Mohamed Salah has etched his name into football history by becoming the first African player to score 50 goals in the UEFA Champions League, further cementing his legacy in Europe’s most prestigious club competition.
The milestone was reached on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, during Liverpool FC’s 4–0 victory over Galatasaray S.K., where Salah scored one of the goals that took his Champions League tally to 50.
Surpassing African Legends
With this achievement, Salah has surpassed some of Africa’s greatest football icons in the competition, including Didier Drogba, Samuel Eto’o, and Riyad Mahrez, all of whom had previously set remarkable records in European football.
Consistency at the Highest Level
Since joining Liverpool in 2017, Salah has been a consistent performer in the Champions League. He has now made over 80 appearances in the competition for the club, contributing not only goals but also assists, underlining his all-around attacking influence.
Key Role in Liverpool’s Campaign
Salah’s form has been instrumental in Liverpool’s progress this season. Following their dominant win over Galatasaray, the English side advanced to the quarter-finals, where they are set to face Paris Saint-Germain, a team that recently eliminated Chelsea FC with an aggregate score of 8–2.
The Egyptian forward’s achievement adds to his growing list of records and reinforces his status as one of the most influential African players in the history of European football.