Alexander Isak praised by Swedish media as Tottenham ace denies him brilliant assist

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Liverpool star Isak's start against the Swiss was his first in World Cup qualifying after he was restricted to a bit-part role during the September internationals due to a lack of match fitness. Isak also hit the post during the game, and his attacking threat led to positive reviews of his performance from Swedish journalists Expressen said that Isaw was "quick in the flesh – and in the head," while Fotboll Skanlen referenced Isak's almost-assist for Bergvall, saying he "ran half the length of the field before putting a chance on a plate for Lucas Bergvall." Meanwhile, Isak said ahead of the game that he has not spoken to Eddie Howe since leaving Newcastle, and made it clear he wants to put the summer's transfer saga behind him.

Isak went on strike at his old club during the final few weeks of the transfer window as he desperately tried to force through his move to Liverpool. Isak hit the post (Image: 2025 Getty Images) Isak ultimately got his wish on deadline day as Liverpool paid a Premier League-record fee to sign him from the Magpies, and Isak was asked about the saga ahead of Sweden's World Cup qualifier against Switzerland.

"It doesn't benefit anyone, neither me nor Newcastle so let it be." Asked whether he had spoken to former boss Howe since leaving his old club, Isak simply responded: "No." Isak is still getting up to speed for his new club having not played any games in pre-season, but he is enjoying his start to life with his new club. "I'm working hard to push myself and play my game," Isak said.