With another round of Premier League fixtures behind us, it’s time to highlight the standout performers in Flashscore’s Team of the Week.
Liverpool has surged to an impressive 11-point lead at the pinnacle of the table following a 2-0 triumph over Manchester City, coinciding with Arsenal’s unexpected 2-0 setback at home against West Ham.
In other matches, Aston Villa defeated Chelsea 2-1, Newcastle triumphed in a dramatic 4-3 encounter against Nottingham Forest, and Manchester United fought back to draw 2-2 at Everton.
Goalkeeper
Alisson (Liverpool) 7.7
Alisson was instrumental in Liverpool’s success, making five pivotal saves in their 2-0 victory over Manchester City, solidifying their 11-point lead in the Premier League.
Though the Brazilian may not have faced constant threats, he remained dependable when required, perfectly meeting manager Arne Slot’s expectations.
Emiliano Martinez also earned a score of 7.7 for his contributions in Aston Villa’s 2-1 victory over Chelsea, but Alisson’s clean sheet earns him a place in our lineup.
Defence
Jack Hinshelwood (Brighton) 8.3
In the absence of the injured Joel Veltman, Jack Hinshelwood delivered a solid performance as Brighton overwhelmed Southampton with a 4-0 victory.
The 19-year-old showcased his skills by winning nine duels and two tackles, finishing off his display with a composed finish for Brighton’s fourth goal.
Noussair Mazraoui (Manchester United) 8.3
Noussair Mazraoui emerged as Manchester United’s standout defender during their comeback from two goals down to draw 2-2 at Everton.
The Moroccan defender won five tackles along with several aerial duels and cleared the ball eight times, playing a crucial role as the points were shared at Goodison Park.
Lewis Hall (Newcastle) 8.3
Lewis Hall had a significant impact on Newcastle’s narrow 4-3 win over Nottingham Forest, demonstrating his all-around abilities.
He first assisted Lewis Miley with the equaliser, linked up nicely with Alexander Isak, and eventually won a penalty after his cross was handled in the box.
Midfield
Mohamed Salah (Liverpool) 8.7
Mohamed Salah continues to dazzle this season, contributing a goal and an assist as Liverpool triumphed 2-0 over Manchester City, extending their lead to 11 points.
The Egyptian opened the scoring with a deflected strike before setting up Dominik Szoboszlai for the second goal, marking his name in the history books as the first player to achieve over 25 goals and 15 assists in a Premier League season, while also being the first player in Europe’s top leagues to reach 50 goal involvements this campaign.
Marco Asensio (Aston Villa) 8.3
New signing Marco Asensio is making his presence felt at Aston Villa, scoring twice to secure the win against Chelsea.
His goals not only propelled Villa to victory but also showcased the skills that prompted Unai Emery to bring him on board, highlighting his finesse and vision on the pitch.
Christian Norgaard (Brentford) 8.7
Even though he only played the first half, Brentford captain Christian Norgaard played a crucial role in their 4-0 rout of Leicester at the King Power Stadium.
Norgaard scored with a straightforward header to help establish a 3-0 lead before being substituted at halftime due to a minor injury.
Bruno Fernandes (Manchester United) 8.3
Bruno Fernandes played a pivotal role in Manchester United’s efforts against Everton, delivering a dynamic performance in midfield.
He reduced United’s deficit with a stunning free-kick from around 20 yards, additionally completing three dribbles, four tackles, and eight duels won, alongside a game-high 65 completed passes.
Brennan Johnson (Tottenham) 8.5
Brennan Johnson marked his return to the starting lineup with two goals as Tottenham claimed a 4-1 victory against Ipswich, securing their third consecutive Premier League win.
The Welsh international netted two well-taken goals and came close to a hat-trick later in the match, sealing all three points for Spurs at Portman Road.
Forwards
Matheus Cunha (Wolves) 8.1
Matheus Cunha was instrumental in Wolves’ hard-fought 1-0 victory against Bournemouth, delivering another standout performance.
His clinical finish secured the crucial points for the visitors, marking his 14th goal of the season.
Marcus Rashford (Aston Villa) 8.0
On loan from Manchester United, Marcus Rashford made a significant impact as a substitute for Aston Villa, facilitating both of Asensio’s goals against Chelsea.
His assist for the first goal came from a clever square pass, while his ball into the box led to the second with some help from a defensive blunder by Filip Jorgensen.
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