Fantasy Premier League Team Of The Week | FPL Gameweek 17
It was a successful weekend for both Arsenal and Aston Villa as the teams witnessed clubs below them falter with subpar performances or late-game collapses. Although the Gunners aren’t considered title favorites at this point, they have an opportunity to intensify the competition, especially with Manchester City participating in the Club World Cup.
The weekend took a somber turn with the unfortunate news of Tom Lockyer collapsing during the Bournemouth game, leading to the match’s understandable abandonment. Thankfully, the Luton captain is recovering in the hospital.
In another notable event, Sean Dyche returned to Burnley, showcasing his managerial prowess in specific circumstances and reinforcing his reputation as one of the best managers in the business. Everton also made headlines by achieving a rare feat – winning four consecutive games without conceding for the first time in over two decades.
Adding to the football highlights, Sports Dunia has unveiled its Team of the Week for Fantasy Premier League Gameweek 17 fixtures, recognizing standout performances from players during these matches.
Andre Onana (Manchester United)
Liverpool found themselves regretting missed opportunities against Manchester United, with the Red Devils goalkeeper, Andre Onana, delivering one of his standout performances since joining the English club. Onana, the Cameroonian shot-stopper, made a significant impact by producing eight crucial saves at Anfield.
This impressive feat marked the highest number of saves by a Manchester United goalkeeper without conceding since David de Gea accomplished a similar feat in January 2019.
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Michael Keane (Everton)
The dynamic defensive partnership of James Tarkowski and Jarrad Branthwaite at Everton had limited Michael Keane’s playing time in recent weeks. However, Keane made a strong comeback at his former club over the weekend.
Despite an initial attempt being blocked, Keane seized the opportunity presented by a fortuitous bounce to score Everton’s second goal against Burnley. Additionally, he played a pivotal role in defense, making eight clearances and two blocks, contributing significantly to his team’s victory over his former employers.
Dan Burn (Newcastle)
It wasn’t just Keane who capitalized on a second chance in front of goal this weekend; Newcastle’s Dan Burn also had a similar experience. After his initial attempt was saved by Fulham’s Bernd Leno, Burn showed excellent opportunism by being in the right place at the right time to convert the rebound.
In addition to his goal-scoring contribution, Burn displayed defensive prowess with four interceptions and a perfect record of winning all seven of his aerial battles at St James’ Park.
Ben Davies (Spurs)
Despite being shifted from his usual central position to the left-hand side, Dan Burn has adapted well, while Ben Davies has found himself in a reversed role amid Tottenham’s defensive challenges.
Davies showcased his versatility and effectiveness against Forest, winning five out of seven aerial battles, making six clearances, and impressively completing 92% of his passes. Ange Postecoglou praised Davies for his performance, highlighting his ability to seamlessly contribute to the team despite the change in position.
Dejan Kulusevski (Spurs)
Displaying his top-notch form in a Tottenham jersey once again, Dejan Kulusevski proved to be a challenging force for the Tricky Trees on Friday evening. The Swedish player showcased his skills by delivering a precise cross for Richarlison’s goal and later scoring the second for Spurs by smashing the ball past Matt Turner at the near post.
Kulusevski’s performance earned him a notable achievement, becoming only the fourth Tottenham player to both score and assist in consecutive Premier League away games. This puts him in the esteemed company of Son Heung-min, Dimitar Berbatov, and Harry Kane.
Bruno Guimaraes (Newcastle)
Amid ongoing speculation about Barcelona’s interest, Bruno Guimaraes enhanced his prospects for another significant transfer with a dazzling performance in the midfield against Fulham.
The Brazilian midfielder showcased his talent by providing an assist for his young teammate Lewis Miley, delivering the cross for Burn’s third goal, and creating a total of five chances during a morale-boosting success for his team. Guimaraes’ standout display undoubtedly added to the intrigue surrounding his potential move to a top club.
Amadou Onana (Everton)
Adding to the namesake theme in the gameweek 17 selection, Amadou Onana played a crucial role in Everton’s victory over Burnley on Saturday night. The Belgian midfielder opened the scoring with a commanding header, winning six aerial duels at Turf Moor.
Additionally, Onana displayed his dominance on the ground by emerging victorious in five out of six ground battles, contributing significantly to Everton’s success.
Lucas Paqueta (West Ham United)
Deployed in an unusual left-wing back role for selection purposes, Lucas Paqueta’s masterful playmaking performance in West Ham’s convincing victory over Wolves couldn’t be ignored. Paqueta orchestrated two assists for Mohammed Kudus and played a key role in setting up Jarrod Bowen’s goal.
With this remarkable display, Paqueta achieved the distinction of becoming only the second Brazilian to record three assists in a single Premier League game, following in the footsteps of Roberto Firmino.
Mohammed Kudus (West Ham United)
Benefiting from Lucas Paqueta’s first two assists at the London Stadium, Mohammed Kudus demonstrated once more why he was a shrewd acquisition for the Irons. The former Ajax player first unleashed a low strike past Daniel Bentley, with some suggesting the goalkeeper could have done better.
Kudus then calmly rolled the ball into the far corner, securing a brace in just 32 minutes—an accomplishment that stands as the quickest at the London Stadium in the Premier League to date.
Cole Palmer (Chelsea)
Making two crucial contributions at Stamford Bridge, Cole Palmer, a player expected to make a move this summer, played a pivotal role in unlocking the Sheffield United defense. Palmer scored by smashing home a Raheem Sterling cross and then showcased his playmaking skills by getting to the byline and providing an assist for Nicolas Jackson to double Chelsea’s lead.
Despite the opportunity to secure two assists, Palmer saw Armando Broja blaze his cutback over the bar with the goal at his mercy.
Jean-Philippe Mateta (Crystal Palace)
Despite the summer transfer window bringing desired moves for Palmer and Kudus, Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta opted to stay at Selhurst Park, seemingly accepting a secondary role to Odsonne Edouard. However, the Frenchman experienced an unexpected revival, scoring his second goal in as many weeks.
Mateta tapped the ball home against Manchester City, providing hope for the Eagles. Additionally, he exhibited sharpness by getting ahead of Phil Foden and winning the penalty, which Michael Olise confidently converted, contributing to a phenomenal comeback for Crystal Palace.