Thierry Henry’s striking verdict on the Mohamed Salah situation at Liverpool has gone viral.

Thierry Henry has weighed in on Mohamed Salah’s explosive post-match interview following Liverpool’s 3-3 draw with Leeds, and his reaction has been widely shared online.

Liverpool’s poor recent form has seen several players struggle, including Salah. In an attempt to spark improvement, Arne Slot has recently stopped guaranteeing the Egyptian a place in the starting XI. Salah was benched for the third straight game against Leeds and didn’t play a single minute.

After the match, Salah delivered one of the most striking interviews of his career, claiming the club had broken promises about his playing time, accusing someone internally of “throwing him under the bus,” and saying his relationship with Slot had deteriorated.

Henry’s Verdict on Salah

Many big names have commented on the saga, and Arsenal legend Thierry Henry added his voice on CBS Sports on Tuesday. He argued that Salah was wrong to air his grievances in public, recalling how he handled similar frustration during his own career.

Henry stressed that when a team is struggling, personal issues should be addressed behind closed doors—not through the media. He shared his own example from Barcelona, where he was once dropped to the stands but refused to speak publicly, choosing instead to confront Pep Guardiola privately.

Henry praised Salah’s achievements but insisted he approached this situation poorly: players must protect the team first, and if their performances dip, their place is no longer guaranteed—especially at a club like Liverpool.

Fans applauded Henry’s balanced and honest response, calling his comments “spot on,” “objective,” and the type of critique football needs.

What’s Next for Salah and Liverpool?

Salah didn’t travel for Liverpool’s Champions League match against Inter Milan, which the Reds won 1-0 thanks to a late Dominik Szoboszlai penalty. Liverpool face Brighton next at Anfield, and it’s unclear whether Salah will feature. It could be his final appearance before joining Egypt for the Africa Cup of Nations.