The last time Salah started a Premier League game on the bench for Liverpool was against the Hammers back in April 2024.
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Before kickoff, Slot told Sky Sports: “We have more players on the bench than just Mo, but I understand why you ask the question.
“We’re playing four games in 10 days. I have many good players, so today I chose this line-up. Sometimes Isak has been on the bench, sometimes Wirtz, so I understand why it’s about the players on the bench, but it’s also about those that start.
“It’s not an easy decision, as I have many more than 11 good players – it’s not the first time I haven’t played Mo, just like I’ve decided not to play Isak, Wirtz and Etikite.”