Tottenham Hotspur produced an outstanding display in Sunday's 3-0 win at Manchester United, aided by Micky van de Ven's brilliance in both defence and attack.
The Dutch defender recorded a clean sheet, showcasing his exceptional recovery pace on several occasions, while also delivering a stunning assist in the third minute as he raced from his own half through Man Utd's midfield and breached their backline to set up Brennan Johnson for the opener.
Alan Shearer, the Premier League's record goalscorer and Hall of Fame inductee, was highly impressed by Van de Ven's performance at Old Trafford and has named the defender among FOUR Spurs players in his Team of the Week.
Mads Hermansen (Leicester)
"It may seem strange including a goalkeeper who conceded four goals, but he made six or seven great saves as Leicester threatened an upset at Arsenal until the final moments."
James Justin (Leicester)
"TWO goals at Emirates Stadium, including a stunning volley. I would have been proud of that one!"
Micky van de Ven (Spurs)
"Ange Postecoglou plays with a high line and likes his players to get on the front foot. Van de Ven showed again why he is a perfect fit, with his speed both defensively and for his brilliant assist."
Van de Ven's assist v Man Utd
The assist of the season so far by Micky van de Ven? 🤔pic.twitter.com/O2tXVARklg
— Premier League (@premierleague) September 30, 2024
Lewis Hall (Newcastle)
"A really solid performance, helping to limit a free-scoring Manchester City side to just a single goal."
Brennan Johnson (Spurs)
"A goal and an assist to continue his fine run of form for Spurs. He's undroppable in this form."
Dejan Kulusevski (Spurs)
"He was brilliant again playing as a No 8 alongside James Maddison, and capped off his performance with a goal."
James Maddison (Spurs)
"A midfield masterclass. Ran the show against Man Utd at Old Trafford and is simply a joy to watch at the moment."
Dwight McNeil (Everton)
"Stepped up when Everton needed him the most. Two goals with his wand of a left foot to secure a much-needed first win of the season."
Antoine Semenyo (AFC Bournemouth)
"He's really caught the eye this season, and scored another spectacular goal against Southampton. A real talent."
Liam Delap (Ipswich)
"Two great goals, which will make him feel he belongs at this level. He could be the key to Ipswich staying up."
Cole Palmer (Chelsea)
"FOUR goals in the first half, which had never happened before in the Premier League. The free-kick in particular was sensational. What a player!"
Manager: Ange Postecoglou (Spurs)
"He's gone to Old Trafford and beaten Man Utd convincingly. Spurs look to have kicked into gear and will be a handful for any side right now."
