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Published on 2024-10-07 09:51:01
Manchester City midfielder Mateo Kovacic was named in WhoScored.com’s Team of the Week after scoring a brace in their 3-2 win over Fulham. Kovacic’s goals helped City come back from being 1-0 down, with his second goal coming from a great pass from Bernardo Silva. The Croatian international has been providing cover for the injured Rodri and has now scored 3 goals this season.
Other players who made it into WhoScored’s Team of the Week include Everton’s Jordan Pickford in goal, Liverpool’s Virgil van Dijk in defense, and Arsenal’s Bukayo Saka and Liverpool’s Cody Gakpo in midfield. Arsenal’s Kai Havertz and West Ham’s Michail Antonio were named up front. The Team of the Week also features players from Brentford and Everton.
With Rodri sidelined for the rest of the season, Kovacic has stepped up for Manchester City and delivered impressive performances. The 30-year-old midfielder has been a key player for City this season, starting in 6 of their 7 league fixtures. In addition to his goalscoring contributions, Kovacic has been praised for his overall play and ability to fill in for Rodri in midfield.
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