Premier League Team of the Week: Liverpool stars excel against Spurs, Isak nets hat-trick

Liverpool's players dominate the latest Premier League Team of the Week
Liverpool's players dominate the latest Premier League Team of the WeekGLYN KIRK / AFP / Flashscore
The final weekend of Premier League action before Christmas has passed, with several top showings in a standout round of individual performances.

Liverpool extended their lead at the top of the Premier League by winning a nine-goal thriller with Tottenham, while Bournemouth continued their good form with a 3-0 thrashing of Manchester United.

Elsewhere, Arsenal got back on track with a 5-1 victory against Crystal Palace and Nottingham Forest pushed further into the top four with a 2-0 triumph away at Brentford.

We've taken a look at who makes our Team of the Week - using a dedicated player ratings system.

Premier League Team of the Week
Premier League Team of the WeekFlashscore

Goalkeeper

Kepa Arrizabalaga, 8.0 (Bournemouth)

Bournemouth goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga was on top form during his side's 3-0 win against Manchester United at Old Trafford.

The Spaniard made an impressive seven saves on his way to a valuable clean sheet as the Cherries sealed another victory against one of England's 'big six' - moving into fifth in the table as a result.

Defence

Trent Alexander-Arnold, 8.2 (Liverpool)

Trent Alexander-Arnold was one of several top performers in Liverpool's 6-3 win away at Tottenham, grabbing a superb assist for the opening goal.

The Englishman delivered a perfect cross into the area for Luis Diaz to head home and went on to enjoy a productive afternoon with four key passes and three big chances created.

Dean Huijsen, 8.6 (Bournemouth)

Youngster Dean Huijsen opened the scoring at Old Trafford with a well-placed header midway through the first half.

The 19-year-old also contributed defensively with six clearances, three blocks, two tackles and two interceptions in what turned out to be an exceptional showing from the Spaniard.

Ola Aina, 8.2 (Nottingham Forest)

Ola Aina was one of Forest's top performers in their 2-0 win away at Brentford, finding the net just before half-time with a low effort drilled into the bottom corner.

Brentford had been unbeaten at home in the Premier League before the weekend but Forest inflicted their first defeat in emphatic fashion - with Aina a key contributor to their success.

Midfield

Jacob Murphy, 8.6 (Newcastle)

Newcastle have enjoyed a resurgence in recent weeks with winger Jacob Murphy one of the key components in an attack that has scored 18 goals in five games.

The Englishman was on top form during the Magpies' latest triumph - a 4-0 win over Ipswich - scoring once and setting up another.

Murphy's top contribution came in the form of a delightful backheel to set up teammate Alexander Isak to fire home.

Declan Rice, 8.8 (Arsenal)

Declan Rice had to settle for a role off the bench in Arsenal's 5-1 win away at Crystal Palace, but the Englishman had a huge impact on the match once introduced in the second half.

The Gunners were comfortable before Rice's introduction but once on the pitch, the 25-year-old provided a goal and an assist to ensure his side took all three points.

Rice's goal was extremely well-taken, receiving the ball on the edge of the area before curling an effort into the bottom corner.

Alexis Mac Allister, 8.3 (Liverpool)

Another midfielder with a huge attacking impact on his side's win was Liverpool's Alexis Mac Allister - with the Argentine netting in the victory over Spurs.

Mac Allister's influence stretched well beyond his goal, though, with the midfielder making four tackles and four interceptions on his way to an 8.3 player rating, delivering a superb showing at both ends of the pitch.

Anthony Elanga, 8.3 (Nottingham Forest)

Anthony Elanga was on target in Forest's win over Brentford, doubling his side's lead after pouncing on a defensive error and finishing into the bottom corner with a superb curling effort.

The Swede now has two goals in his last two appearances after netting a decisive winner from the bench against Aston Villa in his team's previous fixture - and looks to be forcing his way back into a highflying Forest side.

Attack 

Mohamed Salah, 8.7 (Liverpool)

Another weekend has gone by where Mohamed Salah is once again one of the Premier League's best performers - this time picking up two goals and two assists in Liverpool's win over Tottenham.

Salah tormented Spurs' defenders all afternoon with a staggering seven shots and three big chances created as the Egyptian continued to prove himself as the best player in the league this season.

Liverpool's dominant win saw their lead at the top of the table extended to four points, with Arne Slot's side looking favourites for the title as Christmas approaches.

Salah's Premier League stats 24/25
Salah's Premier League stats 24/25Flashscore

Kai Havertz, 8.8 (Arsenal)

Kai Havertz contributed to Arsenal's 5-1 win over Palace, firing home from close range after some good work from attacking partner Gabriel Jesus.

The German now has six Premier League goals for the season and is enjoying a new lease of life since moving to the Gunners in 2023, playing an important role in Arsenal's push for a first Premier League title in over 20 years.

Alexander Isak, 9.2 (Newcastle)

Newcastle forward Alexander Isak netted a hat-trick in their 4-0 win over Ipswich - receiving a 9.2 player rating in the process, the highest of any player across the weekend.

The Swede suffered a slow start to the campaign but is now firing on all cylinders with eight goal contributions in his last four league games.

Isak's exceptional performance stood out in a weekend of superb individual showings, making him Flashscore's Player of the Week.

Isak vs Ipswich
Isak vs IpswichOpta by StatsPerform / MICHAEL REGAN / GETTY IMAGES EUROPE / Getty Images via AFP