Rodri during an interview, reflecting on some of the most formidable opponents he had faced on the pitch. He mentioned that Mohamed Salah is one of the players he has faced and had shown that he is more than a sword.
“I have never seen a player like him,” he began, “Salah is… relentless. Watching him play, it’s like watching a sword in motion. Not the flashiest, not the most intricate, but devastatingly effective.”
The midfielder compared Salah to players like Neymar and Vinícius Júnior, known for their dazzling footwork and flair. “Neymar and Vinícius, they are artists. They paint with their feet, creating moments of magic that take your breath away. Salah is different. He doesn’t try to dance past you; he cuts straight through you. He’s sharp, direct, and lethal.”
Rodri recalled the way Salah could glide past defenders, his quickness and decisiveness leaving little room for error. “He might not have Neymar’s tricks or Vinícius’s samba style, but Salah has something that’s perhaps even more frightening: efficiency. He scores, he creates, and he does it over and over again. You blink, and he’s already punished you.”
As someone who had faced Salah at his peak, Rodri spoke about the psychological impact of his presence on the pitch. “When you play against Salah, you feel like you’re always on edge. He makes the most of every mistake, every misstep. He’s not just a finisher; he’s a creator, a leader, and someone who knows how to deliver when it matters most.”
Rodri concluded saying Salah is like a sword—every move, every touch, has purpose. And that’s what makes him one of the greatest.”