Slot praised Ekitike for scoring a goal, saying "Hugo got a big chance and he scored it." He also expressed disappointment that Isak didn't score, but was forced to leave the game early due to his injury. Slot acknowledged that it's challenging to balance Isak's playing time after a three-month absence, stating that he's been brought back slowly.

Slot also addressed criticism that he may not be playing Isak often enough, saying that it's a difficult decision to make when a player returns from a long injury. He expressed hope that Isak's injury is not severe and that he'll recover soon.