Egypt captain Mohamed Salah has etched his name alongside two Ghanaian greats after becoming one of the most creative African players in FIFA World Cup history.Salah created his 16th chance of the 2026 tournament during Egypt’s Round of 32 victory over Australia, moving into third place for the most chances created by an African player at a single World Cup.Only two Black Stars icons remain ahead of him on the all-time list.Former Ghana midfielder Kevin-Prince Boateng holds the record with 18 chances created during the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa, where the Black Stars reached the quarter-finals.Another Ghana legend, Stephen Appiah, ranks second after creating 17 chances at the 2006 World Cup in Germany, Ghana’s maiden appearance at the global tournament.Salah’s latest achievement underlines his influence for the Pharaohs, who have reached the Round of 16 after an impressive campaign in North America.The Liverpool legend has been central to Egypt’s attacking play throughout the tournament, combining creativity with his goal threat as the North Africans continue their bid for a first-ever World Cup quarter-final appearance.The updated rankings for most chances created by an African player in a single FIFA World Cup are:
- Kevin-Prince Boateng (Ghana, 2010) – 18 Stephen Appiah (Ghana, 2006) – 17 Mohamed Salah (Egypt, 2026) – 16
