Salah's rating sparks controversy... and Liverpool fans attack him

Liverpool secured a crucial 1-0 victory over Real Madrid in the fourth round of the Champions League group stage, regaining their footing and continuing their positive run across all competitions. Despite the importance of the win, attention was focused on Egyptian star Mohamed Salah, who delivered a dynamic attacking performance. However, some Reds fans felt his concentration wasn't at its peak, sparking debate on social media about his form. Salah started the match and played the full 90 minutes, frequently clashing with Spanish full-back Álvaro Carreras. He created two dangerous opportunities for his teammates, but they lacked the final touch. The Egyptian international also made several individual attempts, though some lacked precision in passing or decision-making. While some fans defended him, arguing that he "delivered a complete performance in terms of movement and passing," others felt that "Salah wasn't focused enough inside the penalty area." One fan angrily wrote, "Salah completely lost focus; he wasn't at his best," while another commented, "He seems to be insisting on playing too individually." Statistically, Mohamed Salah received a rating of 7.8 out of 10 according to SofaScore, having touched the ball 43 times, completed 5 out of 10 dribbles, made two key passes, taken two shots that were blocked by Real Madrid's defense, won nine ground duels, and committed only one foul. Despite the criticism, Salah's overall performance confirms that he remains a cornerstone of Liverpool's squad, continuing to influence attacks and create danger, even in matches where he doesn't score.