Liverpool records first Premier League victory with 2-0 win over Ipswich
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 4, 2026, 11:20 PM
Last updated Sep 4, 2026

Liverpool secured their first Premier League victory of the season under Andoni Iraola by defeating Ipswich Town 2-0. Alexander Isak scored both goals within the first nine minutes of the match to establish an early lead. Following the scoring burst, the team focused on controlling the pace of the game, limiting the opposition to minimal expected goals in the second half. Cody Gakpo provided the assists for both goals, while Ronald Araujo contributed defensively at right back. Alexis Mac Allister and Florian Wirtz also earned recognition for their roles in managing the midfield and maintaining possession throughout the match. The result provides the team with momentum following two consecutive draws earlier in the season.
- •Alexander Isak scored two goals in the opening nine minutes.
- •Cody Gakpo assisted both goals for Liverpool.
- •Ronald Araujo won all six of his aerial duels during the match.
- •The victory follows back-to-back 2-2 draws for the club.
- •Florian Wirtz recorded a match-high three dribbles.
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