Mohamed Salah has been handed a six‑month driving ban after his Rolls‑Royce was caught speeding in Wilmslow in March. The ban follows a police report of the offence.
Who is Mohamed Salah and why was he banned? The Egyptian former Liverpool star, one of the most prominent figures in Arab and world football, received an official six‑month driving ban.
Incident details
In March 2026, Cheshire police in Wilmslow recorded a Rolls‑Royce registered to Salah exceeding the speed limit on the A538. The breach was captured by a speed‑camera, and officers were alerted to the incident.
After reviewing the evidence, the police issued a report confirming Salah as the driver and imposed a six‑month driving prohibition under UK traffic law, which mandates a ban for speeds over 30 mph above the limit.
Official statement
The force released an official statement declaring the ban “confirmed official” and effective from 1 October 2026 until 30 March 2027. No further financial penalty details were disclosed, although local regulations allow fines up to £500 in addition to the ban.
Salah's offence history
- This is the first driving ban imposed on Salah.
- He previously received a minor parking citation in 2023.
Salah, who joined Liverpool in 2017, has won the Premier League Player of the Season twice and helped the club clinch the 2019 Champions League. While his on‑field achievements are stellar, the ban may affect his public image.
He is expected to comply with the restriction, using alternative transport for the duration, while remaining focused on his football career and charitable activities.
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