Mohamed Salah has become Egypt’s record goalscorer after scoring his 70th international goal in a 2-0 win over Malawi on Friday, 13 November 2026. The 34-year-old reached the landmark with a double during the third round of qualifying for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations.
The achievement moves Salah clear of Hossam Hassan, the former Egypt international who had held the record. Salah now has one more goal than Hassan, who is currently the Egypt manager.
Salah’s record-breaking performance carries added significance because Hassan has previously coached him with the national team. The captain has now overtaken the man who has played both a leading role in Egypt’s football history and a direct role in his international career.
The two goals took Salah’s total to 69 and then 70 for the Pharaohs. They mark another milestone in a career that has seen him establish himself as one of Egypt’s most important players and consistent leaders.
Since making his Egypt debut, Salah has regularly been a central figure for the national side, carrying much of the team’s attacking responsibility during major fixtures. His latest record underlines the longevity of his international career and his continued influence at the age of 34.
By moving beyond Hassan, Salah now stands alone at the top of Egypt’s all-time scoring list. The player widely known as the “Egyptian King” has secured his place as the most prolific goalscorer in the history of the Pharaohs.
