Alexander Isak starred for Sweden at the World Cup as they beat Tunisia, with the Liverpool ace scoring and assisting (twice) to draw plenty of plaudits for his national team
10:22, 15 Jun 2026
Alexander Isak during Sweden 5-1 Tunisia.
Alexander Isak during Sweden 5-1 Tunisia.(Image: David Ramos/Getty Images)
Alexander Isak was the star of the show as Sweden hammered Tunisia at the World Cup, scoring once and assisting twice in a 5-1 win on his debut at the tournament.
The Liverpool striker, who moved to Anfield last summer for a fee of around $169 million (£125 million), suffered a frustrating debut campaign at Anfield. He was only able to score four goals in total under Arne Slot, with only three coming in the Premier League.
However, this was a reminder of the quality that he has at his peak. The only thing that has been holding him back so far has been his fitness, which appears to be heading in the right direction again.
After a statement victory, the Swedish national media were giddy at the prospect of Isak and Viktor Gyokeres, the Arsenal forward, playing so well together.
In Dagens Nyheter, the relationship between Isak and Gyokeres was the focus, with their combined "raw power" praised in attack. Clearly, having two top finishers in the final third is a major weapon.
Elsewhere, Svenska Dagbladet added Yasin Ayari, the Brighton attacking midfielder who scored twice, to the front two, suggesting that the trio will cause problems for any opponent this summer on this form.
Alexander Isak and Mattias Svanberg of Sweden celebrate during their 5-1 win over Tunisia at the World Cup.
Alexander Isak and Mattias Svanberg of Sweden celebrate during their 5-1 win over Tunisia at the World Cup.(Image: Alejandro Espino/Eurasia Sport Images/Getty Images)
The result was a "wonderful statement of strength", it said, adding that this was the "dream" start for Graham Potter's men, who are now well-placed to make the knockout phase.
Isak and Gyokeres were the focus for Sydsvenska Dagbladet, too. "A Swedish attacking duo who each play for their own top club in the Premier League. Could they collaborate?" it asked.
"The answer came against Tunisia when Sweden won by a whopping 5-1. Isak accounted for one goal and two assists, Gyokeres one direct hit and one assist."
"Fantastic," Sweden boss Potter told ITV Sport at the final whistle. "Great goals, five goals, solid and we could have scored more. It was brilliant, full credit to the players. They were fantastic.
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"It [their goal] came from not that much really. It can happen in football.
"The boys remained calm and maintained a goal threat which was important for us. There is room to improve. We will enjoy tonight, recover and get ready again."
Liverpool.com says: Isak is a world-class forward and at 26, he is ready to hit his peak levels. While he is yet to show it for Liverpool, his ability level is not in doubt.
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