Liverpool secured their first Premier League victory under new head coach Andoni Iraola with a 2-0 win over Ipswich Town at Portman Road on Friday, September 4, 2026. (skysports.com)
The match was decided early, as Alexander Isak scored twice within the first nine minutes. His first goal came in the 6th minute, followed by another in the 9th minute, both assisted by Cody Gakpo. (soccerzz.com)
This win marks a significant milestone for Iraola, who had started his tenure with two consecutive draws. The victory also highlights Isak's continued success against Ipswich, having previously scored a hat-trick at Portman Road with Newcastle in December 2024. (tntsports.co.uk)
Defensively, Liverpool showed improvement by keeping a clean sheet, with new signing Ronald Araujo making his debut and contributing to the solid backline. (elpais.com)
Ipswich Town, despite their recent investments exceeding €200 million in new players, struggled to break through Liverpool's defense. They managed 14 shots, with five on target, but couldn't find the net. (soccerzz.com)
This result moves Liverpool to five points from their opening three league matches, while Ipswich remains on three points. (blog.ke.sportpesa.com)
Looking ahead, Liverpool will face Atlético Madrid in the Champions League on Wednesday, aiming to build on this momentum. (elpais.com)