Alexis Mac Allister handed brutal ratings as Argentina media points finger at Liverpool star
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Liverpool FC NewsFeaturesAlexis Mac AllisterAlexis Mac Allister and Argentina were handed an almighty scare by Cape Verde at the World Cup, with the Liverpool midfielder receiving criticism back at home in South AmericaAlexis Mac Allister and Argentina were handed a huge scare by Cape Verde at the World Cup(Image: Getty Images)Alexis Mac Allister has received some harsh criticism back home in Argentina after his latest performance at the World Cup.The Liverpool midfielder once again started for the defending world champions as they came up against tournament underdogs Cape Verde, and were given an almighty scare before eventually booking their place in the last-16.Argentina needed extra-time, with Cape Verde twice coming from behind as the smallest nation left in the competition almost forced a penalty shootout. A Diney Borges own goal eventually spared the South American side’s blushes in the 111th minute, although the media back home was far from impressed with Mac Allister and his teammates.The 27-year-old’s performance has been thoroughly scrutinized, with Ole awarding him a measly four out of 10 - it’s joint-lowest rating along with Nahuel Molina, Rodrigo De Paul, Enzo Fernandez and Thiago Almada.“He [Mac Allister] shared midfield duties with Enzo, who was positioned a few steps deeper as the "number 5" — slightly to the right of center,” Ole summarized.“Generally, the ball went through him as the first point of contact in the midfield.
He played with more freedom once [Leandro] Paredes came on; he looked more comfortable and was more involved near the opposing penalty area.”Argentina needed extra-time in order to see off Cape Verde(Image: Getty Images)La Nacion was hardly more rewarding to Mac Allister, rating him just five out of 10 as it pointed the finger at the midfielder for Cape Verde’s second equalizer in extra-time.“He struggled to find his rhythm,” they wrote. “He wasn’t as active or ingenious as usual in unlocking Cape Verde’s defense with through balls.“He was a bit more involved in attack when Argentina was desperately trying to find a way through.
He couldn’t contain Lopes Cabral on the stunning goal that made it 2-2.”TyC Sports was a little more forgiving in its analysis of Mac Allister’s performance, awarding him a six out of 10 rating while praising his efforts in the middle of the park.Get Liverpool's new 2026/27 home kitThis article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn moreLiverpool FC have launched their new home kit for the 2026/27, inspired by iconic adidas strip worn during the club's 1989/90 title-winning campaign.“From here, we'll continue to support the hard work of the former Colo-Colo player,” they said.“He sets the team's line; when he needs to be positioned, he's there; when he has to run to the flanks, he's there too.