Alexander Isak expressed satisfaction with his performance after netting his first Premier League goal for Liverpool in their 2-0 victory over West Ham. His goal, a precise side-footed shot, came in the 60th minute at London Stadium. Cody Gakpo later secured the win with a second goal following Lucas Paqueta's dismissal. This marked Isak's sixth career goal against West Ham, equalling his highest tally against any team.
Reflecting on the match, Isak acknowledged the long wait for this moment and his ongoing journey to regain peak form. "I'm aware that it has been a long time coming, and I have been trying to get back to my best form. I'm still on the way, but I am happy to get that goal," he told Sky Sports. He emphasised the importance of the team's
victory for boosting morale and noted that scoring is crucial for him as a striker.
Liverpool had endured three consecutive defeats across all competitions before this game, conceding ten goals during that period. Extending further back, they had lost nine out of twelve matches. The win moved them up to eighth place in the league standings. Isak praised his teammates' resilience, stating, "We knew it was going to be difficult to get back to winning ways after our recent form. "
Isak was substituted shortly after scoring, and Liverpool manager Arne Slot acknowledged the significance of this goal for Isak. Slot remarked on the relief felt by both players and fans after breaking their losing streak. "There's definitely a feeling of relief [on returning to winning ways], because if you have lost so many times, then winning is important," Slot said.
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Slot highlighted how Liverpool managed to limit West Ham's chances while creating opportunities themselves. He noted that avoiding an early deficit allowed them to play more confidently. "We hardly conceded a chance. We were able to create chances ourselves," Slot explained.
The manager also appreciated the dedication of fans who travelled far despite recent poor performances by the team. Looking ahead, Slot mentioned their upcoming match against Sunderland on Wednesday amidst a busy schedule for everyone involved.
This victory marks an encouraging start for Liverpool as they aim to maintain momentum and improve their standing in future fixtures.
