When it comes to Premier League opponents Wilfried Zaha is one of the toughest you can face, but on his maiden start Reece James handled the tricky winger like a seasoned pro.
James shone in Chelsea's 2-0 win over Crystal Palace, contesting more duels than any team-mate and making the most interceptions.
The right-back's performance caught the eye of Premier League Champion Alan Shearer, who put the teenager straight into his Team of the Week.
"What a first start," said the competition's all-time leading goalscorer.
"The 19-year-old was head-to-head with dribble king Zaha but bossed his battle with the winger."
💪 @LCFC and @LFC each have 3⃣ players in @alanshearer's Team of the Week
— Premier League (@premierleague) November 11, 2019
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Ben Foster (WAT) NOR 0-2 WAT
A second Team-of-the-Week performance in a row! A clean sheet and a first win of the season that included a succession of great saves.
Reece James (CHE) CHE 2-0 CRY
What a first start. The 19-year-old was head-to-head with dribble king Zaha but bossed his battle with the winger.
Jonny Evans (LEI) LEI 2-0 ARS
Getting better with age. At 31 he has become a key cog in one of the league's best teams.
Dejan Lovren (LIV) LIV 3-1 MCI
A superb defensive display including a vital block to deny Raheem Sterling a goal on his Anfield return.
Andrew Robertson (LIV) LIV 3-1 MCI
His passes up to the forwards and crosses into the box, including an assist for Mohamed Salah, were fantastic.
John Lundstram (SHU) TOT 1-1 SHU
Yet another impressive display. He covered more ground than anyone else on the pitch and ran the midfield.
Fabinho (LIV) LIV 3-1 MCI
Immense. A great goal from long range and his closing down and tackling was non-stop.
Mateo Kovacic (CHE) CHE 2-0 CRY
Silky passing and dominant throughout. Jorginho starred last week but Kovacic ensured Chelsea did not miss their suspended midfielder.
James Maddison (LEI) LEI 2-0 ARS
Scored a great goal and his all-round touch and technique was very impressive.
Marcus Rashford (MUN) MUN 3-1 BHA
Pace and trickery. He scored a sixth goal of the season and was a constant threat going forward.
Jamie Vardy (LEI) LEI 2-0 ARS
A goal and an assist. The Premier League's top scorer is leading by example for the fantastic Foxes.
Manager: Brendan Rodgers (LEI)
What a job he is doing. Leicester City dominated Arsenal and their fine form shows no signs of stopping.
