In the League Cup Round of 16 match against Southampton, Hugo Ekitike secured a pivotal victory for Liverpool by scoring in the 85th minute. Overcome with the excitement of the moment, the French forward removed his shirt to celebrate, a spontaneous gesture that unfortunately led to his expulsion from the game. In a recent interview, Ekitike expressed deep remorse for his actions and made a firm promise not to repeat the mistake.
“It wasn`t a smart move at all. I was genuinely disappointed to watch the lads play from home on Saturday (during the Premier League defeat against Crystal Palace),” he stated. “As I`ve already said, I sincerely apologize to everyone, especially to all my teammates. It definitely won`t happen again. Now, it`s time to turn the page and focus on what`s ahead.”
Adaptation and Future Goals
“I`m pleased with the progress I`ve made since joining, but I am fully aware that I can achieve much more,” Ekitike affirmed. “Looking to the future, my primary goal is to improve even further. I am happy with where I am, but certainly not satisfied. I always strive for more, and I am committed to continuous hard work. Everyone at the club has been incredibly supportive, helping me adapt seamlessly to this new environment. My immediate focus now is to maintain consistency and keep pushing myself forward.”
On Coach Slot
Regarding his relationship with the new coach, Ekitike commented: “The coach hasn`t given me overly strict instructions on how I should play. Instead, he grants me a significant amount of freedom on the pitch. I have the flexibility to either link up effectively with other players in possession or to make decisive runs into depth behind the defense. I truly believe I can contribute significantly to the team`s overall success and objectives.”
