Mohamed Salah has reached a significant milestone in international football, surpassing celebrated players Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. This achievement comes as Salah represents Egypt in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).
Historic Milestone Achieved
During a crucial quarter-final match against the Ivory Coast, Salah scored a pivotal goal. This contribution marked his total for Egypt at 100 when combining goals and assists. He has been an integral part of Egypt’s national team for 15 years.
Performance Overview
Salah has played 111 matches for the Pharaohs, netting 65 goals and assisting 35 times. His consistency in performance has placed him among the top contributors in international football history.
- Mohamed Salah: 100 contributions in 111 games
- Lionel Messi: 100 contributions in 122 games
- Cristiano Ronaldo: 100 contributions in 136 games
- Pele: Fastest at 77 games
- Neymar: Achieved in 94 games
Challenges and Future Prospects
Recently, Salah missed out on Liverpool’s Champions League match against Inter Milan after expressing his frustrations about being benched. He has not played in three consecutive Premier League matches, including a dramatic 3-3 draw with Leeds.
Despite these challenges, speculation about Salah’s future at Liverpool has quieted. He is expected to remain with the team, thanks to a contract extension signed in April 2025.
