The Mac Allister Family Reunion: Alexis and Kevin to Face Off at Anfield

The Union SG visit to Anfield this season will be a family reunion of sorts for the Mac Allister family. Alexis’ brother, Kevin, is part of the visiting squad and the match could bring their father to tears. The Reds are the giants in Group E and there were plenty of reactions when LASK, Toulouse and Union SG discovered they would be making a trip to Anfield.

Union SG’s Reaction to the Draw

When Liverpool’s name was announced during the Europa League draw, Union SG were filmed reacting with delight. This was particularly special for Union’s No. 5, Kevin Mac Allister, brother of Liverpool’s No. 10.

Kevin Mac Allister’s Journey

Kevin is the older of the two, aged 25, and is in his first season with the Belgian side after moving from Argentinos Juniors in the summer. With the two now on a collision course, their father, Carlos Mac Allister, who also played for Argentinos Juniors across the 1980s and 1990s and now represents Alexis as his agent, is excited by what is to come.

Carlos Mac Allister’s Emotions

Carlos told Het Nieuwsblad, “Will I shed a tear when they walk onto the field together? I hope not, but that is quite possible.” Kevin plays at centre-back and has started all but one match this season and Liverpool will expect to see him in Union’s backline, but whether Alexis is in the Reds’ XI remains to be seen.

Jurgen Klopp’s Expectations

Jurgen Klopp‘s side are heavy favourites, but with a son in either team, Carlos says “nothing is impossible.” He added, “What I expect? Liverpool have many world stars, but Union play very good football. Nothing is impossible. We are all very happy that we can see Kevin and Alexis together on the field again, even if it is now as rivals.”

The Matchday Experience

It promises to be quite the occasion for the Mac Allister clan and Carlos will be in attendance. He said, “I am looking forward to it, because I know Anfield, I have already been there. Will I advise my sons? No, that is the job of their trainers. I don’t want to interfere too much. I especially hope that they enjoy playing against each other.”

The Mac Allister family reunion at Anfield will be an emotional occasion for both players and their father. The Reds are heavy favourites but with a son in either team, anything is possible. It will be a match to remember for the Mac Allister family and we wish them all the best!