BREAKING NEWS: Mohamed Salah Crowned Men’s Footballer of the Year for Record Third Time, While Alessia Russo Wins Women’s Award for First Time
Mohamed Salah has made history by winning the men’s Footballer of the Year award for a record third time, following an exceptional campaign that saw Liverpool clinch the Premier League title. The Egyptiansensation, who recently extended his contract with the Reds, received a resounding 90% of the vote from the Football Writers’ Association (FWA), the largest winning margin this century. Salah has scored 28 goals and clocked 18 assists in the league, appearing in every game under manager Arne Slot. Meanwhile, Arsenal and England striker Alessia Russo has been voted the women’s Footballer of the Year for the first time, following her 22-goal haul across the Women’s Super League and Champions League. She helped Arsenal reach the Champions League final, set to take place on May 24 in Lisbon.
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New 24/7sports.new Article: Mohamed Salah’s Hat-trick and Alessia Russo’s Reign: The FWA Awards Delivers a One-Two Punch
Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah posing with fans after winning the Premier League. (Image: Phil Noble/Reuters)
Salah Crowned Three-Peat Footballer of the Year
The Football Writers’ Association (FWA) has crowned Mohamed Salah as the men’s Footballer of the Year for an unprecedented third time. The Egyptian king, as Liverpool fans affectionately call him, has been an unstoppable force this season, leading Liverpool to their second Premier League title in five years.
Salah’s incredible stats this season:
- 28 goals and 18 assists in the Premier League
- Every game appearance for Liverpool this season
- On course to win a fourth Premier League Golden Boot
The 30-year-old winger bagged a whopping 90% of the votes, making it the biggest winning margin this century for the FWA award. He joins Arsenal legend Thierry Henry as the only other player to win the award three times.
Did you know? Only Cristiano Ronaldo has won the FWA award multiple times since the turn of the century, with four wins.
The Making of a Legend
Salah’s journey with Liverpool began in 2017, and he wasted no time in making his mark. He won the FWA award in his debut season (2017-18) and again in 2021-22. Last year, his teammate Jordan Henderson took home the prize when Liverpool won their first title in 30 years. This season, however, it was Mohamed Salah‘s time to shine once more.
Alessia Russo: A New Force in Women’s Football
In parallel, the FWA also announced Alessia Russo as the Women’s Footballer of the Year. The Arsenal striker scored an impressive 22 goals across the Women’s Super League and the Women’s Champions League this season. Her incredible performances have propelled Arsenal into the Women’s Champions League final, where they will face Barcelona on 24 May.
Top goal scorers in the WSL this season:
- Khadija Shaw (Manchester City) – 20 goals
- Alessia Russo (Arsenal) – 19 goals
- Stenia flat(West Ham United) – 15 goals
Russo’s win marks a significant moment for women’s football, as she becomes the first Arsenal player to win the award.
Pro Tip: Keep an eye on Alessia Russo and Arsenal this season. Their dynamic play and hunger for goals make them a force to be reckoned with.
FAQs
Q: Who is the only other player to win the FWA award three times?
A: Thierry Henry
Q: Which two teams will face off in the Women’s Champions League final?
A: Arsenal and Barcelona
Q: What’s the biggest winning margin in the FWA award this century?
A: Mohamed Salah‘s 90% in the 2022-23 season
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