Premier League team of the week – Gameweek 13

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Gameweek 13 was filled with goals. Trent Alexander-Arnold got an important equaliser at the Etihad, Brighton returned to winning ways and Alejandro Garnacho scored one the greatest goals the Premier League has ever seen in United’s comfortable win over Everton.

Take a look at SoccerMag’s best 11 performers from Gameweek 13 of the Premier League.

We used buildlineup.com to put our team onto paper, but our selections are explained below.

Goalkeeper:

Andre Onana – Manchester United

Onana has seen his performances in goal scrutinized by fans across the Premier League, criticism that at times is misplaced.  Onana has built a positive run of form and has changed the narrative surrounding him from the beginning of the season.  The Manchester United number one is performing at the levels of a top class goalkeeper.

Defenders:

Trent Alexander-Arnold – Liverpool

The Scouse fullback has regained his world class status after a disappointing 2022/23 season.  Trent has taken on the vice-captaincy and elevated his game, showing more maturity and discipline in his performances.  His goal against Manchester City was of the highest quality and it was a great way to round off his man-of-the-match display.

Teden Mengi – Luton Town

The Hatters have adjusted well to the Premier League.  Luton have surprised every team they have faced and managed an important win over Crystal Palace.  This would not have been possible without the efforts of Central defender Teden Mengi.  Mengi has improved with every game he has played and was rewarded for his passion and effort with an important goal.

Jamaal Lascelles – Newcastle United

If one had asked Newcastle fans if they saw Jamaal Lascelles making his return to their starting XI consistently, let alone becoming one of their better performing players after the past two or so seasons, they would shake their head is disbelief, but this is exactly what has happened.  The Newcastle captain has taken his opportunity, performing consistently and leading his injury-ridden squad.  Lascelles scored his sides second goal in the Magpies win over Chelsea.

Midfielders: 

Marcus Tavernier – AFC Bournemouth 

Bournemouth midfielder Marcus Tavernier is in the best form of his Premier League career.  Tavernier’s brace secured a massive three points for the Cherries as they look to climb up the table.

Kobbie Mainoo – Manchester United

18 year-old midfielder Kobbie Mainoo had one of the best Premier League debut’s for a teenager we have seen in years.  His performance against Everton was sensational.  His composure, maturity and overall ability with the ball at his feet showed he is simply too good to stay in academy football, he is ready to start games in the Premier League.

Kai Havertz – Arsenal 

£65-million pound signing Kai Havertz has been a divisive figure at the Emirates since his arrival from Chelsea, but he is slowly gaining momentum and becoming a key performer for the Gunners.  Havertz showed great awareness and instinct to show-up at the back-post in the 89th minute to secure a very important win away at Brentford.


Forwards: 

Anthony Gordon – Newcastle United

Eddie Howe is developing a monster Premier League winger in Anthony Gordon.  The former Everton player had another impressive performance in Newcastle’s demolition of Chelsea.  Gordon got a goal and assist alongside a devastating display in his battle with Reece James that saw the Chelsea fullback sent-off.

Alejandro Garnacho – Manchester United

The Argentinian winger has been one of the few bright sparks for Manchester United and is giving Erik ten-Hag a selection dilemma.  Garnacho scored arguably the greatest Premier League goal of all-time against Everton, a bicycle kick like no other, a goal not even Wayne Rooney’s Manchester Derby bicycle could contend with.

Joao Pedro – Brighton 

Joao Pedro has seamlessly slotted into Brighton’s attacking lineup this season after his move from Watford.  The Brazilian scored an important brace against Nottingham Forest to secure the Seagulls first win in the Premier League in almost seven rounds.

Willian – Fulham 

One of the more experienced forwards in the Premier League, Willian has seen and done it all.  The Brazilian has shrugged off his poor spell at Arsenal and returned to London with high-quality performances.  The Fulham winger scored a brace of penalties to secure a controversial win over Wolves.

Photo: Twitter/@Trent

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