What do I know? — Former super eagles star settles Haaland vs Isak

What do I know? — Former super eagles star settles Haaland vs Isak

Faruq Ibrahim 22:52 - 07.02.2025

Super Eagles legend Sunday Oliseh contributed to the debate between Erling Haaland and Alexander Isak.

Super Eagles legend Sunday Oliseh has weighed in on the ongoing debate that pits two of the top scorers in the Premier League against each other: Erling Haaland and Alexander Isak. 

The Norwegian has dominated the division since his arrival. He won the Premier League Golden Boot in the two seasons he has played so far, but risks losing the crown to either Mohamed Salah or Alexander Isak this season. 

Given Salah is a winger, the argument for best striker in the league this season has been between the two Scandinavian forwards. 

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What Oliseh said 

While the Norwegian has scored more goals, 19 to Isak's 17, the Swede has more assists and is credited for his general play. 

Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak
Erling Haaland
Alan Shearer thinks Erling Haaland could break his Premier League record (Credit: Imago)

For Oliseh, that technical quality aside goal scoring sets Isak apart, and hence, he prefers the former Real Sociedad forward to Haaland and his more rudimentary style. 

“Depends on the kind of football you want to play or club that you are,” Oliseh said. "Isak, in my opinion, is a more complete all-around striker, as he is constantly in movement on the whole width of the pitch, has exceptional first touch, is great in 1 v1’s and brings his complete team into the game and that football intelligence. Well, you got it, I overwhelmingly prefer Isak, but then, what do I know right?”

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