Monday 20 November 2017 07:41, UK
Who were the best Premier League players from the weekend games? We take a look at the man-of-the-match performances in our hotlist.
This was the Ozil we all want to see. Creating havoc with the ball and mucking in when the going got tough. He looked in the mood from the off, threading balls into Alexis Sanchez and Alexandre Lacazette, which caused a huge problem for the Spurs back four.
Thierry Henry said: "The desire of the Arsenal squad is second to none today. But Ozil has been amazing.
"I'm not talking about when he has been on the ball but off the ball. What he has been doing, helping the back three at one point and then five seconds after nearly being in a one vs one situation with Hugo Lloris."
Following two injury-plagued seasons, it was impossible not to feel happy for Wilson as he struck a brilliant hat-trick to fire Bournemouth to a second consecutive Premier League win.
It was a clinical display of finishing from the Cherries' frontman too as he scored with all three of his shots on target and each finish was supremely well-taken.
Given how hard he has worked to overcome two serious knee injuries, Wilson thoroughly deserved his match ball, although Nathan Ake also warrants praise for an outstanding defensive performance, particularly when Bournemouth were under significant pressure in the second half.
Stepping in for the injured Chris Wood, Barnes could not have done much better in proving to Sean Dyche that he has the ability to deputise for - or even replace - the New Zealand frontman.
His presence at the spearhead of the attack was vital in the creation of Jack Cork's opener, as he laid off the ball to Robbie Brady, and his own goal 11 minutes later was excellently taken. But it was the basics that Barnes got so right, using his broad stature to bully defenders, win lost causes and generally having a successful day in front of goal.
There were doubts over the newly-capped Loftus-Cheek's inclusion at Selhurst Park, but the on-loan midfielder brushed off a minor knock to produce another fine individual display.
The England international played a crucial role in Palace's first goal after 51 seconds after his run and shot forced Jordan Pickford to palm the ball straight to James McArthur and the 21-year-old frequently found space in between Everton's defence and midfield to cause problems.
With the return of Christian Benteke and the form of Wilfried Zaha, Palace have an attacking front three that should haul them clear of danger and Loftus-Cheek looks ready to shoulder the burden of responsibility as the Eagles continue to scrap for their lives.
After winning the Premier League Player of the Month for October award this week, Sane followed it up with another superb performance at the King Power Stadium. He was stuck to the left flank like glue and caused plenty of problems for Leicester, especially in the first half when the game was there for the taking.
Most of City's attacking play went through him at one point or another, and he came away with an assist for the stunning goal from Kevin De Bruyne, who certainly ran Sane very close for the man-of-the-match plaudits.
Liverpool failed to score against Southampton in four games last season, twice in the Premier League, and on another two occasions in the League Cup. However, the Reds did not have Salah at their disposal.
The Egyptian continues to flourish at Anfield, and his 14 goals in all competitions is more than any other Premier League player this season.
We will start to run out of superlatives if he continues in this vein, but it was quite simply a sensational performance from Salah which put Southampton to the sword.
Hazard really seems to be enjoying playing in a more central role and did brilliantly for Alvaro Morata's opener before adding two himself.
He was clearly the outstanding player on the pitch and in this form the prospect of Hazard firing Chelsea right back into the title race cannot be ruled out.
The Frenchman showed everyone what United have been missing over the last two months with a trademark dominant display in midfield, scoring one and setting up another.
His assist for Anthony Martial's header was most impressive, patiently twisting and turning his marker until he found a yard to sit up a nightmare ball for defenders.
He made more passes in the opposition half than any other player (46) and also took part in more duels (18).
Despite being just 22, it seems Hughes has been around for years. Sunday marked his first Premier League goal, and with it came an impressive all-round play.
Alan Smith on co-commentary duty said: "He's looked really comfortable today. He scored the first, created the second and his general play has been top class. It's a day to be proud of."
Hughes also created five chances, more than any player on the pitch and more than any Watford player in a game this season, and had 90 per cent passing accuracy in the opposition half.
