The gap at the top of the Premier League table has been cut to four points after Nottingham Forest held Liverpool to a draw. Manchester City gave up a 2-0 lead against Brentford and David Moyes’ return to Everton ended in defeat. The midweek fixtures did not disappoint.
By Sam McGuire
More importantly, though, who made the FotMob Team of the Week?
Goalkeeper: Martin Dúbravka
The 36-year-old goalkeeper has been exceptional for Newcastle United since coming in to replace the injured Nick Pope. His fine form continued against Wolves this week as he made seven saves in the 3-0 win. He faced shots with an Expected Goals on Target value of 1.6 and was given a FotMob rating of 8.8 for his exploits between the sticks.
Right-Back: Amad Diallo
Amad exploded into life during the final 10 minutes of Manchester United’s match against Southampton. The 22-year-old scored a 12 minute hat-trick as the Red Devils came from behind to pick up three points at Old Trafford. The wing-back claimed a FotMob rating of 9.7 after a dominant showing. He created three chances, had six shots and completed four of his five dribbles. He was rampant.
Centre-Back: Murillo
The Nottingham Forest centre-back was a colossus in the 1-1 draw with Liverpool. He made the most tackles (four), completed 100% of his dribbles and made 17 clearances. Going further, he also made two interceptions, seven recoveries and won five of his six duels. At times, it felt like he was single handedly repelling the Liverpool onslaught.
Centre-Back: Marc Guéhi
The Crystal Palace skipper scored in the 2-0 win over Leicester City. Guehi completed 83% of his passes, made five clearances, two blocks, recovered the ball on five occasions and won 75% of his aerial duels. He was a little loose with his long passes, completing just 30% but he did more than enough to justify his inclusion in the FotMob Team of the Week.
Left-Back: Antonee Robinson
Robinson is now on nine assists for the season after his showing against West Ham United. The Fulham captain finished the game with two assists in a 3-2 defeat. He created five chances, completed 79% of his passes and attempted nine crosses. Robinson made four interceptions and recovered possession on five occasions. He was also involved in 13 duels in a showing that earned him an 8.3 rating.
Midfield: Bruno Guimarães
The Newcastle skipper was in fine form at St James’ Park against Wolves. He created the most chances (four) and claimed an assist in the 3-0 win. He also completed 84% of his passes, attempted five tackles and involved himself in 12 duels. It was an all action display from the captain.
Midfield: Enzo Fernández
Enzo was on it for Chelsea against Bournemouth. The World Cup winner completed the most passes (49), created the most chances (seven), and was the most fouled player (four). The midfielder played 12 passes into the final third and was accurate with 89% of his long passes. Without the ball, he was just as impressive, recovering possession on 11 occasions.
Attack: Phil Foden
Foden netted twice as Manchester City picked up a point against Brentford. The versatile attacker completed 88% of his passes, carved out three chances and had a total of three shots. He had 10 touches in the box and won 100% of his duels. For the first time this season, he looked back to his brilliant best of last term.
Attack: Kevin De Bruyne
De Bruyne put on a creative clinic against Brentford. The 33-year-old created a match-high eight chances against the Bees and claimed an assist against Thomas Frank’s side. He finished the game with a pass success rate of 88% and he attempted four dribbles. If he’s back, Manchester City could be back.
Attack: Alex Iwobi
Iwobi netted twice for Fulham in their loss to West Ham United. The 28-year-old didn’t deserve to be on the losing side after this display. He created five chances to go along with his two goals. The versatile midfielder also completed 100% of his dribbles and we’d accurate with all six of his long passes.
Attack: Alexander Isak
Another game, another Isak masterclass. Isak has now found the net in each of his last eight Premier League appearances.
The Newcastle United striker scored twice and assisted in the 3-0 win over Wolves on his way to a 9.3 FotMob rating. He hit the woodwork with one of his three efforts, had nine touches in the penalty box and attempted four dribbles. Isak also won 100% of his aerial duels.
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