Liverpool 2026: Isak double secures win against Ipswich
Alexander Isak scored two early goals to give Liverpool a 2-0 victory over Ipswich Town, marking manager Andoni Iraola's first Premier League win.
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- Alexander Isak scored twice as Liverpool defeated Ipswich Town 2-0
- Manager Andoni Iraola secured his first Premier League win
- Cody Gakpo delivered a masterclass with two crucial assists
Liverpool secured their first Premier League victory of the season with a comfortable 2-0 away win against newly promoted Ipswich Town at Portman Road, led by an exceptional display from their star forwards.
The match also marked the first three points for new manager Andoni Iraola, who succeeded Arne Slot following the club's managerial change after last season's struggles.
Alexander Isak, who joined Liverpool from Newcastle United for a then British record £125m fee last summer, proved his worth by tormenting the Ipswich defence with two goals inside the opening nine minutes.
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After a difficult debut season plagued by injuries and poor form where he scored only three league goals in 14 appearances, Isak showed signs of returning to his best form by utilizing his trademark pace running in behind defenders.
Andoni Iraola's tactical adjustments to utilize Isak's pace and pressing ability highlight how proper positioning can unlock expensive acquisitions, contrasting sharply with his struggles under the previous coaching staff last year.
"My fight with him will be more about other stuff, how to help the team in other situations - but it is good he has already played two full games, scoring the goals, so I am very happy to have him."
Andoni Iraola
Cody Gakpo played a vital creative role throughout the match, providing a stunning outside-of-the-foot pass for Isak's second goal, while debutant Bradley Barcola made a 26-minute substitute appearance following his £123m arrival from Paris St-Germain.
Source: BBC Sport
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