Liverpool legend Robbie Fowler has openly disagreed with Dominik Szoboszlai following the Reds’ disappointing 1-1 draw with Tottenham Hotspur.
Szoboszlai suggested after the game that Liverpool had controlled proceedings, but Fowler was quick to shut that down, offering a very different view of what unfolded at Anfield.
“I listened to Dominik Szoboszlai about Liverpool controlling the game. I must have seen a different game because I don’t think Liverpool controlled it whatsoever,” Fowler said.
It’s a damning assessment from a player who knows exactly what control in midfield should look like at Anfield.
“Liverpool Never Had Control”
Fowler went further, highlighting what he believes was the real issue behind Liverpool’s struggles.
“Forwards win games. Defenders can stop you winning games but if you have control of the midfield, you’re going to win games and Liverpool never had control.”
That lack of dominance in midfield has been a recurring problem for Liverpool F.C. this season. Despite taking the lead through a Szoboszlai free-kick, the Reds failed to dictate the tempo or impose themselves on the game.
Instead, Spurs grew into the match and looked the more dangerous side as the second half progressed.
Spurs the Better Side?
Fowler didn’t stop there, suggesting the result was actually fair—and perhaps even flattering for Liverpool.
“A draw was the right result. Liverpool didn’t do enough and, if anything, Tottenham were the better team in the second half.”
That verdict will resonate with many supporters who watched Liverpool fade after the break, eventually conceding a late equaliser.
Growing Concerns
The disagreement between Szoboszlai’s view and Fowler’s analysis highlights a wider concern among fans and pundits alike: a lack of control, intensity, and identity in Liverpool’s performances.
Midfield, once the engine of Liverpool’s success, has too often been overrun or ineffective this season. Players are being asked to operate in unfamiliar roles, and the balance simply hasn’t looked right.
The Bigger Picture
For Liverpool, this isn’t just about one result. It’s about a pattern that continues to emerge. When former players like Fowler question the team’s control and approach, it reflects the growing unease around performances under Arne Slot.
With crucial games ahead, including a must-win clash against Galatasaray, Liverpool will need to show a significant improvement—particularly in midfield—if they are to turn their season around.
For now, Fowler’s comments serve as a reminder that controlling a game is about more than possession—it’s about authority, dominance, and ultimately, results.
Jamie (The Kopite View)
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