After a weekend filled with shocks which saw both Manchester clubs lose, it’s hardly surprising to see Premier League leaders Arsenal heavily represented in Standard Sport’s London team of the week, compiled in association with Whoscored.com.
Aaron Ramsey continued his fine run of form in front of goal during Arsenal’s 2-1 win over Swansea, taking his tally to four goals in six games in the Premier League, and is accompanied by his three team-mates Wojciech Szczesny, Olivier Giroud and Serge Gnabry.
Tottenham and Chelsea played out an enthralling 1-1 draw in the London derby on Saturday which saw striker Fernando Torres controversially dismissed, and the Spaniard may have been a contender for a place had he not have seen red after a superb display.
Spurs’ midfield duo Mousa Dembele and goalscorer Gylfi Sigurdsson are among the names in this week’s line-up after impressing against the Blues, while Chelsea captain John Terry makes the cut after his commanding performance at the back.
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All events are valued based on a researched perception of the effect on the outcome of the match. Positive events are valued against negative events.
