Mohamed Salah: More Than A Footballer

Taha Memon

23rd July 2018 | 11:00 PM

Over the last year, Mohamed Salah has not just been a successful footballer, but a much-loved missionary for his sport, country and community.
Mohammed Salah meant the world to Liverpool fans over the last year, almost like a messiah.
Mohamed Salah meant the world to Liverpool fans over the last year, almost like a messiah.

“Look at this!” My mom burst excitedly through my door as I was midway through a random episode of the Office, and she shoved her phone in my face. I sighed and took my earphones off, preparing myself mentally for yet another video on education or success.

Instead, I was greeted with the last few minutes of a World Cup qualifier game – Egypt vs Congo, albeit one with Arabic commentary that was accompanied by dramatic music and effects. I had seen this video just a few days back on Facebook, and I had seen that video probably every day since then.

Excitedly, my mom continues – “This is Salah, isn’t it? The player from your team? Look at the way he does sajda after scoring, this is why he is so successful. Learn something from him.”

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