FA Cup fourth round: 10 talking points from the weekend’s action

Pressure is telling on Scott Parker at Burnley while Dominik Szoboszlai is reaching new heights for Liverpool.
FA Cup fourth round: 10 talking points from the weekend’s action

JUMP FOR JOY: Liverpool's Dominik Szoboszlai celebrates. Peter Byrne/PA Wire.

Mon, 16 Feb, 2026 - 11:00
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(1) Is support for Parker waning?

The lack of pressure on Scott Parker this season, despite a collection of desperate performances and an impending relegation, has been mystifying.

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