August 22, (THEWILL) – Liverpool have received a boost ahead of their upcoming English Premier League clash against Newcastle United, with the news that Alexis Mac Allister’s suspension has been overturned.
The Argentine midfielder was shown a straight red card during the Reds’ 3-1 victory over Bournemouth last weekend following a reckless challenge. The sending off meant that Mac Allister was set to serve a three-match ban, ruling him out of Liverpool’s next few games. However, the club have successfully appealled against the decision, meaning the 24-year-old will now be available for selection against Newcastle.
THEWILL recalls that Mac Allister joined Liverpool this summer in a £35 million deal from Brighton and Hove Albion and has been a regular starter so far this season. His presence in midfield has added energy and creativity to the Reds’ performances, and manager Jurgen Klopp will be relieved he can call on the World Cup winner at St James’ Park this Sunday.
An Independent Regulatory Commission accepted Liverpool’s claim that referee Thomas Bramall had made a mistake in dismissing Mac Allister. The Reds made a strong case that the challenge did not warrant a straight red card.
The overturning of the suspension represents a big boost for Liverpool as they look to build some momentum after an inconsistent start to the new EPL season. Mac Allister will now hope to pick up where he left off and help drive the Reds up the table.
Jude Obafemi is a versatile senior Correspondent at THEWILL Newspapers, excelling in sourcing, researching, and delivering sports news stories for both print and digital publications.
