Alexis Mac Allister outshines Lionel Messi as Argentina media agrees on Liverpool player

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Alexis Mac Allister earned rave reviews from Argentina’s media as he even managed to outshine Lionel Messi against Puerto Rico. The Liverpool midfielder played the full 90 minutes as the world champions eased to a comprehensive 6-0 win in Fort Lauderdale, with Mac Allister scoring twice as he gave himself a boost ahead of his return to Merseyside in the coming days.

He has a clear touch and looks for the best option.” Alexis Mac Allister celebrates after scoring for Argentina against Puerto Rico (Image: Getty Images) Mac Allister was awarded an 8/10 with other outlets, with Bola VIP stating: “With two goals, he was the most decisive player in the match thanks to his efficiency and goal-scoring instinct. He scored two goals and cemented his position as the most successful midfielder of the Scaloni era.” TyC Sport, meanwhile, said: “He was almost a false nine, scoring two goals and having the potential to score a few more as well.” River el mas Grande added: “The Liverpool midfielder had a great match.

Learn more Meanwhile, Ole awarded both Mac Allister and Messi the same score of 8/10, and said of the Reds midfielder: “He was a frequent presence in the box and showed his impressive performance: an opportunistic header to deflect Nico González's shot for the 1-0 lead, and then in goal-scoring mode to convert the third with a powerful finish. The midfielder was the last of the club's players in action during the international break, which could add some doubt as to his involvement against United, although with doubts over Ryan Gravenberch's fitness, Arne Slot may be counting on Mac Allister to continue his international form with the Reds.Story SavedYou can find this story in My Bookmarks.Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right.