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Liverpool Edge Southampton in EFL Cup as Ekitiké Scores Then Sees Red

Reports indicate the sending off will rule the forward out of Liverpool's next match in the competition.

El francés quiso emular a Leo Messi con una celebración icónica, pero terminó pagando caro con una tarjeta roja. (Foto: Especial GH)
A segundos de anotar, a Hugo Ekitike le mostraron la segunda amarilla, seguida de la roja.

Overview

  • Liverpool beat Southampton 2-1 at Anfield to progress from the EFL Cup third round.
  • Alexander Isak opened the scoring in the 43rd minute for his first goal with the club.
  • Southampton leveled through Shea Charles in the 76th minute to set up a tense finish.
  • Hugo Ekitiké restored Liverpool's lead in the 85th minute and was immediately sent off for a second yellow after removing his shirt.
  • Liverpool closed out the win with ten men, and multiple outlets report Ekitiké will miss the club’s next cup fixture.