Jürgen Klopp commended Mohamed Salah for his impactful presence and determination after the Liverpool striker played a key role in the team’s 4-2 victory over Newcastle in his last game before the Africa Cup of Nations.
During the first half, Salah’s penalty was blocked by Newcastle’s goalkeeper Martin Dubravka. However, he remained calm and went on to score his 150th and 151st goals for Liverpool in the league. This helped his team secure a three-point lead at the top. Salah, who is the captain of Egypt, and midfielder Wataru Endo, who is currently playing for Japan in the Asian Cup, will both leave for international duty before their FA Cup match against Arsenal.
The manager of Liverpool stated that it should not come as a surprise that Mo is capable of altering the outcome of a game or showing improvement during a game, as he has done so countless times before. Having a high number of goals increases one’s familiarity with missing opportunities and knowing how to continue striving and getting better, which is exactly what Mo did.
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During the post-game festivities, Klopp’s wedding band slipped off and he was grateful to a TV cameraman for locating it. He joked, “I once lost it in the ocean and had to hire a professional diver to find it.” He also mentioned that he occasionally loses it when he loses weight, as he was very energetic during the celebrations. Despite being annoyed with the cameraman in the past, Klopp now has a newfound appreciation for him as he saved the day.
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Salah expressed his confidence in Liverpool’s ability to continue their pursuit for the title even without him. He stated, “I have a strong desire to win this competition [the Afcon].” He trusts that his team has talented players who can handle the pressure and perform well on the field. Additionally, he believes that there are players who can fill his role and excel in the same way he does.
Source: theguardian.com
