Dominik Szoboszlai makes Liverpool 'pressure' admission in clear message to teammates

Dominik Szoboszlai Makes Liverpool 'Pressure' Admission in Clear Message to Teammates

In a candid post-match interview following Liverpool's frustrating 3-3 draw against Leeds United, midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai expressed bewilderment and issued a passionate call to his teammates amid the club's faltering title defense.[2]

The reigning champions squandered a two-goal lead, retaking the advantage through Szoboszlai's 80th-minute strike—believed to be the winner—only to concede a stoppage-time equalizer from a set-piece. A dejected Szoboszlai struggled to explain the second-half collapse, admitting, "I didn't know what happened," and noting the team's loss of momentum after Leeds' penalty for 2-2.[2] He praised the reaction to regain a 3-2 lead but lamented the final concession, calling it "not the nicest way."

Szoboszlai's form stands out amid Liverpool's struggles. Recently restored to midfield, he scored the team's lone goal in a poor defeat, leading in shots on target (3), covering ground relentlessly, and creating chances—like a free header squandered by Cody Gakpo. He was one of few Reds earning positive SofaScore ratings, showcasing fight and strong mentality post-Hungary's World Cup heartbreak.[1]

With Liverpool now eighth, 10 points behind leaders Arsenal, their title hopes appear over.[2] Injuries to fullbacks Jeremie Frimpong and Conor Bradley forced Curtis Jones into an unfamiliar role at right back, where he struggled.[1] Szoboszlai delivered a stark message under mounting pressure: "Now we have to find solutions... everybody has to take responsibility, and not always the older guys... Everybody has to go on the pitch and show they are ready to fight for this badge."[2]

His words underscore frustration with teammates' inconsistency, positioning him as a beacon of quality in a dismal season. Under Arne Slot, Liverpool must heed this plea to salvage their campaign.[1][2]

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