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Salah Rewrites Egyptian Football History!
14 Nov
Summary
- Mohamed Salah is now Egypt's all-time leading international goalscorer.
- He surpassed Hossam Hassan's record with his 70th international goal.
- The record was set during a 5-0 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier win.
Mohamed Salah has etched his name in Egyptian football history, emerging as the nation's all-time leading international goalscorer. This significant achievement occurred during a commanding 5-0 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier victory over Malawi on Saturday. Salah's remarkable feat came after he netted two goals, bringing his total international count to 70 goals across 123 matches, surpassing the previous record held by Hossam Hassan.
During the match at Cairo International Stadium, Egypt showcased a dominant performance, securing a swift 3-0 lead by halftime. Goals from Nasser Maher, Omar Marmoush, and Mohamed Hany set the stage for the emphatic win. Salah leveled Hassan's record in the 84th minute with a header and then secured it outright with a composed Panenka penalty in stoppage time.
The victory also heralded a promising start for Egypt's new head coach, Ali Maher, who began his tenure with an attacking lineup featuring Salah. This record-breaking performance continues Salah's impressive form, following his notable success at club level, including his prolific career with Liverpool.
