“Selfish, unnecessary negativity”: Journalist delivers scathing verdict on Salah interview | OneFootball

Liverpool-focused journalist says the Egyptian’s comments damage the club during critical moment

“Selfish, unnecessary negativity”: Journalist delivers scathing verdict on Salah interview

Leading Liverpool journalist James Pearce strongly criticized Mohamed Salah following the forward’s explosive post match remarks after the 3-3 draw with Leeds United.

Writing on The Athletic on Sunday, Pearce described Salah’s seven and half minute tirade as “selfish”, “poorly timed” & “detached from reality.”

Salah who has been benched for three consecutive Premier League match expressed frustration with the club, the manager & the media in what has become one of the most controversial interviews of his Liverpool career.

Pearce responded bluntly:

Pearce questioned Salah’s timing arguing the Liverpool dressing room needed stability rather than chaos:

The journalist was especially critical of Salah’s claim that he should not have to fight for his place anymore:

Pearce pointed to Salah’s current production (5 goal and 3 assist in the league) and argued the Egyptian is not delivering the performances expected of a player in his bracket:

Pearce concluded by acknowledging Salah’s legendary status: