Champions League build-up: Liverpool, Arsenal and Tottenham in action on Tuesday
Liverpool face Real Madrid who have their former player Trent Alexander-Arnold, who joined in the summer
Alexander-Arnold was seen paying tribute to his former teammate Diogo Jota on Monday
Meanwhile, cleaners have been seen restoring the mural of Alexander-Arnold in Liverpool after it appeared to have been defaced overnight
Elsewhere, Arsenal face Slavia Prague and Tottenham play Copenhagen on Tuesday
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Krecji for Wolves, in what has been a poor season he has been the shining light especially for a new signing we had little to no expectation for, composed on the ball and a leader. Helps those around him, somebody we'd be seriously lucky to keep hold of in clubs current state.
Tom, Wolverhampton
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What a load of horse manure!!! Casimeiro ahead of Bruno? Szoboszlai ahead of Gravenberch? Grealish ahead of Pickford? Not in a million years!!!
Gi, Nigeria
Image source, Getty ImagesWest Ham fired former manager Graham Potter after taking three points from their first five games.
Against Newcastle on Sunday, West Ham claimed their first win at home and first under new manager Nuno Espirito Santo which took them up to 18th place, three points adrift of safety.
James Jones, from the We Are West Ham podcast, said forward Jarrod Bowen is "undoubtedly" West Ham's key player.
"Despite the club's recent struggles, Bowen remains the focal point for our attacking threat. Perhaps we're a bit too reliant on the captain at times but his quality and his love for the club shines through almost every week."
In the Premier Legaue this season, no West Ham player has made more goal contributions than the 28-year-old, who has captained his club since the start of 2024-25.
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I doubt you'd find many Chelsea fans who would select anyone other than Moisés Caicedo. Our player of the year last season and already the prime candidate for 25/26.
Ginge McMahon
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Vicario 100%. He took some flak at the beginning of the campaign, but has kept us in contention with some world-class saves. Hoping he has a quiet night tonight and that other players step up!
James
For Spurs its got to be Romero or even Vicario. Vicario has kept Spurs in games we've deserved to be 4 or 5 down in. Romero is just an absolute class above and we look much more solid with him in the back.
David
Tottenham Hotspur are building after a season of mixed successes under former manager Ange Postecoglou.
After 10 games, Thomas Frank's side are sixth with 17 points.
Ali Speechly of Women of the Lane believes centre-back Cristian Romero, 27, is the side's most valuable player.
"Haters will question his temperament but real ones know the Argentinian World Cup winner is in control," Speechly said.
"One half of one of the best centre-back pairings in the league, 'Cuti' can also spring Spurs into attack with thrilling through-balls.
"As the team finds its feet under Thomas Frank, our captain must continue to lead by example."
The Argentine has contributed to three of Spurs' clean sheets this season, having missed two games with an adductor injury.
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For Manchester United it has to be Bryan Mbeumo. Even when we weren't winning at the start of the season his power and drive and enthusiasm were a bright spark and his goals have been crucial.
Ajay
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Zubimendi has been a revelation for Arsenal this season but because of the nature of his role it's gone under the radar. We have great back up in each position but no-one can do what Zubi's doing!
Dan
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Sunderland
Back in the Premier League for the first time in eight years, Sunderland have impressed.
With 18 points from their first 10 games, the Black Cats are fourth.
Gavin Henderson of Roker Report sees Swiss midfielder Granit Xhaka as their most crucial player.
"Sunderland have taken the Premier League by storm this season, but the man leading the charge has undoubtedly been our new captain," Henderson said.
"Xhaka embodies professionalism and, importantly, determination.
"Sunderland are not content with finishing in the bottom three, and that's because of the mentality Xhaka has helped to instill on and off the pitch.
"An absolute warrior."
The 33-year-old has made three assists while helping Sunderland to four clean sheets in the Premier League.
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A lot of justifiable shouts no doubt for Saka, Rice, Gabriel and Saliba, but I am going for the one person that we never rotate for any game in major tournaments, and for good reason. David Raya. A quality and calmness seldom seen in our goalkeepers of the last 20 years.
Matt
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I’d dread to think what would happen to Liverpool this season if Van Dijk got injured, especially considering the lack of reliable back-ups available. He has to be our most important player this season for that reason alone.
Archie
Virgil van Dijk - we can consistently rely on him to play his best when the rest of the defence is shaking. His leadership is the foundation of the club and without him we would not be in any title race.
Levi
Image source, Getty ImagesNow on their third manager of the season, Forest have made a dismal start to 2025-26.
Winless since their opening-day victory against Brentford, Sean Dyche's side are 19th, four points above bottom spot and four points off safety.
Pat Riddell of the Famous Club has picked 24-year-old full back Neco Williams as Forest's key player.
"It's been a terrible start to the season for Nottingham Forest which makes this quite an easy choice," Riddell said.
"Neco Williams has had his critics in his three seasons at the City Ground but this year he's been an absolute mainstay in the side.
"The Welshman always gives 100%, is up and down whichever wing he's picked to play on and manages to attack and defend with equal ability.
"Commitment, fearlessness and determination mean he's easily one of the first names on the team sheet."
The Welsh international has played every Premier League minute for Forest this season, and has scored one goal.
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Must say I don’t agree with Okafor as Leeds’ key man. The likes of Ampadu, Rodon and Longstaff are far more integral to our success. Without that spine all the flair in the world would be pointless.
Dan
Newcastle's patchy form - particularly away from home - has confined Eddie Howe's side to the bottom half of the table.
The Magpies sit 13th with 12 points after 10 games.
Italian midfielder Sandro Tonali has been chosen by Charlotte Robson of True Faith: Newcastle United podcast as their most important player.
"I don't think you can look past Sandro Tonali at Newcastle," Robson said.
"I've never seen a better midfielder play for my club - his technical ability coupled with his incredible work rate has saved us several times this season already.
"That he has signed until 2029 at least is a huge boon for Newcastle."
The 25-year-old has made more progressive passes than any other Newcastle player in the Premier League this season, according to football stat database FBref.
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Not an Everton fan, but surely Ndiaye or Pickford are better shouts? Love Grealish but its only been 10 games!
Javig
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Morgan Rogers is more important to Aston Villa due to his creativity. McGinn is a close second with either fullback 3rd or 4th, making Watkins 5th at best. I’d like to see a lot more from OW, not sure Villa are playing to his strengths.
Simon
Image source, Getty ImagesManchester United are finding their rhythm under Ruben Amorim after they ended his first season at the helm in 15th place.
They are eighth with 17 points but are only two points behind second-placed Manchester City.
Alex Turk at Turk Talks FC has suggested that Brazilian midfielder Casemiro, 33, is the one player that Manchester United can't do without.
"Bruno Fernandes is the headline star and Bryan Mbeumo and Matheus Cunha are the new shiny toys, but Casemiro is the soul of this team," said Turk.
"United have conceded 18 goals this season, and he's only been on the pitch for five of them.
"Not to mention he's getting in on the attacking act, with four goal contributions in his last five appearances."
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Just a disclaimer for you Steve, that is Craig Nelson bringing the beef in the reply there, not me. I have enough folk thinking I hate their teams as it is.
Your team is up next though.
May be a bit of controversy around it, I reckon.
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Bruno Fernandes leads by example. He’s the Manchester United captain. He creates scoring opportunities and scores goals - including guaranteed penalties.
Steve
According to Transfermarkt, Bruno Fernandes has missed eight of the 70 penalties he has taken throughout his career, so not a bad ratio but not quite "guaranteed". He has missed six penalties for Manchester United, including two this season.
Arsenal fan here, I'd have to say Odegaard - there's such a huge drop-off in our creative play when he's out. His pressing, passing, and leadership on the pitch is unmatched - and deeply overlooked because he's not as big a character personally as Rice, Gabi, etc.
Tom
| Team | Played | Won | Drawn | Lost | Goals For | Goals Against | Goal Difference | Points | Form, Last 6 games, Oldest first |
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| 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 13 | 2 | 11 | 12 |
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| 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 11 | 0 | 11 | 12 |
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| 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 8 | 1 | 7 | 10 |
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| 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 13 | 4 | 9 | 9 |
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| 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 9 | 9 |
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6 Sporting CP | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 4 | 4 | 9 |
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| 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 12 | 7 | 5 | 7 |
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| 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 4 | 4 | 7 |
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| 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 2 | 4 | 7 |
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| 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 2 | 6 | 6 |
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| 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
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| 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 4 | 3 | 6 |
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13 Qarabağ | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 5 | 1 | 6 |
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| 4 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 6 |
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15 Galatasaray | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 6 | -1 | 6 |
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16 PSV | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 8 | 6 | 2 | 5 |
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| 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 7 | 8 | -1 | 4 |
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| 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 5 | -3 | 4 |
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| 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 7 | 11 | -4 | 4 |
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| 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 9 | -5 | 4 |
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21 Union Saint-Gilloise | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 9 | -6 | 4 |
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| 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 3 |
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23 Bodø / Glimt | 4 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 5 | 7 | -2 | 3 |
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24 Club Brugge | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 7 | -2 | 3 |
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| 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 7 | -3 | 3 |
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| 4 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 6 | -3 | 3 |
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| 4 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 6 | 8 | -2 | 2 |
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28 Copenhagen | 4 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 8 | -4 | 2 |
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29 Pafos | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 5 | -4 | 2 |
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| 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 10 | -5 | 2 |
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31 Slavia Prague | 4 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 8 | -6 | 2 |
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32 Olympiakos | 4 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 8 | -7 | 2 |
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| 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 5 | -3 | 1 |
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34 Kairat | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 9 | -8 | 1 |
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35 Benfica | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 7 | -5 | 0 |
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36 Ajax | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 11 | -10 | 0 |
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