Hey there football fans! Garth Crooks is back with his Team of the Week, and let me tell you, it’s a cracker! We’ve got some amazing players and some unforgettable moments to talk about. So, grab a cuppa and let’s dive in!
First up, let’s talk about Gugliemo Vicario from Tottenham. This guy made some incredible saves against Fulham, setting Spurs up for another clean sheet. Clean sheets win titles, and while I’m not saying Spurs will win the league, they’re sitting pretty at the top for now.
Next, we have Diogo Dalot from Manchester United. His goal was an absolute beauty, and it’s a shame Sheffield United couldn’t get a point from their impressive performance. Manchester United, on the other hand, need to up their game if they want to please their fans.
Virgil Van Dijk from Liverpool is slowly finding his form again, and Everton’s Ashley Young’s sending off was questionable. But hey, Liverpool have Van Dijk to rely on in defense.
Kieran Trippier from Newcastle delivered an outstanding volleyed pass that led to a goal. Newcastle is on fire lately, and Eddie Howe is doing wonders for the team. Let’s hope Gareth Southgate keeps his job, or else England might miss out on a great coach.
James Maddison from Tottenham is a player who fits the club perfectly. He’s a real football technician in midfield, and his goal against Fulham was just the beginning. He’s got the skills to create opportunities for his teammates and make Spurs play proper football.
Declan Rice from Arsenal had a brilliant goal, but let’s talk about the referee’s decision to award Chelsea a penalty. It was worse than awful! The rules need some serious reconsideration. Luckily, Rice’s goal inspired Arsenal to bounce back.
Douglas Luiz from Aston Villa is a force to be reckoned with. He’s got the same influence on his team as Dennis Mortimer did back in the day. Aston Villa’s performance against West Ham was top-notch.
Jeremy Doku from Manchester City had a field day against Brighton. The poor decision to assign James Milner to mark him was a disaster waiting to happen. Doku’s speed was too much for Milner to handle.
Mo Salah from Liverpool is back to his brilliant best. He’s playing unselfishly and supporting his team like a true leader. It’s time for Salah to have a word with Luiz Diaz and tell him to cut out the theatrics.
Erling Haaland from Manchester City showed his hunger for goals with a fantastic strike against Brighton. City’s difficult period might be over if Haaland keeps scoring. Let’s see what he can do in the Champions League.
Bryan Mbeumo from Brentford scored a stunning goal, and it was worth the wait for Brentford’s first home win of the season. Mbeumo has been quietly impressive, and Brentford might have a tough decision to make if Arsenal comes knocking for Ivan Toney.
Now, let’s talk about a memorable moment involving Sir Bobby Charlton and Nelson Mandela. During the 1982 World Cup, I had the privilege of working with Sir Bobby as a rookie TV pundit. We watched the match between Italy and Brazil, and Sir Bobby was moved to tears by the Italians’ victory. It was a reminder of the passion and emotion that football can evoke.
That’s it for this week’s Team of the Week. Stay tuned for more exciting football action, and remember, football is not just a game, it’s a rollercoaster of emotions!