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Alexander Isak shines in World Cup debut for Sweden against Tunisia

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 10:20 AM

Last updated Jun 15, 2026

Alexander Isak shines in World Cup debut for Sweden against Tunisia

Summary

Alexander Isak had a standout World Cup debut for Sweden, scoring and assisting in a 5-1 victory over Tunisia. The Liverpool striker, who struggled during his first season with the club, recorded involvement in four goals, earning 'man of the match' honors. This performance marks a resurgence for Isak, who aims to prove himself following injury issues and harsh criticism. Sweden now looks to build on this success as they progress through the tournament.

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•Isak scored once and provided three assists in the match.
•Sweden defeated Tunisia 5-1 in their World Cup opener.
•Isak's prior season at Liverpool was impacted by injuries.
•Swedish media praised Isak's performance as a comeback.
•Sweden seeks to maintain momentum in the tournament.

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10:20 AMYahoo Sports — National media: Liverpool star ‘introduced himself again’ in ‘man of the match’ World Cup display

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After a difficult first season at Liverpool, Alexander Isak will remember his World Cup debut for Sweden with the utmost fondness.The Reds’ number 9 came into the tournament off the back of an injur...
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