Liverpool’s talismanic forward Mohamed Salah has been named the Football Writers’ Association (FWA) Player of the Year for the third time, further cementing his status as one of the Premier League’s all-time greats. The 32-year-old Egypt international received the prestigious accolade after an outstanding season that saw him contribute 28 goals and 18 assists in the Premier League. His remarkable performance helped propel Liverpool to their first English top-flight title since 2020.
Salah’s achievement this season is even more notable for the record he set, surpassing the previous benchmark for goal involvements in a 38-game Premier League campaign. With his 46 total goal contributions, Salah etched his name into Premier League history, further solidifying his legendary status at Anfield.
The FWA’s voting process revealed the extent of Salah’s dominance, as he secured nearly 90% of the votes from football writers across the country. This margin of victory is the largest seen in the award’s history this century.
Salah’s Rivals: Van Dijk, Isak, and Rice
Liverpool’s defensive rock, Virgil van Dijk, finished as the runner-up in the Player of the Year voting, with Newcastle United’s striker Alexander Isak and Arsenal’s midfield dynamo Declan Rice rounding out the top four.
Salah’s win marks a historic milestone, as he joins former Arsenal striker Thierry Henry as the only players in the Premier League era to win the award three times. His previous wins came in the 2017-18 and 2021-22 seasons, further underlining his consistent excellence at the highest level.
Liverpool’s Title Hopes for Next Season
With Salah’s future now secured following his recent two-year contract extension, Liverpool’s prospects for next season look incredibly promising. The forward’s decision to stay at Anfield until 2027 will make Jurgen Klopp’s side the favourites to claim a record 21st league title in the 2025-26 season, allowing them to move ahead of Manchester United as the most successful club in English football history.
Women’s Football Writers’ Player of the Year
In women’s football, Arsenal’s Alessia Russo was named the Football Writers’ Player of the Year, finishing ahead of last year’s winner, Khadija Shaw of Manchester City. Russo’s excellent performances were a key factor in Arsenal’s title challenge, and she becomes the second Arsenal player to win the prestigious award.
Conclusion: A Season of Individual Excellence and Team Success
Mohamed Salah’s third FWA Player of the Year win serves as a fitting reward for a season of exceptional individual achievements and an integral role in Liverpool’s success. As the Egyptian forward continues to shine for the Reds, the club’s ambitions for future titles are stronger than ever.