Star Metro - Salah savours 'great feeling' after 250th Liverpool goal

Salah put Liverpool ahead on the stroke of half-time at Anfield with a clinical finish after Villa keeper Emiliano Martinez gifted him the chance with a wayward pass.

It was one of the easiest goals Salah has ever scored for Liverpool, but the significance of the milestone ensured it was one he will never forget.

"It's a great feeling to score goals for such a big club, it's something I don't take for granted," Salah said.

"I'm so proud and happy about that achievement."

Salah's landmark was just as important for his team as Liverpool ended their four-game losing run in the Premier League.

Arne Slot's side had lost six of their previous seven matches in all competitions, raising questions about the wisdom of their expensive close-season spending spree.

Salah's form had also been under scrutiny after his noticeable dip since late last season.

The 33-year-old's goal against Villa was only his fifth this season during a disappointing stretch that had prompted Slot to drop him twice.

"It's very important. We've had a few losses in the Premier League and Champions League. I'm glad we are back on track now, and it's a big push before some important games," Salah said.

"It's a very tricky season for us because we have a few new players, they are very good players but they need time to adapt."

Salah has now scored in his last two appearances as third-placed Liverpool stayed seven points behind leaders Arsenal in the title race.

Slot will hope his talismanic forward is rounding into form in time for a vital week featuring a visit from Real Madrid in the Champions League and a trip to Manchester City in the Premier League.

"We lost some players too. It takes time to adapt and know each other's games, but everything will be fine," Salah said.

M.Johnson--SMC