Alan Shearer’s Unorthodox Premier League Team of the Week Raises Eyebrows

Football fans have been left puzzled by Alan Shearer’s unusual Premier League Team of the Week selection for matchweek 25. The Newcastle United legend and pundit opted for a highly attacking formation with only two defenders.

Shearer’s team featured Brighton’s Adam Webster and Tottenham’s Djed Spence as the sole defenders, supported by midfielders Ryan Christie of Bournemouth and Manchester City’s Nico Gonzalez. The rest of the lineup was dominated by attacking players, including Brighton duo Yankuba Minteh and Kaoru Mitoma, Everton’s Carlos Alcaraz, and a front three of Arsenal’s Mikel Merino, Ethan Nwaneri, and Manchester City’s Omar Marmoush.

The unconventional selection drew comparisons to former BBC pundit Garth Crooks, known for his often unorthodox team picks. Fans took to social media to express their surprise, with one commenting, “Is this really Alan or Garth Crooks?” and another adding, “Garth’s legacy lives on.”

Shearer’s team selection came after a week that saw Manchester United lose to Tottenham, while title contenders Liverpool and Arsenal secured victories. Brighton’s impressive win over Chelsea, featuring a stunning goal from Mitoma, may have influenced some of Shearer’s choices.

While the former striker’s picks have sparked debate, they highlight the impressive performances of some less heralded players during the recent round of Premier League matches.