Mohamed Salah’s 100th assist helps Liverpool secure 2-2 draw against Fulham

Mohamed Salah reached a significant milestone by recording his 100th assist for Liverpool during their 2-2 draw with Fulham on Saturday. Despite the frustration of the result, Salah’s contribution was pivotal, as his precise cross set up Cody Gakpo’s diving header, Liverpool’s first equalizer. of the match. The game proved challenging for Liverpool after Andy Robertson received an early red card. Nevertheless, the Reds fought back twice to secure a point. Manager Arne Slot noted the importance of having key players return from injury. He remarked that the team had dealt with injuries effectively, stating, “We are delighted to have some players back because we’ve had our injuries. The good thing is that nobody spoke about it because that means you get results. To have them available. at this moment was really helpful.” Slot also discussed his decision to bring on attacking players late in the game, saying, “We thought to bring in all the players who can score a goal the ball, with five or six offensive players keeping the other team away from the goal and still creating chances, was great to see.” Darwin Nunez and Diogo Jota played crucial roles, with Jota scoring the late equalizer. Slot acknowledged their contributions and highlighted Harvey Elliott’s return after two months out, adding, “Darwin [Nunez] and Jota had an impact but Harvey [Elliott] had an impact as well, being out for two months now – it’s good to have him back. also.”