The latest edition of our Premier League Team of the Week showcases the finest talents from the second round of fixtures. This week, we highlight players who have made significant impacts, from impressive debuts to established stars finding their form. Here’s our selection of the best-performing XI.
In goal, Konstantinos Tzolakis of Hull City has made a remarkable start to the season, securing consecutive clean sheets. The Greek international showcased his skills with a crucial save against Taiwo Awoniyi, helping The Tigers maintain their strong defensive record.
At right-back, Amar Dedic of Newcastle United has quickly established himself as a key player for the Magpies. Following two assists in the League Cup, Dedic continued his impressive form in the Premier League, contributing to Newcastle's victory over Tottenham Hotspur. His performance included assisting Anthony Elanga's opening goal and excelling defensively with five clearances and recoveries.
In central defense, Nordi Mukiele of Fulham made a significant impact upon his return to the Sunderland lineup. He was instrumental in securing a clean sheet against Fulham, making an impressive 14 clearances and winning every ground duel he faced. Alongside him, Marc Guehi of Crystal Palace returned to form, dominating the pitch with 124 touches and a passing accuracy of 98.2%. Guehi's defensive prowess was evident as he won all three aerial duels.
Neco Williams, playing left-back for Nottingham Forest, delivered a standout performance against his former club Liverpool. Williams led the game in duels won and tackles, and his critical challenge prevented a certain goal. He also won a penalty that contributed to Forest's scoring.
In central midfield, Nico Gonzalez made a notable debut for Newcastle, outshining former fan favorite Sandro Tonali. Gonzalez’s long-range distribution was exceptional, particularly his cross-field pass that set up Elanga’s goal. Alongside him, Bruno Fernandes of Manchester United had a week to remember, scoring a hat-trick in a 5-2 victory over Ipswich. His ability to equalize and convert a penalty showcased his importance to the team.
On the right wing, Anthony Elanga has experienced a resurgence under manager Matthias Jaissle. After a challenging previous season, Elanga became the first Newcastle player to score in the first two Premier League matches of a season since Alan Shearer in 2003/04. His contributions have been vital for the team.
Rayan Cherki of Manchester City dazzled fans with his performance against Crystal Palace, scoring two remarkable goals. Cherki's first goal demonstrated his skill as he navigated past defenders with ease before finishing with precision.
Leading the attack, Joao Pedro of Chelsea had a mixed game but still stood out, scoring for the second consecutive match and providing an assist for Cole Palmer. Despite missing an opportunity and scoring an own goal, Pedro's overall play was instrumental for Chelsea. Finally, Erling Haaland of Manchester City continued his scoring streak with two goals in a 4-1 victory at Crystal Palace, solidifying his position as the league's top scorer.
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