Alexander Isak brought his sparkling Premier League form to the international stage as Sweden defeated an inexperienced Northern Ireland side 5-1 in their Stockholm friendly.
The Newcastle forward made one goal and scored another in spectacular fashion as the visitors’ five-match unbeaten run was ruthlessly brought to an end. Michael O’Neill’s side had their chances under the closed roof of the Strawberry Arena, but they were wasteful until Isaac Price scored a late consolation.
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