"I thought Gallagher was a flop!" The trio that saved Tottenham dominates BBC's Best 11... "All thanks to De Zerbi's magic"

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Tottenham, having escaped the relegation zone, saw three of its players named in the English Premier League (EPL) weekly Best 11.

On the 5th (Korean time), BBC reported the EPL "Team of the Week (Best 11)" selected by football commentator Troy Deeney. Deeney focused on the three Tottenham players who performed brilliantly in this round.

Tottenham secured a 2-1 away victory against Aston Villa in the 2025-2026 EPL Round 35 match held at Villa Park in Birmingham, England, on the 4th. With three additional points, Tottenham finished with 9 wins, 10 draws, and 16 losses (37 points), finally escaping the relegation zone and soaring to 17th place.

Although the battle for survival continues with just a one-point gap over 18th-place West Ham United (36 points) and three regular league matches remaining, it is encouraging that they have climbed to 17th, the final safe spot, with two consecutive wins.

Three Tottenham players were named in the Team of the Week, spanning the attack-midfield-defense line: Mickey van de Ven, Corner Gallagher, and Mathys Tel.

Regarding Van de Ven, BBC stated, "He blocked opposing attacks with his fast speed. He successfully made several decisive tackles throughout the match and demonstrated true leadership in organizing the defense."

On Gallagher, BBC said, "He scored a crucial goal and contributed to the team's victory. Although he faced adaptation difficulties early in his career, he has perfectly integrated into manager Roberto De Zerbi's high-pressing tactics." It further praised him as an "enormous signing" who will be responsible for Tottenham's present and future.

Tel also silenced past criticism and announced a perfect revival. BBC noted, "Once branded as Tottenham's most overrated signing, he has completely elevated his performance this year." It added, "Tel opened up the attack with bold forward dribbles. In particular, the fantastic cross he delivered to teammate Richarlison was a perfect pass that any striker would desire."

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