There was great midweek mayhem as Week 14 of the 2024/25 Premier League season entertained fans around the world.
More drama arrived in the title race as Liverpool dropped points to Arsenal and Chelsea achieved encouraging wins, while bottom three Southampton, Wolverhampton Wanderers and Ipswich Town all suffered defeats to make their fight against relegation that little bit tougher.
There were plenty of star turns throughout the English top flight, but which players impressed the most in Gameweek 14?
There was a time when Manchester City would be guaranteed players on this type of list after the week. Their problems of late mean that hasn’t been the case in recent weeks, but they managed to put that behind them for now as they won a 3-0 direct win over Nottingham Forest.
Jeremy Doku is a player who has struggled for consistency, but he made a significant impact on Wednesday night, doubling his tally for both. Premier League goals and assists this season with one each at the Etihad Stadium.
The Belgian found Kevin De Bruyne in the box as City doubled their lead and rounded off a nice night’s work with a delicious effort.
Alexander Isak is quickly developing a reputation as a Newcastle Unitedthe player of the big occasion and again increased com the Magpies dealt a blow to Liverpool’s title hopes.
The home side had started strongly, but Isak’s shot seemed to come out of nowhere, scoring the first goal from outside the area. The Swede then turned provider to set up Anthony Gordon as Newcastle went ahead again.
The points ended up being shared at St James’ Park, but Isak’s performance lit up Tyneside.
Rodri’s absence has obviously been keenly felt by City during their recent dismal run, but Kevin De Bruyne’s inactivity also played a big part in the slump.
There were even some talks about a rift between the 33-year-old player and Pep Guardiola before Forest’s visit, but there was little animosity between player and manager after his virtuoso display.
After five substitute appearances following his return from injury, De Bruyne started, scored and assisted as he split the visiting defense time and again with his precise passing.
It was one All points buffet for the Chelsea strikers at St Mary’s, although there will be pressure on Christopher Nkunku’s shoulders ahead of kick-off. He has had few opportunities in the Premier League and was handed the job by Enzo Maresca to replace the in-form Nicolas Jackson.
Any anxiety the Frenchman might have had was eased by a self-destructive Southampton who had generously given the Blues a 3-1 lead and a man advantage at half-time.
Nkunku capitalized by striking in the 17th minute and later set up Cole Palmer to boost his claims for a regular starting spot in the league.
His off-field contract situation it’s more than a threat to become a sideshow Liverpooll’s season, but it’s still not affecting Mohamed Salah’s ability to perform.
The Egyptian again proved his importance to the Reds by assisting Curtis Jones’ equalizer before putting his side in front with a brace, making him the Premier League’s top scorer this season with 13 goals.
Manager Arne Slot clearly adores Salah and who of the Liverpool persuasion wouldn’t right now? They will want this contract signed as soon as possible.
arsenal these days they are very good at playing the pieces, in case you hadn’t seen.
Key to their set-piece expertise has been defender Gabriel Magalhaes, but his absence meant the Gunners needed different specialists to supply the goods. Manchester United visited North London.
Not only did William Saliba make it 2-0 with the close pack, he made sure united He had virtually no joy in attack with his shrewd positioning and lost just four of his 71 passes.
