Premier League TOTW Gameweek 34: Liverpool, Wolves and Newcastle dominate after big wins | OneFootball

Is Alexis Mac Allister the most underrated player in Liverpool‘s title-winning team?

The Reds claimed their 20th English top-flight title at the weekend, and everyone in the squad is receiving their plaudits. But it feels as though, across the season, Mac Allister has been overlooked at times.

The Argentine put in a fantastic performance for Liverpool in their win over Tottenham Hotspur, and he’s been performing at that level for most of the season. Mac Allister ranks sixth in the Premier League for tackles at 95, and also fares well for possessions won, despite being played in a few different roles across the campaign.

Mac Allister is one of three Liverpool players in our Team of the Week for Gameweek 34, with Newcastle United also boasting a trio of entrants. But Wolverhampton Wanderers have gone one better, with four players included.

We’ve used our Squawka Score to determine the 11 picks, based on the statistical leaders for metrics relevant to their positions. And as ever, we’ve thrown an honourable mention XI for good measure.

GK: Robert Sanchez (Chelsea)

Robert Sanchez won the Man of the Match award during Chelsea‘s win over Everton, and it was deserved. He prevented 1.19 goals at Stamford Bridge, making three saves including one late on to seal the win. Despite a couple of nervy moments, the Spaniard was also strong in the air, with his five crosses caught the most of any goalkeeper in the Premier League this weekend.

Honourable mention: Kepa Arrizalabaga (78%)

RB: Kieran Trippier (Newcastle)

Kieran Trippier rolled back the years with his performance against Ipswich Town, providing two intentional assists during Newcastle’s 3-0 win. The Englishman didn’t have to do much defensive work against the now-relegated Tractor Boys, instead chipping in with 12 completed passes into the final third and six successful passes into the penalty area. Trippier also had two touches in the opposition box himself.

Honourable mention: Kenny Tete (66%)

CB: Emmanuel Agbadou (Wolves)

Wolves continued their climb up the Premier League table with a sixth consecutive win at the weekend. Emmanuel Agbadou was a rock at the back for Vitor Pereira’s side with five clearances and two tackles won alongside five possessions won in the defensive third. He was also reliable on the ball with a retention rate of 90.91%.

Honourable mention: Levi Colwill (72%)

CB: Dan Burn (Newcastle)

Another member of Newcastle’s defence against Ipswich, Dan Burn found the net for the Magpies, but that’s not why his Score is so high. The Englishman boasted a retention rate of 94.03% and was part of a defence that faced just 0.11 non-penalty Expected Goals. Burn himself made five clearances, won five aerial duels and possession three times in the defensive third.

Honourable mention: Toti Gomes (71%)

LB: Rayan Ait-Nouri (Wolves)

Rayan Ait-Nouri thrived in Wolves’ win over Leicester City at the weekend. The wing-back was a menace down the left flank with four take-ons completed, seven touches in the opposition box and one intentional assist. As part of Wolves’ defensive unit, Ait-Nouri also helped restrict Leicester to just two shots on target while he was on the pitch.

Honourable mention: Ryan Sessegnon (73%)

DM: Alexis Mac Allister (Liverpool)

Liverpool were crowned Premier League champions thanks to their win over Tottenham and Alexis Mac Allister bossed the midfield battle. He won four tackles in total, with won interception retaining possession. The Argentine also made seven ball recoveries and three possessions won in the middle third, alongside eight duels won overall. Mac Allister scored a goal and completed 100% of his passes into the final third.

Honourable mention: Casemiro (71%)

DM: Sandro Tonali (Newcastle)

Sandro Tonali was the metronome at the base of Newcastle’s midfield against Ipswich. The Italian made 21 accurate forward passes, more than any other Premier League midfielder this weekend. He also made eight passes into the penalty area, constantly looking to probe the Ipswich defence. In terms of the defensive side of his game, Tonali wasn’t overly busy but still won possession three times in the middle third and made six ball recoveries.

Honourable mention: Romeo Lavia (69%)

RW: Mo Salah (Liverpool)

Mo Salah went into the weekend having gone six games without a goal across all competitions, but that streak was finally ended against Tottenham. The Egyptian wasn’t just a goal threat with his 0.32 non-penalty xG, he also looked to hurt Tottenham with his creativity. Salah created five chances in total including one big chance, with 11 final third passes completed. He also had an incredible 11 touches in the opposition box.

Honourable mention: Jacob Murphy (68%)

No.10: Matheus Cunha (Wolves)

Matheus Cunha was directly involved in all three of Wolves’ goals against Leicester, scoring one alongside two intentional assists. The Foxes really couldn’t handle the Brazilian, who ended the game with three shots on target, posting 0.83 non-penalty post-shot xG and 19 final third passes completed. Cunha also created three chances and had four touches in the opposition box, a real threat from all angles.

Honourable mention: Bruno Fernandes (69%)

LW: Cody Gakpo (Liverpool)

Cody Gakpo was another player to find the net in Liverpool’s big win over Tottenham,, making it 3-1 in the first half. The Dutchman scored with his only shot on target, while recording a non-penalty post-shot xG of 0.92. Gakpo also had five touches in the opposition box and completing five final third passes. He was just as impactful in winning the ball back for Tottenham, with two tackles won and four ball recoveries.

Honourable mention: Noni Madueke (70%)

ST: Jorgen Strand Larsen (Wolves)

Jorgen Strand Larsen completes our Team of the Week after his goal in Wolves’ win over Leicester. The Norwegian striker had four shots in total against the Foxes, posting an xG of 0.94. He also won three aerial duels, had seven touches in the opposition box and completed one lay-off pass. Wolves fans will be very happy the club have triggered the option to buy Larsen in his initial loan deal.