Mohamed Salah Achieves Historic Record Despite Liverpool's Loss to Galatasaray

Gabonese midfielder Mario Lemina led his team Galatasaray to a thrilling victory over English club Liverpool with a score of 1-0, in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League Round of 16 held yesterday evening, March 10, 2026.

The only goal of the match came early in the seventh minute, making it difficult for the Reds ahead of the return leg.

This match saw a double surprise, as Galatasaray repeated its victory over Liverpool for the second time this season, having previously defeated them by the same score in the second round of the group stage.

Meanwhile, Mohamed Salah experienced a historic moment despite the loss, as he became the player with the most appearances for Liverpool in European Cup and UEFA Champions League history, reaching 81 matches and surpassing the previous record held by legend Jamie Carragher.

Fans are eagerly awaiting the return leg scheduled at Anfield on March 18, where Liverpool aims to compensate for the defeat and qualify for the quarter-finals.