Salah Makes History As First African To Hit 50 UEFA Champions League Goals
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By Sedara Philip
Mohamed Salah has once again etched his name into football history, becoming the first African player to score 50 goals in the UEFA Champions League.
The Egyptian superstar reached the landmark on March 18, 2026, during Liverpool FC’s emphatic 4-0 victory over Galatasaray in the second leg of their Round of 16 clash. Salah’s goal, which came in the 62nd minute, not only marked his historic achievement but also played a key role in sealing a 4-1 aggregate triumph and securing Liverpool’s place in the quarter-finals.
Salah’s journey to 50 Champions League goals highlights both longevity and elite consistency at the highest level. While the majority of his goals
47 have come during his remarkable spell at Liverpool, he also found the net during earlier stints with FC Basel and AS Roma, underlining his adaptability across Europe’s top leagues.
With this milestone, Salah firmly cements his position as the most prolific African scorer in Champions League history.
He moves ahead of Didier Drogba, who scored 44 goals, and Samuel Eto’o, a three-time Champions League winner with 30 goals. Former Liverpool teammate Sadio Mané follows with 27 goals, while Riyad Mahrez completes the top five with 20.
Beyond the numbers, Salah’s achievement stands as a powerful symbol of African excellence on the global stage. In a competition that features the world’s elite, he has consistently delivered outstanding performances while inspiring millions across the continent.
As Liverpool advance further in the tournament, all eyes will remain on their talismanic forward. Given his remarkable consistency and hunger for success, more historic milestones could still lie ahead for the Egyptian King.
Sedara Philip is a Sports writer, an administrator,Journalist,and editor
