Newcastle United's Alexander Isak wins Premier League December Player of the month

Alexander Isak's stellar form in December earned him the Premier League Player of the Month award, with eight goals in six matches. His performances have revitalised Newcastle United's attack, positioning the club as a serious contender for top-four spot.

In Short

• Alexander Isak scored in seven consecutive Premier League appearances
• He netted a hat-trick in Newcastle's win against Ipswich Town
• Isak reached 50 goals for Newcastle in just 89 matches

Newcastle United’s Swedish sensation Alexander Isak claimed the Premier League Player of the Month award for December after a spectacular run of form. His remarkable contribution, including scoring 8 goals and assisting twice, made him a standout performer in a crucial phase for his team.

Isak’s goal-scoring spree saw him net in all six league appearances, propelling Newcastle to four wins, a draw, and a single defeat. His impressive performances helped strengthen Newcastle’s bid for a top-four finish in the Premier League table. Among his key highlights was a stunning hat-trick against Ipswich Town and vital goals against formidable opponents such as Liverpool, Manchester United, and Aston Villa.

One of Isak’s standout moments came during a dramatic 3-3 draw against league leaders Liverpool, with his goal earning a nomination for December's Guinness Goal of the Month award. His consistent brilliance placed him amongst the top Swedish footballers to win the monthly accolade, joining the ranks of Freddie Ljungberg, Johan Elmander, and Zlatan Ibrahimovic. He also became the first Newcastle player since Miguel Almiron in October 2022 to receive the honour.

Voted for by fans and a panel of football experts, Isak emerged victorious over fierce competition, including Liverpool's Mohamed Salah, whose performances in December were also noteworthy. The 25-year-old's efforts saw him achieve a rare milestone—scoring in seven consecutive Premier League matches. If Isak finds the net in Newcastle's upcoming game against Wolverhampton Wanderers, he will join an elite group of players to score in eight straight league fixtures, inching closer to Jamie Vardy's record.

Isak's prolific form extended beyond league matches, with a decisive goal in Newcastle's EFL Cup semi-final first-leg victory over Arsenal. This achievement marked his 50th goal for Newcastle in just 89 matches, making him the third-fastest to reach the milestone in the club’s Premier League history, trailing only Andrew Cole and Les Ferdinand.

Isak’s December heroics have solidified his status as one of Newcastle's key players, continuing to captivate fans and fuel the team’s aspirations for silverware and a top-tier league finish.