Fellaini to the rescue

Marouane Fellaini has his critics, but he also showed his value in Manchester United’s 2-1 win over Arsenal. United had the better of the second half without creating too many chances until the towering midfielder came on.

Fellaini’s presence gave United the option to pile pressure on an inexperienced Arsenal backline. He turned one cross onto the post, before scoring from an almost identical situation minutes later.

The Belgian’s contract is up at the end of the season. Purists might not enjoy the route-one football his presence encourages, but it’s easy to see why Jose Mourinho is so keen for him to sign on.

Has Darren Moore done enough to get the West Brom job?

Newcastle United had won four consecutive home games before this weekend, including wins over Man United and Arsenal. But that run came to a halt after they lost 1-0 to West Bromwich Albion.

The Baggies are still bottom of the table and almost certain to go down, but they’re now four games unbeaten under Moore. As well as beating Newcastle, they’ve won away at Old Trafford and secured a draw after going two goals down against Liverpool.

Ben Foster has revealed the dressing room would like Moore to get the job on a permanent basis now. His lack of experience still makes him a risk, but his affinity for the club could be very useful ahead of a tough season in the Championship.

Zaha stars for Palace (again)

Is any player in the top flight more important to their team than Wilfried Zaha is to Crystal Palace?

Manchester City would still challenge for the league without Kevin De Bruyne. Liverpool would push for a top-four spot without Mo Salah. Would Palace be anywhere near 11th without Zaha? They’ve lost all eight league games they’ve played without him this term.

The Ivory Coast international was superb again as he scored and set up a goal in the Eagles’ 5-0 hammering of Leicester City. He’s always been a livewire with the ball at his feet. But this season he’s taken on responsibility and made decisive contributions.

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