Premier League team of the weekend – which Chelsea player gets in?
A look at this week’s Premier League team of the weekend, featuring two Everton players, one stand-out Chelsea performer, and key figures in victories for Arsenal and Manchester United…
GK: Joe Hart (Manchester City)
In fine form for Manchester City to keep yet another clean sheet, Joe Hart was an important part of the team’s 1-0 win in a tight contest at Crystal Palace.
DR: Ritchie de Laet (Leicester City)
A fine attacking performance from the former Manchester United defender, Ritchie de Laet got forward to score from right-back in a thrilling 3-2 win over Aston Villa.
DL: Aleksandar Kolarov (Manchester City)
Superb once again, Aleksandar Kolarov is this season’s unsung hero for Manchester City, and his fine all-round performances at left-back helped bring a fifth win in as many games.
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DC: Laurent Koscielny (Arsenal)
A key defender for Arsenal, Laurent Koscielny had a rock-solid game at the back for the Gunners as they battled to a 2-0 win over Stoke City.
DC: Daley Blind (Manchester United)
More and more impressive as a makeshift centre-back, Daley Blind continued his strong form for Manchester United and got forward to score a delightful goal from a well-worked set-piece to open the scoring in the 3-1 win over Liverpool.
DM: Nemanja Matic (Chelsea)
The only Chelsea player to emerge with any credit in the defeat to Everton, Nemanja Matic battled hard and scored a wondergoal at Goodison Park.
MC: Santi Cazorla (Arsenal)
With another assist and all-round silky display in midfield, Santi Cazorla shone for Arsenal again in their 2-0 victory over Stoke at the Emirates Stadium.
MC: Ross Barkley (Everton)
Setting up two goals and causing all kinds of problems for Chelsea throughout, Ross Barkley kept up his fine start to the season with another great display here.
FR: Riyad Mahrez (Leicester City)
Leicester’s man of the match yet again, Riyad Mahrez caused Aston Villa nightmares all afternoon and set up two goals for his side as they mounted a superb comeback from 2-0 down.
FL: Wes Hoolahan (Norwich City)
With one goal and one assist, Wes Hoolahan showed his quality for Norwich City as they earned a crucial win over Bournemouth.
FC: Steven Naismith (Everton)
Scoring a perfect hat-trick, Steven Naismith was absolutely outstanding against Chelsea, coming on early as a substitute for the injured Arouna Kone. What a way to make your claim for a regular starting place!
