Mohamed Salah joins an exclusive group of African players at the World Cup

Having put in an impressive performance at the 2026 World Cup, the Egyptian striker has established himself as one of the leading playmakers in African national teams.

Egypt are enjoying a historic World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico. The Pharaohs have qualified for the last 16 of the tournament for the first time in their history.

One of the key architects of this performance is, of course, Mohamed Salah. Beyond his goal and two assists at the 2026 World Cup, the Egyptian striker has excelled in another aspect of the game.

He created 16 chances at the 2026 World Cup, achieving one of the best performances ever recorded by an African player in a single edition of the tournament. Mohamed Salah sits third in this all-time ranking behind Kevin-Prince Boateng, who created 18 chances in 2010, and Stephen Appiah, with 17 in 2006.