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Alexander Isak scored his second goal for Liverpool against Spurs, but was immediately brought off after falling awkwardly after getting his shot away
Alexander Isak of Liverpool leaves the game injured
Alexander Isak got injured while scoring for Liverpool(Image: Marc Atkins/Getty Images)
All you need to know after Alexander Isak picked up an injury in Liverpool's 2-1 win over Tottenham Hotspur on Saturday evening
Isak's bittersweet goal: Liverpool striker Alexander Isak scored the opening goal in a 2-1 win over Tottenham but was immediately forced off with an injury. The Swedish international was clattered by defender Micky van de Ven while finishing a powerful shot past Guglielmo Vicario.
Immediate substitution: Having only entered the game as a half-time substitute, Isak’s appearance lasted just 10 minutes before he was helped from the pitch by medical staff. He appeared to be in significant pain and was replaced by Jeremie Frimpong as Liverpool adjusted their lineup.
Slot’s initial assessment: Manager Arne Slot stated that the club must wait for further medical assessments before knowing the full extent of the injury. He admitted it is never a good sign when a player is unable to even attempt to continue playing after a collision.
Additional injury concerns: In addition to Isak, Liverpool are also monitoring the status of defender Conor Bradley, who was also withdrawn during the match. Bradley attempted to play through his issue but was eventually taken off at half-time because he was unable to carry on.
Match performance summary: Liverpool secured the victory through goals from Isak and a towering header from Hugo Ekitike. Tottenham managed to halve the deficit through Richarlison but ultimately finished the game with nine men following two red cards.
Positive news: The Reds now face an anxious wait to determine the extent of Isak's injury. However, fears of a potential ACL tear were put at ease on Saturday night, with The Athletic reporting the initial prognosis is a lower-leg injury, as opposed to the knee.
Concerns: Despite their two-man advantage late in the game, Slot expressed disappointment that his team allowed Tottenham to dominate possession in the final minutes. He noted that the team needs more wins to feel comfortable and composed when facing late-game setbacks.
Looking ahead: Liverpool now has a week-long break before their next fixture, which Slot hopes will be enough time for his squad to recover. The manager emphasised the importance of having enough available players as they look to build on their current momentum.