Alexis Mac Allister: From Sobbing in Brighton to Liverpool Legend!

Mac Allister's Emotional Journey to Glory

Liverpool midfielder Alexis Mac Allister has revealed the depths of his struggles before achieving Premier League and World Cup success. In a candid piece for The Players' Tribune, Mac Allister described a period of intense loneliness and self-doubt during his early days at Brighton & Hove Albion.

“In December 2020, I got on FaceTime with her, and I was sobbing. I was at my flat in Brighton...I said, ‘Mum, I can’t do it anymore. I’m coming home. I need to get out of here.’” He revealed that he was so distraught that he considered quitting football altogether, feeling like a “nobody” despite wearing the coveted No. 10 shirt.

The COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated his isolation. Arriving from Boca Juniors, he found himself in a new country, unable to speak the language, and with football at a standstill. Basic English lessons over Zoom provided little comfort. “Hola. Hello. My name is Alexis. How are you? Nice weather today we are having. Mucho rain,” he joked, recalling the depressing experience.

Mac Allister credits his mother's support for pulling him through this dark period. He had his bags packed and was ready to move to Russia or Spain, but his mother convinced him to persevere. Now, reflecting on his journey, he acknowledges that without her, he wouldn't be a Premier League champion, a World Cup champion, or even a recognizable name.

Mac Allister Praises Salah's Work Ethic

Now a key player for Liverpool, Mac Allister is thriving. He also expressed admiration for his Liverpool teammate, Mohamed Salah, highlighting his incredible work ethic and setting the standard for the team. Mac Allister agrees with Pep Guardiola's sentiment that the Premier League is the most challenging trophy to win due to its relentless intensity.

“The pressure at this level is so intense,” Mac Allister wrote. He believes the Premier League is even harder to win than the Champions League.