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One Pass Away: Salah Closes in on Liverpool’s Historic Assist Crown

21 February 2026

One Pass Away: Salah Closes in on Liverpool’s Historic Assist Crown
Mohamed Salah inches closer to a historic milestone for Liverpool.

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Will Salah do it?

Mohamed Salah stands ready to write a fresh chapter in his Liverpool saga as they face Nottingham Forest on Sunday in the Premier League.

The Egyptian star is one step from claiming the assist king crown in club's history in the competition, as he sits on 92 assists, equal to historic captain Steven Gerrard.

A single pass would grant him lead, adding another number to his tally with the Reds.

Liverpool arrives in sixth place on 42 points, hoping to strengthen its spot for European qualification, while Nottingham Forest sit seventeenth on 27 points, locked in a fierce fight to dodge relegation, which adds extra stakes to a clash buzzing with intensity.

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Michael Whooosh

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Frequently Asked Questions

What record is Salah close to breaking?

92 assists, tied with Steven Gerrard; one more assist would put Salah ahead as Liverpool’s record holder.

Who are Liverpool playing in this match?

Nottingham Forest in the Premier League.

What are the current standings mentioned?

Liverpool is 6th with 42 points; Nottingham Forest is 17th with 27 points."