Coach Arne Slot: 'Ekitike received a foolish red card'

Striker Hugo Ekitike has just been sharply warned by his coach after being sent off for what was considered a thoughtless celebration.

Arne Slot condemns Ekitike’s excessive celebration

In last night’s Carabao Cup matches, Hugo Ekitike scored the winning goal that brought Liverpool a 2-1 victory over Southampton. Nevertheless, Coach Arne Slot criticized the French striker after he received a red card due to what was seen as an "over-the-top" celebration.

At the 85th minute, with the score level at 1-1 and Liverpool facing the possibility of a penalty shootout, Ekitike shone by scoring a crucial goal that secured The Reds’ progression. However, the striker’s happiness was quickly overshadowed by an unwise decision: removing his shirt to celebrate right in front of the Anfield crowd.