On November 6, 2026, Freiburg defender Jordy Makengo revealed to German Football News that he used to play as Mohamed Salah on PlayStation before facing the Liverpool star in real life. The 24-year-old Bundesliga player shared the anecdote ahead of a match against Salah's team, describing the surreal experience of marking one of his gaming idols.
Makengo said the memory of controlling Salah in video games added an extra layer of excitement to the prospect of defending against the Egyptian forward. His comments highlight the growing intersection between virtual football and professional careers.
