TOTW 13 Predicted Starting XI
The SIFs continue to flow, with another six looking likely for TOTW 13. This means there are numerous quality options to improve your side, and the likes of Hansen, Salah, and Griezmann mean TOTW 13 could be a big one.
GK: Donovan Leon (Auxerre) - 70 OVR -> 86 OVR:
PSG will be left wondering how they failed to secure all three points, as Leon delivered a remarkable performance. The French goalkeeper made eleven saves, nine of which were inside the box, earning him a perfect 10 rating from L'Équipe..
CB: Wilfried Singo (Monaco) - 79 OVR -> 84 OVR:
Another from Ligue 1 now with Singo. The Ivorian has narrowly missed out on a couple of occasions now, but his goal during Monaco's 2-0 win this weekend should be enough to finally get him over the line.
CB: Jurrien Timber (Arsenal) - 79 OVR -> 86 OVR:
While many may consider Saliba for this side, his recent Thunderstruck card has led me to look elsewhere. Instead, I’m opting for Timber, who played a key role by scoring one of Arsenal's two goals in their 2-0 victory over Manchester United.
RB: James Tavernier (Rangers) - 78 OVR -> 84 OVR:
Come the end of the game, Tavernier usually has some crazy cards available. This would be his first promotional inclusion of the game should he make TOTW 13, and with both a goal and an assist to his name, he stands a great chance of doing so.
RW: Caroline Graham Hansen (Barcelona) - 90 OVR -> 92 OVR:
It's yet to be seen if EA will deem enough of a gap between this SIF and Hansen's Centurion card, but the Norwegian continues to knock on the door for her SIF, and another brace this weekend means there's a possibility it occurs on Wednesday.
CM: Henrikh Mkhitaryan (Inter Milan) - 83 OVR -> 86 OVR:
Mkhitaryan shows no signs of slowing down despite now being in his mid-thirties. The Armenian claimed MOTM this weekend during Inter's 3-1 win over Parma, from which he provided two assists to claim a 7.5 from Gazzetta.
CAM: Jamal Musiala (Munich) - 87 OVR -> 88 OVR:
If you have used/faced Musiala's Trailblazer card, you will realize how deadly it is. The German could now be set for an IF, which should move its price a little. His two goals in Munich's 4-2 win over Heidenheim saw him claim a perfect 1 match rating from Kicker.
RW: Mohamed Salah (Liverpool) - 89 OVR -> 91 OVR:
Salah has been in exceptional form lately, which has earned him a new contract. While Liverpool won't be thrilled with the points dropped, his two goals and one assist in the 3-3 draw against Newcastle have put him in contention for an SIF.
CAM: Cole Palmer (Chelsea) - 85 OVR -> 87 OVR:
Palmer has picked up some serious form again after what was a dry spell by his standards. Chelsea played out an enthralling 4-3 win over Tottenham on Sunday, which could end up being the final straw for Ange. Palmer scored twice from the spot, which saw Sky award him a 9/10.
ST: Jonathan David (Lille) - 81 OVR -> 86 OVR:
It’s hard to understand why there hasn’t been more serious interest in David’s signature. The Canadian has been consistently prolific for Lille over several seasons and is still just 24 years old. With two goals and an assist in a 3-1 victory over Brest, he’s more than deserving of his SIF.
ST: Antoine Griezmann (Atletico Madrid) - 88 OVR -> 89 OVR:
Griezmann’s Total Rush card has already begun to drop in anticipation of this IF, and I expect the decline to continue, as he’s highly likely to be included. His brace played a key role in Madrid’s thrilling 4-3 victory over Sevilla.
TOTW 13 Predicted Subs & Reserves
LB: Maxim De Cuyper (Club Brugge) - 76 OVR -> 83 OVR:
The level from defensive options was abnormally high this week, and Cuyper is another within that category. His last-minute assist added to his earlier goal as Brugge snatched a 2-1 win.
CDM: Alex Iwobi (Fulham) - 77 OVR -> 83 OVR:
Fulham currently sit in tenth, but just two points away from European positions, they will be very happy with how their season has gone so far. Iwobi scored twice, playing in a deep role this weekend as Fulham recorded a 3-1 home win over Brighton.
CM: Ismael Saibari (PSV) - 76 OVR -> 86 OVR:
The big question here is who will Saibari end up signing for? The Moroccan continues to excel in the Eredivisie and will surely attract numerous clubs during the upcoming transfer windows. His latest performance saw two goals and two assists from the center of the park.
CDM: Dominique Janssen (Man United) - 84 OVR -> 86 OVR:
Janssen shifted to a more advanced CDM role this weekend, and the move proved successful, with three goal contributions and a MOTM performance. Her base stats align better with the CDM position than with CB, making the positional change a positive adjustment in terms of the game.
CAM: Roberto Firmino (Al-Ahli) - 80 OVR -> 86 OVR:
It’s always nice to see a usable Firmino card, and with the Brazilian being a popular name in a division which EA has preferred this year, I would expect Firmino to receive the featured upgrade. His goal and two assists helped Al Ahli to a 4-2 away win.
ST: Nick Woltemade (Stuttgart) - 69 OVR -> 83 OVR:
Woltemade took home the Bundesliga POTW award for his brace in Stuttgart's 3-2 win. Him being a silver option does make things harder, but I feel he has still done enough to sneak into the side this week.
ST: Shekiera Martinez (Freiburg) - 77 OVR -> 83 OVR:
The female from Germany this week was a difficult decision to make with not many standing out. I have opted to punt Martinez after her brace secured Freiburg a 3-0 away win. With limited ST options, it makes sense that the forced-in player comes from this position.
CB: Mateo Mendoza (Godoy Cruz) - 63 OVR -> 83 OVR:
Argentina surprisingly ended up getting snubbed last week, but they offer another strong candidate for this week's side in Mendoza. The central defender scored twice as Godoy Cruz recorded a 4-0 win.
RB: Nicolas Capaldo (RB Salzburg) - 73 OVR -> 83 OVR:
I could quite easily have included all five reserve options as defenders with how high the level of competition was this week, but even two could be pushing it. Capaldo is the second I have included after his double helped Salzburg to a 4-0 win over Hartberg.
LM: Oliver Valaker Edvardsen (GA Eagles) - 69 OVR -> 83 OVR:
There were only two hat tricks to talk about this week, and both should easily make the side as a result. The first of those is Edvardsen, with his treble helping GA Eagles record a comfortable 5-0 win over NEC.
CAM: Sebastiano Esposito (Empoli) - 72 OVR -> 83 OVR:
Serie A POTW went the way of a silver, also with Esposito's double seeing Gazzetta award him an 8/10. With a less competitive reserves section than usual, I expect these players to make EA's side.
ST: Harry Smith (Swindon) - 62 OVR -> 83 OVR:
You have to look all the way down to League 2 to find the second hat trick of the week, with Swindon's Smith scoring three times to help secure them a 3-1 win over Fleetwood.
That concludes this week's Team of the Week predictions! What do you make of these predictions? Is there anyone else who should have made the TOTW? Let us know below!
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