Liverpool Seek FA Cup Response Against Wolves as Dominik Szoboszlai Eyes Historic Scoring Run

Liverpool return to Molineux on Friday night with a point to prove. Just three days after a disappointing Premier League defeat away to Wolves, Arne Slot’s side face the same opponent in the FA Cup fifth round. Cup ties often bring a different rhythm, yet the narrative surrounding this one is obvious. Liverpool want a response, while Wolves will sense another opportunity.

Beyond the revenge angle, there is a fascinating individual subplot developing around Dominik Szoboszlai. The Hungarian midfielder has quietly put together an impressive run in the FA Cup, and Friday’s match could place him alongside some notable names in Liverpool history.

Dominik Szoboszlai Closing In On Rare FA Cup Milestone

If Dominik Szoboszlai scores against Wolverhampton Wanderers, he will become the first Liverpool player to score in three successive rounds of the FA Cup since Luis Suarez achieved the feat in 2012.

There is another historical layer as well. No Liverpool player has scored in the third, fourth and fifth rounds of the same FA Cup campaign since Emile Heskey in 2001. That is a 25 year gap that underlines how unusual such a run can be, even for an attacking team.

For Szoboszlai, it highlights his evolving role under Arne Slot. Known primarily for creativity and midfield energy, he has increasingly contributed goals at decisive moments. Cup competitions often reward players who arrive late in the box or take responsibility from distance, both traits that suit the Hungarian perfectly.

Liverpool History And Trends Against Wolves

History suggests this tie should be competitive. Liverpool are playing their 457th match in the FA Cup, with 245 victories and 115 defeats so far. Against Wolves specifically, Liverpool have found the net in every FA Cup meeting between the sides since their first encounter in 1896.

Recent meetings also lean in Liverpool’s favour. The midweek league loss at Molineux was only their second defeat in the last 17 matches against Wolves across all competitions.

There is another statistical quirk worth noting. Liverpool have never lost consecutive matches that were both played against the same opponent and both staged at that opponent’s ground. That trend will encourage the travelling supporters heading back to Molineux.

Goals, Momentum And Late Drama

Liverpool’s current scoring streak offers further encouragement. Since a 0-0 draw with Arsenal in early January, the Reds have scored in each of their last 12 matches.

Late goals have also defined their season. Across Liverpool’s games, 43 goals have been scored from the 76th minute onwards, with the Reds contributing 24 of those. That statistic reflects a side capable of sustaining pressure deep into matches.

There are individual landmarks on the horizon too. Cody Gakpo is one goal away from reaching 50 for Liverpool in all competitions, which would make him the second Dutchman after Dirk Kuyt to reach that mark. Meanwhile, both Dominik Szoboszlai and Curtis Jones could join the group of players who have scored for Liverpool on all seven days of the week.

Still, the headline story remains Szoboszlai. In cup football, momentum often begins with one player finding a rhythm. Liverpool will hope their Hungarian midfielder continues his FA Cup scoring run and guides them past Wolves into the next round.