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After a season of standout individual displays and collective triumphs, Deeney's picks reflect both the expected dominance of title-winners Arsenal and the emergence of talent across the league. With Mikel Arteta's champions heavily represented, the team also features contributions from Brentford, Manchester City, Manchester United, Liverpool, and West Ham—every selection backed by Deeney's characteristic blend of insight and conviction.\n\nIn goal, David Raya's inclusion is a nod to an extraordinary season between the sticks for Arsenal. The Spaniard secured a third consecutive Golden Glove, a feat Deeney believes cemented the Gunners' title charge. He highlighted a crucial save against West Ham as potentially title-defining, describing Raya's ongoing exclusion from Spain's number one spot as 'crazy.' The Brentford duo of Michael Kayode and Igor Thiago also earned recognition. At just 21, right-back Kayode drew praise for his defensive tenacity and unique attacking threat through long throws, helping Brentford to an improbable league position. Meanwhile, Thiago's 22 goals made him the first Brazilian to surpass 20 in a Premier League season—a historic achievement for the Bees.\n\nArsenal's central defensive pairing of William Saliba and Gabriel was an automatic choice. Deeney noted Saliba's reading of the game and positional intelligence, which allowed him to mop up danger effortlessly. Gabriel, his partner, was lauded not only for his defensive solidity but also for his set-piece contributions, chipping in with goals and assists at key moments. The duo's understanding was described as monumental in delivering Arsenal's first league title in 22 years, underlining the foundation upon which Arteta built success.\n\nIn midfield, Manchester City's Nico O'Reilly received the ultimate accolade as Deeney's Player of the Season. The versatile youngster shone in multiple roles, offering a glimmer of hope for the club's future amid transition. Arsenal's Declan Rice was tipped as a future Ballon d'Or contender, with Deeney highlighting his relentless engine and week-on-week improvement as essential to both club and country. Bruno Fernandes earned his spot by rewriting the record books with 21 assists, a tally Deeney believes was instrumental in dragging Manchester United back into the Champions League places. Liverpool's Dominik Szoboszlai, though perhaps understated by raw numbers, was hailed as a constant beacon of creativity and versatility in a challenging season for the Reds.\n\nThe forward line reflects a blend of transformative mid-season moves and individual brilliance against the odds. Antoine Semenyo's January switch from Bournemouth to Manchester City provided the spark that kept Pep Guardiola's side in the title race, according to Deeney. West Ham's Jarrod Bowen, despite the team's relegation, produced a staggering 20 combined goals and assists—a return Deeney labeled 'frightening' given the circumstances. Igor Thiago's presence, already noted, further underscores the value of clinical finishing outside the traditional top six.\n\nMikel Arteta's selection as manager was perhaps the most predictable choice, yet Deeney framed it as a testament to a cultural resurrection at Arsenal. He credited Arteta with transforming a club 'on the brink of being a laughing stock' into a potential dynasty, praising his unwavering belief system. The implication, Deeney suggested, is that Arsenal could dominate for years to come—a chilling prospect for the rest of the Premier League.\n\nDeeney's team not only rewards individual excellence but also tells the story of the season's key narratives: Arsenal's defensive fortress, the enduring influence of talismanic figures like Fernandes, and the rise of unexpected heroes at clubs like Brentford and Bournemouth. The absence of players from other traditional powers—Chelsea, Tottenham—speaks to the shifting landscape, while the emphasis on versatility (O'Reilly, Szoboszlai) mirrors modern tactical demands.\n\nThe pundit's choices are sure to ignite debate, particularly around the omission of certain high-profile stars. Yet the selections are rooted in a season-long perspective rather than fleeting moments, offering a reflection on consistency and impact. The inclusion of three Brentford players, for instance, highlights the club's overachievement, while Semenyo's recognition validates the immediate payoff of a smart January signing.\n\nLooking ahead, the Team of the Season also serves as a pointer to future storylines. Raya's Golden Glove streak, Rice's Ballon d'Or trajectory, and O'Reilly's emergence as a cornerstone for a reshaped City all offer threads to follow. Arteta's Arsenal, meanwhile, will face the pressure of defending their crown with a target firmly on their backs—and Deeney's endorsement only amplifies expectations.\n\nAs the football world digests Deeney's selections, the conversation inevitably turns to what might have been and what could come next. The BBC pundit's annual tradition continues to provide a compelling snapshot of the Premier League's ever-evolving narrative, driven by the feats of those who defined the campaign.\n\nBased on reporting from BBC Sport.","news","Troy Deeney's Team of the Season: 5 Arsenal stars including David Raya and William Saliba, with Nico O'Reilly named MVP and Bruno Fernandes' record 21 assists.","326257545712766976","Manchester United","334104393425096705","326135625054949376","Premier League","326324144780087296","Manchester United vs Liverpool","2026-05-24T20:42:39Z","why-arsenal-dominate-deeney-s-pl-team-of-the-season","BBC Sport","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.bbc.com\u002Fsport\u002Ffootball\u002Farticles\u002Fc8r842g0pkzo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss","326257545968619520","Arsenal",[79,68,63,82,83,84,85,86,87,88],"326257546325135360","326257546153168896","326257545792458752","326257546258026496","326222711653142528","326222711682502656","326257546094448640",[80,69,64,90,91,92,93,94,95,96],"Brentford","West Ham","Bournemouth","Manchester City","Spain","England","Tottenham","Why Arsenal Dominate Deeney's PL Team of the Season",[99,128,160,185],{"awayTeamId":-1,"awayTeamName":-1,"body":-1,"category":66,"excerpt":100,"homeTeamId":-1,"homeTeamName":-1,"id":101,"leagueId":71,"leagueName":72,"matchId":102,"matchName":21,"publishedAt":103,"slug":104,"sourceName":105,"sourceURL":106,"teamId":107,"teamName":108,"teamIds":109,"teamNames":118,"title":127},"Pierre Sage is set to join Crystal Palace after leading Lens to Coupe de France glory. 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This historic fixture, always charged with intense rivalry, carries extra weight as the season reaches its climax. Liverpool, under the guidance of Arne Slot, arrive in Manchester locked in a fierce battle for the championship, needing points to maintain their pursuit. For Manchester United, led by Ruben Amorim, the fight is for a crucial top-four finish and a return to the Champions League, making this a must-win encounter.\n\nThe animosity between these two giants of English football is legendary, built on decades of competing for domestic and European supremacy. From the \"Battle of the Buffet\" to dramatic last-minute winners, their meetings are etched in football folklore. Tactically, expect a fascinating duel: Slot's fluid, possession-based system against Amorim's dynamic, attacking philosophy. Key battles will likely occur in midfield, where control of the game will be paramount, and on the flanks, where both teams possess explosive wide talent.\n\nThe atmosphere inside the Theatre of Dreams will be electric, a cauldron of noise from the home faithful desperate to fuel their team's European ambitions, met by the passionate travelling Kop urging their side towards the title. Fans can expect a fiercely contested, high-intensity match with little given, where a single moment of brilliance or a defensive lapse could decide the outcome. With so much on the line, this latest chapter in English football's greatest rivalry promises to be a captivating spectacle of pressure, passion, and prestige.",3,{"code":217,"id":68,"imagePath":218,"name":69,"slug":219},"HME","https:\u002F\u002Fmedia.api-sports.io\u002Ffootball\u002Fteams\u002F33.png","manchester-united","2026-05-03T14:30:00Z",90,"326135624635518976","gb-premier-league","manchester-united-vs-liverpool-2026-05-03","finished",[]]