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#2 Defence
Seamus Coleman – Everton
Coleman, Everton’s first choice right-back, has been one of the best-attacking full-backs in the Premier League over the last couple of seasons. In this game, against a strong Southampton attack which boasted of an in-form Pelle, the defender didn’t venture forward too often, but still managed to grab an assist late in the game.
Defensively, Coleman made six clearances, being part of an exceptional defensive unit and keeping a clean sheet.
Daley Blind – Manchester United
A man of the match performance for Blind with 11 clearances, 3 interceptions and 95% pass accuracy sees him become a part of the Team of the Week. While Manchester United kept a second clean sheet, the performance must be a relief for the versatile player, who has received a lot of criticism in recent times for not being good enough as a centre back.
With a UEFA Champions League qualification round against Club Brugge up next, another good performance at the back may help him win over the Manchester United faithful.
Vincent Kompany – Manchester City
Two matches, two goals, two clean sheets and two appearances on this list for Vincent Kompany, whose side, Manchester City, sit atop the Premier League. While his defensive talents came under scrutiny last season, Kompany’s partnership with Mangala gave prolific Chelsea striker Diego Costa no chance of helping his team snatch even a single point from the game.
Aleksandar Kolarov – Manchester City
While his captain, Kompany, scored the goal and commanded the defence, the Serbian left-back made 5 clearances during the game. The 29-year-old ran and up down the wings with pace, crossing the ball a phenomenal 10 times during the match.
Kolarov has been competing with Gael Clichy for a spot in the team but such performances could make him indispensable for the Citizens.
