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Shearer: Muniz gave Van Dijk a torrid time

8 Apr 2025
Shearer TOTW

Premier League's record goalscorer hails Fulham's forward as he picks his best XI of Matchweek 31

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Fulham became the first side to hand Liverpool a Premier League away defeat this season, and Rodrigo Muniz played a crucial part in Sunday's 3-2 success.

With his pressing from the front, the forward gave Virgil van Dijk an uncomfortable afternoon and ultimately score the decisive goal as Marco Silva's team boosted their chances of European qualification for next season.

Muniz's goal and all-round performance has earned him a place in the Team of the Week selected by Alan Shearer, the Premier League's record goalscorer and Hall of Fame inductee. 

Shearer team line-up

Dean Henderson (Crystal Palace)
“He played a big part in Crystal Palace’s win over Brighton, making several important saves.” 

Tino Livramento (Newcastle)
“Outstanding. Solid at the back and really added to Newcastle's attacking play." 

Calvin Bassey (Fulham)
"A rock-solid display from the Fulham centre-back, playing a key role in the shock win against leaders Liverpool.”

Antonee Robinson (Fulham)
“What a season he is having! Robinson didn’t give Mohamed Salah a kick all game.”

Daniel Munoz (Crystal Palace)
“Excellent up-and-down the right flank, and scored the winning goal. Another impressive performance."

Jacob Murphy (Newcastle)
“His two early goals at Leicester added to what is already a wonderful season, having cemented his position in the Newcastle team.”

Morgan Rogers (Aston Villa)
“Produced a standout performance against Nottingham Forest to push Aston Villa right into the UEFA Champions League mix. He carried on his superb campaign.”

Brennan Johnson (Spurs)
“He delivered when Ange Postecoglou really needed it. His two well-taken goals sunk Southampton.”  

Rodrigo Muniz (Fulham)
“The Fulham forward gave Van Dijk and Liverpool’s backline a torrid afternoon.”

Muniz's goal v Liverpool

Jean-Philippe Mateta (Crystal Palace)
“He once again led the line superbly. Capped off a memorable day for Palace with a wonderful goal.”

Evanilson (AFC Bournemouth)
“Added two more goals to his tally. What a fantastic signing he has been for Bournemouth.”

Manager: Marco Silva (Fulham)
“His tactics were spot-on as Fulham became the first side to hand Liverpool an away defeat this season.”

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