Reflecting on tonight's match, it was a very professional all-round performance, and Isaac scored two goals.

Yes, absolutely, I'm very pleased with this win, and we needed it. At the same time, I'm also satisfied with the team's performance. I thought, especially in the first half, we showed very good team strength, put a lot of pressure on our opponents, and we started very strong. I think we learned from the early goals conceded in the two previous matches; we didn't want that to happen again today, so we played very solidly in the first half. In the second half, we adopted a different approach; we controlled the game, defended well, but perhaps our attacking threat was slightly reduced. But overall, it's a match we can be grateful for.

Clearly, all our forwards contributed significantly... but Isaac will undoubtedly be the headline. Is he the type of player Liverpool wanted to sign 12 months ago?

Yes, for Isaac, as long as he stays healthy, available, and in good condition, I'm confident he can deliver impressive numbers. My demands for Isaac aren't just limited to goals. It will also include other aspects; I'll have other requirements for him to help us play better overall. And if we play well and win, goals will come naturally. I think he needs to contribute to the collective. When everyone contributes, I think goals and good results will follow naturally.

Gakpo also played a big role tonight, providing two assists and showing a very comprehensive individual performance. It's been quite a demanding week for him, hasn't it? But his focus remains very clear.

Yes, I've never doubted Gakpo. He's performed very, very well throughout preseason and started the season well, getting his numbers. Even after providing two assists today, he's still playing in the No. 9 position, helping us win the match. I think having Gakpo is a blessing because, like other players in our squad, he can play across all three positions in the front line. Having him in this condition at the start of the season is very valuable for the team.

And his attitude. You know, not all players respond positively; does this show his professional mindset...?

I think Gakpo knows very well how much we value him, there's no doubt about that. I appreciate him greatly. Of course, I also have demands of him. He faces very stiff competition for playing time because we have very good depth in these positions, and this also requires everyone to push each other, whether it's with Barcola, Rio Ngumoha, or Victor Muñoz. Sometimes they'll be starters, sometimes they'll come off the bench, sometimes they might not play at all, but I think this competition is very healthy for the entire team.

What are your first impressions of Barcola?

Bradley hasn't played a single minute since the World Cup. So we have to be very careful. I can see his training is good, and he's in decent condition. I think he helped us today. Perhaps on a few occasions we couldn't find him when he was in a one-on-one position, but we're not yet that familiar with his movement. Beyond that, he has a very good counter-attacking presence, delivering a beautiful cut-in pass, and I think Gakpo finished it—even though it didn't go in, he's a threat every time he gets the ball. When he carries it forward, you can really feel that threat. I'm also pleased he played 30 minutes; that's very good for his physical recovery and conditioning, and we'll continue this process. Because upcoming matches come thick and fast, he'll have more opportunities to play.

Fans need to be patient with him, don't they? After all, he hasn't played in a long time.

I think that's natural; he didn't participate in any preseason. I think he's in good condition right now. I don't think he needs a special recovery plan, but we have to be aware that he hasn't played in a long time, and the intensity and demands of a match are completely different from training, so we have to account for that.

Andoni, after the first two Premier League matches, just two points. Is there a sense of relief after getting your first win tonight?

Undoubtedly, we cannot afford to drop points again. Clearly, we really needed this win today. Because I don't think two points objectively reflects our actual performance in the first two matches, but that's what the points say. So today we absolutely could not afford to drop points again, and I'm pleased because I think we controlled the game quite well today.

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