Mohamed Salah further cemented his status as one of Africa’s greatest footballers by surpassing Chelsea legend Didier Drogba as the African player with the most goals in UEFA Champions League history. The milestone came courtesy of a well-placed strike against Bologna on Wednesday night, as the Egyptian cut in from the right flank and unleashed a ferocious drive into the top corner in the 75th minute, doubling Liverpool’s lead after Alexis Mac Allister’s opener.
Since joining Liverpool from Roma in 2017 for €42 million, Salah has been a revelation at Anfield. Over 357 appearances, he has scored 216 goals and provided 93 assists across all competitions, showcasing his consistency, versatility, and clinical finishing. Wednesday’s strike marked his 45th Champions League goal, finally overtaking Didier Drogba, who had previously held the record with 44 goals.
Salah’s record highlights not only his European exploits but also his prolific scoring in domestic football. He has netted 161 Premier League goals for Liverpool and continues to be a talisman for the Reds. As Liverpool sit atop the Premier League table with 15 points after six games, Salah will be key in their pursuit of a second league title underlining his status as a generational talent for both club and continent.
Salah’s achievement is more than just numbers, it reflects his influence, leadership, and enduring excellence on Europe’s biggest stage.
