The best XI of Champions League performers this week.
Following the latest round of Champions League matches this week, CaughtOffside looks at a best XI of performers in Europe’s top club competition from the latest games…
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GK: Manuel Neuer (Bayern Munich)
Although Bayern’s attackers destroyed AS Roma in the Stadio Olimpico, goalkeeper Manuel Neuer also had to be on top form to make a number of great saves throughout the game.
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DR: Darijo Srna (Shakhtar Donetsk)
A superb attacking right-back Darijo Srna was in majestic form for Shakhtar Donetsk in their dominant 7-0 away win at BATE Borisov.
DL: Kieran Gibbs (Arsenal)
With a stunning volley to level up the game late on, Arsenal left-back Kieran Gibbs makes the team after his good attacking display in the away win over Anderlecht.
DC: Pepe (Real Madrid)
Helping Real Madrid to a clean sheet at Anfield, Pepe had a solid game at the back to keep out Liverpool in a big victory for the Spanish giants.
DC: Diego Godin (Atletico Madrid)
A rock-solid defender who capped a fine display with a goal, Atletico Madrid captain Diego Godin was among the top Champions League performers this week.
MC: Xabi Alonso (Bayern Munich)
A player increasingly looking like one of the signings of the summer, Xabi Alonso was in fine form to dictate the play in Bayern Munich’s midfield and help them to a tremendous win at Roma.
MC: Koke (Atletico Madrid)
One of Europe’s best young playmakers, Koke was in superb form for Atletico Madrid in their 5-0 win over Malmo, scoring a well-taken first goal to start the rout.
AMR: Arjen Robben (Bayern Munich)
With two goals and an assist, Arjen Robben caused Roma nightmares as he put in a dazzling display to help Bayern Munich to a 7-1 romp at the Stadio Olimpico.
AML: Eden Hazard (Chelsea)
Chelsea’s man of the match in their highly convincing 6-0 win over Maribor, Eden Hazard found the back of the net twice and was at his very best in this comfortable win at Stamford Bridge.
FC: Luiz Adriano (Shakhtar Donetsk)
With an incredible five goals away to BATE Borisov, Shakhtar Donetsk striker Luiz Adriano was absolutely unstoppable in the Champions League this week and unquestionably worthy of a place upfront in this best XI.
FC: Karim Benzema (Real Madrid)
With two goals in this big win for Real Madrid, Karim Benzema arguably outshone Cristiano Ronaldo at Anfield last night as he helped secure the points for the visitors.