Manchester City superstar Erling Haaland praised Dominik Szoboszlai on social media after the Hungarian scored a stunning free-kick in a dramatic comeback at Anfield on Sunday night.
Despite their fierce rivalry on the pitch, Haaland was quick to recognize the sheer quality shown by his former team-mate in what could be a crucial game in the race for the Premier League title.
Erling Haaland praises Dominik Szoboszlai’s free kick
After the final whistle, Haaland shared a post on Snapchat that quickly went viral.
The Norwegian striker uploaded a still photo of Liverpool’s free-kick during the match, along with a seven-letter message for Szoboszlai.
Haaland captioned the image with a playful seven-word message: “Domi, what a goal smile.”
The comment was a direct reference to Szoboszlai’s brilliant long-range attack that scored the opener and the red card the Liverpool midfielder received for his confusion at the end.
Haaland and Szoboszlai have been close friends since their days at RB Salzburg.
This message reflects the bond between the two players that dates back to their time in England.
Haaland and Szoboszlai were close friends during their time at RB Salzburg, and they formed a deadly partnership that terrorized the Austrian Bundesliga and showcased their talents to the world in the Champions League.
The close camaraderie was on display during the match, with the Hungarian midfielder attempting to get in on Haaland’s head as he rose to take the winning penalty.
Haaland later clarified what he had told Szoboszlai during the friendly exchange. he said: “This is the first time I don’t want to talk to you.
Despite playing as two of the biggest rivals in English football, their friendship remains intact.
While both sides compete fiercely for 90 minutes, their mutual respect is well documented, with both players frequently praising each other’s progress since leaving Austria.
