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Alexander Isak explains key to lethal Liverpool finish and what left him ‘screaming’ from the bench

Reaction from match-winner Alexander Isak after his goal secured a hard-fought 2-1 triumph for Liverpool at Brentford on Saturday

Published: Sunday, 18 October 2026 at 10:00 AM
Alexander Isak explains key to lethal Liverpool finish and what left him ‘screaming’ from the bench
Key Things to Know
  • Alexander Isak detailed his winning goal and admitted to screaming from the bench for game management.
  • Liverpool defeated Brentford 2-1 after coming back from a goal down at the Gtech Community Stadium.
  • Brentford had two players sent off during the match, Yehor Yarmoliuk and Vitaly Janelt.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Alexander Isak discussed his winning goal and revealed he was screaming from the bench for Liverpool to manage the game. Liverpool secured a 2-1 comeback victory over Brentford at the Gtech Community Stadium, recovering from an early Keane Lewis-Potter goal. Victor Munoz leveled the score before Isak converted Bradley Barcola's knock-down in the 70th minute to net his fifth goal of the season.

Brentford were reduced to nine men following red cards for Yehor Yarmoliuk and Vitaly Janelt. Isak explained that concentration was crucial against a deep defense, admitting substitute players were urging the team to retain possession safely in the closing stages.

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