Isak's Newcastle return turns toxic as Liverpool fall short

The £125m striker faced a vicious reception on his first return to St James' Park.

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What happened. Alexander Isak returned to Newcastle for the first time since his move to Liverpool and was met with a hostile reception. He struggled in the match as Newcastle won with a goal from Anthony Elanga.

• Isak was booed from the team bus and throughout the match.
• Newcastle boss Matthias Jaissle encouraged the crowd's scorn after a challenge.
• Isak's performance did little to endear him to Liverpool fans.

“Love. Hate. King. Isak.”

— Craig Hope

The result marks a winning start for new Newcastle boss Matthias Jaissle over Liverpool's Andoni Iraola.

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