Breaking: Liverpool edge Tottenham as Isak‘s debut spark ends in injury scare
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Liverpool’s latest record signing,Alexander Isak,looked set to ignite the season after coming off the bench and curling a superb finish past Tottenham’s goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario. The strike gave Arne Slot’s side the lead, but the moment quickly overshadowed by an injury that left Isak unable to continue.
Isak’s impact was amplified by a blossoming connection with Florian Wirtz, who delivered his first Premier League assist since joining the club for £116 million in the summer. With Mohamed Salah away on Africa Cup of Nations duty and Cody Gakpo sidelined, the moment offered a glimpse of Liverpool’s evolving attacking chemistry.
Moments after celebrating the goal,Isak collapsed following a challenge from Micky van de Ven,forcing him off the pitch. Slot acknowledged the worry, noting that a goal followed by an injury is rarely a good sign and that the team would have to wait to see the extent of the damage.
As the match progressed, Liverpool’s growing nervousness in the closing stages came into focus. The visitors pressed forward while coping with a defensive setback, culminating in a late scare as Tottenham’s nine men mounted a final push.
Hugo Ekitike’s late strike steadied Liverpool’s resolve and preserved a victory that keeps them unbeaten in six. Yet the night also highlighted continuing issues for Slot’s squad, with Isak and Conor Bradley both facing time on the sidelines, and Jeremie Frimpong taken off after returning from a spell out injured, followed by federico Chiesa entering the fray in stoppage time-an emergency measure that still left Liverpool exposed for a stretch with ten men on the field.
slot reflected on the closing minutes, conceding the last phase was far from ideal. He defended his substitutions as precautionary, but admitted there was room to improve as his side navigates a packed schedule and renewed expectations.
Redknapp later described the closing ten minutes as “a masterclass on how not to manage the final 10 minutes,” underscoring the fragility even in seemingly secure wins. Slot, however, insisted there was more to admire in the 80 minutes before the late drama, insisting Liverpool had shown positives amid a tense finale.
key moments table
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Match | Liverpool vs Tottenham |
| New signing impact | |
| Assist highlight | |
| Injuries | |
| Decisive goal | |
| Red cards | |
| Manager |
Evergreen takeaways
Wednesday’s clash underscored Liverpool’s growing depth as new signings begin to connect with established stars. Isak’s introduction, though marred by an injury scare, hinted at a promising partnership with Wirtz that could sharpen Liverpool’s attack once fully fit. Injuries remain a concern as the side navigates a heavy fixture list, testing the squad’s resilience and tactical adaptability.
Tottenham’s late red cards elaborate the late-stage script, but they also exposed the risks of discipline in a high-pressure contest. For Liverpool, the win reinforces momentum but keeps the club aware that stability in the final minutes must improve to withstand tougher tests ahead.
Looking ahead, Liverpool’s challenge will be balancing ambition with caution as injuries mount. The club’s leadership will be watching the recovery timelines closely while weighing squad rotation during a congested period.
Reader questions
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Disclaimer: Injury updates and match details are based on post-match reporting and official statements. For health-related guidance,consult medical professionals.
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