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Alexis Mac Allister

Also known as: Mac Aliister

Liverpool midfielder who scored in Champions League win over Atletico Madrid and 2026 World Cup quarter-final against Switzerland.

2026-05-292026-10-14

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  1. May 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    … Alvarez himself is a world-class talent in a squad also featuring the likes of Serie A top scorer Lautaro Martinez, Nico Paz, Enzo Fernandez, Alexis Mac Allister, Cristian Romero and Emiliano Martinez. …

    Can Messi deliver again for Argentina at his final World Cup?

Tuesday 6 October

  1. Messi plays final Argentina match in farewell friendly

    Lionel Messi will play his last match for Argentina on Tuesday in a friendly against Benin at Estadio Monumental in Buenos Aires, ending his 21-year international career. The 39-year-old announced his retirement on Instagram in August 2026.

    6 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Saturday 12 September

  1. Liverpool striker Isak rebounds from poor debut season

    Alexander Isak, who scored just four times in his difficult first season at Liverpool after a £125 million move from Newcastle, has already netted three goals in four games this term and is in "a really good place," according to Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola.

    12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 10 September

  1. Liverpool beats Atletico Madrid 2-1 in Iraola's Champions League debut

    Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola celebrated his first Champions League match as a coach after the Reds came from behind to defeat Atletico Madrid 2-1 at Anfield, with goals from Dominik Szoboszlai and Alexis Mac Allister canceling out Marcos Llorente's opener.

    10 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Mac Allister scores as Liverpool beats Atletico Madrid 2-1

    Alexis Mac Allister scored to cap Liverpool's comeback win over Atletico Madrid 2-1 in the Champions League, with Marcos Llorente giving Atletico an early lead before Dominik Szoboszlai levelled before half-time.

    10 September 2026 · The Standard →

Tuesday 8 September

  1. Mac Allister frustrated Liverpool would not offer contract extension

    Liverpool midfielder Alexis Mac Allister said he was "very sad" at not being offered a new contract while teammates Dominik Szoboszlai and Ryan Gravenberch had their deals extended, and that his agent was told the club was "not in a position" to offer him one.

    8 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 2 September

  1. Messi retires from Argentina after 21 years of international play

    Lionel Messi announced his retirement from international football on August 31, 2026, ending a 21-year career with Argentina during which the team won three major titles including the 2022 World Cup. Argentina now faces a transition period with questions surrounding coach Lionel Scaloni and other ageing players.

    2 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Saturday 22 August

  1. Maresca requests time to handle big changes at Manchester City

    Enzo Maresca, Manchester City's new Italian manager, says he needs time to replicate Pep Guardiola's success as the club undergoes significant changes, including the departure of key players like Rodri, John Stones, and Bernardo Silva. Maresca takes charge of his first Premier League game against Bournemouth on Sunday.

    22 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 22 July

  1. Liverpool boss wants Mac Allister and Alisson to stay

    Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola has expressed his desire to retain midfielder Alexis Mac Allister and goalkeeper Alisson at the club, with Mac Allister having two years remaining on his five-year contract signed in 2023 and facing speculation about a possible summer departure.

    22 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 20 July

  1. Spain defeats Argentina 1-0 to win 2026 World Cup

    Spain won the 2026 World Cup final, defeating holders Argentina 1-0 with an extra-time goal from Ferran Torres in the 106th minute. The victory ended Lionel Messi's hopes for a second World Cup victory in what was likely his final World Cup appearance.

    20 July 2026 · The Standard →

Thursday 16 July

  1. Argentina beat England 2-1 in World Cup semi-final

    Lionel Messi inspired Argentina to a 2-1 comeback victory over England in a World Cup semi-final, with Enzo Fernandez equalizing in the 85th minute and Lautaro Martinez scoring the winner in stoppage time. Argentina will face European champions Spain in the final.

    16 July 2026 · The Standard →

  2. Argentina beats England 2-1 to reach 2026 World Cup final

    Lionel Messi engineered a comeback for Argentina in their World Cup semi-final against England on Wednesday, securing a 2-1 victory to keep the defending champions on track for back-to-back titles. Argentina will face Spain in the final in New Jersey on Sunday.

    16 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 15 July

  1. Argentina faces England in World Cup semi-final

    Lionel Messi's Argentina will meet England in a 2026 World Cup semi-final on Wednesday at Atlanta Stadium, with Spain advancing to the final after eliminating France. Argentina is seeking to become the first team since Brazil in 1962 to win back-to-back World Cups.

    15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Sunday 12 July

  1. Argentina beats Switzerland 3-1, eyes England semifinal

    Argentina's coach Lionel Scaloni said the team's upcoming World Cup semi-final against England is "just a football game" after Argentina defeated Switzerland 3-1 in the quarter-finals. Alexis Mac Allister scored early, Dan Ndoye equalized, and goals from Julian Alvarez and Lautaro Martinez sealed the win in Kansas City.

    12 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. England and Argentina advance to World Cup semi-final

    England beat Norway 2-1 in extra time with two goals from Jude Bellingham, and defending champions Argentina defeated Switzerland 3-1, setting up a semi-final matchup between the two nations.

    12 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  3. Argentina beat 10-man Switzerland to face England in World Cup semi-final

    Argentina defeated Switzerland 3-1 after extra-time in a World Cup quarter-final on Saturday, with Lionel Messi setting up an early opener and Julian Alvarez scoring a decisive goal in the 112th minute. The victory sets up a semi-final against England and keeps Argentina unbeaten in their past 12 World Cup matches.

    12 July 2026 · The Standard →

  4. England, Argentina advance to World Cup semi-final matchup

    England defeated Norway 2-1 in extra time with two goals from Jude Bellingham, while defending champions Argentina beat Switzerland 3-1 at the quarter-finals. The rivals will meet in the semi-finals in Atlanta on Wednesday.

    12 July 2026 · The Standard →

Wednesday 8 July

  1. Egypt files World Cup complaint against French referee Letexier

    Egypt's Football Federation has filed a complaint with FIFA demanding an investigation into French referee Francois Letexier and his officiating team after Egypt's 3-2 loss to Argentina in the World Cup round of 16, citing serious refereeing mistakes and double standards.

    8 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Egypt files FIFA complaint over referee in World Cup loss to Argentina

    The Egyptian Football Federation filed a complaint with FIFA requesting an investigation into referee Francois Letexier and his VAR team following Egypt's 3-2 elimination by Argentina in the World Cup last 16. Egypt contended that a disallowed goal by Mostafa Ziko and a missed penalty claim in build-up to Argentina's winner were refereeing errors that cost them the match.

    8 July 2026 · The Standard →

Wednesday 17 June

  1. Messi scores hat-trick, equals World Cup goalscoring record

    Lionel Messi scored a hat-trick for Argentina in a 3-0 victory over Algeria, equaling Miroslav Klose's all-time World Cup goalscoring record of 16 goals. The 38-year-old also became the first player to feature in six World Cup tournaments.

    17 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Messi equals World Cup goal record as Argentina beats Algeria

    Lionel Messi scored a hat-trick to become the tournament's joint all-time top scorer with 16 goals, matching Miroslav Klose, as Argentina defeated Algeria 3-0 in their World Cup opener. The 38-year-old also became the first player to appear in six World Cups.

    17 June 2026 · The Standard →

Friday 29 May

  1. Messi aims to win second World Cup with Argentina

    Lionel Messi, who will turn 39 during the 2026 World Cup, continues as Argentina's talisman as they attempt to retain the trophy in North America after his 2022 Qatar triumph.

    29 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

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