Mohamed Salah has sparked controversy with his recent comments on which team deserved to win the Champions League this season. Despite Barcelona’s early elimination, the Egyptian star believes they were the most deserving team. Salah questioned whether Inter Milan or Paris Saint-Germain were truly worthy of the title.
He argued that Barcelona’s performances, particularly against Inter, proved they were the best team in the competition. “For me, the team that truly deserved the title was Barcelona,” Salah said. “Yes, despite their elimination, the whole world saw what happened against Inter.” He emphasized that Barcelona’s exit was unjust and did not reflect their dominance. The Liverpool forward claimed that Barcelona outplayed Inter in their group-stage clash, making the Italian side “look like a small team” at times. He insisted that the Catalans were the better side and should have advanced. Salah praised Barcelona’s spirit, character, and overall performance this season.
He believes they were not only the most dominant team but also the most impressive in terms of mentality and style of play. “What happened in that match was a clear injustice, by all standards!” Salah added. He suggested that refereeing decisions or luck played a role in Barcelona’s elimination rather than merit. While Inter and PSG reached the latter stages, Salah maintained that Barcelona’s early exit didn’t diminish their quality. He argued that they were the closest to qualifying and would have been serious contenders if they had progressed.
The Egyptian’s comments have drawn mixed reactions, with some agreeing that Barcelona were unlucky, while others believe results ultimately determine deserving winners. Salah’s bold take highlights his admiration for Barcelona’s season, even if their Champions League campaign ended prematurely. His remarks add fuel to the debate over fairness and merit in football’s biggest competition.