Liverpool make fast start as Alexander Isak punishes Ipswich

Alexander Isak scored twice as Liverpool began their Premier League 2026-27 campaign with a convincing victory away to Ipswich.

Liverpool took control almost immediately, opening the scoring in the sixth minute. Cody Gakpo supplied the assist, allowing Isak to finish the move and put the visitors ahead before Ipswich had been able to settle into the match.

The hosts were unable to recover from that early setback. Only a few minutes later, Liverpool doubled their advantage, with Isak finding the net again. Gakpo once more provided the final pass, giving the Sweden international two goals from two opportunities created by the same team-mate.

The second goal gave Liverpool a strong platform and left Ipswich facing a significant challenge at home. Arne Slot’s side had established a two-goal lead in the opening stages and had quickly turned their attacking intent into a decisive advantage.

Liverpool had chances to make the result more emphatic, but they did not add to their total. Ipswich avoided conceding a third goal, while the visitors were content to protect their lead after their explosive start. The score remained unchanged for the rest of the match.

Isak’s double was the defining feature of a result that gave Liverpool their first win of the new Premier League season. His two finishes, together with Gakpo’s pair of assists, settled the contest before the match had developed into an even contest.

Liverpool now have five points in the new campaign. Ipswich have three points.