Mohamed Salah has etched his name into the history books once again, securing the PFA Player of the Year award for a record third time. The Egyptian superstar's remarkable performances throughout the 2024-25 season have been recognized by his fellow professionals, solidifying his status as one of the Premier League's all-time greats.
The Professional Footballers' Association (PFA) Player of the Year award is widely considered the most prestigious individual honor in English football, as it is voted for by the players themselves. First awarded in 1974, the title is the centerpiece of the Professional Footballers' Association annual awards evening. Salah's unprecedented third win surpasses the achievements of other Premier League legends such as Thierry Henry, Cristiano Ronaldo, Gareth Bale, Alan Shearer, Mark Hughes and Kevin De Bruyne, all of whom have won the award twice.
Salah's journey to the top has been nothing short of inspirational. "I look at myself now, a guy coming from Egypt and making it to the top level, making history today, it's something that makes me so proud," said Salah at the awards ceremony in Manchester. His words reflect the immense pride he takes in representing his country and achieving such remarkable success on the global stage.
The 2024-25 season saw Salah reach new heights, leading Liverpool to their 20th top-flight title. His contributions were instrumental as the Reds reclaimed the league title by a ten-point margin over Arsenal. Individually, Salah's statistics were simply outstanding. In the Premier League, he netted 29 goals and provided 18 assists. Across all competitions, he registered 34 goals and 23 assists in 52 appearances. His 47 goal involvements in the league equaled the all-time Premier League record.
In addition to the PFA Player of the Year award, Salah also won the Premier League Player of the Season, Golden Boot, and Playmaker awards. This made him the first player to win all three in the same campaign.
Salah's impact extends beyond individual accolades. He was also named in the PFA Team of the Year, alongside four of his Liverpool teammates: Virgil van Dijk, Alexis Mac Allister, Ryan Gravenberch, and Milos Kerkez. This recognition highlights Liverpool's dominance in the league and the strength of their squad.
Salah's previous PFA Player of the Year awards came in 2017-18 and 2021-22. He joins an elite list of Liverpool players who have won the award, including Kenny Dalglish, Terry McDermott, Ian Rush, John Barnes, Steven Gerrard, Luis Suarez and Virgil van Dijk. In total, Liverpool players have won the PFA Player of the Year award 10 times, more than any other club.
As Salah continues to break records and inspire fans around the world, his legacy as a true football icon is firmly cemented. His dedication, skill, and unwavering commitment to excellence have made him a role model for aspiring players everywhere.