Premier League Team and Manager of the Week

Premier League Team and Manager of the Week

Premier League Team and Manager of the Week

After each round of Premier League matches this season, BBC football pundit Troy Deeney shares his selections for Team and Manager of the Week.

Here are his choices for this week. Do you agree? Share your thoughts in the comments section below.

Bernd Leno (Fulham): Leno was exceptional in Fulham's 3-2 victory over Burnley. Despite the close scoreline, Fulham will argue they deserved the win, largely thanks to Leno's five or six crucial saves early in the match that kept them in contention. Burnley may feel aggrieved by the result.

Malo Gusto (Chelsea): Although I am not usually a fan of Gusto, he deserves credit for his performance against Everton, where he scored a good goal and provided an assist. He seems to be improving and stepping up when needed.

Nordi Mukiele (Sunderland): Mukiele was outstanding in Sunderland's win over Newcastle. Despite receiving a yellow card, he effectively neutralized Anthony Gordon, one of the Premier League's top wingers, showcasing his mental strength and involvement in a significant victory for Sunderland.

Calvin Bassey (Fulham): Bassey contributed a goal in the match against Burnley and is quickly becoming one of my favorite personalities in football. He plays with passion and authenticity, even if he makes mistakes. His performance was dominant, although he appeared to be at fault for the first goal, which was actually due to Antonee Robinson's unnecessary run.

Ibrahima Konate (Liverpool): Konate faced considerable pressure and speculation regarding his future at Liverpool, but he rose to the occasion in the win against Brighton, delivering a solid performance.

Bruno Fernandes (Manchester United): The 4-4 draw with Bournemouth has been lauded as one of the best matches of the year, despite some questionable defending. Fernandes provided an excellent corner for Casemiro's goal and scored a stunning free-kick, earning his place in the Team of the Week.

Ibrahim Sangare (Nottingham Forest): It was challenging to include Forest players after their 3-0 victory, primarily due to Tottenham's poor performance. However, Sangare's contribution of a goal and two assists was impressive for a holding midfielder, and he is thriving under Sean Dyche. Unfortunately, he will be unavailable for the Africa Cup of Nations with Ivory Coast.

Callum Hudson-Odoi (Nottingham Forest): Hudson-Odoi showcased his immense potential with an excellent performance, scoring and assisting as he ran rings around Spurs.

Hugo Ekitike (Liverpool): Ekitike is arguably the most underrated striker in the Premier League, having scored in consecutive games. He is proving to be a fantastic signing and could challenge for the top scorer title alongside Erling Haaland. He aims to secure a spot in the World Cup squad alongside Kylian Mbappe.

Morgan Rogers (Aston Villa): Rogers is making a strong case for a starting position in England's World Cup squad with his impressive performances. He scored a fantastic first goal and followed it up with a stunning second, showcasing his growth as a player and leader.

Harry Wilson (Fulham): Wilson is a joy to watch. He may not have standout physical attributes, but his calmness and poise were evident as he contributed two assists and a goal against Burnley.

Arne Slot (Liverpool): Slot's management during the match against Brighton was crucial, particularly in handling the Mohamed Salah situation. His team secured a clean sheet and a vital win, positioning them just a few points off the Champions League places despite a rocky start to the season.

Do you agree with Troy's selections? Who would make your Team of the Week? Share your opinions in the comments section below:

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