Midfielder insists title defence is far from over and warns there is still “a long way to go”
Dominik Szoboszlai has called on Liverpool to maintain their renewed sense of fight and togetherness as they prepare for Sunday’s Premier League trip to Manchester City.
Liverpool sit third in the table with 18 points from 10 matches, one behind City, but both trail leaders Arsenal, who have opened up a significant early gap.
After a dismal October that saw Arne Slot’s side lose six of seven matches across all competitions, recent wins over Aston Villa and Real Madrid have helped steady the mood at Anfield.
Szoboszlai said those victories, particularly the Champions League win over Madrid, showed the level of intensity and unity Liverpool need to rediscover if they are to defend their title.
“Everybody could see against Real, all of us running, fighting, being there for each other, covering each other’s backs,” said Szoboszlai. “The most important thing is to keep going like this.”
Liverpool’s 1-0 victory at Anfield was their second successive win at home but they face a stern test when they travel to the Etihad to confront City. However, a win against Pep Guardiola’s side could put their title defence back on track.
“There is a long way to go,” said Szoboszlai. “Now it’s all about the Premier League and facing City at the weekend. We know how good they are now.
“The season is long. If we were seven points clear at this stage, nobody would be saying that we had won the league already.
“Last season, when we were leading the way, we just stayed calm and kept on going because anything can happen. We just need to focus on ourselves, win our games and then let’s see what other teams are doing.”
