Liverpool’s Salah Blazes Past Goal Drought with Stunning Hat-trickLiverpool’s Salah Blazes Past Goal Drought with Stunning Hat-trick Anfield was sent into raptures as Mohamed Salah ended his six-match goal drought in emphatic fashion, netting a stunning hat-trick to spearhead Liverpool’s 5-0 rout of Manchester United. The Egyptian maestro had been enduring a frustrating spell in front of goal, but all the pent-up frustration was released in a breathtaking performance that showcased his world-class abilities. Salah’s first goal came in the 22nd minute, a clinical finish from inside the box after a clever assist from Darwin Nunez. Just seven minutes later, he doubled his tally with a sumptuous curling strike into the top corner. The hat-trick was complete in the second half, as Salah completed a devastating counter-attack with a pinpoint finish. The Red Devils’ defense was left in tatters as Liverpool’s front three ran riot. Salah’s hat-trick was his first since July 2022, and it extended his impressive goal tally against United to nine in six Premier League appearances. It also marked the 128th goal of his Liverpool career, moving him up to seventh on the club’s all-time scoring list. The Egyptian’s return to form was a welcome sight for Liverpool, who had struggled for goals in recent weeks. Salah’s goalscoring prowess is crucial to their hopes of challenging for major trophies this season. Manager Jurgen Klopp praised Salah’s performance, saying: “Mo was exceptional tonight. He showed the world why he is one of the best players in the world. His goals were pure brilliance, and they helped us secure a vital victory.” Salah’s hat-trick has reignited Liverpool’s title aspirations and sent a clear message to their rivals: the Egyptian King is back, and he is hungry for more.
