a hat-trick in the first league match of a season. He also became the first player to score a hat-trick for Liverpool in the first league match since John Aldridge achieved this feat in the 1988–89 season.
1990: Egypt reached World Cup finals
Egypt reached their first World Cup finals since the 1990 tournament.
June 1992: Mohamed Salah Born
In June 1992, Mohamed Salah was born. He is an Egyptian professional footballer known for playing as a right winger or forward for Liverpool and captaining the Egypt national team.
1992: Teddy Sheringham Premier League Seasons
On 12 September 2020, Salah scored a hat-trick in the first league match of the season. He became the second man in Premier League history, after Teddy Sheringham from the 1992–93 to 1995–96 seasons.
1995: Robbie Fowler's Total Goals Record
In April 2018, Salah surpassed Robbie Fowler's total of 36 goals set in the 1995-96 campaign for the Premier League era.
1995: Teddy Sheringham Premier League Seasons
On 12 September 2020, Salah scored a hat-trick in the first league match of the season. He became the second man in Premier League history, after Teddy Sheringham from the 1992–93 to 1995–96 seasons.
2000: Michael Owen's Goal Streak
Salah's 20th of the season saw him become the first Liverpool player to score 20 goals in all competitions in three consecutive seasons since Michael Owen between 2000–01 and 2002–03.
2002: Michael Owen's Goal Streak
Salah's 20th of the season saw him become the first Liverpool player to score 20 goals in all competitions in three consecutive seasons since Michael Owen between 2000–01 and 2002–03.
2003: Ronaldo's hat-trick at Old Trafford
In 2003, Ronaldo scored a hat-trick at Old Trafford. This is mentioned as context for Salah's hat-trick in 2021.
2005: Champions League final
On 1 June, Salah scored Liverpool's first goal in a 2–0 win over Tottenham in the 2019 Champions League final from a penalty. The goal was the second fastest goal ever scored in a Champions League final, slower only than Paolo Maldini's effort for AC Milan against Liverpool in the 2005 final.
2007: Hossam Hassan's Scoring Record
In 2007, Hossam Hassan ended his career with a significant goal-scoring record that Salah would eventually surpass. This is mentioned as context for a later achievement by Salah.
2008: Steven Gerrard's Milestone
On 17 October 2020, he scored his 100th goal for Liverpool. In scoring his 100th goal in his 159th game, Salah became the first player since Steven Gerrard in 2008 to reach the milestone.
May 2010: First-Team Debut
On May 3, 2010, Mohamed Salah made his first-team debut for Al-Mokawloon in the Egyptian Premier League as a substitute in a 1–1 draw against El Mansoura.
December 2010: First Goal for Al-Mokawloon
On December 25, 2010, Mohamed Salah scored his first goal for Al-Mokawloon in a 1–1 away draw against Al Ahly.
September 2011: Salah makes debut for Egypt national team
In September 2011, Salah made his debut for the senior Egypt national team in a 2–1 away defeat by Sierra Leone.
2011: Andy Carroll's Liverpool Transfer
In 2011, Liverpool spent £35m on Andy Carroll, which was eclipsed when they signed Mohamed Salah in June 2017.
April 2012: Signed for Basel
On April 10, 2012, Mohamed Salah signed a four-year contract with Swiss Super League club Basel, starting from June 15, 2012, following a friendly match where he scored twice against the Egypt national under-23 team.
June 2012: Signed with Basel and Scored Unofficial Debut Goal
In June 2012, Mohamed Salah signed a four-year contract with Basel starting from June 15. On June 23, 2012, he scored on his unofficial debut against FCSB during a friendly match, a 4–2 defeat.
2012: Salah plays in 2012 Summer Olympics
In 2012, Salah represented Egypt in the 2012 Summer Olympics.
April 2013: UEFA Europa League Goal
On April 11, 2013, Mohamed Salah scored his first UEFA Europa League goal in the quarter-finals, helping Basel advance to the semi-finals. On May 2, 2013, Salah scored away to Chelsea in the semi-final.
June 2013: Salah scores hat-trick against Zimbabwe
In June 2013, Salah scored a hat-trick in a 4–2 away win against Zimbabwe in a World Cup qualifier.
July 2013: First League Appearance and Goal of the Season
On July 13, 2013, Mohamed Salah scored in his first league appearance of the season against Aarau for Basel.
August 2013: Goals Against Ludogorets Razgrad
On August 21, 2013, Mohamed Salah scored twice against PFC Ludogorets Razgrad in the Champions League play-off round.
August 2013: Champions League Goal and Controversy
On August 6, 2013, Mohamed Salah scored his first Champions League goal against Maccabi Tel Aviv in the third qualifying round. Following the game, Salah was involved in a controversy for appearing to avoid shaking hands with the players of the Israeli club.
September 2013: Goal Against Chelsea
On September 18, 2013, Mohamed Salah scored the equaliser against Chelsea in a 2–1 away win during the Champions League group stage for Basel.
January 2014: Signed with Chelsea
On January 23, 2014, Chelsea announced an agreement to sign Mohamed Salah from Basel for a reported fee of £11 million. The transfer was completed three days later, making him the first Egyptian to sign for the club.
January 2014: Departure from Basel
On January 23, 2014, it was announced that Mohamed Salah would leave Basel after playing 95 games and scoring 21 goals for the club.
March 2014: Liverpool's away win at Old Trafford
In March 2014, Liverpool secured an away win over Manchester United at Old Trafford. This win is mentioned as context for a later achievement by Salah.
October 2014: Salah scores in Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches
In October 2014, Salah scored in both matches against Botswana in qualifying for the 2015 Africa Cup of Nations.
October 2014: Criticism by Mourinho
On October 28, 2014, after a poor performance in a League Cup match against Shrewsbury Town, Mohamed Salah, along with André Schürrle, was publicly criticised by Chelsea manager José Mourinho.
2014: Lionel Messi set record in Europe's Big Five leagues
In 2014, Lionel Messi set a record in Europe's Big Five leagues with 11 for Barcelona. Salah equaled this achievement in 2025.
2014: Birth of daughter Makka
In 2014, Salah and his wife welcomed their first daughter, Makka, named after the Islamic holy city of Mecca.
2014: Salah helps Egypt to qualify for final qualifying group
Salah scored the only goal against Mozambique, putting Egypt into the final qualifying group for the 2014 FIFA World Cup.
February 2015: Loan to Fiorentina
On February 2, 2015, Mohamed Salah joined Fiorentina on an 18-month loan from Chelsea, as part of a deal that saw Juan Cuadrado move to Chelsea. He chose the number 74 shirt in honour of the victims of the Port Said Stadium riot.
August 2015: Loan to Roma
On August 6, 2015, Mohamed Salah joined Roma on a season-long loan for €5 million, with an option to make the deal permanent for a reported €15 million. He made his debut on August 22.
August 2016: Signing with Roma
In August 2016, Roma officially announced the acquisition of Salah for €15 million, marking a significant move in his career. He later scored his first goal in a 4-0 win against Udinese on 20 August.
June 2017: Agreed Transfer to Liverpool
In June 2017, Salah reached an agreement to transfer to Liverpool, a Premier League club, with an initial fee of £36.5m that could rise to £43m. This fee marked a club record at the time.
November 2017: Goal Against Former Team Chelsea
On 26 November 2017, Salah scored against his former team Chelsea in a 1–1 draw. On 29 November 2017, Salah scored twice against Stoke City in a 3–0 win.
2017: Consecutive League Openers
On 12 September 2020, Salah scored a hat-trick in the first league match of the season. Hence, he became the first Liverpool player to score in four consecutive league openers from the 2017–18 to 2020–21 seasons
February 2018: Salah donates shirt to young supporter Mohamed Abdel Karim
In February 2018, after a match against Tottenham, Salah donated a replica shirt to young supporter Mohamed Abdel Karim, who was pictured wearing a jumper with Salah's name and number.
March 2018: Salah appeared in Vodafone Egypt advertisement
In March 2018, Salah appeared in an advertisement for Vodafone Egypt. The video, filmed visiting several Merseyside landmarks, was originally released in Arabic and later translated to English.
March 2018: Four Goals Against Watford
On 17 March 2018, Salah scored four goals in a 5–0 victory against Watford, marking his first hat-trick for Liverpool. He broke the record of scoring 36 times in his debut season for Liverpool.
April 2018: PFA Player of the Year Award
In April 2018, Salah scored in both Champions League quarter-final matches against Manchester City. On 22 April 2018, Salah was awarded the PFA Players' Player of the Year award and was named in the PFA Team of the Year. On 24 April 2018, he scored twice in a 5–2 Champions League semi-final first leg win over Roma.
July 2018: New Long-Term Contract with Liverpool
On 2 July 2018, Salah committed to Liverpool by signing a new long-term contract, signaling his dedication to the club and reinforcing Liverpool's standing in the football community.
2018: Salah's name written on spoilt ballot papers
During the 2018 Egyptian presidential election, many voters wrote Salah's name on spoilt ballot papers, potentially exceeding a million.
2018: Salah appeared in Adidas World Cup commercial
In 2018, Salah appeared in an Adidas World Cup commercial alongside David Beckham, Lionel Messi, Paul Pogba, and Pharrell Williams.
2018: Featured on GQ Middle East Cover
In 2018, Salah was featured on the cover of GQ Middle East magazine, with a feature story titled "The Unstoppable Rise of Mo Salah", highlighting his influence.
2018: Salah named England's Men's Footballer of the Year
In 2018, Salah was first named England's Men's Footballer of the Year, an achievement he would reach for the second time in 2022.
2018: Mural in New York City
In 2018, during Liverpool's pre-season tour in the U.S., American artist Brandan Odums created a mural in New York City's Times Square area displaying Salah in an Egypt kit. The player later posted an image on social media posing next to it.
2018: Ranked Sixth in Ballon d'Or
In December 2018, Salah was ranked sixth place at the Ballon d'Or ceremony, as a recognition for his performances with club and country throughout the year.
2018: Champions League Final Injury
In the 2018 Champions League final against Real Madrid, Salah sustained an injury to his left shoulder in the 30th minute following a challenge by Sergio Ramos, leading to his substitution and a 3–1 defeat for Liverpool.
2018: Salah plays in 2018 FIFA World Cup for Egypt
Salah was included in Egypt's squad for the 2018 FIFA World Cup, scoring goals against Russia and Saudi Arabia. Egypt had reached their first World Cup finals since the 1990 tournament.
January 2019: 50th Premier League Goal
On 19 January 2019, Salah scored his 50th Premier League goal with a brace in a 4–3 win over Crystal Palace, reaching the tally in 72 appearances.
February 2019: Racial Abuse Investigation
In February 2019, West Ham initiated an investigation into a video allegedly showing fans racially abusing Salah, including for being Muslim.
August 2019: Goal Against Norwich City
On 9 August 2019, Salah scored Liverpool's second goal in a 4–1 victory against Norwich City, marking the opening game of the 2019–20 Premier League season. On 14 August 2019, Salah scored Liverpool's fifth penalty in a 5-4 penalty shootout win against Chelsea in the 2019 UEFA Super Cup.
September 2019: FIFPRO World 11 Nomination
In September 2019, Salah received a nomination for the FIFPRO World 11 award by FIFPRO and FIFA, recognizing him as one of 55 players.
September 2019: Salah named captain of the Egypt national team
In September 2019, Salah was named as the captain of the Egypt national team.
2019: Featured on Time Magazine's Time 100
In 2019, Salah was featured on the cover of Time magazine's Time 100 edition. In his Time 100 entry, Salah advocated for women's equality in the Middle East, and John Oliver wrote Salah's feature in the Time 100 issue.
January 2020: Wax statue at Madame Tussauds
In January 2020, it was announced that Salah would be honoured with a wax statue at Madame Tussauds in London.
January 2020: Goal Against Manchester United
On 19 January 2020, Salah scored his first goal in five encounters against rivals Manchester United, marking a significant moment in Liverpool's 2–0 home win in the Premier League. On 29 January 2020, Salah scored Liverpool's opening goal in a 2–0 away win against West Ham.
June 2020: Liverpool Beat Crystal Palace and Secures Title
On 24 June 2020, Salah scored as Liverpool beat Crystal Palace 4–0 at home, as the team edged closer to securing the title.
September 2020: Hat-Trick Against Leeds United
On 12 September 2020, Salah scored a hat-trick in the first league match of the season, including two penalties, in a 4–3 win against Leeds United. He became the first Liverpool player to score in four consecutive league openers from the 2017–18 to 2020–21 seasons.
October 2020: 100th Goal for Liverpool
On 17 October 2020, Salah marked a significant milestone by scoring his 100th goal for Liverpool in all competitions during a 2–2 away draw against Everton, further solidifying his place in Liverpool's history.
2020: Birth of daughter Kayan
In 2020, Salah and his wife welcomed their second daughter, Kayan.
January 2021: Salah scores two goals against West Ham
In January 2021, Mohamed Salah scored two goals against West Ham, becoming the fifth Liverpool player to score more than 20 goals in all competitions in four consecutive seasons. He is the first to achieve this since Ian Rush, who did so six times from 1981–82 to 1986–87. His goal in the 68th minute was voted as Premier League Goal of the Month.
October 2021: Salah's Record-Breaking Month
In October 2021, Mohamed Salah achieved several milestones. On October 19, 2021, he became the first player in Liverpool history to score in nine consecutive games, scoring twice in a 3–2 win away to Atlético Madrid in the Champions League. On October 24, 2021, he scored a hat-trick against Manchester United in a 5–0 away victory. On October 3, 2021, Salah scored a goal against Manchester City, which was later named the Premier League Goal of the Month and the Premier League Goal of the Season for 2021–22.
December 2021: Salah's achievements in December 2021
In December 2021, Salah scored Liverpool's opening goal in a 2–1 away win against AC Milan, making Liverpool the first English club to win all six Champions League group games in the competition's history. The goal was Salah's 20th of the season, making him the first Liverpool player since Ian Rush to score 20 goals in five successive seasons. On December 16, 2021, Salah scored Liverpool's second goal in a 3–1 home win against Newcastle United.
2021: Study on reduction of hate crimes
According to a 2021 study in the American Political Science Review, Salah's transfer to Liverpool led to a 16% reduction in hate crimes in the city, as well as reducing Islamophobic online rhetoric by Liverpool fans.
2021: Salah's Premier League Season
In 2021, Mohamed Salah had a prolific Premier League season, beginning with a goal and two assists in a 3–0 win away to Norwich. He became the first player to score in the opening game of five consecutive Premier League seasons. On September 12, 2021, Salah scored his 100th Premier League goal in a 3–0 win away to Leeds United. On September 25, 2021, Salah scored his 100th Premier League goal for Liverpool in a 3–3 draw away to Brentford.
2021: Increased Recognition of Salah's Playmaking abilities
In 2021, Salah started to receive increased recognition of his playmaking abilities. He recorded 25 assists across the 2021-22 and 2022-23 Premier League seasons, compared to 33 assists across the four seasons prior to this.
February 2022: Salah scores 150th goal for Liverpool
In February 2022, on the 19th, Salah became the 10th player to score 150 goals in all competitions for Liverpool, and the second fastest (232 matches) after Roger Hunt (226), when he scored the second goal in a 3–1 Premier League win over Norwich at Anfield.
July 2022: Salah signs new contract and wins FA Community Shield
In July 2022, on the 1st, Salah signed a new contract with Liverpool, lasting until at least 2025. On July 30, 2022, Salah scored a penalty and assisted a goal in a 3–1 FA Community Shield victory against Manchester City.
August 2022: Salah donates to rebuild Abu Sefein Church
In August 2022, after a fire at Abu Sefein Church in Giza, Egypt, which resulted in 41 deaths, Salah expressed his condolences and donated three million Egyptian pounds to help rebuild the church.
2022: Salah finishes Champions League as second-highest goalscorer
In 2022, Salah finished the Champions League as the second-highest goalscorer in the competition, behind only Erling Haaland.
2022: Increased Recognition of Salah's Playmaking abilities
In 2022, Salah started to receive increased recognition of his playmaking abilities. He recorded 25 assists across the 2021-22 and 2022-23 Premier League seasons, compared to 33 assists across the four seasons prior to this.
January 2023: Salah Surpasses Kenny Dalglish on All-Time Scorers List
In January 2023, on the 7th, Salah surpassed Kenny Dalglish for sixth place on Liverpool's all-time top scorers' list, bringing his total to 173 goals in 280 matches.
March 2023: Salah scores 50th international goal for Egypt
On 24 March 2023, Salah scored his 50th international goal for Egypt, making Egypt the only African team with more than one player with at least 50 international goals.
August 2023: Salah Receives Contract Offer from Al-Ittihad
In August 2023, Salah received a two-year contract offer worth £155m from Saudi Pro League side Al-Ittihad; however, his agent stated that Salah was "committed" to Liverpool.
September 2023: Liverpool Turns Down Offer from Al-Ittihad
In September 2023, Al-Ittihad sent an offer worth £150 million to sign Salah. However, Liverpool turned down the deal.
October 2023: Salah Achieves Milestones in October 2023
In October 2023, Salah scored the 200th and 201st league goals of his career in the Merseyside derby on October 21, 2023. On October 26, 2023, he became the highest-scoring Premier League player in European competitions. On October 29, 2023, he became the third player in Liverpool history to score in each of the opening five home league matches of a season.
December 2023: Salah selected for 2023 Africa Cup of Nations squad
On 30 December 2023, Salah was selected in the 27-man squad for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations in Ivory Coast.
January 2024: Salah scores penalty and sustains injury in 2024 Africa Cup of Nations
On 14 January 2024, Salah scored a stoppage-time penalty in a 2–2 draw against Mozambique, becoming the first Egyptian to score in four different AFCON tournaments. He sustained a hamstring injury against Ghana four days later, which led to his withdrawal from the competition.
March 2024: Salah Sets Record in Europa League
In March 2024, on the 14th, Salah scored a goal in a 6–1 win over Sparta Prague in the Europa League round of 16, becoming the first player to score at least 20 goals in seven consecutive seasons for Liverpool.
August 2024: Salah breaks Premier League opening day goal record
On August 17, 2024, Salah broke the record for the most goals scored on opening day in Premier League history after netting in a 2–0 win over newly promoted Ipswich Town.
December 2024: Salah breaks Premier League records
In December 2024, Salah entered the all-time top 50 goalscorers list. He scored his 173rd goal and became the joint highest top foreign goalscorer in English football. He broke three more Premier League records when he netted a goal and provided two assists in a dominant 5–0 victory over West Ham United at London Stadium. He also entered the Premier League's top 10 list of all-time assists with 81 to his name, surpassing David Beckham.
December 2024: Salah achieves multiple milestones in December 2024
In December 2024, on the 10th, Salah scored his 50th Champions League goal in Liverpool's 1–0 victory against Girona. On December 14, 2024, he registered his 100th assist for Liverpool in all competitions, in the Premier League game against Fulham. On December 22, 2024, he scored a brace and provided two assists in a 6–3 away victory over Tottenham Hotspur to become the first player in Premier League history to reach double digits in both goals and assists before Christmas with 15 goals and 11 assists.
January 2025: Salah reaches milestones in Premier League
In January 2025, Salah scored his 50th goal for Liverpool in European competitions in a 2–1 victory over Lille at Anfield. Salah scored against Ipswich Town in a 4–1 home win, then a brace in a 2–0 away victory at Bournemouth, increasing his tally to 178 in the Premier League, moving up to sixth in the Premier League top goalscorers list, overtaking Thierry Henry and Frank Lampard.
2025: Salah's contract with Liverpool
In July 2022, Salah signed a new contract with Liverpool, lasting until at least 2025.
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