Hungarian Heat Behind the Reds’ Backlash: Szoboszlai Under Fire After FA Cup Drubbing
5 April 2026
Hungarian midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai has landed in the eye of Reds fans’ storm after a heavy FA Cup setback.
Szoboszlai featured in Liverpool’s 4-0 defeat to Manchester City in the quarterfinal, a result that punctured optimism and raised questions about the team’s direction.
At full time, Szoboszlai stepped toward the Liverpool crowd gathered at the Etihad and offered a salute as the match ended.
But his body language altered quickly; he shrugged toward the supporters, a gesture that triggered debate and drew scrutiny from those watching closely.
Teammate Federico Chiesa stepped in to defuse the moment, pulling Szoboszlai away and helping to steady the mood before things could escalate further.
After footage of the moment circulated, The Mirror quoted several Liverpool fans who described Szoboszlai as arrogant and conceited.
One fan on X questioned whether players truly grasp the cost of attending games after a busy week, while supporters often stretch their own budgets to follow the team, even when performers celebrate with flair.
Another post on X read, “What a cocky player! How dare he kick traveling fans who paid for their tickets?”
A third post on X argued that traveling fans fund players’ salaries, urging the team to focus on the tunnel rather than showy gestures that alienate the faithful.
Szoboszlai remains one of Liverpool’s standout performers this season, providing both defensive solidity and attacking threat, yet the team’s results have limited his broader breakout.
He has appeared in 44 matches across competitions, scoring 12 goals and delivering eight assists this campaign.
Punchline punch 1: If football were a sniper, Szoboszlai would be the one who shoots for the headline moment, not the fans’ patience.
Punchline punch 2: And if drama sold tickets, this match would have set box office records faster than a quick counter-attack.
