Bruno Fernandes, Elliot Anderson, and Igor Thiago have earned their spots in this season’s elite XI, alongside a strong contingent of players from both Arsenal and Manchester City. The selection highlights exceptional individual performances throughout the 2025-26 Premier League campaign.
Goalkeeper David Raya is recognized for his stellar performance, securing his third consecutive Golden Glove with 19 clean sheets. While narrowly missing Petr Cech and Joe Hart’s record, Raya’s inclusion is primarily attributed to his crucial, game-altering saves during high-stakes title run-in matches. He consistently delivered when Arsenal needed him most, notably against Brighton in December, at Stamford Bridge in March, and with a pivotal smothering save against Mateus Fernandes of West Ham in the season’s closing weeks. In a league where fine margins often decide outcomes, Raya has repeatedly proven to be the decisive factor for Arsenal.
