EPL Team of the Week: Gameweek 32

Marc Guehi and Igor Thiago played pivotal roles in crucial victories for their respective clubs, while Jean-Philippe Mateta made a decisive impact off the bench to secure a vital win for Crystal Palace. But who else impressed enough to earn a place in our Team of the Week? Let’s take a closer look at the standout XI from the weekend’s action.

Goalkeeper: Djordje Petrovic (Bournemouth)

Djordje Petrovic earns the nod between the posts following a composed and assured display in Bournemouth’s memorable victory away at Arsenal. The former Chelsea goalkeeper was always expected to be busy at the Emirates, but he rose to the challenge with confidence, making key interventions to play a pivotal role in securing the win.

Central Defender: Konstantinos Mavropanos (West Ham United)

The Greece international was one of the standout performers of the weekend and deservedly gets a spot in our Team of the Week following a stellar performance against Wolves. While remaining solid at the back to help his side keep a clean sheet, he got on the scoresheet twice to help the Hammers bag a vital victory.

Central Defender: Marc Guehi (Manchester City)

The England international has arguably been the standout signing of the January transfer window. He has slotted in seamlessly at City and delivered another classy performance against his former club Chelsea, scoring while helping secure an unlikely clean sheet at Stamford Bridge.

Left Back: Nico O’Reilly (Manchester City)

Nico O’Reilly’s remarkable breakout season at Manchester City continued to gather momentum with a standout performance against Chelsea. The talented 21-year-old kept Estevao quiet throughout the match and opened the scoring, setting the tone for a rampant City victory.

Right Back: Mats Wieffer (Brighton)

Mats Wieffer scored an unlikely double to help the Seagulls secure a 2-0 away win at Burnley. It was an outstanding performance from the Dutchman that boosted his chances of being selected by Ronald Koeman for the upcoming FIFA World Cup.

Central Midfield: Florian Wirtz (Liverpool)

He was a lively presence in and around the Fulham penalty area, constantly looking to get involved. Playing centrally, with natural wingers on either side, clearly suited him and is something that should be used more often next season. His vision stood out, particularly with some excellent passes into Frimpong that helped drive the attack forward.

Central Midfield: Rayan Cherki (Manchester City)

Rayan Cherki delivered another moment of magic when Manchester City needed it most, registering his 10th Premier League assist of the season. The French playmaker was instrumental in City’s emphatic 3-0 victory over Chelsea, orchestrating attacks and showcasing his exceptional creativity throughout the match.

Right Midfield: Rio Ngumoha (Liverpool)

Rio Ngumoha continues to show why he is such an exciting prospect. Making just his second Premier League start, the young winger offered exactly what you would expect – blistering pace and eye-catching trickery. He took his goal superbly, marking another significant step forward in his development.

Left Midfield: Valentin Castellanos (West Ham United)

The Argentinian produced arguably his best performance in a West Ham shirt, scoring a brace to help his side claim a resounding 4-0 win over Wolves, which saw them climb out of the bottom three.

Central Attacking Midfield: Igor Thiago (Brentford)

The powerful Brazilian striker continued his hot streak this season with a well-taken brace against Everton. Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall’s stoppage-time goal prevented him from being the matchwinner, but Thiago still stole the headlines by becoming the first Brazilian to score 20 or more goals in a single Premier League campaign.

Forward: Jean-Philippe Mateta (Crystal Palace)

The powerful Frenchman made a decisive impact off the bench, netting a second-half brace to inspire the Eagles’ comeback victory over Newcastle United. Showing composure under pressure, he confidently converted from the penalty spot, helping his side secure a memorable win.