Liverpool fans are closely monitoring Mohamed Salah’s availability as the Egyptian star prepares to leave for international duty at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The Reds’ talisman is set to depart on December 15, potentially missing several key fixtures depending on how far Egypt progress in the tournament.
Liverpool, the reigning Premier League champions, returned to winning ways on Saturday in Matchday 16 with a home victory over Brighton at Anfield. The game marked Salah’s return after a long absence, as he came on in the 26th minute following Joe Gomez’s injury. Salah immediately made an impact, leading multiple attacking moves and showing strong match fitness just moments after entering the pitch.
The win lifted Liverpool to 26 points from 16 matches, securing their eighth league victory of the season and placing them sixth temporarily, while Brighton remain ninth with 23 points.
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Matches Salah Is Set to Miss
December 20: Tottenham vs. Liverpool – Premier League
December 27: Liverpool vs. Wolverhampton – Premier League
If Egypt Reach the Round of 16, Salah Could Also Miss:-
January 1: Liverpool vs. Leeds United – Premier League
January 4: Fulham vs. Liverpool – Premier League
January 8: Arsenal vs. Liverpool – Premier League
Salah could still feature against Arsenal if Egypt are eliminated in the Round of 16.
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If Egypt Reach the Semi-Finals:–
January: Liverpool vs. Burnley – Premier League
The AFCON third-place playoff is scheduled for January 17, with the final on January 18.
Liverpool fans can look forward to the team resuming its Champions League campaign on January 21 against Marseille, following Egypt’s participation in the Africa Cup of Nations.
There is strong anticipation regarding Mohamed Salah’s return, as the Egyptian forward remains a key figure for Liverpool and is expected to lead the team in crucial European fixtures, building on his impressive form and vital influence on the pitch.
