In English Premier League football, only a few names shine as brightly as Mohamed Salah.
The 31-year-old Egyptian sensation, who has consistently proven his prowess on the field with Liverpool, has not only etched his name in the club's storied history but has also emerged as a beacon of compassion and support, particularly for Palestinians in Gaza.
Salah's journey with Liverpool has been nothing short of spectacular.
Since he arrived in 2017, he has played a pivotal role in ending Liverpool's 30-year championship drought in the Premier League and clinching the UEFA Champions League in 2019, making three appearances in the final within five years.
However, his impact goes beyond the pitch, showcasing a commendable humanitarian spirit.
In a league where every team craves a player like Salah, the Egyptian star has consistently shouldered a significant goal-scoring burden for Liverpool.
Currently leading the Premier League's goal-scoring charts with 14 goals, Salah has been the driving force behind Liverpool's ascent to the top of the league, contributing to a total of 22 goals with 8 assists.
Salah's prolific goal-scoring record is etched in the annals of Liverpool's history.
Transferred from Rome, Salah's decision to join Liverpool was initially met with skepticism.
Jurgen Klopp, the Liverpool manager at the time, had initially eyed Julian Brandt from Bayer Leverkusen.
However, Liverpool's player monitoring team's persuasion ensured Salah's stay, a decision that would define an era.
Consistently scoring no less than 23 goals in each season donning the "Red" jersey, Salah shattered records, scoring an incredible 44 goals in his debut season.
This achievement not only broke the all-time club record but also placed him alongside legends Ian Rush and Roger Hunt as one of the few to score 40 or more goals in a season.
Salah's goal-scoring prowess elevated him to the top 10 all-time scorers in the Premier League, a remarkable feat with 151 goals.
Moreover, Salah entered the exclusive "200" club, becoming one of only five players to achieve this milestone in all competitions with Liverpool.
His 204 goals, spread across various competitions, solidify his status as one of the most prolific goal-scorers in European football, trailing only behind Robert Lewandowski, Kylian Mbappe and Harry Kane in the last seven years.
Salah's illustrious career was not just shaped by on-field triumphs but also by a tragic turn of events.
Born in Nagrig, Gharbiya province of Egypt, Salah's trajectory shifted toward Europe following a tragic incident at Port Said Stadium in 2012.
The calamity resulted in the cancellation of the 2011-2012 Egyptian Premier League season, forcing Salah and other players into an unforeseen hiatus.
It was a friendly match against Switzerland's Basel that served as the turning point, as Salah's standout performance led to a 4-year contract with the Swiss club.
Beyond the football pitch, Salah has emerged as a compassionate advocate for those facing adversity.
In the face of the humanitarian crisis in Gaza under Israeli attack, Salah did not remain silent.
He took to his social media accounts to express solidarity and support for the people of Gaza.
His videos and messages emphasized the need for immediate humanitarian aid, decrying the brutality and violence that unfolded.
Salah's commitment to supporting Gaza was not just confined to words.
In October, Rami en-Nazar, the Executive Director of the Egyptian Red Crescent, announced that Salah had provided financial support to the people of Gaza, further solidifying his reputation as a compassionate athlete.