ESPN FC Szoboszlai's Spectacular Set Piece
Jan 22, 2026
This discussion features Jan Aage Fjortoft, a Norwegian football pundit and former player, and Frank Leboeuf, a former France international and insightful analyst. They dive into Dominik Szoboszlai's clever free kick that caught Marseille off guard and debate Liverpool's resurgence under Arne Slot. Jan highlights Bodo/Glimt's surprising victory over Manchester City, shedding light on Erling Haaland's recent struggles. Frank shares his thoughts on Chelsea's lackluster performance despite a narrow win, questioning the team's current form.
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Liverpool's Professional Turnaround
- Liverpool produced a composed, professional Champions League display against Marseille with solid defending and chance creation.
- Arne Slot's side looked more consistent and closer to domestic form despite some laboured final-third moments.
Set-Piece Innovation Pays Off
- Dominik Szoboszlai's free-kick exploited Marseille's set-piece weakness by shooting under the wall.
- The lying-behind-the-wall tactic is increasingly common and can punish unprepared defenses.
Prepare Defensive Set-Piece Cover
- Do prepare set-piece plans including a player lying behind the wall if you ask the wall to jump.
- Avoid leaving a predictable gap; scout opponents' habits before matchday.