A compact midweek schedule left Premier League sides playing three games in seven days, producing surprise results and notable individual displays. Using FotMob\u2019s match ratings, these five performances from Gameweek 15 stood out.<\/p>\n
Anthony Gordon influenced Newcastle United\u2019s 2\u20131 win over ten-man Burnley on Saturday. Newcastle\u2019s victory was routine for long periods, aside from a nervy spell after Burnley were awarded a spot kick, and Gordon was central to the attack. He scored from the penalty spot, completed more dribbles (3) than anyone on the pitch, hit the woodwork twice and created two chances. His showing even managed to outshine teammate Bruno Guimar\u00e3es.<\/p>\n
Xavi Simons provided Tottenham Hotspur with a goal and an assist against Brentford. Simons supplied a pinpoint cross for Richarlison\u2019s tap-in opener, then produced a composed solo finish. He recovered possession in his own half, robbed Brentford, sped into the penalty area and slid the ball beyond Caoimh\u00edn Kelleher. The result will give Tottenham optimism that Simons can build momentum after a quiet start to English football.<\/p>\n
Hugo Ekitik\u00e9 was one bright figure in Liverpool\u2019s 3\u20133 draw with Leeds United. Starting ahead of Alexander Isak, the French forward troubled Leeds throughout and made decisive contributions in the second half. He capitalised on a misplaced pass from Joe Rodon to score into the bottom corner, and then converted Conor Bradley\u2019s cross with the aid of a ricochet off Leeds goalkeeper Lucas Perri.<\/p>\n
Rayan Cherki produced an eye-catching performance in Manchester City\u2019s 3\u20130 win over Sunderland. Limited earlier by an early-season injury, he displayed a range of flicks and tricks and provided a rabona assist for Phil Foden. He also registered a second assist that owed much to R\u00faben Dias\u2019s long-range effort. Cherki completed more dribbles (5) and created more chances (6) than any other player on the pitch, and he played a key role in breaking down Sunderland\u2019s five-man rearguard.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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