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From Asharq Al-Awsat · () English

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  • Alexander Isak scored twice in Liverpool’s 2-0 win at Ipswich, giving the club its first victory under Andoni Iraola.
  • Virgil van Dijk backed Isak to rediscover the form that made him one of the world’s most sought-after strikers after an injury-hit first season at Liverpool.
  • Cody Gakpo supplied both assists and stayed at Liverpool despite reported interest from Manchester City.

Alexander Isak scored twice inside the opening 10 minutes as Liverpool beat Ipswich 2-0 for their first win under Andoni Iraola. The goals took his tally to three in three games and matched his Premier League total from last season.

I don't think the quality is anything that we doubt

· Virgil van DijkHis assessment of Alexander Isak after the striker’s two-goal performance.

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk said Isak’s quality had never been in doubt. Isak missed three months last season after breaking his fibula and described his first year at Liverpool as difficult, but said he had wanted to put that period behind him after focusing on the World Cup and pre-season.

Last year he had an unfortunate bad injury and it was down to him, the hard work that he put in each and every day to get back as quickly as possible.

· Virgil van DijkHis comments on Isak’s recovery from injury.

Both goals came from Cody Gakpo, who nearly left Liverpool during the final days of the transfer window amid reported interest from Manchester City. Van Dijk said the Dutch forward remained important to the team.

It was not easy, obviously. It was a long injury, a difficult season in general.

· Alexander IsakHis description of his first season at Liverpool.
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