Liverpool’s Egyptian maestro, Mohamed Salah, bid farewell to his club as he geared up for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, leaving a message of reassurance for his teammates and expressing his dedication to his national side.
Scoring a decisive brace in Liverpool’s 4-2 victory over Newcastle United, Salah bid adieu to Anfield for the time being. Reflecting on his impending absence, Salah, brimming with national pride, conveyed his confidence in Liverpool’s squad to navigate their games successfully without him.
“Everybody asks me the same! I want to win this competition, I would love to win it. But without me, I’m sure the [Liverpool] players will manage to win games,” Salah remarked to Sky Sports. Emphasizing the talent within the squad, he urged his teammates to remain composed, asserting, “We have fantastic players, really good quality, they just need to keep the pressure away and just play their football. We have players who can play in my position, they can do what I am doing.”
For Salah, representing Egypt holds immense significance, evident in his words: “It means a lot to play for the national team, it’s a great feeling. Every time I step on the field with the national team jersey, it’s something I cannot take for granted.” His passion for his country’s success at AFCON was palpable as he expressed his desire to clinch the trophy.
Liverpool, now leading the Premier League table by three points after Monday’s triumph, faces the challenge of continuing their title pursuit without Salah’s dynamic contributions. Meanwhile, Egypt, aiming for their eighth AFCON title, eyes breaking a thirteen-year dry spell, seeking to reinforce their dominance in African football.
Drawn in Group B alongside Ghana, Mozambique, and Cape Verde, the Pharaohs aspire to reignite their legacy in this prestigious tournament. As Salah departs for national duty, Liverpool will undoubtedly feel his absence, while Egypt anticipates the arrival of their star forward to spearhead their quest for continental glory.
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