It was Mohamed Salah versus the world, and once again, the world came second.
The Liverpool legend has officially won the Premier League Golden Boot for the fourth time, matching Thierry Henry’s all-time record in the Premier League era.
Salah’s total of 29 goals not only outpaced some of the most lethal finishers in world football, but his 18 assists also crowned him the league’s top playmaker — a rare double feat.
In a season where Manchester City’s Erling Haaland began with a bang, reaching 10 goals faster than anyone in Premier League history, it was Salah’s consistency and durability that saw him surge ahead as Haaland struggled with injury setbacks.
Salah’s Crowning Glory
Salah’s latest Golden Boot adds to his triumphs in 2017-18, 2018-19, and 2021-22, and now places him alongside Arsenal icon Thierry Henry, who claimed his own quartet between 2002 and 2006. Behind them sit Alan Shearer and Harry Kane with three apiece.
Beyond just numbers, Salah’s performances have defined Liverpool’s title-winning campaign under new manager Arne Slot, helping the Reds return to the summit of English football.
His relentless hunger for goals — coupled with his unselfish streak — has made him arguably the most complete forward in the modern Premier League era.
The Golden Chase: 2024-25 Top Scorers
Despite Salah’s dominance, the race was far from dull. A flurry of challengers lit up the season:
- Alexander Isak (Newcastle) — 23 goals
- Erling Haaland (Man City) — 22 goals
- Chris Wood (Nottingham Forest) — 20 goals
- Bryan Mbeumo (Brentford) — 20 goals
- Yoane Wissa (Brentford) — 19 goals
- Ollie Watkins (Aston Villa) — 16 goals
- Matheus Cunha (Wolves) & Cole Palmer (Chelsea) — 15 goals
- Jean-Philippe Mateta (Crystal Palace) — 14 goals
One of the biggest surprises came from Brentford, who boasted three players with double-digit tallies — a testament to their fluid, attacking brand of football.
What About Haaland?
The Norwegian machine Erling Haaland, who had won the last two Golden Boots, looked set to break even more records before an untimely injury put a lid on his explosive campaign.
He still managed to bag 22 goals, a figure most strikers would be proud of — but for Haaland, it was a step down from his record 36-goal debut season.
Despite missing out on the Golden Boot, Haaland continues to redefine goal-scoring efficiency and will surely be back with vengeance next season.
What Next for Salah?
As Liverpool prepare for a busy summer and a fresh title defense, the question now shifts to whether Salah will continue at Anfield or seek a new challenge.
Rumors of a possible move abroad persist, but for now, fans can bask in the brilliance of a man who has not just played in the Premier League — he has owned it.
From Golden Boot records to assist charts, Mohamed Salah’s 2024-25 campaign was the stuff of legend — a season that will be remembered not just for the numbers, but for the sheer joy he brought to fans every weekend.
