Argentina defeated Paraguay in World Cup qualification on Thursday night in Buenos Aires, and Liverpool midfielder Alexis Mac Allister was one of the standout performers.

Nicolas Otamendi, a former Manchester City defender, scored the game’s lone goal.

Argentina defeated Paraguay 1-0.

Alexis MacAllister of Liverpool makes an impression for Argentina against Paraguay.

The match was started by Alexis MacAllister, who joined Liverpool from Brighton & Hove Albion during the summer transfer window.

The £150,000-per-week (Spotrac) star was also stunning.

The media praised Mac Allister’s performance.

“A few fantastic tackles and did what he always does to keep things ticking with the ball,” said Mac Allister.

“Absolutely dazzled on in Messi-esque sequence at the edge of the Paraguay box.”

TyC Sports rated the 24-year-old with a 9 out of 10 and stated, “He gave the impression that he had played as a number 5 his entire life.”

“Superb match from Alexis.”

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni used Mac Allister as his deepest midfielder against Paraguay.

The Liverpool star received 101 touches, completed 78 of 82 passes, produced one critical pass, and made three tackles and one clearance (SofaScore).

Alexis MacAllister of Liverpool has received praise for his performance in Argentina’s match against Paraguay.

As you can see in the video below, Mac Allister’s effort has been lauded by his Argentina international teammates.

Lyon left-back Nicolas Tagliafico and Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez joined the Liverpool midfielder in the match against Paraguay.

They’ve both praised Mac Allister.