Watch: Dominik Szoboszlai scores stunning 32-yard free-kick for Liverpool against Arsenal
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Dominik Szoboszlai Scores Stunning Free Kick to Secure Liverpool's Victory Over Arsenal
Dominik Szoboszlai delivered a spectacular free-kick goal from 32 yards out, giving Liverpool a 1-0 lead in their Premier League clash against Arsenal at Anfield on August 31, 2025.
The decisive moment came late in the second half when Szoboszlai stepped up to take a free kick awarded after Martin Zubimendi fouled Liverpool substitute Curtis Jones. Szoboszlai struck the ball with precision, sending it dipping and curling past Arsenal’s goalkeeper, Luis Raya, who could only get a fingertip on the ball as it nestled perfectly into the corner of the net. The goal broke the deadlock in a tightly contested and largely defensive game[1][2][3][4].
This was Liverpool manager Arne Slot’s side securing crucial three points, as the goal came after a match filled with defensive battles and limited clear-cut chances. Despite Arsenal pressing in the final minutes and a chance by Eberechi Eze to equalize, Liverpool managed to hold on for the win. The victory was vital for Liverpool, especially given the tight competition at the top of the table[3].
Liverpool made several substitutions, including bringing on Federico Chiesa, Joe Gomez, and Curtis Jones, who was fouled leading to the free kick. Arsenal also introduced Eze, who made his debut, and Martin Odegaard to try and shift the momentum, but it was Szoboszlai’s individual brilliance that proved decisive in the end[3].
The strike further highlights Szoboszlai’s technical ability and importance to Liverpool’s squad, despite playing some matches in a less favored defensive position. His free-kick goal was widely praised as a "worldly" and "absolutely special" effort that no goalkeeper could realistically save[4].
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