Tensions flared inside the Liverpool camp despite their emphatic 5-1 victory over Eintracht Frankfurt, as Florian Wirtz was visibly frustrated with Mohamed Salah for refusing to pass to him in front of an open goal.
The incident occurred midway through the second half when Salah broke through on goal with Wirtz completely unmarked to his right. Instead of squaring the ball for what would have been an easy tap-in, the Egyptian forward opted to shoot himself — a decision that left fans and teammates stunned.
Wirtz, who was denied what could have been his first Champions League goal for Liverpool, didn’t hide his anger. Cameras caught him throwing his arms up in disbelief, and after the match, he voiced his frustration:
“It was disappointing he didn’t pass. There was a similar one at the weekend. I hope we can build a better relationship on the pitch.”
Salah’s decision immediately drew criticism from fans online, with many accusing him of being “too selfish” and “chasing personal glory.” Some supporters even pointed out that this was not the first time such an incident had occurred since Wirtz joined the club.
Despite the controversy, Liverpool manager Arne Slot downplayed the incident, praising both players for their contributions to the big win. But behind the scenes, the tension between the two attacking stars may become a key talking point as Liverpool continue their Champions League campaign.
