Alexander Isak eligible to represent Sweden in 2026 World Cup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 11:06 PM
Last updated Jun 14, 2026
Sweden aims for a successful run at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, featuring Alexander Isak, a striker for Liverpool, who has a compelling personal story. Isak was born in Stockholm to Eritrean parents who fled to Sweden during the 1990s wars in Eritrea. He began his football journey at AIK and has been a consistent presence in the Swedish national team, scoring 17 goals in 58 appearances. His significance to the team could play a vital role in Sweden's performance during the tournament in North America.
- •Isak has always represented Sweden at various levels.
- •He is the youngest-ever goal scorer for the Swedish national team.
- •Isak's club history includes AIK, Borussia Dortmund, Newcastle United, and Liverpool.
- •Sweden is back at the World Cup, hoping for a strong performance.
- 11:06 PMYahoo Sports — How Alexander Isak is eligible to play for Sweden in World Cup
"Isak is a top striker, formerly of Newcastle and now for Liverpool.
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