Milos Kerkez delivered another commanding performance as Liverpool cruised to a convincing 3–0 victory over Marseille in their Champions League encounter at the Stade Vélodrome.

The Hungarian full-back was trusted with a starting role by Arne Slot and repaid that faith with a composed display, completing the full 90 minutes in a night to remember for the reigning Premier League champions.

Liverpool broke the deadlock just before the interval, with Dominik Szoboszlai producing a clever set-piece to put the Reds ahead. The lead was doubled late on after a defensive mishap from Marseille resulted in an own goal, before Cody Gakpo sealed the win in stoppage time.

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💬 “Critics Give Me Energy” – Kerkez Responds to Fan Apology

After the match, Kerkez caught attention off the pitch when he replied to a Liverpool supporter who admitted to previously doubting him.

The fan publicly apologised, praising the defender’s recent performances and acknowledging why Kerkez had earned recognition as one of the league’s standout left-backs last season.

Kerkez’s response was calm and confident, making it clear that early criticism only pushed him harder to improve. His reply quickly went viral among Reds supporters, earning widespread praise for his mentality.

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📈 From Slow Start to Key Figure at Anfield

Kerkez’s journey at Liverpool hasn’t been without challenges. Following his high-profile summer move from Bournemouth, expectations were sky-high, and early performances drew mixed reactions.

Fast forward a few months, and the narrative has changed. The 22-year-old has grown into a reliable starter, holding his place in the squad despite competition from club legend Andy Robertson.

Speaking recently, Kerkez admitted that adapting to life at one of Europe’s biggest clubs took time but credited the support of the manager, teammates, and coaching staff for his improvement.

He also highlighted Robertson’s influence, describing it as a privilege to learn alongside a player who has already achieved so much at Liverpool.

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🔜 What’s Next for Kerkez and Liverpool?

Liverpool return to domestic action on Saturday, January 24, when they travel to face Bournemouth — a reunion with Kerkez’s former club and another chance for him to silence remaining doubters.

One thing is clear: Milos Kerkez is no longer just settling in. He’s making a statement. 🔴🔥