Strikers United: Alan Shearer meets Alexander Isak | The Big Interview | BBC Sport | BBC Sport

Alan Shearer meets Newcastle United centre-forward Alexander Isak to discuss his roots in Eritrea, growing up in Sweden, his goalscoring form for the Magpies, and how he wants to be "good at everything" as a centre forward.
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[@LUFC123]

What a lovely guy he is. Respectful, polite and a lethal centre forward

[@maroso7422]

🙌

[@Do27gg]

So is isaak

[@TheMarmara2023]

Biggest Willy in the prem also.

[@Geordie_Delight]

Speaking from personal experience? ​@@TheMarmara2023

[@andemariam1763]

We are proud of you as Eritrean. You reflect the real Eritrean character. Thank you Isak,💪💯👌❤️

[@daved5683]

Don’t forget Sweden raised him too.

[@tcoolwithcaps]

How is it like being from a prison?

[@Alexanderiska14]

@@daved5683😂😂❤

[@maxgedeminas2904]

african copium. he swedish now

[@Ze_Moose]

Aliens are also proud of him. His skills are out of this world

[@cvsipwis1]

Isak very humble🇪🇷🇸🇪

[@PetterJohansson-p7l]

Only the swedish flag🇸🇪

[@beerguy177]

past legend meets a future icon awesome

[@Steve_D1974]

You can see the amount of respect that Al has for Isak

[@574882]

My brain is so internet fried I read Al as Artificial Intelligence

[@jualinachomoza]

As an East African I respect this guy a lot. All the best Isak 👑

[@jossytm6814]

We all love Isak 🫡

[@andrewford119]

Can you imagine them two in the same team??? Wowsa!!!!

[@Ze_Moose]

Would be illegal

[@colindavid2078]

Would have been great, both in their prime! Similar if Shearer and Henry were up front together!

[@jasonwillaims9691]

🔥🔥

[@ErIHageri]

YES ,ALEX THAT'S REAL ERITREAN CULTURE WHAT WE SEE IN YOU BLESS YOUR PARENTS THANK GOD🇪🇷💯🇪🇷💯🇪🇷💯🇪🇷💯

[@TrevorFeatherweathers]

Seems like the most Humble guy in the premier league and what a player

[@CccKkkk-f4j]

He unlikable as fuck. You ok?

[@dreamchasers3483]

Norm for Eritreans , met a few and it’s the same.

[@Avorika]

Nah, Haaland is the most humble

[@Sam-mr2sy]

​@@dreamchasers3483💯it's in his eritrean dna

[@Craftyboy89]

@@dreamchasers3483 Very true, had one in my class when I went to school. He was honestly the nicest man I've ever met.

[@fernandesloyal]

I was a chauffeur for Alan once . What a guy he is . Great person and great player . He took time to click pic with everyone at the charity golf event .

[@Gsmiler]

I used to bump in to him quite often in restaurants in Gosforth and clubs down the Quayside, I have the complete opposite opinion of him to you......

[@chrisbanks5925]

Two great strikers . . . one already a legend and the other on his way.

[@rakebhenok7438]

I am Chelsea fun from Ethiopia but I love Isak long live Newcastle legend

[@yonibarcawichelsawi2991]

We eritreans are proud of you Isak our pride🇪🇷🇪🇷❤️❤️

[@wezrichards8700]

What a player and what a top fella 🤘 We are lucky to have him 🇸🇪⚫️⚪️

[@DrDre999]

Chelsea fan here but this guy might be one of my favourite players to watch in the league. That assist v Everton last season 🤤 and what a sound lad as well

[@Sideeone]

I'm proud of you 👏 Eritrea 🇪🇷 ❤️

[@abelcherent5477]

Alexander Isak great 👍🏿 player much love to my Eritrean 🇪🇷 people ❤ from Amhara 💚💛❤️

[@lilsuedi605]

only blood, swedish born and raised

[@lilsuedi605]

@@mwanjekavuma6594 you are definetly more of a weirdo, being fixated with someones blood

[@aditeachinz7947]

@lilsuedi605yall be sounding so damn stupid you can’t change someone’s roots you fool

[@shanksalts]

@@mwanjekavuma6594 he refers to himself as swedish

[@NubiansNapata]

​@lilsuedi605blood is stronger than any passport

[@AlemTesfai]

Proud of you, Alex and I'm not just talking about your football skills. I truly admire the way you carry yourself; you’re a great role model for Eritrean kids. We all know how hard it can be, so I’d also like to thank your family for doing such a wonderful job. We’re lucky to have you as part of our Eritrean community! Alan was one of my favourite players, great interview!

[@Mistabobble]

Very level headed and down to earth 👏🏼👏🏼

[@sennait3370]

God bless you and your family 🙏🏼❤more and more, stay strong and healthy 🙏🏼🌹❤️🇪🇷

[@Nicklessization]

The Eritrean in him is very visible. Humble and friendly but tough when need be. Family and discipline is very important for us. Hard work and respect to others is mandatory to fit in society. That's why we don't have crime here. We are very proud of him. 🇪🇷

[@shanksalts]

he refers to himself as swedish

[@NubiansNapata]

I'm Sudanese nubian, love to our Eritrean brothers. I wish he played for arsenal

[@shida2004]

​@@NubiansNapataThanks neighborhood. We love you Sundance too.

[@freakyalien5449]

@@shanksalts I’m Swedish. Pretty sure Alex refers to himself as Swedish 🇸🇪 Eritrean. 🇪🇷 Both countries can be proud of him. (And Newcastle FC can be proud of him too) 😊

[@brinjoness3386]

You don't have elections either.

[@andemariam1763]

Eritreans are proud of you. 🇪🇷🇪🇷🇪🇷

[@howells192]

Quality player, I hope Newcastle keep doing well so they can keep hold of him

[@yadel-karneshim]

we are proud of you alexo❤🇪🇷

[@SinaYohannes-m5p]

Brilliant interview! Proud of you Alexander Isak.

[@abhabesh]

Thank you for role model you are for the kids! fun to watch you play we love you for USA 🇺🇸 Thank you for the interview 🇪🇷 ❤ 🇸🇪

[@solomonhaile4502]

Though he is Swedish, he remains great role model for his Eritrean people.

[@nahyanyousuf7815]

City fan but love this guy so much hope he becomes a Newcastle legend

[@brinjoness3386]

Arsenal legend

[@Lualua25able]

@@brinjoness3386Keep dreaming.

[@BillyB-1996]

He will leave Newcastle

[@craig833]

Maybe but it won’t be arsenal… Madrid or a team that doesn’t bottle every single competition, like Arsenal does every season.

[@nahyanyousuf7815]

@@brinjoness3386 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 arsenals a downgrade

[@House0fHoot]

Love wor Alex, the Swedish Eritrean Geordie 🥰🖤🤍

[@Phil-x5y-m4m]

As Eritrean and football fan am really proud of Alex, his work ethic, strength, talent and humbleness, it really reflects Eritrean character. Keep up the good work, May God bless you and yr family.

[@eriangelino7800]

Yea! Eritreans are known for resilience, hard work, modesty, veracity, bravery and community-ness and family. Excellent job for raising a great person, Mr. Isak.

[@Nonamen-ss6lx]

he is raised by sweden not eritrea.

[@lastviking6981]

They are also known for being One of the most corrupt and poorest nations in the world. Nobody wants to live there, not even eritreans. But keep hyping yourself up bro 😂

[@ahah-lt7bl]

He is eritrean, and he is born from eritrean parent

[@eriangelino7800]

@@Nonamen-ss6lx Family is the foundation of any person. You get your character and your personality from your parents. Parents play a significant role. This does not mean to minimize the role Sweden has in this young man’s personhood.

[@lastviking6981]

@@eriangelino7800 shut up man, his parents ran from the country because its shit

[@Beedewoldemariam]

many thanks for BBC Sport and our Legend Allan, for this wonderful discussion!

[@chrishalliday2456]

Love isak what a player he is!

[@marer231]

Älskar fotboll och är så glad att du finns Isak! Och det kommer från en old school hammarbyare ...Du är king!

[@Jay_R90uk]

“took your time” The OG letting young pup know who’s the daddy around here 😂

[@majackslelo827]

💯😁

[@CE77777]

…..

[@Callum19900901]

arrogant, if you ask me

[@rashidkhalid3970]

Newcastle trying everything to tie the kid down to a long contract they know what they doing but will win nothing

[@BelfastManUtdTherapy]

Old school was the best days. Like normal people at work, you cant turn up late if you feel like it. Always loved Shearer, was gutted when he signed for Newcastle 1996. Was on holiday, 14 years of age and my dad said to look at that. Shearer holding up a bloody Newcastle Shirt and Scarf. Legend.

[@wedierey4454]

Alexander Isak you are the best❤🇪🇷🇸🇪

[@ቤቴልሄምራሄል]

Respect to the family who brought him up with full of humbleness Thank you Alan

[@cuzz2777]

Family is everything in Eritrea 🇪🇷

[@rahelberhane3585]

We really apreciate your Eri characters and hambleness so proud of you❤️🇪🇷🙏🇪🇷❤️

[@DawitSolomon-s1m]

Always proud of you Isak!!! You are a model for the young talented players all over the globe.

[@tanky3021]

Special talent. He has a great future

[@RuthlessMetalYT]

talent? he has been playing professional football for 10 years already. ;)

[@daniErihumble100]

Am Eritrean, because of Alan Shirer i used to be fan of Newcastle and now Issak has come to refresh ma mind.

[@Asmi-u1l]

Alan thank you very much for encouraging my little brother.....it kind of felt like pay back......for the past 20 years we enjoyed premier league with no one that can make you feel inclusive in terms of a player. Thank you for being a player that you were too🙏❤️🙏

[@dehabamine2322]

What a lovely interview. Shearer is very good interviewer. Good questions 👍💪

[@Kings-Favorite-Pet]

He is an amazing Swedish player. Im rly looking forward to the games in mars with isak and victor at the top for Sweden.

[@yonibarcawichelsawi2991]

Keep going our pride🇪🇷🇪🇷❤️❤️

[@AwetAsfha]

Our Pride Isak Alexander keep shining and reflecting Eritrean values ❤ 🇪🇷 ❤

[@jamesblakeley-iz9hh]

1 of the best talking with the current best

[@rebeccaml4839]

Brilliant interview with a lot of friendly atmosphere between them and Alex the great 👍🇪🇷❤️ Well done 👏 thanks Alan the legend 🙏

[@tommytraddles]

You guys have some amazing characters at Newcastle. Bruno, Gordon, Howe, Isak. Really wanting you to win that cup!

[@tordkarl]

And Tonali!

[@tommytraddles]

​@@tordkarlGreat player, fantastic to see him in action after a long wait!

[@stevendunn5430]

Eritrea, Legend! #1🇪🇷 ⚽️⚽️⚽️

[@amichemedianetwork7324]

What a lovely interview.Shearer is very good interviewer. with full of humbleness & Respectful.Alexander the great 👍🏿.

[@FPL_worm]

Legend meeting a future legend 😎

[@yonasyohannes2957]

🌹🇪🇷 Alexander Isak is very humble and lovely 🇸🇪🌹

[@Erilebna]

For Alexu family thank you very much they gave us this humble and disciplined guy, thank you again🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹

[@Afrojoeful]

Shearer is such a gentleman, so so humble, respectable legend great interview

[@majackslelo827]

Respect!🫡🫡

[@viscaelbarca7796]

Isak 🇪🇷 is proud of u ❤

[@wararkasomalia]

Alan Shearer and isak east Africa is proud of you son

[@RuddyAnnis-ko2sz]

A legend meeting a legend. Number 9 the world awaits!

[@ephremgebrehiwot485]

Legend Alen looks very pleased with the performance of Isak. Isak is on good condition hopefully that continue. He is a nice guy and focused on the game only. time. I believe Short interview by professionals will be enough. Media is good after fully achieved your goals.

[@nzironman]

WOW. What a great young man, and what a great interview.

[@freweiniaraya7374]

We love you Alexander Isak♥♥♥

[@TarikuWoldemichael-h8e]

Isak we are very proud of you. Thanks Allan for this wonderful. Discussion.

[@MikeKahsai]

Amazing, impeccable and versatile soccer player! The sky is limit Issac and proud of you as all Eritrean fellas! Get’em Issac, you are one-of-kind soccer player!

[@AllyBeee1]

Love him, love you too Al obviously. Bloody hope he stays a lot longer, an honour and a joy to watch! Alan you watch a lot of live football, do you ever recommend players to Newcastle? if not can you start doing so now!!😂

[@fozbeatz1985]

The kind of player that will always get better and become an icon if we can keep him. 😊

[@colindavid2078]

The way Newcastle playing the last few games, not likely! Thinnest "richest" squad I have ever seen!

[@biniamasghedom7491]

Very nice interview I loved Aleksander isak ❤ I am biniam Asghedom from washington Seattle

[@misginamosi4100]

King Isak ❤ love from Asmara to New castle

[@reallysarcastic7056]

Make the lad stay for many many years, Alan the Legend!

[@crow1989]

This was a fantastic interview!

[@jasonwillaims9691]

👑👑Two G.O.A.T’s 🔥🔥

[@juliafrederickvn5517]

So humble and composed. Newcastle should hold him as long as possible. This guy likes challenges.

[@DELUSIONALDANNYG2]

I just love him! - can see him becoming a Geordie hero!👏🏼🖤🤍

[@synthesizerpatel7405]

A Newcastle United icon. Alan Shearer’s not bad either 😉

[@GeordieDreadTV]

Humble ✅️👊🏿

[@HelenWeldeslase]

Alexander Isac is very humble and confident in his ability and therefore as Eritreas are very proud of him 💪🇪🇷💐🙏I am also like Alan🙏❤️🇪🇷🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@sonkansvson693]

The man the myth the legend, Isak

[@MulueFtwi-r4j]

I from eritrea Isack his my brother good luck❤

[@binijapi8724]

we proud of you and represent our lovely Country Eritreans 🇪🇷

[@Labtiger69]

What an absolute lad. My prototypical perfect striker if I could make one in the lab. Mindset and attitude makes him even more awesome 💫

[@rahelberhane3585]

Alexander the great Eri man Keep on shinning❤️🇪🇷❤️

[@vatoloco1653]

Liverpool supporter here. Just wanted to share that if Liverpool didn’t exist I would support Newcastle as they’re my favourite team after Liverpool in England. And I love Isak and wish we would sign him

[@tomstar1800]

Front three of gakpo isak and salah would be unstoppable

[@Ghiro...]

Very professional and well spoken. I see two legends in this interview. 🦁🇪🇷🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🇸🇪

[@dahlakdahlak8740]

Well done you Dear Great Alan for bringing/ interviewed Issak Aleksandr ይስሓቕ አለክሳንደር። Well done you Esaq we proud of you for all the manners and respect It is not surprise as an Eritrean for Issak for this kind of behaviour Great family manner . ከቢርካ ኮሪዕካ አኹሪዕካና ክብርን ሞጎስን ንስራቤትካ ኸአ ።

[@gmekonnen397]

Eritrea has many talented people in Sports and Arts. The mission in Eritrea is Nothing is impossible

[@lastviking6981]

Nothing is impossible for Eritreans except living in Eritrea 😂

[@wadisanaa]

Shearer , always a class act

[@AwetAmanuel-to2qe]

My brother 🇪🇷🇪🇷🇪🇷🇪🇷🇪🇷🇪🇷

[@Elias-fk5nh]

🇪🇷 there's great sports potential in Eritrea; cycling, football, athletics 🎉🎉🎉

[@kurthallimond8916]

Shearer looks buzzing to be meeting his idol 😂

[@yassinusuf8228]

😂😂

[@Blaydoner]

Aye he was buzzing like, definitely could see himself in Isak. Wish it was like an hour long man, would've been bliss.

[@eskandergebregzabher3264]

I’m proud of you my brother 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾🇪🇷🇸🇪

[@fisshG]

Solid Eritrean 🇪🇷 🇪🇷 🇪🇷 🇪🇷 🇪🇷 🇪🇷 🇪🇷🇪🇷 🇪🇷 character. Thank you Alex God bless you. And we love you loads. You are unique and mathematically genius striker.

[@snnetwork8420]

Alan Shearer is a legend! He and Newcastle united was my favorite pick when playing football manager 00/01. 😊👌

[@snnetwork8420]

But seems Isak has Newcastle united at a better spot right now. 🤔 With love from Sweden! 😁

[@Александр_Баранов]

I played for Newcastle from CM 93-94

[@snnetwork8420]

@@Александр_Баранов I prefered 97/98 the golden years. 👍👍😁😁

[@snnetwork8420]

@@Александр_Баранов any games after 01/02 were no good!

[@Александр_Баранов]

@@snnetwork8420 I have 2936 hours in FM 2018 🙂

[@hassnao6231]

Polite humble and confident Good luck and stay healthy

[@TFBk-gq5sx]

Thank you sherere.. One of the iconic player interview us.. Because He is Eritreans..

[@amohammed4407]

I hope he stays in the league for many years. What a guy and talented player!

[@tawAAkul]

Seems like a top guy. Good character. Really grounded.

[@MS-sy8ls]

Gimmie Gimmie Gimmie a striker from Sweden 🇸🇪 ⚽️

[@Erilebna]

Alexu we 🇪🇷 proud of you and thanks to your family and Eritrean community. We 💕 you🌹🌹🌹🌹