Team Of The Week – Week 4 – Season 14 – Super League

Starting XI

GK: Gummy I1I (Juventus):
Starting in net for the final edition of the Super League TOTW is Juventus goalkeeper Gummy l1l. Gummy l1l has long been known as one of the top GKs in PCN and was without a doubt one of the driving forces behind Juve’s astonishing playoff push with his excellent goalkeeping. In 12 games played for the Italian side Gummy l1l has managed to make 39 saves (1st) to go along with 8 clean sheets (T-1st), 6 goals conceded (1st), and the highest PER of all GKs by far with 17.56.

CB: SC Seabass (Spurs):
In the backline for this TOTW is spurs defender, Seabass. A relatively unknown player before this season kicked off, Seabass has certainly made a name for himself this season with Tottenham. Despite Spurs’ relegation you can’t say SC Seabass gave anything less than 110% to keep the team afloat, with 15 tackles, 44 interceptions (1st), an absurd 71 possessions won (1st), 5 CS, 3 MOTM awards, and a league leading PER for all CBs with 26.31 in his 11 games, he certainly put up eye watering numbers for the side.

CB: Buckz19 x (Real Madrid):
In the second center back position is Real Madrid defender, Buckz19 x. Despite being relatively new to PCN, Buckz19 x has proved his class from the start, finding himself on top teams such as Real Madrid and Lyon, and adding to his cabinet in the process. With Real Madrid having the second least goals conceded of all time this season, it is no surprise with Buckz in the backline, posting 2 goals conceded (T-1st) and 7 CS (T-2nd) in 9 games is almost unbelievable, and with 5 tackles, 23 interceptions, 36 possessions won, and a 21.45 PER it is clear to see that Buckz19 x has already established himself as a top defender.

CB: Damage III (Juventus):
In the final center back position is Juventus defender, Damage lll. A solid defender for a few seasons now, Damage lll has been sensational on Juve, proving that when it matters most is when he steps up to the challenge, as he earns his first TOTW appearance during Juve’s playoff push. In 12 games for Juventus Damage lll accumulated 17 tackles, 30 interceptions, and 35 possessions won, accompanied by 8 clean sheets (1st), 6 goals against (2nd), 2 MOTM awards and a PER of 22.06 (T-2nd).

CDM: Jammmyy (Benfica) – POTW:
At the heart of midfield and our player of the week is Benfica midfielder, Jammmyy. It’s really hard to describe just how sensational the TOTY midfielder has been during this TOTW period, putting up 46 tackles (1st), 40 interceptions, 90 possessions won (1st), 11 key passes (1st), all while maintaining a 88.69 passing percentage, in his 12 games. Jammmyy put up record breaking averages in multiple categories during this TOTW stint, and when the legendary midfielder is in the form of his life, there’s definitely no other person you would rather have guarding your backline. Jammmyy also managed to get 5 CS, 8 goals against, 2 MOTM awards and a league leading PER for all DMs with 26.45

CDM: LaZo I X I (Real Madrid):
In the second CDM spot is Real Madrid midfielder Lazo l X l. Quality in every sense of the word Lazo is without a doubt one of the best pressing DMs in PCN. His ability to win the ball so high up the pitch not only keeps his backline safe, but generates dangerous chances for his offense to score goals, providing an invaluable aspect for his side which was on full display in this TOTW. In 13 games Lazo l X l posted 34 tackles (2nd), 53 interceptions (1st), 70 possessions won (2nd), 7 CS (T-2nd), 7 goals against, a 21.48 PER

RAM: Dust I 17 I (Orlando Pirates):
On the right flank is Orlando midfielder, Dust l 17 l. The TOTS striker has continued his flawless transition to outside mid as he makes his third consecutive TOTW appearance this season. Dust l 17 l’s vision on the pitch is one you have to see for yourself each gameday to really appreciate just how good he is at picking out the deadly pass, and this ability is why he can play basically any attacking position with ease. In 12 games Dust l 17 l produced 2 goals, 4 assist (T-1st), 21 key passes (2nd), 1 MOTM award and a PER of 18.79

CAM: l Sanders l (AC Milan):
Occupying the CAM position is AC Milan midfielder, l Sanders l. One of the many key signings Jigsaw brought in during the season to help keep AC Milan afloat. The dynamic l Sanders l provides the squad is what makes him so deadly, utilizing his big man role full effect, as he is one of only a handful of players in PCN that still are capable of playing as a target man. In his 9 games during the TOTW period for Ac Milan,l Sanders l managed to bag 4 goals (T-2nd), to go along with 3 assists (T-2nd), 11 key passes, 2 MOTM awards, and a league leading PER of 24.22.

LAM: x Mejia l10l (LA Galaxy):
Securing the left flank is LA Galaxy midfielder, x Mejia l10l. His debut season in PCN saw x Mejia l10l provide a valuable presence on an LA Galaxy side which had a fruitful first season in Super League, as he showcased his creativity and composure on the ball to full effect in this TOTW period. In 12 games for the Galaxy, x Mejia l10l accumulated 1 goal, 2 assist (T-3rd), 26 key passes (1st), alongside an astonishing 95.96 passing percentage (1st) and a 20.1 PER (3rd).

ST: Frijolito8921 (Real Madrid):
Si señor, give the ball to Frijo and he will score. The first Striker entry on this list is no stranger to accolades. The Mexican Marksman lit up the Bernabéu in the last 13 games for Los Blancos. Contributing to a staggering 20 goals (13 goals, 7 assists) he was an absolute master class in the final third. Although goalscoring is his forté, 14 key passes in the final few weeks and earning 5 MOTM in that time span, Frijolito8921 is a class finisher and once again he’s shown exactly that. If Frijolito receives the ball in the box, the crowd will surely roar shortly after.

ST: Winnie l9l (Real Madrid):
And what is a Striker without his partner, shredding defenses and lighting up the scoreboard week in and week out. Winnie l9l makes his appearance on this edition of TOTW with his phenomenal play. Matching his partner’s games played with 13, Winnie l9l was directly a part of 18 goals for Eksisle’s side (8 goals, 10 assists). The Clinical Cafetero was a nuisance to defenses, finding the net often as well as setting up his mates fir goals. With 25 key passes and 2 MOTMs this cycle, Winnie l9l did his part for Real Madrid to close the season.

BENCH

GK: Albiiazul (Young Boys):
Moving to the bench of this TOTW4, we head over to Switzerland. Super League Champion with Young Boys, Albiiazul. Playing in 13 games in the final weeks of the season, Albiiazul recorded 7 clean sheets for the yellow and black. During that time, he conceded 8 goals and made 28 saves between the posts for the YB. Even bagging a MOTM, it’s a certainty that Albiiazul’s goalkeeping skills helped the Young Boys finish top of the table, with a shiny in his cabinet.

CB: Youtrippin (Young Boys):
Keeping with the trend of including players who helped their side win the Super League Title, in steps Youtrippin. Another player who was on the team sheet 13 times, this centre back finished the last few weeks with 68 possessions won (20 tackles, 30 interceptions) as well as 7 clean sheets in that span. Youtrippin also earned 2 MOTM for his outstanding clamping skills, not to mention, even finding the back of the night once.

CB: Salarinho10 (Real Madrid):
Yet another sighting of a Real Madrid player in this TOTW, Salarinho10 makes his presence known being selected to this list. An ironman playing all 13, he was not kind to attackers coming to his side of the pitch. 59 possessions won (19 tackles, 29 interceptions) during this cycle and also earning his club 8 clean sheets. An efficient passer out the back as well with an 83% pass completion. Oh and he found the net once as well, because why not?

CDM: CM9 PT (Orlando Pirates):
Shouldn’t ever be surprised when seeing this name come up for any accolade. CM9 PT represented the Orlando Pirates at defensive midfielder in this TOTW. Playing in 10 matches in the final few weeks, CM9 PT racked up 65 possessions won (16 tackles, 49 interceptions). He also helped Orlando earn 4 clean sheets and personally earned 1 MOTM. As a defensive midfielder passing is key to a team’s success as well, 91% pass completion can’t hurt, including 6 key passes. Three certainties to life. Death, Taxes and CM9 PT making TOTW.

AM: EL CAPO N Y C (LA Galaxy):
Next on our list is the Columbian Co-Manager of the Los Angeles Galaxy, EL CAPO N Y C. The attacking midfielder finds his way on TOTW4 with 13 games played for the West Coast club, directly involved in 9 goals for his side (5 goals, 4 assists). Capo was a disher in dangerous areas, completing 14 key passes for his side, helping his team in the final third. Although an attacking midfielder, Capo was harassing the opposition with 50 possessions won and a PER of 21.03 in that time span.

ST: Chuck of Norris (Benfica):
Keeping with the theme of management seeing the limelight of TOTW, long time manager of Sport Lisboa e Benfica, Chuck of Norris. The leader of os encarnados tallied 6 goals and 8 assists in 13 games played to finish the season strong. He was a total distributor completing 31 key passes, by far most out of all of the Strikers. Chuck brought home the match ball 4 times in this cycle, also being efficient with his passing at 81% pass completion.

ST: Stryde x28 (Manchester City):
Our last entry in this Super League TOTW4 is the Striker that called the Etihad his home, Stryde x28. With 10 games played to round out the season he was involved in 12 goals for the Cityzens (11 goals, 1 assist). On top of the goal contribution, the lad also had 7 key passes and an 82% pass completion for his side. 50% of his games played in these last few weeks we won MOTM (10 games, 5 MOTM). Stryde x28 was efficient and deadly to round out the season.

Authors: portuggeeprince and CM9 PT