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Salah turned 34 on June 15 and is currently playing for Egypt at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, where he is central to the country's bid to advance past the group stage for the first time in their history—a feat that would end a 92-year wait for a World Cup victory. His birthday, World Cup performances, and ongoing speculation about his club future after leaving Liverpool have combined to put him firmly in the news cycle.
Mohamed Salah, an Egyptian footballer and Premier League's all-time top foreign goalscorer, is trending as he turns 34 and leads Egypt's bid to advance past the group stage at the 2026 FIFA World Cup for the first time in their history.
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"title": "Could Mohamed Salah Perform Spectacular Liverpool U-Turn After Arne Slot Exit?",
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