Rui Patrício Shines as Wolves Stun Chelsea
When you talk about Premier League Matchweek 8, one name jumps out: Rui Patrício. Wolves’ experienced Portuguese goalkeeper was the wall Chelsea just couldn’t break. His sharp saves and calm command of the box helped Wolves close out a 2-1 upset against the Blues at Molineux. It’s not every day you see Chelsea struggle to score, but Patrício’s ability to read plays and keep his defenders organized set him apart this week.
This wasn’t just about shot-stopping. Patrício showed the kind of leadership managers crave, keeping his teammates focused as the clock ticked down. His confidence seemed to spread across the pitch—something Wolves needed to see through a tense end game when pressure from Chelsea ramped up. It’s no wonder he ended up at the heart of BeSoccer’s Team of the Week.
Liverpool and Manchester City Keep Up the Heat
Look away Arsenal fans—Matchweek 8 was packed with drama. While Wolves and Patrício got the spotlight for that result against Chelsea, Liverpool and Manchester City kept their attacks firing. Both sides picked up wins, solidifying their places near the top of the table. Mo Salah and Erling Haaland, as usual, had fans on their feet with decisive plays, but it was the overall control shown by both clubs that really shone through.
Meanwhile, Tottenham reminded everyone of their firepower with a 4-1 demolition of West Ham. Heung-Min Son grabbed the headlines, netting goals and creating chances seemingly at will. Spurs’ attack looked lively and inventive, slicing through the Hammers’ defense with ease. From slick passing moves to ruthless finishing, Tottenham left no doubt about their intent this season.
Arsenal, on the other hand, had a week to forget. Struggles at both ends of the pitch meant lost points and growing questions about Mikel Arteta’s plans. Fans are frustrated, as the Gunners looked short on ideas going forward and shaky at the back. With rivals picking up the pace, Arsenal knows they can’t afford many more slip-ups.
One thing is clear—if you’re picking a Team of the Week, a lot of competition is coming from these sides. Defenders and midfielders from City, attackers from Spurs, maybe even one or two from Liverpool, all can stake their claim alongside Rui Patrício. The full list might still be elusive unless you comb through video breakdowns and stats, but the performances on the pitch last weekend left football fans with plenty to talk about.