Manchester City and Liverpool continue to refuse to give an inch in their Premier League title battle, with both claiming smart away wins last weekend.
Liverpool took all three points at St James' Park as they defeated Newcastle United 1-0 through Naby Keita, while Pep Guardiola's men responded with an emphatic 4-0 triumph at Leeds. With just four games remaining for each, they remain separated by just one point, with champions City in charge of their own destiny.
Once upon a time, Chelsea had looked like potential title candidates, but Thomas Tuchel's side have long since fallen by the wayside and they slumped to a 1-0 defeat to relegation-threatened Everton on Sunday. Having seen Burnley win at Watford 24 hours prior, it was a much needed win for the Toffees. There were also victories for Aston Villa, Arsenal, Tottenham, Brighton and Crystal Palace in a weekend where there wasn't a single draw.
But which players shone? Who came to the fore and made a difference for their side? Here's Mirror Football's latest Team of the Week...
The England No.1s display against Chelsea showed precisely why he has been Gareth Southgate’s undisputed first choice for the better part of five years as Frank Lampard’s men claimed a much-needed three points.
"Pickford's saves have kept Everton's dreams alive," said the former Everton midfielder Leon Osman on BBC Radio 5 Live, and the 28-year-old was indeed outstanding in keeping Chelsea at bay.
His second-half denials of Cesar Azpilicueta and Antonio Rudiger were both magnificent and brave, while he commanded his penalty area with authority and personality. The general consensus around Pickford is that he plays better for his country than his club, but he’s actually been the Toffees
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