Algerian striker Mohamed Amine Amoura continues his prolific debut season in Belgium, drawing level with Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah in terms of records.
Amourah has matches the Egyptian superstar’s record as the top Arab goalscorer in European football on 16 goals.
The 23-year-old summer signing for Royale Union Saint-Gilloise has been in scintillating form.
He has propelled his new club to first place in Belgium’s Pro League after 19 matches.
Amoura enhanced his credentials during a 2-1 weekend victory away to Eupen, netting his 13th league goal to strengthen his position as the division’s second-highest scorer.
Amoura trails Club Brugge’s Togolese forward Ahoueke Steeve Denkey by just two goals in the race for the coveted Capocannoniere award.
Across all competitions, the Algerian frontman has found the net in every game since the start of December, bar Saint-Gilloise’s 2-0 Belgian Cup victory against Beveren.
This run includes a goal during his club’s impressive 2-1 Europa League triumph over English giants Liverpool at home.
After arriving from Swiss side FC Lugano in the close season, Amoura has comfortably adapted to the increased expectations, cementing himself as a fan favourite.
“I could not have imagined such an incredible start when I moved here a few months ago,” said Amoura after the weekend’s win. “But I am playing with some tremendously talented teammates who make everything click smoothly.”
“The goal now is to maintain this form and contribution towards achieving our objectives. With the coaches and players all aligned philosophically, I think we can aim for titles this season.”
Matching the scoring tally of Egyptian Liverpool forward Salah is an early career highlight for Amoura. If he continues this prolific trajectory, Royale Union Saint-Gilloise will fancy their chances of capturing some silverware.
