Liverpool 2023/24 Season Review: Alexis Mac Allister | OneFootball

End of Season Review: Alexis Mac Allister’s 2023/2024 Campaign at Liverpool

It’s not been perfect, but it’s been a hell of a debut season. As the curtains close on another thrilling season of football, Liverpool’s Argentine maestro, Alexis Mac Allister, has once again demonstrated why he is considered one of the elite midfielders in the Premier League. Here’s a deep dive into Mac Allister’s performance this season, examining his standout moments, key statistics, and areas for future development.

Headline Numbers

Alexis Mac Allister’s versatility has been a significant asset for Liverpool this season, particularly given his adaptability in playing both as a central midfielder (CM) and a defensive midfielder (DM). Despite this being somewhat out of his natural element, Mac Allister’s performance statistics are commendable. Throughout the season, he featured in 46 games across all competitions, contributing 7 goals and 7 assists. His total playtime amassed to 3,500 minutes, highlighting his critical role in the squad’s dynamics.

Biggest High: Riding the Crest at Sheffield

The highlight of Mac Allister’s season undoubtedly came during the match against Sheffield United. In this game, Mac Allister not only scored Liverpool’s goal of the season, but also earned his highest Whoscored.com rating of the season at 8.53. His performance in this match was a pivotal moment, showcasing his ability to change the game’s complexion with his vision and shot accuracy. Crucially, this was the period where Mac Allister was the main man with goals and assists on a weekly basis and even looked a possible contender for player of the year.

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Biggest Low: A Tough Day at Villa Park

Conversely, Mac Allister’s most challenging outing came in the final away game against Aston Villa. Here, he unfortunately played a part in all of Villa’s goals, which contributed to his lowest Whoscored.com rating of 5.45 for the season. This performance was a stark reminder of the highs and lows that come with professional sports, emphasising areas for Mac Allister to focus on improving. It was a bad run in for the Argentine and he looked shattered and spent, despite having a break before Christmas due to injury. Liverpool over-played him at certain parts and like the team, he won’t look back at this period with any fond memories.

Overall Thoughts

Despite the ups and downs, Alexis Mac Allister’s season can be viewed as a resounding success. Playing out of his preferred position for a significant part of the season, he has managed to be Liverpool’s second-best player. His resilience and performance, especially coming off a significant knee injury, underline his importance to the team. Mac Allister’s ability to influence games, whether from deeper positions or when pushing forward, continues to make him an invaluable asset to the squad. Looking ahead, the focus for Mac Allister should be on enhancing his consistency and perhaps finding a way to mitigate the physical toll of the Premier League. The six experiment should be done and he’ll be key for Arne Slot next year.