Dominik Szoboszlai apologises to Liverpool fans after Man City clash

Liverpool midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai has apologised to the club’s supporters following an angry confrontation in the wake of a 4-0 FA Cup defeat by Manchester City.

The Hungary international drew widespread criticism for his reaction towards the travelling away end at the Etihad Stadium on 4 April.

Following a dismal performance that featured an Erling Haaland hat-trick and a missed penalty from Mohamed Salah, frustrated supporters loudly booed Arne Slot’s team at the full-time whistle.

The 24-year-old was seen visibly reacting to the dissent, waving his arms and shrugging before being led away by team-mate Federico Chiesa.

Clearing the air before Paris Saint-Germain

Speaking ahead of Tuesday’s crucial Champions League quarter-final second leg against Paris Saint-Germain, the midfielder insisted his emotional response was misinterpreted.

“To make it clear it was a misunderstanding with me and the fans, I didn’t mean it in a bad way,” he explained during a press conference.

“If it was a misunderstanding then I apologise, they can feel also that I am not feeling better than them, exactly the same as they do.”

The former RB Leipzig playmaker emphasised his deep commitment to the Anfield fanbase while reiterating that the squad shares their profound disappointment.

Anfield impact needed to overturn deficit

Liverpool face a monumental task to rescue their European campaign, having suffered a passive 2-0 defeat in the French capital during the first leg.

Slot’s men bounced back with a routine 2-0 victory over Fulham on Saturday, though the match was overshadowed by fan protests regarding planned ticket price increases.

Despite the recent friction, the Hungarian has called for absolute unity as the Reds attempt to mount a historic comeback on Merseyside.

“We saw it many times this and last season for sure, it’s going to be not only 11 and subs, it’s the whole stadium,” he noted.

“We know how it feels to be at LFC with these fans at Anfield and we don’t need any more motivation.”