Troy Deeney's Premier League Team of the Week: Benitez, Doku, Maresca Included
BBC pundit Troy Deeney selects his Premier League Team of the Week, featuring Walter Benitez, Jeremy Doku, and manager Enzo Maresca, and asks fans to share their views.
BBC football pundit Troy Deeney has named his Premier League Team of the Week for the latest round of matches, with selections spanning Crystal Palace, Brighton, Leeds, Coventry, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Manchester City. Deeney singled out Crystal Palace goalkeeper Walter Benitez, whose save from Liam Delap's close-range effort he described as the turning point in Palace's win, suggesting the game would have been over had it gone in.
In defence, Deeney included Brighton's Ferdi Kadioglu for a crucial second-half block, and Crystal Palace's Jefferson Lerma, a central midfielder deployed at centre-back, who scored and made key tackles while initiating play from the back. Leeds' James Justin earned praise for his versatility and an "unbelievable goal," while Coventry's Ethan Pinnock was recognized for his physical presence and calming influence since joining from Brentford. Arsenal's Riccardo Calafiori was listed as arguably Arsenal's best forward at present, offering defensive solidity and attacking output.
The midfield featured Chelsea's Jordan Henderson, who scored twice including a free-kick, and Coventry's Matt Grimes, an unsung hero who Deeney said proved he can step up against Newcastle. Manchester City's Rayan Cherki was described as the best player to watch in world football, while Chelsea's Joao Pedro was tipped for a prolific season with Morgan Rogers and Cole Palmer behind him.
Up front, Manchester City's Jeremy Doku was selected after changing the game with a goal and assist following Ryan Gravenberch's red card. Deeney suggested that if Doku maintains that form, City could win the league and go far in the Champions League. Enzo Maresca was named manager of the week for guiding his team to a win at Anfield, with Deeney highlighting his tactical substitution of Doku and his ability to galvanize the squad.
Deeney's picks have sparked debate among supporters, with some fans questioning certain inclusions and others backing his selections. The article invites readers to share their own Team of the Week via the comments form, emphasizing that these are Deeney's opinions rather than official awards.
