Mohamed Salah made his first Liverpool start since November in a 3-2 win over Marseille at the Stade Velodrome. Arne Slot's side extended their unbeaten run to 13 matches across all competitions, a streak unmatched in Europe's top five leagues. The victory provided immediate redemption after Slot faced awkward questions about his future earlier in the week.

Salah operated in a central 4-2-2-2 setup, freeing him from extensive defensive duties. Summer signings Jeremie Frimpong and Milos Kerkez provided crucial width, allowing the Egyptian to focus on attacking runs. While he didn't score, his sharp movement created opportunities, and Slot praised his fitness after a month away with Egypt.

The result keeps Liverpool firmly in the Champions League knockout race. However, Slot acknowledged ongoing struggles against low blocks, a tactical issue Steven Gerrard urged him to stop mentioning. With Bournemouth next, Liverpool must adapt their approach if teams adopt defensive tactics. For now, Slot savours a memorable Marseille return and a restored partnership with Salah.