'Same as Lionel Messi at his best' - Liverpool star Dominik Szoboszlai compared to Barcelona legend after 'incredible' Euro 2024 qualifying display for Hungary

Hungary wrapped up their Euro 2024 qualifying campaign with a 3-1 win against Montenegro on Sunday, having already qualified for next year's tournament after a 2-2 draw against Bulgaria three days earlier. The hosts fell behind in the contest, but Szoboszlai scored two goals in the space of two second-half minutes to completely change the momentum of the game.

Mesmerized by Szoboszlai's efforts on the pitch, Hungary goalkeeper Denes Dibusz paid a massive compliment to his team-mate as he compared him to Argentina and Inter Miami superstar Messi.

Speaking to Index, Dibusz said: "You have the same feeling about him as when Lionel Messi was at his best in Barcelona a few years ago. When he made up his mind, he went down the field and scored.

"He is a player of an incredible level and a great leader, who is able to lead the team on the field and add something extra to his game that draws the others along, and is also effective. After the Bulgaria match, I think he was also a little frustrated that despite his chances, he didn't manage to score. I think you can be satisfied with your finishes and performance today."

The 23-year-old former RB Leipzig star has been a mainstay in Jurgen Klopp's starting lineup ever since he made the switch to Liverpool from the German club this summer. He has started in every single Premier League game thus far, scoring once and providing two assists. He also scored on his Carabao Cup debut against Leicester City.

The Hungarian international's red-hot form in a Hungary shirt will surely come as a huge boost for his club, who are preparing to face old foes Manchester City in a crucial Premier League encounter on Saturday. There is only one point separating the two clubs at the top of the table after 12 games, and the final result at the Etihad Stadium could go a long way to deciding who wins the title.