Match ReportDaily Mail FootballUnverified source· 9 Aug 2026
Isak shows life in Liverpool defeat
Alexander Isak finally showed his quality with a stunning goal in Liverpool's pre-season loss.
A. Isak
player
Competition
Pre-season friendly
Score
Liverpool 2-3 Monaco
Scorer
Isak for Liverpool
Venue
Not specified
What happened. Alexander Isak scored his first goal of pre-season in Liverpool's 3-2 defeat to Monaco, showing signs of his old form after a difficult first season.
- Isak scored from 18 yards after a slick one-touch move.
- Cody Gakpo impressed despite transfer links to Spurs.
- Lewis Koumas started ahead of Rio Ngumoha on the right.
Isak will hope this performance marks a turning point after scoring just four goals last season.
Read the full story at Daily Mail Football →
Liverpool
MonacoMore to read
Sky Sports
Liverpool throw away another 2-0 lead as Iraola loses first Anfield game
Mirror Football
Liverpool show familiar concern as three players shine in Monaco defeat - 5 talking points
This Is Anfield
Liverpool 2-3 Monaco: Positive signs but Iraola loses on Anfield bow
Sky Sports
Liverpool vs Monaco team news LIVE!
This Is Anfield
Liverpool vs. Monaco live updates – latest score, lineups and analysis
Daily Mail Football
Arsenal vs Borussia Dortmund and Liverpool vs Monaco - pre-season friendlies LIVE: Gunners return to the Emirates plus updates from Andoni Iraola's Anfield bow