Szoboszlai shines as Liverpool edge Arsenal; Gyökeres quiet and Alisson barely tested
Dominik Szoboszlai stood out before his late winner, weaving through Arsenal’s high press and finding space in hurried moments.
Viktor Gyökeres offered little; however trapped by Arsenal’s shape and unable to demand the ball in dangerous areas.
Alisson Becker was rarely tested as Arsenal controlled the tempo in patches.
He did claim a couple of crosses and a pair of risky distribution attempts, earning a modest 7/10.
Szoboszlai pulled wide and cut inside, pulling Arsenal apart just enough to seed space for Liverpool’s runners.
Liverpool shifted gears when he pressed, and Arsenal answered with quick buildup rotations through midfield to keep the press honest.
The back four offered balance, while fullbacks tucked in to support midfield pivots and create overloads on the flanks.
Arsenal pressed in a compact 4-3-3 and tried to move the ball quickly through the center backs.
The moment Szoboszlai found space near the box, he punished the gap with an exact finish.
Arsenal will feel the sting of the late result, and consider what might have been.
For now, the young spine at Liverpool offers fresh bite, but Szoboszlai may become the catalyst they crave.
Arsenal can take heart from the structure and stubborn spirit, even if the tally stings.
Dominik Szoboszlai
Arsenal