Erling Haaland will face a tough test in week 9 of the 2022/2023 Premier League. The Manchester City striker’s slick record of breaking into the opponent’s goal will be tested in the Manchester Derby on Sunday afternoon....CONTINUE READING THE FULL ARTICLE>>>
The Norwegian player has scored eleven goals in seven appearances. Haaland ranks first among Premier League top scorers. He’s also scored in his last five appearances in the Premier League so far.
His outstanding play early in the season has earned him a stunning 8.13 average rating by Whoscored, making him the league’s best player after the first eight rounds of matches.
In addition, Haaland is present in the Premier League’s best starting XI so far. He filled one of the two attacking positions on the list compiled by us (credit to Whoscored ratings).
Who are the players included in the Premier League’s best starting XI list so far? Check out the full article below.
Jordan Pickford– 7.26
At the goalkeeper position in the Premier League’s best starting XI list so far is the name Jordan Pickford. The Everton goalkeeper scored 7.26 points for his Premier League performances.
So far, Everton have conceded just six times in their seven matches. However, if not for Pickford’s toughness and brilliant reflexes, the Toffees could have conceded more.
Pickford has made 26 saves in his six appearances. In addition, the 28-year-old goalkeeper also recorded eight sweeps to block the opponent’s attack.
Pickford is also good at distributing passes. To date, he has recorded one assist and one key pass.
Kieran Trippier– 7.27
Kieran Trippier occupies the right fullback position in the Premier League’s best starting XI so far. The Newcastle United player has a score of 7.27 for his performances in the Premier League.
Trippier is one of the best modern fullbacks in the game today. He can defend and attack equally well.
In defence, the 32-year-old is formidable. In seven games, he recorded eight tackles, ten interceptions, 16 clearances, and four blocks.
Meanwhile, in the attacking aspect, Trippier has scored one goal from five shots taken. In addition, the Englishman has also made 13 key passes and recorded two successful dribbles.
Fabian Schar – 7.35
Filling one of the places in the centre-back position in the list of the Premier League’s best starting XI so far is the name Fabian Schar. The Newcastle United player’s performance in the Premier League has so far received a score of 7.35.
Schar is one of Newcastle’s mainstays in defence. The Swiss player was able to repay this trust well. He recorded nine tackles, 14 interceptions, 28 sweeps, and seven blocks.
On the other hand, Schar is also quite diligent in aiding attacks. The Swiss player had eleven shots, which resulted in one goal. In addition, he also recorded five successful passes.
Joachim Andersen – 7.27
Andersen has been Schar’s duet partner in the Premier League’s best starting XI (centre-backs). A score of 7.27 was awarded to the Crystal Palace man for his performance in the Premier League.
Andersen has been very solid for Palace in defence. The Dane has recorded ten tackles, nine interceptions, 59 clearances and seven blocks to keep out opposition attacks.
Andersen is also quite diligent in creating opportunities for his colleagues. He has recorded four key passes. In addition, he also scored one goal from two shots.
Joao Cancelo – 7.50
The left fullback position in the Premier League’s best starting XI list so far is occupied by Joao Cancelo. The Manchester City player was awarded a score of 7.50 for his performance in the Premier League.
Manchester City are very lucky to have Joao Cancelo. The Portuguese player is the ideal modern fullback, who can attack and defend equally well.
On the attacking side, Cancelo often strikes terror from the flanks of the opposition defense. He scored one goal from eight shots taken. In addition, Cancelo also recorded six key passes. The 28-year-old also recorded 13 successful dribbles.
In defense, Cancelo has recorded 13 successful tackles and eight interceptions so far. In addition, he has also recorded one successful block.
Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg (7.52)
The first position in midfield in the Premier League’s best starting XI so far goes to Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg. The Dane’s performance was rewarded with a score of 7.52 for his performance in the Premier League.
For Spurs fans, Hojbjerg is not as famous as Harry Kane or Son Heung Min. However, the Dane is the dynamo that keeps the London club’s engine running.
Hojbjerg released 458 passes with an accuracy of 90.6%. From these passes, he recorded one assist and nine key passes. In addition, Hojbjerg has also scored two goals from six shots so far.
Kevin De Bruyne – 7.79
Another name in the midfield position of the Premier League’s best starting XI so far is Kevin De Bruyne. The Manchester City man gets a score of 7.79 for his performances in the Premier League.
De Bruyne has been one of the main architects behind City’s successful start to the season. The Belgian player was directly involved in seven of City’s 23 goals. Apart from scoring one goal, De Bruye also provided six assists.
De Bruyne also created many opportunities for his teammates (25 key passes).
Joelinton – 7.36
Joelinton fills the third position in the midfield of the Premier League’s best starting XI so far. The Newcastle United player’s performance in the Premier League has so far received a score of 7.36.
Playing at the heart of the midfield, Joelinton is a figure who maintains the depth of Newcastle’s defence. The Brazilian player is trusted to block the opponent’s attack from midfield.
Joelinton was able to carry out this task well. He recorded 18 tackles, ten interceptions, 13 sweeps, and one block. In addition, the 186-centimetre tall player also recorded 12 successful aerial duels.
Joelinton is also a creative figure in Newcastle’s midfield. He recorded one assist and eleven key passes. Other than that, the 26-year old was also a difficult figure for opponents to defend against. He has recorded 17 successful dribbles in the Premier League so far.
Martin Odegaard – 7.38
The last name in the midfield of the Premier League’s best starting XI so far is Martin Odegaard. The Arsenal player got a score of 7.38 for his appearance in the Premier League.
Odegaard has been one of the best performers for the Gunners this season. He has scored three goals. The three goals were the result of 13 shots he took.
The Norwegian player is also quite prominent in terms of creating opportunities for his colleagues. Although he has not yet provided an assist, he has recorded ten key passes.
Aleksandar Mitrovic -7.79
The first position up front in the Premier League’s best starting XI so far goes to Aleksandar Mitrovic. The Fulham striker was awarded a score of 7.79 for his performance in the Premier League.
Mitrovic is the most threatening striker in the league this season. He has fired 31 shots in seven matches, an average of 4.4 shots per game. Mitrovic’s fierceness in targeting the opponent’s goal has certainly paid off. He has already scored six goals.
In addition, Mitrovic also often creates opportunities for other players. The Serbian player has recorded six key passes.
Erling Haaland–8.13
So far, Erling Haaland is the last name on the list of the Premier League’s best starting XI so far. The Manchester City forward scored 8.13 for his Premier League performance. This makes him the best player in the Premier League as of today.
City’s decision to recruit Haaland can be called the most appropriate decision in the transfer market last summer. Evidently, the Norwegian player immediately adapted and became the main goal scorer for City.
Of the 27 shots he’s taken, Haaland has scored eleven goals. This record makes the 22-year-old player the top scorer in the Premier League in 2022 and 2023.
