Rio Ngumoha (Liverpool): This kid is so talented! Young, energetic, carefree. He’s not afraid to get to his defender and make something happen every time. It was an amazing goal. He just looks like a young kid having fun, which is the best thing about his game.
Alex Scott (Bournemouth): After the England call-up, I thought Scott was a bit out of it and not really himself – perhaps feeling a bit sorry for himself because he couldn’t perform well for his national team. But it seems he has got his charm back. Going up against Declan Rice, what you have to do is match his running and that’s what he did. He matched him physically – his intensity and his tackling. And obviously a wonderful goal to end a wonderful performance.
Casemiro (Manchester United): Even though he was on the losing team, his performance against Leeds was excellent. I don’t know if it’s because he’s leaving at the end of the season but it feels like the pressure is off on him. They will benefit greatly from one more goal. He was Man Utd’s biggest focal point in attack and cleared one off the line. That was very, very good.
Ryan Cherky (Manchester City): My favorite player in the Premier League. I’m glad people are starting to see what a good football player this guy is. Honestly, he’s like Toys ‘R’ Us for adults – you get excited every time he plays. It’s amazing to watch, not only did he dominate the second half but he plays with a ‘just pass me the ball and see what I do’ style. His pass to Marc Guhi for the second goal, everyone was looking on the outside and he simply delivered a little pass with the outside left foot. It’s easy when you’re talking about it, but to do it at that pace… he’s honestly one of the best players in world football.
Noah Okafor (Leeds United): Two goals for him after making such a change down the left. His double probably sealed Leeds staying in the Premier League, so it’s fair enough for him.
