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Troy Deeney Names Premier League Team of the Week Featuring Rice, Konsa, Van Hecke, McBurnie

Troy Deeney Names Premier League Team of the Week Featuring Rice, Konsa, Van Hecke, McBurnie
English Premier League · 21:58:51 - Tuesday, 3 November 2026

BBC Sport pundit Troy Deeney has revealed his Premier League Team of the Week following the latest round of matches, highlighting standout performances from Arsenal, Tottenham, Coventry and Hull City.

Goalkeeper and Defence

Brighton's Bart Verbruggen earns the goalkeeper spot after a series of crucial saves in a 1-0 win at Manchester City. The back four features Tottenham's Archie Gray, who scored and defended well against Crystal Palace; Arsenal's Ezri Konsa, described as a "beast" in the 1-0 victory at Anfield; Tottenham's Jan Paul van Hecke, who added a goal to his growing influence; and Arsenal's Jurrien Timber, who recovered from a missed shirt-pull incident to defend solidly at full-back.

Midfield

Chelsea's Romeo Lavia is selected for his constant presence breaking up play and providing an assist against Manchester United, while Arsenal captain Declan Rice earns praise for an all-action display that included a goal contribution.

Attack

Coventry's Tatsuhiro Sakamoto and Taiwo Awoniyi are recognized for their hard work and a spectacular solo goal respectively in a vital win over Sunderland. Aston Villa's Johan Manzambi continues his impressive form with another assist, and Hull City's Ollie McBurnie epitomizes his side's fighting spirit with goals and assists in a draw against Ipswich.

Manager

Coventry boss Frank Lampard receives the manager nod for a front-footed, aggressive approach in a six-pointer against Sunderland, with a special mention for Arsenal's Mikel Arteta for securing a win at Liverpool.

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