Troy Deeney’s Premier League Team of the Week Selections

Following each round of Premier League fixtures throughout the current season, BBC football pundit Troy Deeney presents his team and manager of the week. The selections for this week are detailed below. Readers are invited to share their opinions using the comments section. Andre Onana (Manchester United): Despite potential comments that “‘it was only against Leicester’,” Onana executed crucial saves to maintain a level score, notably his block against Wilfred Ndidi. His ball distribution also demonstrated significant improvement. Noussair Mazraoui (Manchester United): This full-back is recognized because “Diogo Dalot was given the runaround by Leicester winger Abdul Fatawu – he had a tough time.” Manchester United subsequently substituted Dalot, repositioned Mazraoui, who then effectively neutralized the opposing threat. Craig Dawson (Wolves): In a critical match for Wolves against Southampton, Dawson performed exceptionally. He demonstrated his capabilities, “didn’t put a foot wrong,” and “even looked like he could play for another 40 minutes after the game – as he was playing on the pitch with his kids!” His performance was described as effortless. Dan Burn (Newcastle): This week features two traditional English centre-backs, both of whom performed excellently and fulfilled their roles effectively. “Forest’s Chris Wood has been the striker of the year so far and Burn put him to task.” Burn’s performance was so effective that Wood registered only one touch inside the Newcastle penalty area. Pervis Estupinan (Brighton): Following Brighton’s significant victory over Manchester City, Deeney considered including other players who performed well as substitutes. However, Estupinan was consistently reliable throughout the match, ensuring a strong performance. Bruno Fernandes (Manchester United): Deeney states, “Here’s where we send the internet into meltdown because I’m dropping Bruno back to play alongside Joelinton.” While his overall game might not have been exceptional, Fernandes consistently scores crucial goals at pivotal moments, providing stability when required. Although “He’s had his leadership questioned a lot,” he commendably addressed the media post-match, speaking positively about his team-mate Alejandro Garnacho. Joelinton (Newcastle): Deeney observes, “Everyone keeps forgetting that Joelinton came as a striker and game upon game, season upon season he just gets better and better as a midfielder.” He is described as a formidable physical presence who scored an outstanding goal. Deeney also commends his overall conduct, noting his assertive play and willingness to tackle. Mohamed Salah (Liverpool): Deeney remarks, “He’s just excellent, isn’t he? Every time I think he’s going to slow down or he’s ready to leave he gets better and better.” Salah contributed another goal and an assist during a significant weekend for Liverpool, following Manchester City’s defeat. This presented an opportunity for Liverpool to advance, and they delivered an excellent performance against Aston Villa. Matheus Cunha (Wolves): Deeney states, “There are few games I have been to this year when I look at one player and think ‘he is better than every other player on that pitch’.” He asserts that Cunha significantly outshone both Southampton’s players and his own Wolves team-mates, demonstrating a superior level of skill. Deeney highlights his ball-carrying ability and defensive contributions, adding that “it was the first time my wife has told me off for screaming at a goal, when he put his strike in the top corner. So he gets extra credit for making me lose my composure.” Yoane Wissa (Brentford): Wissa, often overlooked, scored two additional goals. Deeney notes, “When Ivan Toney was at Brentford he was the main man and now everyone thinks this is Bryan Mbeumo’s team, but in the last 18 months Wissa has been excellent.” When Wissa is fit and available, Brentford’s team appears significantly more cohesive. Alexander Isak (Newcastle): Isak earns his first selection in the team this season. He contributed a goal and an assist against Forest, displaying excellent link-up play, and had an additional scoring opportunity in the second half. Deeney describes that when Newcastle faced adversity, “he went ‘right, watch this’.” Isak possesses the ability to elevate his performance and inspire his team. Gary O’Neil (Wolves): O’Neil secured a crucial victory against Southampton, despite facing considerable pressure. Readers are invited to express their agreement or disagreement with Troy Deeney’s selections and to propose their own Team of the Week using the comments section provided.