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Salah matches Gerrard goals record for Liverpool

Liverpool striker Mohamed Salah has matched Steven Gerrard's European goals record after victory over Napoli.

His 85th-minute strike paved the way for a 2-0 win over previously undefeated Napoli in the Champions League at Anfield on Tuesday night.

When the Serie A leaders' goalkeeper Alex Meret barely kept substitute Darwin Nunez's header from crossing the line, the Egypt international followed up to force the ball home.

It was his 41st European goal – all coming in 64 Champions League appearances – and his 12th in all competitions this season.

Salah also matched Gerrard's record of 18 Champions League goals at Anfield in his 29th outing.

Midfielder Gerrard's European goals came over 129 games in the Champions League, Europa League and UEFA Cup including qualifying rounds.

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