Following the latest round of Premier League action, pundit Troy Deeney has selected his standout XI and manager of the week. The team highlights key performances that defined the recent fixtures.
Key Defensive and Midfield Standouts
- Lewis Dunk (Brighton): Recognized for his impressive 6ft 5in frame and an incredible strike that hit the crossbar against Coventry.
- Tarik Muharemovic (Leeds United): Described as a beast for his defensive work rate and physicality, despite narrowly missing out on a clean sheet against Newcastle.
- Leif Davis (Ipswich Town): Praised as an underrated talent who delivered a decisive goal and assist in a crucial six-pointer against Crystal Palace.
Manchester City goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma earns a spot for his big-match temperament, which Deeney notes has already secured City two extra points against Manchester United. Deeney predicts the keeper will prove vital throughout the campaign, dismissing early season criticism following the Community Shield by labeling him a proven big-time performer.
In the backline, Nottingham Forest’s Daniel Munoz is credited as a brilliant signing who provided pace and power in the victory over Aston Villa, with Deeney expressing surprise that major clubs like Liverpool and Manchester United did not move for him. Meanwhile, Arsenal’s Ezri Konsa earns his place for his resilience during a physical battle against Sunderland’s Brian Brobbey, successfully managing the game under pressure.
The midfield and attacking selections emphasize dynamic contributions. Enzo Fernandez is praised for his best performance for Manchester City in two years, acting as a tactical catalyst at Old Trafford. Pascal Gross remains a steadying hand for Brighton, providing essential leadership and production in the absence of key senior players. Brentford forward Kevin Schade earns a spot after scoring twice against Bournemouth, while Hull City’s Mohamed Belloumi is highlighted for his impressive impact after netting two goals against Chelsea.
Leading the line, Dominic Calvert-Lewin is commended for his consistent work rate for Leeds United, particularly in his performance against Newcastle. Deeney attributes Calvert-Lewin’s form to a shift in mentality at Elland Road, where the team demands 100% effort from every player.
Manchester City’s Enzo Maresca is named manager of the week for his tactical awareness at Old Trafford, specifically for his strategic decision to replace Cherki with Ndiaye. While acknowledging Mikel Arteta for an honorable mention, Deeney favors Maresca for his ability to understand the match environment and execute a winning game plan. The report also notes that he’s that good, he’ll get them 10 points over the course of the season. The report also notes that people were saying he wasn’t good enough and they should have kept James Trafford, but he proved again why he’s such a big-time goalkeeper, after the Community Shield. The report also notes that i feel like he’s the next one they’ll sell. The report also notes that give us your thoughts using the comments form at the bottom of this page. The report also notes that pace, power, he can defend and offers you a lot going forward. The report also notes that last season, he ended up bullying Gabriel for the equaliser and he wanted no part of it.
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