Andy Robertson pulls no punches in Liverpool dressing room verdict on Hugo Ekitike red card
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Andrew Robertson issued a stern warning to "silly" Hugo Ekitike, stressing the need for rapid learning after his red card almost jeopardized Liverpool's League Cup progression.
The French forward has made an impressive start at Anfield following his transfer from Eintracht Frankfurt this summer.
Arne Slot opted to keep the Frenchman on the bench during the Reds' 2-1 win against Southampton in the third round of the League Cup.
Alexander Isak notched his first goal for Liverpool just before half-time, but it was Ekitike who came off the bench to score the decisive goal after Shea Charles levelled the match in the 76th minute.
Ekitike's goal was crucial, yet he nearly negated his contribution by removing his shirt in celebration, forgetting he had already been booked for kicking the ball away earlier.
He wasn't as incensed as Slot, though, who took a deep breath to compose himself before disregarding Ekitike as he trudged off the field, with the striker later apologizing for his dismissal.
Robertson didn't mince words in his post-match interview regarding the young striker, who boasts five goals and one assist in his first eight appearances across all competitions for Liverpool.
Ekitike's dismissal means he'll be ruled out of Liverpool's upcoming Premier League encounter with Crystal Palace
His absence will be keenly felt against the Eagles, who remain the only other side in the top flight maintaining an unblemished record in the new Premier League season.
This could force Slot into handing Isak his maiden Premier League start for the Reds