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But just as they did at the Emirates a few weeks ago, the Hammers walked onto the pitch at Anfield with no fear—ready to take the game to a Liverpool side in desperate need of a win.

An unfortunate error from Andy Robertson would bring West Ham level, before skipper Virgil van Dijk popped up with yet another crucial header from a corner to secure the three points for Liverpool and bring them within touching distance of a record-equaling 20th Premier League title. 



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But it was the man who took the decisive corner who was the real star of the show on Sunday.

In a game full of fast breaks and physical battles, Alexis Mac Allister controlled the tempo and was involved in every aspect of Liverpool’s play. 

Since Liverpool acquired Mac Allister from Brighton, the World Cup winner has been a model of consistency.



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Mac Allister has only gotten better since joining the Reds and has paid back every cent of the £35m Liverpool spent two summers ago.

Scholes remarked on an underwhelming performance from the midfielder, saying: “I think Mac Allister is a really good player, he’s been really good for them this season, but… he kept taking too many touches.

When he’s on it, Mac Allister makes Liverpool’s midfield tick:

“And he’s the player I think gets Liverpool playing, almost like a Modric has been through the years.
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