Liverpool boss Arne Slot has blasted Hugo Ekitike for his ‘stupid’ red card against Southampton, insisting his striker should have celebrated his goal by thanking his teammate.

The Reds continued their 100 per cent start to the season on Tuesday night, making it seven wins from seven in all competitions after beating Southampton 2-1 in the third round of the Carabao Cup.

Alexander Isak scored his first goal for the club just before half-time before Shay Charles equalised for the Championship side after 76 minutes.

Ekitike, brought onto replace Isak at half-time with the Sweden international’s fitness still being managed, was Liverpool’s hero again, tapping home on 86 minutes to seal his side’s place in the next round.

The French striker stripped off his shirt as he celebrated his fifth

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