Overview

• Hugo Ekitike was sent off for two bookings in Liverpool’s 2-1 Carabao Cup victory over Southampton, with the second shown for removing his shirt after a late winner.
• Ekitike’s first yellow came soon after his half-time introduction for punching the ball away in frustration following a foul.
• The dismissal triggers a one-match suspension that rules him out of Saturday’s visit to Crystal Palace, with Alexander Isak expected to start in his place.
• Manager Arne Slot criticised the forward’s loss of control, while Gary Lineker and Micah Richards condemned the celebration rule and said the ban hands Isak a clear chance.
• Federico Chiesa supplied both assists in one of his best Liverpool displays, yet his performance was overshadowed as Jeremie Frimpong reacted with visible displeasure to the shirt-off celebration.