Three Spurs stars make Troy Deeney’s Premier League Team of the Week
Three Tottenham players have captured the attention of former Premier League striker Troy Deeney, making it into his Team of the Week following a stellar 4-0 victory over Manchester City.
Spurs’ dazzling display against City
Tottenham Hotspur stunned the footballing world last weekend as they handed Manchester City a crushing defeat, delivering one of their finest performances under manager Ange Postecoglou.
The comprehensive 4-0 victory was a showcase of tactical discipline, individual brilliance, and collective spirit, leaving fans and pundits alike in awe.
From goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario’s assured presence between the posts to the attack led by Dominic Solanke, every Spurs player seemed to rise to the occasion against Pep Guardiola’s side.
The reigning champions, known for their dominance and firepower, were outplayed in every department.
Such a performance naturally drew praise from football analysts, with Troy Deeney, speaking to the BBC, highlighting three standout stars who made his Premier League Team of the Week.
This recognition underlines just how exceptional Tottenham’s display was, not only in securing the win but in the manner they dismantled a side many regard as the best in Europe.
Deeney’s picks: Davies, Porro, and Maddison shine
For Deeney, it was impossible to overlook the contributions of Ben Davies, Pedro Porro, and James Maddison, each of whom played a crucial role in Tottenham’s triumph.
Speaking to the BBC, Deeney did not hold back in his praise for the trio, highlighting their impact on the game.
On Ben Davies, Deeney admitted he initially had doubts: “He was excellent against Manchester City. I, like many others, thought he would be the weak link against City, and expected Erling Haaland to get away from him and score. But that wasn’t the case – he was excellent, excellent, excellent.”
Turning to Pedro Porro, a player who often divides opinion, Deeney acknowledged the Spaniard’s standout contribution: “I’m not usually a big lover of this guy, I think he is a massive luxury. But defensively he was good and he had the goal and assist.”
Finally, James Maddison earned Deeney’s nod for his commanding performance in midfield: “I pick him as the 10. He got a couple of goals and was excellent. There was loads of pressure on him, lots of fans started to turn on him and he showed why we think so highly of him.”
The bigger picture: consistency is key
While the recognition for Ben Davies, Pedro Porro, and James Maddison is well deserved, it is a testament to the team’s overall performance that so many players stood out.
Davies, often seen as a dependable but understated presence, receiving praise feels particularly satisfying. That said, this result should not be seen as an endpoint but rather as a standard to uphold.
The Premier League is an unforgiving battleground, and Tottenham must carry this level of intensity and quality into their upcoming fixtures, starting with the weekend clash against Fulham.
Consistency has been a sticking point for Spurs in recent seasons, and while the win against Manchester City was monumental, building on it will be the true test of their progress under Postecoglou.
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