Gameweek 9 Best XI: Mbeumo Stars, Van de Ven Scores Twice, Onana Controls Midfield
Story: written by Joseph Okafor October 27,2025
Arsenal fans enjoyed a perfect weekend in the Premier League as their narrow 1-0 victory over Crystal Palace not only strengthened their hold at the top of the table but also widened the gap following crucial slip-ups by their closest challengers.
Liverpool suffered another setback with a 3-2 defeat to Brentford, while Manchester City’s struggles at Villa Park continued with a 1-0 loss in the West Midlands. Chelsea also faltered at Stamford Bridge, suffering a surprising 2-1 defeat to Sunderland that further damages their title hopes.
Manchester United, on the other hand, showcased attacking flair in a thrilling 4-2 win against Brighton & Hove Albion. Tottenham Hotspur reignited their challenge for the top positions by beating Everton 3-0, although they remain behind new second-place Bournemouth, who secured a strong 2-0 win against Nottingham Forest.
In the lower half, Burnley edged Wolves 3-2 in an entertaining clash, Newcastle United found a late winner to beat Fulham 2-1, and Leeds United continued West Ham United’s struggles with a 2-1 success of their own.
Based on performances across these fixtures, here is the Premier League Gameweek 9 Team of the Week selection.
Premier League Gameweek 9 Team of the Week
Goalkeeper: Nick Pope (Newcastle United)
Pope delivered a decisive display with four important saves and seven recoveries, helping the Magpies secure victory over Fulham.
Right-back: Matty Cash (Aston Villa)
The Polish defender struck the match-winning goal against Manchester City and created a key chance, contributing both offensively and defensively.
Centre-back: Kevin Danso (Tottenham Hotspur)
Danso recorded 18 clearances and won all six of his duels, proving vital to Spurs’ clean sheet at Everton.
Centre-back: Micky van de Ven (Tottenham Hotspur)
The Dutchman scored twice with powerful headers, becoming the first Spurs defender since 2013 to register a Premier League brace.
Left-back: Quilindschy Hartman (Burnley)
Hartman assisted both of Zian Flemming’s goals with excellent service, demonstrating his creativity from wide areas.
Right Midfield: Michael Kayode (Brentford)
Operating higher up the pitch, Kayode’s long throws and aggressive duels played a major role in Brentford’s win over Liverpool.
Central Midfield: Casemiro (Manchester United)
The Brazilian contributed a goal and assist, while also recovering possession frequently, as United overcame Brighton in a high-scoring encounter.
Central Midfield: Amadou Onana (Aston Villa)
Onana produced a dominant distribution display, completing 95% of his passes in the opposition half and controlling midfield against Manchester City.
⭐ Star Player of the Week
Left Midfield: Bryan Mbeumo (Manchester United)
Mbeumo scored twice, created a clear scoring chance, and completed four successful dribbles, narrowly missing out on a hat-trick against Brighton.
Striker: Matheus Cunha (Manchester United)
Cunha opened the scoring with a composed finish and set up another chance, marking a standout attacking performance.
Striker: Zian Flemming (Burnley)
Flemming converted two well-crafted goals from Hartman’s assists and was a constant threat, drawing multiple fouls from Wolves defenders.
