Alexander Isak scored his first Premier League goal for Liverpool, leading the team to a 2-0 victory against West Ham on Sunday. This marked Isak's first goal in six league appearances since transferring from Newcastle for a British record fee of £125 million ($165 million) in September.
The Sweden forward's goal came during the hour mark, assisted by Cody Gakpo, who later secured the win with a stoppage-time goal. This victory provided Liverpool with a much-needed boost, ending a streak of three consecutive defeats.
Reds manager Arne Slot expressed relief at the victory, noting the team's solid defensive performance and the ability to create chances. He emphasized the importance of winning after a difficult period, highlighting that the clean sheet was a positive sign for the players and fans.
Isak's struggle to adapt after a protracted transfer saga and injuries had raised concerns about his impact. His goal ended a 10-match drought for club and country, offering hope to Liverpool amidst a challenging season where they had lost nine of their previous 12 games.
The match also featured West Ham's Lucas Paqueta receiving a red card in the 84th minute for dissent. Liverpool's win elevated them to eighth place in the league.
In a separate match, Arsenal managed to secure a 1-1 draw against Chelsea in a London derby, despite playing against 10 men after Chelsea's Moises Caicedo was sent off. Trevoh Chalobah opened the scoring for Chelsea, but Mikel Merino equalized for Arsenal.
Arsenal remains at the top of the Premier League table, five points ahead of Manchester City. Manager Mikel Arteta commented on the intensity of the match and the challenges faced by his team due to injuries.
In another game, Manchester United achieved a comeback victory over Crystal Palace, with goals from Joshua Zirkzee and Mason Mount. Manager Ruben Amorim praised the team's use of set-piece routines, which have been instrumental in their recent performances, expressing confidence in their ability to adapt and improve.
United's win relieved some pressure on Amorim following a previous disappointing performance against Everton, while showcasing the tactical adjustments made to capitalize on opponents' fatigue late in the game.
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