James Maddison ensured it was a 28th birthday to remember on Saturday by scoring twice in Tottenham Hotspur's incredible 4-0 victory at champions Manchester City.
Back in the starting line-up, Maddison put on a midfield masterclass at the Etihad Stadium as Spurs won in Manchester for the second time this season, having triumphed 3-0 at Old Trafford back in September.
Alan Shearer, the Premier League's record goalscorer and Hall of Fame inductee, names Maddison in his Team of the Week alongside team-mates Guglielmo Vicario, Pedro Porro and Dejan Kulusevski.
Guglielmo Vicario (Spurs)
"Managed to make several fine saves to keep a clean sheet despite playing 60 minutes with a broken ankle. Remarkable!"
Pedro Porro (Spurs)
"Was outstanding at both ends of the pitch and took his goal superbly."
Mario Lemina (Wolves)
"Starred in his new role at the back, putting in some great tackles and playing an excellent pass to create Wolves’ equaliser at Fulham."
Max Kilman (West Ham)
"An assured and error-free display from the centre-back, helping West Ham return to winning ways."
Dejan Kulusevski (Spurs)
"Was different class. Created the opening goal with a brilliant cross and caused havoc among the champions’ defence."
Martin Odegaard (Arsenal)
"A quality midfield display, creating Arsenal’s first goal against Nottingham Forest. His return to fitness is huge for the Gunners."
James Maddison (Spurs)
"Tucked away his two goals superbly and ran the show against the champions. Looked back to his best."
Maddison's second goal v Man City
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— Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) November 24, 2024
Matheus Cunha (Wolves)
"Simply magnificent. Scored with two sensational finishes and also provided an assist."
Mohamed Salah (Liverpool)
"How many times does he rescue Liverpool with his sheer quality?! Another two goals to earn a comeback win at Southampton."
Joao Pedro (Brighton)
"Scored the first goal and assisted the winner. Brighton look a different side when the Brazilian is fit and firing."
Bukayo Saka (Arsenal)
"Once again he delivered for the Gunners, with a goal and an assist. He combined effortlessly with Odegaard throughout."
Manager: Ange Postecoglou (Spurs)
"Got his tactics spot on, as his side inflicted Man City’s biggest Premier League defeat in seven years."
