Alexander Isak finally broke his Premier League duck for Liverpool — and his team-mates wasted no time showing their support.
Alexander Isak Finds Net for Liverpool, Dressing Room Reacts With Praise
The £125 million summer signing scored his first league goal for the Reds in their crucial win over West Ham at the London Stadium, easing pressure and sparking fresh hope that his season is turning around.
The Swedish striker arrived with huge expectations after impressing at Newcastle, but his start at Liverpool has been disrupted by injuries, fitness struggles and a lack of rhythm in Arne Slot’s evolving attack.
Despite the slow start, his finish against West Ham — set up by a sharp pass from Florian Wirtz — showed the calmness and quality Liverpool expected when they made him one of the most expensive signings in Premier League history.
Moments after full-time, Isak posted his celebration photo on Instagram, and the reaction from the dressing room spoke volumes.
Ryan Gravenberch and Dominik Szoboszlai dropped heart emojis, while Curtis Jones and Rio Ngumoha responded with fire emojis, showing the collective relief and belief that the striker is now ready to kick on.
Speaking after the match with Sky Sports, Isak admitted he felt the weight of the wait.
“It has taken time, and I know it’s been expected,” he said.
“I’m still working to reach my best level, but scoring helps. The win matters most, but of course as a striker, goals give confidence.”
Liverpool boss Arne Slot defended the forward’s early form, explaining that limited minutes and fitness setbacks delayed his impact:
“It’s a bit unfair to judge him so early. He hasn’t had consistent game time. Scoring before coming off was important — for him and for us.”
Liverpool fans will now hope this is the moment Isak settles and sparks momentum in a season that has lacked fluency.
For the striker, the message from inside the camp is already clear: everyone believes in him — and now, he finally has his breakthrough.
