I have officially returned the Man of the match award to Him,He really played out His heart for us to get this winning Today”, Liverpool match winner Luiz Diaz have officially returned MOTM award to ONE Liverpool teammate who had 9.5/10 player rating Today – Not Van dijk and Not Salah

“I Have Officially Returned the Man of the Match Award to Him – He Really Played Out His Heart for Us Today”: Liverpool Match Winner Luis Díaz Makes a Stunning Gesture After Emotional Victory

In a dramatic turn of events that has left Liverpool fans buzzing with admiration, Luis Díaz—who scored the match-winning goal in today’s high-octane Premier League clash—has humbly returned his Man of the Match (MOTM) award to one of his teammates, praising his relentless effort and outstanding performance that was instrumental in securing all three points. And here’s the catch—it wasn’t Virgil van Dijk. It wasn’t Mohamed Salah either.

“I have officially returned the Man of the Match award to him,” Díaz said in his post-match interview. “He really played out his heart for us to get this winning today. Without his energy, his tackles, his presence—we might not have pulled this off.”

While many were expecting Díaz to take home the plaudits after his late goal sent Anfield into raptures, the Colombian winger chose instead to shine the spotlight on someone else—an unsung hero who earned a near-perfect 9.5/10 rating for his display—a rating that outclassed the rest of the squad.

And that man was Alexis Mac Allister.

Yes, the Argentine midfield maestro was the engine behind Liverpool’s tempo today, putting on a midfield masterclass that had fans and pundits alike singing his praises. From the first whistle to the last, Mac Allister dictated the rhythm of play with pinpoint passing, tireless pressing, and several key interceptions that cut off the opposition’s momentum at crucial stages.

Despite Díaz’s heroics in front of goal, he was quick to acknowledge that it was Mac Allister’s composure and steel in midfield that laid the foundation for Liverpool’s win.

“Goals win games, yes,” Díaz continued, “but sometimes the real work is done behind the scenes—those 50/50s, those recovery runs, that extra touch of calm when everything’s tense. That’s what Mac Allister gave us today. I can’t take the spotlight when he was the one keeping the fire burning.”

Mac Allister, visibly surprised when handed the MOTM trophy by Díaz in the locker room, responded with a humble smile, saying, “It’s a team sport. I’m happy we won—that’s what matters. But it means a lot coming from Luis. We all saw how much he fought today too.”

The heartfelt gesture has drawn massive reactions from the fanbase, who flooded social media with praise not only for Mac Allister’s brilliant performance but also for Díaz’s sportsmanship and humility. Many fans described it as a “captain-like move” and urged Jürgen Klopp to recognize the Colombian’s leadership qualities beyond his flair on the wing.

Mac Allister’s 9.5/10 rating wasn’t just a number—it reflected his dominance in midfield. He recorded a match-high 5 interceptions, maintained a 94% pass accuracy, and completed more progressive passes than any other player on the pitch. With Fabinho gone and the midfield rebuilt, performances like these show why Klopp brought the World Cup winner to Anfield.

As for Díaz, his goal might have sealed the match, but his gesture afterward sealed something deeper—respect, unity, and the belief that this Liverpool team is more than just star power. It’s a collective built on grit, sacrifice, and recognition.

So while the headlines may initially scream “Díaz Wins It for Liverpool,” the story that truly lingers is the one of a teammate refusing the limelight, turning the spotlight onto a fellow Red who left it all on the pitch.

And in the end, that’s what makes champions—not just talent, but character.