Fulham’s dynamic midfielder and Super Eagles star Alex Iwobi earned a spot in Troy Deeney’s BBC Matchday Five Team of the Week following his outstanding display in Fulham’s 3-1 triumph over Brentford, according to Soccernet.ng.
The 29-year-old midfielder expertly volleyed to equalize after a costly mistake by 18-year-old Josh King allowed Mikkel Damsgaard to give Brentford the early lead at Craven Cottage.
Just moments later, Iwobi showcased his vision with a precise assist, setting up Harry Wilson to net Fulham’s second goal, a crucial strike that helped secure Marco Silva’s side their second victory of the campaign.
Former Watford striker Troy Deeney, now a BBC pundit, is responsible for selecting the BBC Team of the Week, highlighting the standout performers from the latest Premier League fixtures.
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In goal, Deeney selected Burnley’s Martin Dubravka, who was instrumental in securing a point for Scott Parker’s team by making seven crucial saves against Nottingham Forest at Turf Moor.
Nottingham Forest’s Neco Williams, filling in at right-back due to Ola Aina’s hamstring injury, earned his place after scoring the opening goal in their match against Burnley.
Deeney’s defensive duo features Marcos Senesi of AFC Bournemouth and Sven Botman from Newcastle United. The pair faced off in a tightly contested goalless draw at the Vitality Stadium, effectively neutralizing each other’s impact.
On the left flank, Crystal Palace’s wing-back Tyrick Mitchell claimed the left-back position after his spectacular volley helped the Eagles edge past West Ham United 2-1.
Deeney’s midfield selection includes Leeds United’s Anton Stach, who impressed with a sublime free-kick against Wolverhampton Wanderers, contributing to Leeds’ 3-1 victory at Molineux.
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Joining Iwobi in midfield is Liverpool’s Ryan Gravenberch, who opened the scoring in the Merseyside derby at Anfield and assisted Hugo Ekitike’s goal, helping Liverpool to a 2-1 win over Everton.
Iwobi’s performance was equally impressive, as he not only scored but also assisted in Fulham’s commanding 3-1 victory over Brentford.
“A fantastic goal and a brilliant assist in their win over Brentford. I really admire Alex’s style of play,” Deeney praised the Super Eagles midfielder in his BBC column.
“You can always count on him to deliver a solid 7.5 or 8 out of 10 for effort and determination every week.
“His goal was a superb half-volley through the defender’s legs, and the precision of his pass for Harry Wilson’s goal was spot on.
“If the pass had been too strong, Wilson would have needed to control it, and the opportunity would have been lost,” Deeney added.
Occupying the number ten position, Manchester United’s Bruno Fernandes secured a place after netting his 100th goal for the club in their 2-1 victory over Chelsea.
Fernandes is positioned behind two forwards: Sunderland’s Wilson Isidor and Liverpool’s Hugo Ekitike.
Isidor scored Sunderland’s lone goal in their match against Aston Villa at the Stadium of Light, despite his team being reduced to ten men early on due to a red card for Reinildo.
Meanwhile, Ekitike notched his third Premier League goal of the season in Liverpool’s 2-1 win over Everton, joining teammate Ryan Gravenberch in Deeney’s Team of the Week.
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