On October 5th and 6th, the seventh round of the 2024/25 English Premier League featured a series of matches showcasing consistent performances from major clubs and two high-scoring games.
Gabriel Andersen presents Sportsmacro’ Best XI for Matchday 7!
Formation: 3-4-3
Coach: Arne Slot
While no manager displayed particularly exceptional tactics this round, the honor goes to the coach of the team confidently leading the Premier League table.
Goalkeeper: Robert Sánchez (Chelsea)
The Spanish shot-stopper made eight saves, with his most notable stop occurring at the end of the first half when he thwarted Murillo’s dangerous attempt.
Center-backs:
– Virgil van Dijk (Liverpool)
Van Dijk’s strong defensive display in Liverpool’s 1-0 victory over Crystal Palace earned him a spot in the lineup. The Dutch defender won an impressive eight aerial duels.
– Ethan Pinnock (Brentford)
Pinnock played a crucial role in Brentford’s wild 5-3 win over Wolverhampton, also finding the back of the net.
– Nathan Collins (Brentford)
Collins, like Pinnock, scored in the same match, contributing to their strong defensive performance.
Midfield:
– Mateo Kovačić (Manchester City)
Kovačić was the hero for Manchester City, scoring twice in their 3-2 win against Fulham, a remarkable achievement for a player typically in a defensive role.
– Cole Palmer (Chelsea)
Despite Chelsea’s 1-1 draw with Nottingham Forest, Palmer stood out, providing the assist for Madueke’s goal, completing 85% of his passes, and registering six shots on target. With six goals and five assists this season, he’s been a top performer.
– Mikkel Damsgaard (Brentford)
Although Damsgaard didn’t score, he assisted two goals and excelled in midfield, controlling the play during Brentford’s victory.
– Facundo Buonanotte (Leicester)
Buonanotte scored the only goal in Leicester’s 1-0 win over Bournemouth, showcasing his dribbling skills and finishing with a well-placed shot.
Left Winger: Cody Gakpo (Liverpool)
Gakpo continued his assist streak, providing a setup for Diogo Jota’s goal against Crystal Palace. Defensively, he contributed with one tackle, three interceptions, and two aerial duels won.
Right Winger: Bukayo Saka (Arsenal)
Saka had a standout performance against Southampton, scoring one goal and providing two assists in the second half.
Striker: Danny Welbeck (Brighton)
Welbeck played a pivotal role in Brighton’s 3-2 win over Tottenham, showcasing his experience and goal-scoring ability.
Danny Welbeck has surpassed Eric Cantona in total Premier League goals.
