Mohamed Salah Becomes Africa’s WCQ All-time Top Scorer

Mohamed Salah scored two goals against Djibouti today, helping Egypt win 3-0 and securing their place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

With that brace, he became the outright all-time top scorer in African World Cup qualifying history.

Salah has nine goals in this qualifying cycle, pushing his total to 19 in African qualifiers.

The Liverpool star broke the tie with previous record holders Didier Drogba, Islam Slimani, Samuel Eto’o, and Moumouni Dagano. He surpassed their shared total of 18 goals.

Salah’s scoring feats carried significance beyond the record as they sealed qualification for the Pharaohs who now look ahead to their fourth World Cup appearance.

His journey to this landmark underscores years of consistency and leadership.

He struck decisive goals across multiple campaigns and often delivered under pressure against continent-class opposition.

His influence now stretches beyond national pride as he stands as a guiding figure for younger African talents striving to make their mark.

His achievement confirms why many already regard him as one of Africa’s all-time football greats.