Premier League Team of the Week XI

Premier League match week 4 delivered a weekend packed with eye-catching individual performances, from decisive saves and stubborn defensive displays to goals that changed the course of games in an instant.

Arsenal recovered from a nervy start at Sunderland, Manchester City survived a red-card setback to claim the Manchester derby, while Everton, Brighton, Brentford, Hull City and Leeds United each produced players who demanded attention.

That makes this Premier League team of the week a lively mix of familiar names and breakthrough performers, with places earned through what happened on the pitch rather than reputation alone. At one end, David Raya produced a crucial penalty save when Arsenal needed him most; at the other, Mohamed Belloumi and Kevin Schade delivered braces, while Dominic Calvert-Lewin bullied Newcastle’s back line during Leeds’ emphatic win.

The midfield brings further variety, pairing Elliot Anderson’s composure with Bruno Guimarães’ match-turning quality and Malick Yalcouyé’s attacking energy. There were plenty of strong candidates, but these 11 players made the biggest impression.

Defensive unit

1. David Raya, Arsenal, goalkeeper

Raya starts after saving a penalty against Sunderland with Arsenal under pressure. His stop kept the score level, then Guimarães opened the scoring 121 seconds later. Arsenal won 2-0, but Raya gave them the platform to recover.

2. Daniel Muñoz, Nottingham Forest, right-back

Five chances created and seven defensive duels say plenty. Muñoz constantly offered an outlet against Aston Villa, combining defensive work with the running Glasner demands.

3. Marc Guéhi, Manchester City, centre-back

City played most of the Manchester derby with ten men after Phil Foden saw red, yet Guéhi helped hold United at bay during a tense 1-0 victory. He led the match for blocks and clearances.

4. Jarrad Branthwaite, Everton, centre-back

Branthwaite produced a powerful display against Tottenham, using his strength in duels and composure in possession during Everton’s goalless draw. His passing gave Everton a calmer route out.

5. Vitaliy Mykolenko, Everton, left-back

Seven tackles against Spurs earned Mykolenko his place. He attacked every duel and gave Tottenham little room.