Terrible news hit Arne Slot as a crucial Liverpool player who was vital in the win against Man City has been discovered to have sustained a “swollen knee” ahead of the upcoming match against Newcastle United, with an update on his condition now available.
Alexis Mac Allister has provided an update on the injuries he sustained during Liverpool’s triumph over Manchester City.
Liverpool secured a 2-0 victory at the Etihad Stadium, extending their lead at the top of the Premier League table to 11 points. While Mo Salah and Dominik Szoboszlai received much of the praise for their goals, Arne Slot’s team showcased strong defensive resilience to neutralize City’s attacking threats.
Mac Allister played a key role in midfield, using his experience to help Liverpool edge closer to the title. However, he required medical attention in the first half after a challenge with City forward Omar Marmoush, who inadvertently fell on him following a disallowed goal. Despite feeling dazed, Mac Allister continued playing after being assessed by the medical staff.
Injury Update
According to The Times, the Argentine midfielder left the Etihad with a “swollen cheek and a black eye.” He later shared an image on Instagram displaying the extent of his injuries.
Discussing the incident, Mac Allister explained: “When Marmoush scored the disallowed goal, he landed on me, and I hit the floor. I felt a bit dizzy, but it’s just one of those things that happen.”
On Liverpool’s victory, he added: “It was definitely an important win. Playing against a team like City, you always want to come out on top. Maybe we didn’t control possession as we wanted, but we defended well. There’s still a long way to go, though—we may be 11 points ahead, but City has a game in hand, and tough matches are coming.”
Looking Ahead
Liverpool now prepares for their next fixture against Newcastle United, with hopes that Mac Allister will be fit to play. The Argentine has been a crucial part of the team’s title push, contributing four goals and four assists in 37 appearances across all competitions.
Head coach Arne Slot recently praised Mac Allister’s consistency, stating: “I can’t recall a poor performance from him—he’s incredibly reliable. He may not score as frequently as Mo [Salah], Cody [Gakpo], or Lucho [Diaz], but he plays a vital role in our game, both defensively and in linking up play.”
Slot also noted that a brief suspension earlier in the season may have benefited Mac Allister’s long-term form, ensuring he remains a key player as Liverpool enters a crucial phaslive of the campaign.
