Hugo Ekitike apologized in Liverpool locker room after foolish moment

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Federico Chiesa provided the assist for Ekitike's close-range strike, and the 23-year-old was unable to suppress his elation. Jeremie Frimpong was first to reach him, his facial expression alone revealing he understood what would follow.

Ekitike offered his apologies to teammates in the changing room, and according to The Athletic, his contrition was welcomed - they bore no ill will and collectively moved forward. Ekitike took his shirt off after scoring Liverpool's winner (Image: Getty Images) The France international became overexcited after netting the decisive goal and faced the consequences with a one-match suspension, momentarily overlooking his existing caution.

"It wasn't smart what he did, he recognized that straight away and said sorry to his teammates. He wasn't smart, didn't hurt us on Tuesday, might tomorrow." Ekitike has made an immediate impact at Liverpool following his summer transfer from Eintracht Frankfurt, scoring five goals and providing an assist in his 10 appearances for the club.