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Mohamed Salah’s Encounter with His Madame Tussauds Statue Sparks Spooky Confusion

Football — 01/18/2024

Liverpool football star Mohamed Salah has achieved yet another milestone in his career as he has been forever captured in wax at Madame Tussauds London. The Egyptian sensation, known for his impressive record of 137 goals, two Golden Boots, a Premier League title, and a Champions League winners’ medal, recently had a private viewing of his wax figure. Upon seeing his incredibly lifelike doppelganger, Salah expressed his amazement, stating that it looked exactly like him and jokingly asked if the figure had abs. He considers it a blessing to be recognized and immortalized in such a manner, and eagerly awaits the fans’ reaction to his wax counterpart.

Salah actively participated in the creation of his wax figure, working closely with the artists at Madame Tussauds London. Numerous measurements and photographs were taken to ensure accuracy. The figure showcases Salah in a cream suit, reminiscent of his appearance on the front cover of GQ Middle East magazine. His hands are raised in a gesture of celebration, paying tribute to his iconic goal-scoring moments. The wax figure now stands proudly in the Awards Party Zone of the attraction.

Earlier this week, Salah saw his new wax figure at Madame Tussauds London for the first timeThe 29-year-old worked with artists to ensure his waxwork figure was completely accurateThe Egyptian's wax figure is wearing a cream suit that he wore during a GQ shoot

Salah said it was a 'blessing' to be recognised by the attraction as he gushed over his figure

Tim Waters, the general manager at Madame Tussauds London, hailed Salah as one of the game’s greats and deserving of such recognition. Since joining Liverpool in 2017, Salah has risen to football superstardom, helping his team to claim the Premier League title after a 30-year drought. He holds the record for the most goals scored by a player in a single 38-game league campaign, with 32 goals during the 2017-18 season. In the current 2021-22 campaign, Salah has continued to shine, netting 12 goals in 11 games across all competitions.

With his recent performances, Salah has garnered praise from fans and pundits alike, being hailed as the best player in the world. His skills and goal-scoring prowess have placed him above other notable players such as Mbappe, Neymar, Messi, and Lewandowski. As Salah’s wax figure takes its place among the other iconic figures at Madame Tussauds London, it serves as a testament to his remarkable achievements and his status as a true football legend.

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