Liverpool Manager Criticizes Ekitike's Celebration Blunder

Liverpool manager Arne Slot criticized Hugo Ekitike's decision to remove his shirt after scoring in a League Cup match, which led to his second yellow card and subsequent suspension. The incident left Liverpool playing with 10 men in a tight 2-1 victory. Ekitike later apologized for his actions.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Liverpool | Updated: 24-09-2025 04:19 IST | Created: 24-09-2025 04:19 IST
Liverpool Manager Criticizes Ekitike's Celebration Blunder
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Liverpool manager Arne Slot criticized Hugo Ekitike for his irresponsible behavior that almost jeopardized their League Cup victory against Southampton.

Slot expressed his disapproval after Ekitike, already on a yellow card, was sent off for removing his shirt in celebration, leaving Liverpool vulnerable in a 2-1 win.

Ekitike later apologized via Instagram, acknowledging his mistake as Liverpool prepares for their next league challenge against Crystal Palace.

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