Dominik Szoboszlai admitted he gave the Man of the Match award to a teammate, saying, “I gave him the award because he truly earned it, not me. He really saved Liverpool tonight,” highlighting the one Liverpool star he believes deserved the honor.
After Arsenal’s loss, Arne Slot openly criticized a Liverpool player, calling him “a game killer” and claiming that fans do not show him the respect he deserves.
Szoboszlai also scored a spectacular free-kick against Arsenal, giving Liverpool the lead. His strike came from 32.3 yards, making it the longest-distance goal of the season. The Hungarian midfielder’s shot bent off the post from over 25 yards, leaving Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya helpless.
In transfer news, Barcelona is reportedly preparing to hijack Real Madrid’s planned deal if Fermin Lopez departs, just as the transfer window nears its close.
Liverpool’s Hugo Ekitike Names the Arsenal Defender He Fears Most
Just hours before Liverpool’s clash with Arsenal, new signing Hugo Ekitike made headlines with a bold pre-match statement. The French striker, already a key part of Arne Slot’s attack, admitted that only one Arsenal defender worries him going into the match.
“There’s only one Arsenal defender I expect a real fight from today. The others, I can handle. But this one defender… he’s relentless,” Ekitike said.
Sources indicate that he was referring to William Saliba, Arsenal’s central defensive rock. Known for his composure and physical dominance, Saliba has successfully contained top strikers like Erling Haaland and Harry Kane. Ekitike’s acknowledgment reflects not just respect, but the challenge he faces in breaking down Arsenal’s defense, which held the best record in the Premier League last season.
By contrast, Ekitike dismissed Arsenal’s other defenders—Gabriel Magalhães, Ben White, and Oleksandr Zinchenko—as beatable, a comment likely to motivate the team to prove their worth.
Liverpool fans see Ekitike’s statement as confidence, while Arsenal supporters believe Saliba will rise to the occasion and neutralize him. The showdown between Ekitike and Saliba could ultimately define the outcome of this high-stakes encounter. If the striker succeeds, Liverpool could claim a crucial victory; if not, Arsenal might finally end their struggles at Anfield.
Liverpool vs. Arsenal is now more than a game—it is a clash of pride, skill, and personal battles, with all eyes on the duel between Ekitike and Saliba.
