German media fume at Mohamed Salah and say he's 'ignoring Florian Wirtz' in Liverpool row

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Liverpool faced Eintracht Frankfurt in a Champions League clash that ended in a comfortable 5-1 victory for the Reds, but the match was marred by controversy surrounding Mohamed Salah and new signing Florian Wirtz. The incident occurred late in the game when Salah, coming off the bench, found himself in a position to either shoot or pass to Wirtz, who was unmarked and waiting for a simple tap-in. Instead, Salah opted to shoot, missing the opportunity and leaving Wirtz visibly frustrated.

Wirtz, who had recently joined Liverpool from Bayer Leverkusen for a reported £116 million, was eager to open his account for the club. His frustration was evident as he raised his arms in disappointment after Salah’s decision, a gesture that did not go unnoticed by fans and media alike. Social media erupted with criticism towards Salah, with many labeling him as “greedy” and “selfish” for not setting up Wirtz for what would have been his first competitive goal for Liverpool. Comments ranged from disappointment to outright anger, with fans questioning Salah’s team spirit and his relationship with his new teammate.

Despite the missed opportunity, Wirtz managed to make an impact by providing two assists after coming off the bench, setting up goals for Cody Gakpo and Dominik Szoboszlai. His performance was seen as a positive sign for his future at the club, but the incident with Salah has sparked debate about team dynamics and player relationships within the squad. German media have also weighed in, expressing concern over Salah’s actions and suggesting that he may be ignoring Wirtz, adding fuel to the ongoing controversy.

The incident has left fans and pundits divided, with some defending Salah’s instinct to shoot while others believe he should have prioritized his teammate’s milestone. As Liverpool prepare for their next fixture, the fallout from this moment continues to be a talking point both inside and outside the club.