However, he still trails Ian Rush in first by some distance, as the Welshman scored 346 goals in 660 appearances for Liverpool.

Salah set up Dominik Szoboszlai to make it 3-1, and in doing so he registered his 10th Premier League assist of the season to along with his 13 goals, becoming the first player in Premier League history to hit double figures in both categories before Christmas.

Addressing his record-breaking evening, the Egyptian was humble in his response, revealing that he didn’t even think about it before the game.

‘Of course, I didn’t think I about it before the game to be fair, but I’m glad that I’ve done it a few times,’ he told Sky Sports.

‘Of course, it’s something great to achieve. It’s such a big club like Liverpool. But again, the most important thing is we won the game, and they had that achievement. It’s great.

‘I don’t know how he scored that many goals to be fair. I think the football in that time was quite seven against seven. It wasn’t really 11 against 11, but he’s a great legend for the club, and we have a good contact. So whatever I’m gonna end my career with, I’m happy about it. So let’s see.’

Liverpool extended their lead at the top of the table this weekend, as Chelsea dropped points in a 0-0 draw to Everton.

The Reds are four points clear of Enzo Maresca’s side and still have a game in hand, meaning they will enjoy Christmas with a comfortable lead over their competition.