Alexander Isak
Professional footballer for Real Sociedad
Born
September 21st, 1999
26 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Sweden
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A professional footballer with Eritrean-Swedish heritage, played as a forward. Started his career at AIK in Sweden, where impressive performances attracted attention from European clubs. Transferred to Borussia Dortmund in 2017, making appearances in the Bundesliga. Continued development in the Dutch league with Vitesse on loan. In 2019, joined Real Sociedad in La Liga, where significant contributions included key goals and assists that aided the team's competitive positioning in the league. Represented Sweden at various youth levels before transitioning to the senior national team, participating in UEFA Euro tournaments.
Played for Real Sociedad in La Liga
Featured in the UEFA European Championship
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