Liverpool player ratings vs Barnsley: Dominik Szoboszlai plays both hero and villain as Jeremie Frimpong & Florian Wirtz grab confidence-boosting goals for Reds to progress in FA Cup | Goal.com Malaysia
Dominik Szoboszlai masterminded and nearly undid Liverpool's 4-1 win over League One side Barnsley to progress to round four of the FA Cup. The Hungarian scored a screamer, gifted the Tykes a goal, and was fortunate to not concede a penalty on Monday night. But classy goals from Jeremie Frimpong, Florian Wirtz, and Hugo Ekitike got him out of trouble.
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Giorgi Mamardashvili (6/10):
The Georgia international had to be on his toes, particularly to deny Jonathan Bland's well-hit shot. But can look suspect when crosses are whipped in.
Jeremie Frimpong (7/10):
The flying Dutchman took his goal well with a strike that had too much power for the Barnsley goalkeeper but defensively, he can be got at.
Joe Gomez (5/10):
Had a very shaky start and on performances like this, he won't be breaking into Liverpool's starting XI anytime soon for bigger games.
Virgil van Dijk (6/10):
The 34-year-old does look more and more vulnerable to nippy attackers but he is still a big threat aerially.
Andrew Robertson (6/10):
The experienced campaigner put in a competent outing but may have fared worse if Cleary had come up against him.
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Alexis Mac Allister (6/10):
The Argentine anchored Liverpool's midfield for much of the encounter and was solid if unspectacular for the hosts.
Dominik Szoboszlai (7/10):
This was a real mixed bag from the midfielder. He scored a brilliant individual goal, made a horrendous error for Barnsley's goal, and was lucky not to concede a penalty. But he also made some important clearances at the back.
Curtis Jones (6/10):
The Liverpool academy product was all huff and puff without much quality early on but he improved as the contest progressed, as he added a bit more quality on the ball.
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Federico Chiesa (5/10):
Liverpool fans have been calling for the Italy international to get more game time but based on this performance, that noise may quieten down.
Cody Gakpo (6/10):
The winger does not look particularly comfortable when having to lead Liverpool's attack. Naturally, he looked more threatening on the left.
Rio Ngumoha (7/10):
The teenager was full of running and tricks and repeatedly got in behind Barnsley's backline. An encouraging display.
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Hugo Ekitike (8/10):
Beautifully set up team-mate Wirtz and then scored a neat goal himself.
Florian Wirtz (7/10):
Spurned a gilt-edged opportunity shortly after coming on, but atoned for that with an emphatic strike.
Ibrahima Konate (7/10):
Was commanding off the bench for Liverpool.
Ryan Gravenberch (N/A):
Didn't really get involved.
Trey Nyoni (N/A):
No time to make an impact.
Arne Slot (6/10):
The former Feyenoord manager was indebted to some superb finishes from his Liverpool players but he could not have expected Szoboszlai's howler. Overall, it was not the most convincing of wins from Slot's side, despite the end result.
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