Troy Deeney has praised Alexis Mac Allister as the standout player in Liverpool and Manchester United’s captivating 2-2 Premier League showdown at Anfield.
Manchester United, under new manager Ruben Amorim, arrived at Anfield on Sunday following four consecutive losses.
Despite the odds heavily favoring league leaders Liverpool, United delivered a spirited display, holding the Reds to a draw. Despite Liverpool been on top of the Table Arne Slot Cautions His players despite the Margin of points
United opened the scoring early in the second half when Lisandro Martinez smashed a stunning strike past Alisson in the 52nd minute. Liverpool responded swiftly, with Cody Gakpo curling in a brilliant equalizer just seven minutes later.
Liverpool appeared poised for victory after scoring again 10 minutes later, potentially securing their fifth consecutive win. United, however, staged a late resurgence as Amad Diallo struck in the 80th minute to level the score, denying Liverpool a win and breaking United’s losing streak.
Former Premier League striker Troy Deeney included both Diallo and Mac Allister in his BBC Sport Team of the Week, singling out Mac Allister as the “best player on the pitch.”
Mac Allister, a World Cup winner, continues to shine at Anfield. “Every time I watch him, he stands out,”
Deeney commented. “He’s always assisting and plays like the best player on the pitch. With his silky touches and combativeness, he could become a Liverpool legend if he stays long enough.”
Deeney also commended Diallo’s performance: “The Anfield draw was a coming-of-age game for Diallo.
To deliver such a strong performance against a high-flying Liverpool side was exceptional. And he also produce a strong performance on the Manchester Derby By Giving Manchester United all three points in Etihad Stadium
However, this success brings new pressure, as fans will expect consistent brilliance from him. At his young age, he’ll face immense expectations, but for now, let’s appreciate his progress.”
Despite missing out on victory, Liverpool remain six points clear at the top of the Premier League as the season’s second half begins. Meanwhile, Manchester United sit in 13th place, 13 points away from Champions League contention and seven points above the relegation zone.