After every round of Premier League fixtures this season, BBC football pundit Troy Deeney selects his standout team and manager of the week.
Goalkeeper and Defenders
Bernd Leno of Fulham made unbelievable saves to keep his side in the game, noting that Newcastle could easily have been three or four goals ahead before Fulham equalized.
Ronald Araujo of Liverpool provides a vital difference to the defensive backline, playing better and looking more solid whenever he is on the pitch, despite a controversial late penalty decision denying them a clean sheet.
Jair Cunha of Nottingham Forest put in an exceptional performance, scoring a goal and effectively shutting down Erling Haaland during their victory over Manchester City.
Tarik Muharemovic of Leeds United handled difficult one-versus-one situations against Tottenham with a calm and unassuming demeanor under pressure.
Nordi Mukiele of Sunderland excelled by forcing Chelsea to play wide, which proved key to securing the victory.
Midfielders and Forwards
Leon Goretzka of Aston Villa played like a beast in a dramatic 4-4 draw against Manchester United, scoring a goal while showcasing calm passing and movement under pressure.
Alexis Mac Allister of Liverpool remains vitally important with high energy and crucial performances that keep his side in the title race when fully fit.
Enzo Le Fee of Sunderland delivered another stellar display, contributing goals, big moments, and the ability to carry his team up the pitch under pressure.
Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall of Everton bossed the match against Coventry, scoring an unbelievable goal while remaining defensively solid and creatively productive.
Thierno Barry of Everton partnered effectively up front, scoring two strong goals against Coventry and narrowly missing a third.
Liam Delap of Nottingham Forest responded to outside pressure by scoring two unbelievable goals against his former club Manchester City and former manager Enzo Maresca, leading the line with physical strength.
Manager of the Week
Mikel Arteta of Arsenal earned the manager of the week selection after his side secured the Premier League title in November, fulfilling a preseason prediction that Arsenal would win the league comfortably.
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