Premier League Matchweek 22 delivered right from the first game of the round. Newcastle have surged up the table in recent weeks, but they were embarrassed by Bournemouth 4-1 at St James’ Park. Manchester City ran riot at Portman Road.
Manchester United lose once again to Brighton, while Arsenal drop points after going two goals up against Aston Villa. Chelsea finally got back to winning ways against Wolves, and Liverpool left it late against a stubborn Brentford side.
Let’s rank the top five players from Premier League Matchweek 22.
Trevoh Chalobah
Crystal Palace or Chelsea? No Problem! Chalobah was called back from his loan at Selhurst Park, and he slotted right back into the Chelsea team.
Chalobah made an impressive 12 clearances, an assist, while creating the most chances, completing 96% of his passes and also winning 80% of his aerial duels. His calm and composed performance against Wolves won him the Man of the match award and helped Chelsea get back to winning ways.
Mateo Kovacic
Mateo Kovacic was in the mood in midfield for Manchester City against Ipswich. He was instrumental in dictating the pace of the game. Kovacic completed his passes with a stunning 96% accuracy, the highest among all players on the pitch. He also contributed a goal and assist.
Phil Foden
Foden was directly involved in 3 goals against Ipswich, scoring two and assisting another. The Englishman continues his recent good form as Manchester City look to get back fully into their groove in the second half of the 2024/25 campaign.
Jean-Philippe Mateta
Jean-Philippe Mateta has been in fine form of late, and Matchweek 22 saw him lead Crystal Palace past Graham Potter’s West Ham. The Frenchman scored twice to help Palace earn an important away win.
Justin Kluivert
Topping the list for Matchweek 22 is Justin Kluivert of Bournemouth. His performance against Newcastle was nothing short of spectacular. Kluivert scored a hat-trick and assisted a goal. He completed 3 dribbles and made 4 key passes while creating 3 chances. Justin Kluivert’s display not only secured an important win for Bournemouth but also made him the standout player of the Premier League matchweek 22.
