Alexander Isak limped off injured after scoring in Liverpool’s 2-1 win over Tottenham, with manager Arne Slot admitting his “gut feeling” suggests the news is “not good” for the Swedish striker.
Liverpool’s 2-1 victory over Tottenham at Anfield came at a potentially significant cost on Saturday, as Alexander Isak was forced off with an injury after scoring what proved to be the decisive opener.
The Swedish striker had just converted a precise finish from a Florian Wirtz assist when a robust challenge from Micky van de Ven left him requiring extended treatment on the pitch. When Isak eventually departed, he made no attempt to return—a detail that concerned manager Arne Slot.
Slot’s Ominous Assessment
Speaking to the media after the match, the Liverpool manager offered a candid evaluation of his striker’s condition: “I don’t have any news on him. But if a player scores and then gets injured and doesn’t come back on the pitch, and also doesn’t try to come back—which Conor Bradley for example did but I had to take him out as well because he couldn’t go on—but if a player doesn’t try to come back, that’s usually not a good thing.”
The Dutchman acknowledged his assessment was purely instinctive: “I cannot say anything more than that, that is just gut feeling, nothing medical.”
When pressed on whether Isak had shared his own perspective on the severity of the injury, Slot revealed the two had not yet discussed it, adding: “Let’s not be too negative yet. We don’t know yet. Let’s hope he is back with us soon but difficult to say to you now.”
Contrasting Views in the Liverpool Camp
Goalkeeper Alisson Becker offered a more optimistic outlook when speaking to Stadium Astro. “I think he will be okay,” the Brazilian stated. “Happy for him for scoring the goal but, of course, we don’t want him to be injured. Hopefully it’s just a knock, nothing too serious because he can help our team so much with his quality.”
The divergent assessments from manager and teammate reflect the uncertainty surrounding an injury that could have significant implications for Liverpool’s campaign during a crucial period of the season.
Spurs’ Disciplinary Collapse
Beyond the injury concern, the match itself was shaped by Tottenham’s remarkable disciplinary implosion. Xavi Simons received a red card in the 33rd minute for a reckless challenge on Virgil van Dijk, leaving his studs down the Dutchman’s calf.
Liverpool capitalised effectively after the interval, with Isak and Hugo Ekitike both finding the net to establish a commanding 2-0 lead. Richarlison pulled one back for the visitors in the 83rd minute, before Cristian Romero received a second red card for Spurs deep into added time—capping a miserable afternoon for the north London club.
Slot acknowledged the bittersweet nature of seeing the Isak-Wirtz connection finally click at the precise moment injury intervened: “Yes, that is what we would like to see happening a lot. Good finish, good pass, but let’s not be too negative yet.”
Liverpool’s medical staff will now conduct a thorough assessment to determine the extent of the damage and provide a clearer timeline for Isak’s potential return.
Alexander Isak limped off injured after scoring in Liverpool’s 2-1 win over Tottenham, with manager Arne Slot admitting his “gut feeling” suggests the news is “not good” for the Swedish striker.
Liverpool’s 2-1 victory over Tottenham at Anfield came at a potentially significant cost on Saturday, as Alexander Isak was forced off with an injury after scoring what proved to be the decisive opener.
The Swedish striker had just converted a precise finish from a Florian Wirtz assist when a robust challenge from Micky van de Ven left him requiring extended treatment on the pitch. When Isak eventually departed, he made no attempt to return—a detail that concerned manager Arne Slot.
Slot’s Ominous Assessment
Speaking to the media after the match, the Liverpool manager offered a candid evaluation of his striker’s condition: “I don’t have any news on him. But if a player scores and then gets injured and doesn’t come back on the pitch, and also doesn’t try to come back—which Conor Bradley for example did but I had to take him out as well because he couldn’t go on—but if a player doesn’t try to come back, that’s usually not a good thing.”
The Dutchman acknowledged his assessment was purely instinctive: “I cannot say anything more than that, that is just gut feeling, nothing medical.”
When pressed on whether Isak had shared his own perspective on the severity of the injury, Slot revealed the two had not yet discussed it, adding: “Let’s not be too negative yet. We don’t know yet. Let’s hope he is back with us soon but difficult to say to you now.”
Contrasting Views in the Liverpool Camp
Goalkeeper Alisson Becker offered a more optimistic outlook when speaking to Stadium Astro. “I think he will be okay,” the Brazilian stated. “Happy for him for scoring the goal but, of course, we don’t want him to be injured. Hopefully it’s just a knock, nothing too serious because he can help our team so much with his quality.”
The divergent assessments from manager and teammate reflect the uncertainty surrounding an injury that could have significant implications for Liverpool’s campaign during a crucial period of the season.
Spurs’ Disciplinary Collapse
Beyond the injury concern, the match itself was shaped by Tottenham’s remarkable disciplinary implosion. Xavi Simons received a red card in the 33rd minute for a reckless challenge on Virgil van Dijk, leaving his studs down the Dutchman’s calf.
Liverpool capitalised effectively after the interval, with Isak and Hugo Ekitike both finding the net to establish a commanding 2-0 lead. Richarlison pulled one back for the visitors in the 83rd minute, before Cristian Romero received a second red card for Spurs deep into added time—capping a miserable afternoon for the north London club.
Slot acknowledged the bittersweet nature of seeing the Isak-Wirtz connection finally click at the precise moment injury intervened: “Yes, that is what we would like to see happening a lot. Good finish, good pass, but let’s not be too negative yet.”
Liverpool’s medical staff will now conduct a thorough assessment to determine the extent of the damage and provide a clearer timeline for Isak’s potential return.
