Dominik Szoboszlai sends perfect response to Arne Slot before Liverpool return

Dominik Szoboszlai sent the before he returns to Merseyside following the international break.

The midfielder scored both goals as Hungary beat Bosnia 2-0. struck either side of the break to earn his nation their first victory in this year’s Nations League and boost their hopes of avoiding relegation from League A.

The 23-year-old’s first of the night came as he supplied a composed finish in the 38th minute. Despite facing a tight angle after receiving a pass from Zsolt Nagy, Szoboszlai managed to slide the ball past Nikola Vasilj while also coming under pressure from a Bosnia defender.

Just five minutes after the break, Szoboszlai wrapped up Hungary’s victory, converting from the penalty spot after Nagy had been fouled by Nail Omerovic. The brace will come as a welcome sign for and Liverpool fans ahead of Sunday’s return to action against Chelsea.

Opinion has been somewhat split among supporters on Szoboszlai this season. The former RB Leipzig star has scored just one goal so far for the Reds, despite operating as the No.10 in Slot’s system, while also spurning some golden opportunities, most notably against Wolves.

Slot himself has praised Szoboszlai for his work ethic, although he did send a .

"He has been important for us and his pressing has been outstanding,” Slot said. “Something we have to work on is making him even more involved in scoring goals.

“He scored three last season but for an attacking midfielder at Liverpool, his numbers need to go up. I am confident with the quality he has and the players around him he will score more goals as well."

Having been , Szoboszlai will be hoping his goals for Hungary will see him earn his place back in the side against Chelsea this weekend, with Liverpool looking to maintain their position at the top of the Premier League.

Liverpool.com says: That’s more like it! Szoboszlai has always been a talisman for his country, and it’s good to see him getting amongst the goals again. Hopefully his double against Bosnia is the start of a hot streak for him in front of goal.