Alan Shearer has chosen the eleven players who most impressed him this past weekend in the top tier.
The player turned pundit naming his Premier League team of the week.
The NUFC legend including three who played pivotal roles at Craven Cottage against Fulham.
The Alan Shearer Premier League team of the week:
Martin Dubravka (Newcastle)
“Four saves, and he was calm and assured in Newcastle’s goal as they kept a much-needed clean sheet in the win at Fulham.”
Ben White (Arsenal)
“White showed why he’s been a key figure in Arsenal’s imperious backline by giving Brighton no joy down his side. He also put in some dangerous crosses.”
Fabian Schar (Newcastle)
“Shackled Rodrigo Muniz and won so many challenges, while he was unlucky that his goal was ruled out.”
Micky van de Ven (Spurs)
“What a strike from the Dutchman to restore Spurs’ lead just after half-time! Any striker would have been happy with that finish.”
Sergio Reguilon (Brentford)
“A threat all afternoon down Brentford’s left side and produced two brilliant assists.”
Kevin De Bruyne (Man City)
“He turned an awkward match for Man City into a fairly routine win with two superb goals. Right foot or left foot, he’s just so deadly.”
Bruno Guimaraes (Newcastle)
“Not a bad way to mark your 100th appearance for the club. He took his goal really well to seal an important three points.”
Jordan Clark (Luton)
“Clark produced a complete midfield performance and capped it off with a vital equaliser.”
Carlton Morris (Luton)
“The captain led by example, stepping up with the crucial late winner. He did brilliantly to get ahead of his marker and produce a fine finish.”
Kai Havertz (Arsenal)
“Ruthless again for Arsenal. He’s been incredible for them since the turn of the year and is now one of the first names on the teamsheet. He’s been an outstanding signing.”
Ollie Watkins (Aston Villa)
“While it was a poor result for Villa, he was such a handful for Brentford’s defence and showed excellent instincts for both goals.”
Manager: Mikel Arteta (Arsenal)
“Brighton had previously only lost one home match all season, but they couldn’t cope with Arsenal.”
Stats via BBC Sport:
Fulham 0 Newcastle 1 – Saturday 6 April 3pm
Goals:
Newcastle United:
Bruno 81
Fulham:
(Half-time stats in brackets)
Possession was Fulham 67% (71%) Newcastle 33% (29%)
Total shots were Fulham 14 (10) Newcastle 12 (2)
Shots on target were Fulham 4 (3) Newcastle 5 (0)
Corners were Fulham 14 (6) Newcastle 3 (0)
Referee: Sam Allison
Newcastle team v Fulham:
Dubravka, Krafth, Schar, Burn, Hall (Dummett 90+5), Longstaff, Bruno, Willock (Anderson 40), Murphy (Barnes 65), Isak, Gordon (Ritchie 90+5)
Unused subs:
Karius, Gillespie, White, Diallo, A Murphy
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(Fulham 0 Newcastle 1 – Absolutely class and committed second-half – Read HERE)
Newcastle United confirmed Premier League matches to mid-April 2024:
Saturday 13 April 2024 – Newcastle v Spurs (12.30pm) TNT Sports
Wednesday 24 April 2024 – Crystal Palace v Newcastle (8pm)
Saturday 27 April 2024 – Newcastle v Sheff Utd (3pm)
Saturday 4 May 2024 – Burnley v Newcastle
Newcastle United fixtures, including to be confirmed matches:
Saturday 11 May 2024 – Newcastle v Brighton
Sunday 19 May 2024 – Brentford v Newcastle (4pm)
***Man U v Newcastle waiting for rearranged date
Wednesday 22 May 2024 – Tottenham v Newcastle (at MCG – Melbourne Cricket Ground)
Friday 24 May 2024 – A-League All Stars team v Newcastle (at Marvel Stadium, Melbourne)