Liverpool's Mohamed Salah applauds the fans as he is substituted (Photo: Reuters)
Egyptian winger Mohamed Salah scored twice Saturday for his English Premier League (EPL) club Liverpool secure them an impressive 3-0 victory against Southampton, topping the EPL scorers' chart with 9 goals.
The Egyptian has scored a total of 14 goals this season so far in only 18 matches.
His outstanding performance stirred very enthusiastic reactions from fans and critics, who have shown great support and admiration for the 25-year-old player.
Salah has also made it into the headlines of sports newspapers worldwide, having gained praises from critics calling him "brilliant," "record-breaker," "star," "legend," "myth," among many other praises.
Thousands of fans joined the praising festival expressing admiration, respect, and support.
Ahram Online collected some reactions from footballers after the game:
Liverpool coach Jurgen Klopp:
Liverpool's Mohamed Salah with manager Juergen Klopp after being substituted (Photo: Reuters)
"What can I say? He [Salah] is in a good moment. It's good for us."
Liverpool Captain Jordan Henderson:
Liverpool's Jordan Henderson (Photo: Reuters)
"I just want him to keep going. He hasn't taken his foot off the gas. He's working hard in training and in the games. It's not just his scoring, it is his work rate," Henderson said.
"He has been brilliant for all the season so far. He has to keep it going for us like all the players, but it is a good start coming back after the international break."
"It is important for us over this busy period, it's important to keep players fresh and raring to go - even those who are not starting."
Liverpool legend Kenny Dalglish:
File Photo: Former Liverpool manager Kenny Dalglish (Photo: Reuters)
“Mo has got a bad habit of scoring goals and he doesn’t want to give up that habit. Sometimes clubs suit players and sometimes players suit clubs."
“He seems to have got a really happy relationship with the club, the players, and the manager."
“He’s been excellent so far. Long may it continue.”
Liverpool FC twitter:
"Mohamed Salah with a touch of genius!"
CAF twitter:
"Well Done. Salah is now leading the Premier League top scorers with 9 goals."
Former Norwich footballer John Arne Riise:
"Excuse me Mr Salah, but what are you made of? What a player we have!"
Ahmed 'Mido' Hossam:
"Salah won't continue in Liverpool. Wait for him in Real Madrid,"
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