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Diallo thrives in unknown role
For the established full-back, the full-back role must be liberating and must grant him permission to embark on an adventure in the other half. Amad Diallo faced the least desirable situation against Ipswich, a striker forced to retreat when slotting in on the right of Rubén Amorim's 3-4-2-1. Diallo maintained his attacking aggressiveness, immediately attacking and evading challenges to set up Marcus Rashford's early opener. He was responsible defensively and one of United's brightest players in a largely dismal performance, even threatening a late goal when he cut inside the area to let fly. Diallo is most likely just a stopgap in the position, but his adaptability has some value as Amorim searches for his best XI. Taha Hashim
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Delap shows stomach for Ipswich fight
Towards the end of the first half against manchester unitedIpswich's Liam Delap opted for the unnecessary. With the ball coming out to shoot, the forward charged Noussair Mazraoui, causing a square between the two. Delap was lucky to avoid a yellow card, but his need for a fight is what makes him a player. He bothered United when they dropped deep, using his movements and dunks to gain space and penetrate the box. His evening, however, was ruined by André Onana, who saved twice from close range (the first a stunner with his right arm outstretched) preventing Delap from improving on an already impressive scoring record in the Premier League. The 21-year-old has received seven yellow cards this season for his club and the England Under-21 team. He plays to the limit but has not stumbled yet. T.H.
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Spurs should follow Kulusevski's example
At 24 years old, and five years into his professional career, Dejan Kulusevski has no doubts about where Tottenham are. brilliant performance at Manchester City rows. “I would say it is the best result of my career, it is a great night for the entire club, for the coach (Ange Postecoglou), for the players, but it is not a turning point,” said the forward. “We have to be better in other games.” The Swede, who impressed throughout, was also optimistic about his own abilities. “I have something that no other player has. So you can't compare me to any other player: this is what I'm looking for. Of course, I watch other players. I take the best from them, but with my motor, you know, with my heart, I don't get tired, I feel like I can still do a lot in my career. I can't let anyone surpass me. That's the plan. “That's how I play and that's how I train.” Jaime Jackson
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Hope for the Saints in the latest defeat
Southampton only had six shots against Liverpool; He achieved more than that in 11 of his previous 14 games in all competitions this season, and at least doubled that number on five occasions. As they continue to get into trouble at the back and remain marooned at the bottom of the table, there aren't many straws to grab at, but if they could discover a clinical touch it would certainly help. “I think what was a little unfortunate for them is that they usually play a lot better, create a lot more chances and barely score,” Arne Slot said. “Today they created few opportunities and scored two. If they combine these things, that is, the style of play they had in other games with the effectiveness they had today, then I am sure they will win some games.” As his team had just demonstrated, if a team can play pretty poorly and still score some goals, they may have gotten it right. Simon Burnton
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Nwaneri offers vital new option for Arsenal
It seems like every week brings a new milestone for Ethan Nwaneri. When he was 15 years and 181 days old, he became the youngest player to play in the English top flight. On September 25 this year, at the age of 17, he scored his first senior goals, scoring twice in the Carabao Cup victory over Bolton. And on Saturday, he deflected a low cross from Raheem Sterling to finish. Arsenal win 3-0 over Nottingham Forest; Cesc Fàbregas is Arsenal's only youngest league goalscorer. He had been on the field for less than two minutes, but his energy and inventiveness had already enlivened a game that was nearing its conclusion. It remains to be seen whether he is at his best on the wings or in the middle, but Nwaneri is clearly a player with enormous gifts. Arsenal, after years of slightly boring backup options off the bench, suddenly have a striker with some truly exciting potential. jonathan wilson
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Palmer goal needs protection
If you can't beat him, kick him. Cole Palmer is now a target for opposing players. He was taken out by Lisandro Martínez during Chelsea's draw against Manchester United earlier this month and was treated more harshly by Leicester's Wilfred Ndidi on Saturday. It was cynical of Ndidi, who showed no respect for a fellow professional when he dug his studs into Palmer's Achilles tendon. He Chelsea The playmaker could easily have been injured. He stayed down for a while and there was an argument that Ndidi should have been sent off. However, the Leicester midfielder only saw a yellow card and there has to be a valid concern about whether Palmer needs more protection from the referees. Chelsea experienced something similar with Eden Hazard, who often faced strong challenges from opposition defenders desperate to stop him. The dangers are clear. Martínez and Ndidi escaped red cards, but at some point one of England's best attackers will get hurt. Jacob Steinberg
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Lemina helps lead Wolves to victory
Necessity: An injury crisis within a relegation battle – invention spawned for the wolves at Fulham. If Matheus Cunha's contribution with two spectacular goals and a great assist for João Gomes deservedly took center stage, Wolves captain Mario Lemina showed leadership and adaptability in a close and tight defensive trio. Rayan Aït-Nouri, better known for his attacking qualities, was another of the three, and he made some vital interventions, almost scoring an own goal. Lemina, for his part, produced a display reminiscent of the sweepers of yesteryear, controlling play from deep and providing Cunha's first, an equalizer at an important moment, with a laser-guided diagonal towards the Brazilian. Free improvisation? Not according to Gary O'Neil. “Fresh out of training camp,” explained a coach more confident after two consecutive victories and clearly confident in his own abilities. “Matheus would never get to that place if we hadn't practiced it over the past few months.” John Brewin
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Devenny highlights his patience
Beyond Crystal PalaceJustin Devenny was relatively unknown until this month. The 21-year-old scored his first goal for the club on his second appearance. Their path to the Premier League has not been the usual story of a steady upward trajectory; The midfielder began his career at Kilmarnock but was allowed to move to Airdrieonians in the Scottish Championship, where he was discovered by Palace and brought south. People often expect to make their breakthrough as a teenager, but Devenny has shown that patience is beneficial even for an aspiring young player. He was disciplined and effective against Villa, and his goal capped an excellent week in which he made his Northern Ireland debut. “He was with us in pre-season in the United States and showed that he is an incredible footballer, very technical and that he can also run a lot,” said Palace technical director Oliver Glasner. “He can play in four positions, he understands the game, he finds space and he can also score goals, and that's what he showed: we had a lot of confidence in him.” won't win
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Welbeck plays the role of supplier and leader
After six goals in his first nine league games, Danny Welbeck has calmed down in recent weeks, with João Pedro returning from injury to resume his position as Brighton's main attacking force. Welbeck's influence remains and his hold-up play outside the box increases two goals against Bournemouthwearing the captain's armband as he leads in the absence of the injured Lewis Dunk. Under Fabian Hürzeler, two years his junior, Welbeck has started every league game this season, which must be a great joy considering the injuries he suffered at Arsenal. Once upon a time, his narrative was that of a talented striker caught in misfortune, a career that included trophies and major tournaments but never really advanced beyond his 20s. Now the central issue is his role as a Brighton fighter, a key man in their establishment as pillars of the Premier League. T.H.
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Blunt Everton needs offensive urgency
After a third game without a goaland this time after playing 53 minutes against 10 men, Sean Dyche was asked if he needed to work more on Everton's attacking game. The question was not impertinent. It was, worryingly for the manager, a perfectly reasonable conclusion from his team's stagnant efforts against a Brentford team that had not kept a clean sheet or picked up a point on the road all season before arriving at Goodison Park. “We've been working non-stop since I've been here to attack better,” Dyche responded with a touch of disbelief. “We have very good players here and it's my responsibility to make them better or, if I can't make them better, to make them win as a unit.” The problem for Dyche (apart from the league table, a discouraging December fixture schedule and the prospect of working for new owners) is that individuals are not improving and the collective is not winning. And Everton never looked like winning against Thomas Frank's 10 men. More work is needed to end the status quo. andy hunter
