Premier League winners and losers: Man City, Wirtz, Benitez, Glasner, Brighton, Aaronson, O’Neil

Matt Stead assesses the recent Premier League round, naming Manchester City, Walter Benitez, Brighton, and Gary O'Neil among the week's biggest winners. Stead highlights Manchester City sitting atop the division and praises Brighton's resilience under manager Fabian Hurzeler despite extensive injuries. He also credits Ipswich manager Gary O'Neil for securing three late victories, alongside applauding Crystal Palace backup goalkeeper Walter Benitez for his strong performances.

Conversely, Stead labels Liverpool's Florian Wirtz, Nottingham Forest manager Oliver Glasner, and Manchester United manager Michael Carrick as the week's notable losers. The writer criticizes Wirtz for poor creative output, details Forest's collapse at Selhurst Park under Glasner, and questions Carrick's management after United's continued sluggish displays. He also points out Leeds United's unusual goalscoring drought while Brenden Aaronson is on the pitch.