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Ipswich defender Issa Diop assesses team performance following loss to Liverpool

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 7, 2026, 6:42 AM

Last updated Sep 7, 2026

Ipswich defender Issa Diop assesses team performance following loss to Liverpool

Summary

Ipswich suffered a 2-0 defeat against Liverpool on Friday at Portman Road in an English Premier League match. Alexander Isak scored both goals for the visiting side within the opening 10 minutes of the contest. Despite the early deficit, Ipswich defender Issa Diop noted that the team maintained composure and worked to create scoring opportunities as the game progressed. Diop highlighted the positive reaction from the squad after conceding the second goal as a foundation for improvement. Gary O'Neil continues to manage the team as they prepare for their upcoming fixture. Ipswich travels to Selhurst Park to face Crystal Palace on Saturday to continue their league campaign.

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By the Numbers

•Alexander Isak scored two goals in the first 10 minutes for Liverpool.
•The match concluded with a 2-0 win for Liverpool at Portman Road.
•Issa Diop cited team cohesion and a positive mid-game reaction as takeaways.
•Ipswich plays Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park next Saturday.

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6:42 AMYahoo Sports — 'We stuck together' - Diop find positives in Ipswich reaction to early goals

What they're saying

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Alexander Isak scored twice early on but Gary O'Neil's side did not fold and showed fight to work their way back into the game and create chances. "It's even harder when it's again Liverpool and a top side like that," Diop told BBC Radio Suffolk.
— Yahoo Sports

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