Tensions boiled over during Argentina’s World Cup qualifier against Ecuador as Liverpool midfielder Alexis Mac Allister clashed with new Arsenal signing Piero Hincapie. The pair exchanged heated words after a late incident in stoppage time, sparking headlines both in South America and the Premier League. After the fiery exchange, Mac Allister later sent a message to his rival.

Mikel Arteta has named Martin Odegaard on the Arsenal bench after he suffered an injury against Leeds, while Alexis Mac Allister starts for Liverpool.

Liverpool star Alexis Mac Allister has named a player who was very nearly his team-mate as his toughest-ever midfield opponent.

Alexis Mac Allister is not in Liverpool's matchday squad to face Newcastle United as the injuries mount up for Arne Slot's side.

Mohamed Salah beat competition from the likes of Bruno Fernandes and Alexander Isak to claim the PFA Players' Player of the Year award on Tuesday.