VOTE: Who was the best player of Matchweek 8?

The Premier League is inviting fans to vote for the Player of the Matchweek for Matchweek 8 of the 2025/26 season, with eight standout performers selected for consideration. Voting is open until 12:00 BST on Wednesday, 22 October, to determine the winner based on individual achievements during the week.

Erling Haaland delivered a dominant performance for Manchester City, scoring two goals in five minutes against Everton at the Etihad Stadium. His clinical header and first-time shot brought his Premier League goal tally to 96, and he now leads the Golden Boot race with 11 goals this season, matching the combined total of his closest rivals.

Reece James celebrated his 200th appearance for Chelsea with a memorable display against Nottingham Forest. He assisted Neto's free-kick and sealed the victory by scoring a late third goal from a corner, helping his team climb to fifth place in the league under manager Enzo Maresca.

Mathias Kroupi made an impressive full debut for Bournemouth, scoring two of their three goals in a match against Crystal Palace. The 19-year-old, stepping in for the injured Evanilson, showcased sharp instincts with a close-range header and a composed first-time finish for his second goal.

Harry Maguire redeemed himself for Manchester United by scoring a dramatic winning header in a victory over Liverpool, marking United's first win at Anfield in nearly a decade. This goal contrasted with a missed chance in the previous season's match and contributed to United achieving back-to-back Premier League wins under manager Ruben Amorim for the first time.

Jean-Philippe Mateta continued his excellent form following his full international debut for France, netting a hat-trick for Crystal Palace against Bournemouth. After trailing 2-0 at halftime, he scored twice in five minutes and calmly equalized with a penalty in stoppage time, highlighting his composure and goal-scoring prowess.