Our XI consists of standout performers from Burnley, Brighton, Brentford, Chelsea, Manchester City, West Ham, Sheffield United, and Fulham, as the thrilling Premier League action resumed over the Easter weekend following a three-week break.
Arijanet Muric – Burnley
Burnley goalkeeper Arijanet Muric, who made only his second league start of the season at Stamford Bridge on Saturday, showcased an impressive performance.
The 25-year-old made a remarkable 11 saves, in addition to three high claims and one tackle, resulting in a WhoScored rating of 8.63.
Dara O’Shea – Burnley
Republic of Ireland defender Dara O’Shea scored his second-ever Premier League goal as Burnley secured a well-deserved point against Chelsea. O’Shea’s performance included a tackle, an interception, four clearances, and two blocks, earning him a WhoScored rating of 7.91.
Lewis Dunk – Brighton
Despite Brighton’s narrow loss at Anfield on Sunday, Seagulls captain Lewis Dunk stood out with a solid defensive display.
The 32-year-old won four aerial duels, made one tackle, three interceptions, eight clearances, and three blocks, leading to a WhoScored rating of 7.72.
Kirstoffer Ajer – Brentford
Brentford’s Kristoffer Ajer scored in consecutive Premier League matches by netting a late equalizer against Manchester United.
Ajer’s 98th-minute goal came after a strong defensive performance, making two tackles, one interception, three clearances, and three aerial wins, resulting in a WhoScored rating of 7.62.
Cole Palmer – Chelsea
Cole Palmer’s goal involvements for Chelsea in the Premier League this season exceeded 20 as he scored both goals in their draw with Burnley. Palmer has been involved in goals in his last three league matches and five of his last six.
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The 21-year-old scored two goals out of nine attempts, made five key passes, and completed three dribbles, earning a WhoScored rating of 9.20.
Rodri – Man City
In the title showdown between Manchester City and Arsenal on Sunday, Rodri delivered an impressive performance in midfield.
City’s No.16 completed seven dribbles, at least four more than any other player on the pitch. Rodri also contributed with three key passes, 10 accurate long balls, one tackle, and one clearance, resulting in a WhoScored rating of 8.25.
Josh Cullen – Burnley
Josh Cullen, Burnley midfielder, scored his first-ever Premier League goal in impressive fashion at Stamford Bridge on Saturday.
He volleyed the ball into the net from outside the box just two minutes into the second half to level the score for the visitors. Cullen also made an interception and three key passes before providing the assist for Dara O’Shea to equalize for Burnley in the 81st minute.
Mohamed Kudus – West Ham
Mohammed Kudus, the West Ham star, has been named our Premier League player of the week with a WhoScored rating of 9.34 after his outstanding performance against Newcastle.
Despite West Ham’s loss at St James’ Park, Kudus played a crucial role in their game, helping them take a 3-1 lead shortly after half time. He scored and assisted in a Premier League match for the first time, in addition to making five tackles, two key passes, and six successful dribbles in an exceptional individual display.
Ben Brereton – Sheffield United
Sheffield United’s loanee Ben Brereton showcased his talent by scoring two goals against Fulham, making it four goals in five league appearances for the Blades.
The 24-year-old opened the scoring after 58 minutes and then provided an assist for Oliver McBurnie ten minutes later, before adding another goal two minutes after that. Brereton also contributed defensively with two tackles, one clearance, two blocks, and one key pass, earning a WhoScored rating of 8.90.
Oliver Mc Burnie – Sheffield United
Brereton’s teammate Oliver McBurnie also had an impressive performance, scoring a goal and providing an assist in the same match against Fulham.
McBurnie assisted the opening goal and then scored the second goal for the home side, his fifth league goal of the season. Additionally, McBurnie won eight aerial duels, made two tackles, and two clearances, resulting in a WhoScored rating of 8.69.
Rodrigo Muniz – Fulham
On the opposing side, Fulham’s striker Rodrigo Muniz continued his excellent form by scoring a spectacular goal in stoppage time against Sheffield United.
The 22-year-old Brazilian has been in remarkable goalscoring form, with eight goals in his last eight league matches. Since the beginning of February, no Premier League player has scored more goals than Muniz.