“A Great Leader” – Liverpool Superstar Likened to Peak Lionel Messi at Barcelona After Guiding His Team to UEFA Euro 2024

In the world of soccer, certain players transform their role as mere athletes and emerge as leaders. In a recent turn of events, a Liverpool star midfielder has drawn comparisons to former Barcelona legend, Lionel Messi. The buzz around this exciting comparison comes after the Hungarian national soccer team’s remarkable display in the EURO 2024 Qualifiers. While leading the Hungarian side to an undefeated 2023 campaign, the Liverpool sensation helped them secure the top spot in the qualifying group, while sealing their place at Euro’s next year.

As we delve deeper, it becomes quite evident that the influence of this Liverpool star is very high. It goes beyond the ordinary, just like Lionel Messi’s impact during his prime years at Barcelona.

Liverpool star midfielder likened to Barcelona’s Lionel Messi

Hungarian national team skipper and Liverpool sensation Dominik Szoboszlai played a pivotal role in Hungary’s recent triumph. His display on the pitch has left fans and players alike drawing parallels with Lionel Messi’s peak days at FC Barcelona. Speaking after the match, the Hungarian goalkeeper Denes Dibusz couldn’t help but express his admiration for Szoboszlai, likening him to Messi at the peak of his prowess. Dibusz’s comments shed light on Szoboszlai’s leadership qualities. He also stated that the Liverpool midfielder not only scores but also elevates the performance of players around him, just like Lionel Messi.

“You get the feeling about him like when Lionel Messi was at his best at Barcelona a few years ago. When he had a thought, he went down the pitch and scored. He’s a player of incredible quality and a great leader, who can lead the team on the pitch and add that extra something to his game that pulls the others along, and he’s scoring. I think he was a bit frustrated after the Bulgaria game that he had chances but didn’t score. I think he can be happy with his finishing and his performance today,” Dibusz stated while praising Szoboszlai.

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Szoboszlai was exceptional for Hungary against Montenegro. The Liverpool star and Hungarian captain was on target twice as he led his country to a resounding 3-1 victory at home, and sealed their place at the Euros. Hungary surprisingly fell behind in the first half as Montenegro struck first in the match. However, Liverpool’s $74 million summer signing then took it upon himself and single-handedly turned the game on its head. Szoboszlai scored two goals and assisted the third to mark a comeback victory for Hungary.