Mohamed Salah, Not Arne Slot, Led Liverpool to Last Season’s League Victory
In the 2024 Premier League season, Mohamed Salah emerged as a pivotal force for Liverpool, leading them to their first league title in three decades. The title-winning campaign showcased Salah’s exceptional skills and prolific scoring ability, solidifying his status as one of the club’s greatest players.
Title Victory and Salah’s Contributions
On November 2, 2024, Liverpool played against Brighton at Anfield. With the score tied at 1-1 and 16 minutes remaining, a quick pass found Salah, who skillfully netted a stunning goal. This moment helped Liverpool secure a 2-1 victory, extending their lead over Arsenal in the league standings.
Salah’s remarkable performance throughout the 2024-2025 season was reflected in the statistics. He scored 29 goals in 38 matches, becoming the Premier League’s top scorer. Out of these goals, 26 were crucial, meaning they changed the game’s outcome by equalizing or taking the lead. Salah’s contributions were not limited to scoring; he also provided 18 assists, the highest in the league since Kevin De Bruyne’s record achievement.
Statistical Highlights
- Goals: 29 in 38 appearances
- Meaningful goals: 26
- Assists: 18, the most in the league
- Big Chances Created: 27
- Overperformed xG by: 7.5
Recent Struggles and Team Dynamics
As of August 31, 2025, Liverpool faced challenges, including a 1-0 victory over Arsenal where Salah did not register a shot—only the fourth instance in his Liverpool career. Despite this, the team managed to win their third consecutive match with a decisive goal in the latter minutes.
However, Liverpool’s trajectory took a downturn with six losses in seven matches, exacerbated by a lack of offensive creativity. Fans now face the concerning reality that Salah’s past contributions may not be enough to carry the team again this season.
Future Outlook
Salah’s current form shows a decline in touches and shot attempts compared to previous seasons. His average has dropped from 10.5 touches in the opponent’s box to 5.6, while shots per game decreased from 3.5 to 2.2.
As Liverpool fans look ahead, the focus shifts to manager Arne Slot’s ability to maximize Salah’s potential while addressing the team’s urgent need for tactical adaptations. The question remains if Salah can replicate his previous magic to steer Liverpool back to glory.
