Official composition: Mohamed Salah left the initial XI against Galatasarai
Salah on the bench! Drops Star for Galatasaray Clash slot in the largest line of UCL shock in 3 years
The Liverpool coach Arn Slot stunned fans, leaving Mohamed Salah from the starting XI starting of the Champions League against Galatasaray, Tuesday, September 30, 2025.
Historical context
This is the first time for almost 3 years, when Salah begins a decisive European tie on a bench.
The last case dates back to October 12, 2022, when he opposed the Rangers at the group stage and scored the fastest hat -trick in the history of the Champions League (6 minutes 12 seconds), inspiring 7 – 1 victory.
Prior to this, Salah rested in less decisive devices, such as Benfica (April 2022) and Middzhilland (December 2020).
Salah, the Champions League in the last match of 2022 Rangers, remained in the reserve. He entered the game in the second half. Hit is a little in 6 minutes. (Sports) pic.twitter.com/juhlkrkbby
– Futbolarena (@futbolarena) September 30, 2025
Why Salah bench?
- Analysts believe that the solution of Slot can be caused by sunken mitching, with a key collision of the prime minister -liga.
- Others see a tactical trick in this to surprise Galatasaray and untie Salah later as the size of the game (like its legendary night against the Rangers).
