Disgraceful from Alexander Isak in classless Liverpool interview – Wor Flags hit back
There will undoubtedly come a point in the near future when conversations about Alexander Isak begin to fade. However, at this moment, it is virtually impossible to ignore the sheer lack of gratitude and class the Swedish striker has displayed during his exit from Newcastle United.
Since completing his record-breaking move to Liverpool, Isak has done nothing but underline the disrespect many supporters feel. Across his first official interview as a Liverpool player, through carefully staged social media posts, and even within his polished introductory statement on the club’s website, the 25-year-old did not once acknowledge the Newcastle fans who elevated him to hero status. Not a single word of thanks. Not a moment of appreciation. Not even the smallest nod towards the people who sang his name every week and carried him with unconditional support.
This omission isn’t new, either. Just last month, when it became increasingly clear he was forcing an exit, supporters were once again left ignored. Instead of offering any kind of apology or clarity, Isak chose silence. That silence has now grown into something far more pointed—an outright refusal to show respect.
The betrayal stings because of the level of devotion he received during his time on Tyneside. Fans didn’t just cheer him on from the terraces. They spent hours preparing elaborate flag displays through Wor Flags, invested both their money and emotions, and treated him like the talisman they believed would lead Newcastle into a bright new era. For him to completely blank the very people who gave him legendary status is, quite frankly, disgraceful.
Unsurprisingly, Wor Flags themselves have spoken out in frustration. The supporter group, responsible for some of the most breathtaking tributes to Isak in recent seasons, responded with a short but scathing post, paired with images of their past displays dedicated to him. Their words pulled no punches:
> “You were idolised and adored by every generation of our brilliant fan base, legendary status.
You have shown your true colours and thrown it right back in the face of those same supporters.
Good riddance.
Eddie Howe’s Black and White Army 🏴🏳️🏴🏳️”
The bluntness of that message captures the mood across the Newcastle fanbase. It isn’t simply disappointment at losing a talented striker. It is the sense of betrayal—the belief that Isak could not even muster the decency to thank those who adored him. His behaviour over the past few months, from the sulking towards the end of last season to the relentless push for a move this summer, has left a sour taste. His refusal to acknowledge the fans now feels like the final confirmation of what many feared: that his bond with the club was never genuine.
Contrast that with the way Isak has spoken since joining Liverpool, and the bitterness only deepens. In his unveiling, he spoke with energy and excitement, showering his new club with glowing praise:
> “I feel amazing. It’s been a long journey to get here. But I’m super-happy to be a part of this team, this club and everything it stands for.
It’s something I’m proud of and I’m really looking forward to it. I’m just happy it’s done and that I can get back to work. I’m looking forward to seeing my teammates and the fans, and getting back out there.”
He went further, setting lofty ambitions for his time at Anfield:
> “I think I have a lot to give, I think I have a lot to improve. I’m a striker but I always want to give as much as possible to the team, mainly goals but much more than that as well.
I want to win everything. Yeah, [as simple as that].”
There is no doubting his talent, nor the fact that Liverpool have secured a player of elite ability. But to the Geordie faithful, these words will feel hollow—because they were never offered to them. Newcastle gave Alexander Isak their hearts, their voices, and their unwavering loyalty. In return, all they’ve been handed is indifference.
And so, perhaps Wor Flags summed it up best: good riddance.