Alexander Isak scores for Liverpool in 2-2 draw with Nottingham Forest
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 4:00 PM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026
Alexander Isak netted his first goal of the season during Liverpool’s 2-2 draw against Nottingham Forest at Anfield. Despite scoring, Isak struggled with limited involvement, recording only six touches and one accurate pass in the first half. Manager Andoni Iraola, who has drawn his opening two games, now faces challenges in integrating Isak effectively into the team’s play. The match emphasized Liverpool's ongoing possession issues, having controlled 60% to 70% in their first two games without securing a lead in either.
- •Isak scored Liverpool's equalizer shortly after halftime.
- •Liverpool has drawn both of their opening matches this season.
- •Andoni Iraola has yet to find the right tactical fit for Isak.
- •Liverpool opponents have focused on low-block defenses.
- •Iraola's team held significant possession percentages against both opponents.
- 4:00 PMYahoo Sports — 'That trust isn't there' - how does Iraola get best out of Isak?
- 3:49 PMBBC Sport — 'That trust isn't there' - how does Iraola get best out of Isak?
"Alexander Isak scored his first goal of the season in the 2-2 draw against Nottingham Forest - but how do Liverpool get the best out of him?
"Alexander Isak scored his first goal of the season in the 2-2 draw against Nottingham Forest - but how do Liverpool get the best out of him?
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 29, 2026, 4:00 PM'That trust isn't there' - how does Iraola get best out of Isak?
Alexander Isak scored his first goal of the season in the 2-2 draw against Nottingham Forest - but how do Liverpool get the best out of him?
- BBC SportAug 29, 2026, 3:49 PM'That trust isn't there' - how does Iraola get best out of Isak?
Alexander Isak scored his first goal of the season in the 2-2 draw against Nottingham Forest - but how do Liverpool get the best out of him?
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