Defending champions Liverpool defeated Arsenal 1-0 in the third round of the 2025/26 Premier League season, thanks to a goal from Soboslai. Szoboslai, who helped Liverpool secure the victory, said it was a long time since he had finally scored a free kick.

In the match against Arsenal, Liverpool got a free kick in the 83rd minute of the second half. Soboslai took the penalty and the ball flew directly into the net, helping Liverpool take the lead 1-0.

In the end, Liverpool beat Arsenal 1-0 at home and achieved three consecutive victories.

Soboslai, who played as a defender in this game, said, "Since the start of the new season, fortunately we have practiced free kicks many times. I felt that the shot was a bit far away this time. I thought at the time that I had to take a risk, and I also had confidence in myself, so I decided to try it. In the end, I really scored a goal. I really haven't scored a goal like this for a long time."

"Although I've been practicing, it's been a long time since I last scored a goal like this. To be honest, I have to mention Trent Alexander-Arnold. Everyone knows that he used to take free kicks all the time and his finishing ability is outstanding. But I finally got the chance and I succeeded."

Szoboszlai also said, "Actually, I haven't practiced this kind of shot much in the past few weeks because we practiced more close-range shots. If the distance is closer, my approach will be different. But this time I had to take a risk and kick the ball harder because I know David Raya likes to go behind the wall. But he is of course a top goalkeeper. If the ball had gone a little further inside, he might have been able to save it."

"Arsenal's performance last season was incredible, as were the previous two seasons, and they even finished second for three consecutive years. This is commendable because it is really not easy to keep chasing Manchester City, Chelsea and our team. They are extraordinary teams with an excellent manager, and we have to keep fighting."

On the other hand, Liverpool currently ranks first in the Premier League standings with 9 points. After this international match day, Slaughter's team will travel to challenge Burnley in the next game.