Manchester City midfielder Rodri has revealed that Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah is the toughest player he has ever faced in English football.
Speaking to Telemundo Deportes, the reigning Ballon d’Or winner admitted that despite coming up against global icons from Cristiano Ronaldo to Bukayo Saka, it is Salah who has given him the biggest test on the pitch.
Rodri and Bernardo Silva both agree on Salah
When asked about his toughest opponent, Rodri didn’t hesitate:
“I would say here in the Premier League. I would say Salah, in his prime.” — Rodri, via Telemundo Deportes
Teammate Bernardo Silva echoed the same sentiment, citing Salah as the Premier League’s most difficult rival and naming Real Madrid’s Vinícius Júnior and Rodrygo as Champions League equivalents.
Their agreement underlines the level of respect City’s stars have for the Egyptian forward, who has consistently delivered in high-pressure moments for [Liverpool].
Salah’s dominance against City and Rodri
Since joining Liverpool from Roma in 2017 for £34m, Salah has been a constant thorn in City’s side. His record against Rodri reflects just how effective he has been in head-to-head battles.
Mohamed Salah vs Rodri
| Games | Wins | Draws | Losses | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 8 |
source: Premier League & Champions League head-to-head data
Eight goals in 13 meetings underline Salah’s ability to rise against City. For a midfielder as dominant as Rodri to acknowledge his struggles, it highlights the Liverpool forward’s world-class consistency.
Analyst Verdict
FootballPlace analyst John William believes Rodri’s comments put Salah’s legacy into sharper focus:
“Rodri is arguably the best midfielder in the world right now, so for him to single out Salah says everything. The Egyptian has not only been Liverpool’s talisman but also the Premier League’s most decisive forward in big games. These quotes validate Salah’s reputation as one of the defining players of this era.”
Key Insights
- Rodri names Mohamed Salah as his toughest-ever opponent.
- Bernardo Silva gave the same answer when asked about his rivals.
- Salah has scored 8 goals in 13 matches against Rodri’s City.
- The Liverpool forward joined from Roma in 2017 for £34m.
- Salah continues to perform at a Ballon d’Or calibre level.
What’s Next for Salah and Liverpool?
Liverpool face a crucial run of fixtures this autumn, with Premier League clashes against Everton and Crystal Palace alongside Champions League group stage commitments. Salah’s form remains central to their ambitions.
For Rodri and City, the battles with Salah are far from over. With both clubs competing at the top end of the league once again, more iconic duels between the Spaniard and the Egyptian are inevitable.
👉 Do you agree with Rodri — is Mohamed Salah the toughest opponent in the Premier League right now?
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