At the end of each round, BBC football commentator Garth Crooks reveals his ‘Team of the Week’.

David Raya (Brentford): The first save from a Richarlison header was world-class, but the recovery from the second save by the same player was excellent. Raya’s performance for the Spurs is very close to that of the rest of the team. Raya’s two saves not only gave Brentford the confidence to continue their performance throughout the game, but inspired them.Brentford are better than Spurs in every way and Raya is at the heart of Spurs their 3-1 victory. Coaching the Spurs isn’t fun right now. They can’t attract top managers, the Champions League is out of the question now and the team is being managed by a rookie. I wonder what the next step is.

Rico Henry (Brentford): It was Rico Henry’s brilliant throw-in that set the stage for Bryan Mbeumo to score. The defender then saw the keeper was in danger of being out of position and Emerson Royal was on the verge of scoring and he made a brilliant move to clear a goal. In two incidents with such a huge impact on the game, you rarely find a full-back playing such a big role. Meanwhile, I hear Ryan Mason wants the Spurs job. Didn’t he see what taking on management jobs before the coaches were ready did to Aston Villa’s Steven Gerrard, Chelsea’s Graham Potter and Everton’s Frank Lampard? Yet he thinks he can manage Tottenham. I wonder what he thinks he can do that Jose Mourinho and Antonio Conte can’t. The fact that Mason has put forward his name and the thought of thinking tells me exactly what state the football club is in.

Yerry Mina (Everton): It was a joy to see a banner asking Everton players to “fight for us” instead of a placard focusing on board business.Well, that’s what Everton did, fighting until the end against Wolves and finally 1-1 draw deserved their effort. He’s not my favorite Everton player but Jerimina has a habit of scoring occasionally but he won’t score anything more important than his equalizer at Molyneux. Leeds United’s heart must have sunk when the result came out. The Toffees are now at home to Bournemouth in their final game of the season and they can give it their all. Everton fans should make sure they carry this flag with them.

Victor Lindelof (Manchester United): The defender hasn’t looked back since Victor Lindelof scored the winning penalty in the FA Cup semi-final.He’s been brilliant and has been instrumental in helping United keep a clean sheet 1-0 win over BournemouthWith two more Premier League games to play, United now look set to finish in the top four. They have already won the Carabao Cup, reached the FA Cup final and are expected to return to the Champions League next season. Such ambitions were impossible before Erik ten Hag and a certain Casemiro came along. However, Lindelof returned after a spell on the treatment table, quietly and without fuss. The timing of his return is brilliant.

Kieran Trippier (Newcastle United): Newcastle United were fighting to stay out of relegation when Kieran Trippier walked into St James’ Park. No one could have imagined at the time that the same player would lead them to the Champions League two seasons later. Trippier showed grit and grit and that’s why I chose him. The Magpies need points against Leicester to stop Liverpool catching them – and drew 0-0Leicester need to win to take control of their destiny and must now beat West Ham at home on Sunday and hope Everton lose at home to Bournemouth. Meanwhile, nights belonged to Newcastle, who have excelled by investing in a mature young English manager who has had one of the most extraordinary seasons since Amanda Staveley and her syndicate took over. Now that they’re in the Champions League, it will be interesting to see how Eddie Howe and his backroom staff cope with the club’s last competition 20 years ago. Congratulations Newcastle – your fans deserve it.

Jarrod Bowen (West Ham): It’s been an amazing week for West Ham.thursday night they beat alkmaar In the semi-finals of the Europa League, now facing Fiorentina in the final. It was an emotional night for the Hammers, who could be forgiven for their slow start against Leeds United, who know that, aside from a win at the London Stadium, they have nothing to lose in the Premier League. The chances of survival in the league hang in the balance. Pablo Fornals, Lucas Paqueta and Declan Rice all played big roles when West Ham got going and they looked impressive.However, it was Jarrod Bowen’s performance Destroyed Leeds United 3-1. His fine chipping gave Rice the chance to score, and then a brilliant shot from the outside of his left foot put the visitors ahead. Leeds must now beat Spurs at Elland Road to have any chance of staying up.

Morgan Gibbs-White (Nottingham Forest): A lot has happened since Nottingham Forest and Arsenal met in north London last October.Forest have emerged as a Premier League side under Steve Cooper following a 5-0 thrashing at the Emirates Stadium and have The Gunners lead 1-0 In this return game at City Stadium. Meanwhile, Arsenal may have won a lot of hearts with their exploits, but they lost the title. Mikel Arteta was quick to congratulate City, and quite rightly so. However, Forest has shown remarkable resilience, especially in the second half of the season, Morgan Gibbs-White in particular. His passion for the game and sheer desire to win spread like wildfire through his team. Owner Evangelos Marinakis seemed to either cross himself or look to heaven for divine intervention for much of the game. This campaign is all about the hard work of a group of players who have dedicated their lives to a cause and finally got what they truly deserve.

Casemiro (Manchester United): Against Bournemouth, when I saw Casemiro look back in the middle of the park before the ball reached his feet, it reminded me of Glenn Hoddle, in his prime. Kevin de Bruyne also has the ability to look back and control the ball as it moves towards him, knowing exactly how much time and space he has before making a decision. Casemiro’s arrival at Old Trafford is almost as important as Ten Witches. The Brazilian midfielder’s presence in the squad, not to mention his performances, has transformed United’s season. I think his arrival at Old Trafford is just a happy ending to his illustrious career. But in fact, it’s not. The player puts himself on the line of the team and is a leader. He may not be the best player of the season, but for me he is definitely the signing of the season.

Kaoru Mitoma (Brighton): What a season the lad has had.how is he not on the score sheet 3-1 win over Southampton I have no idea. He hit everything but the back of the net. He’s lightning fast and the ball goes almost as fast at his feet. Kaoru Mitoma is playing with his skin and is worth at least £70m of anyone’s money in today’s market, but Brighton must keep him if they can. The Japanese midfielder has been instrumental in Brighton’s ascent up the rankings His goal for Evan Ferguson’s second goal of the game was absolutely glorious. Brighton’s success sets them up for a Europa League spot next season and they must improve their squad and keep their best players if they are to come out of Europe unscathed. Midweek European football and Sunday’s return to the Premier League will take their toll.

Bryan Mbeumo (Brentford): They say that when one door closes, another opens.Ivan Toni’s mandatory ban Because the gambling breach appears to be giving the rest of Brentford the chance to shine. That Tottenham door was not just ajar, it was wide open, Brian Mbomo walked right in and helped himself to two fine goals and an assist, and Toni was gone. In fact, I think he looks very capable without Tony by his side. While the England striker may be sitting at home contemplating his next move, Brentford don’t appear bothered by his absence. Anyone would benefit from Spurs’ current turmoil, it just so happens that Mbeumo and Brentford are in the right place at the right time. Jose Mourinho and Antonio Conte have previously voiced their concerns about the club’s internal culture, and banners in the stands that read ‘Profit over Glory’ made their point perfectly. Enough said, I thought.

Aleksandar Mitrovic (Fulham): After his prank at Old Trafford where he seemed to manhandle the referee, I don’t think I’ll see the man play football again this season. However, Aleksandar Mitrovic returned and his enforced leave did not appear to affect his scoring prowess.his penalty at fulham 2-2 draw with Crystal Palace It was as clear as it got, and his movement for the second goal inside Crystal Palace’s six-yard box was a textbook centre-forward performance. There is no doubt that Mitrovic is one of the few. Unfortunately, the Serbian striker blew the fuse at Old Trafford. He had a great season at the time and so did Fulham.

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Howard Webb, head of refereeing body Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMOL), has consistently commented that the behavior of referees is not good enough. Not good enough? terrible!

When I was on the pitch, players were booked for confronting the referee. Now managers have joined them. Who would have thought? Can you imagine Arsenal’s Bertie Mee, Liverpool’s Bill Shankly or Bob Paisley, Manchester United’s Sir Matt Busby or Manchester City’s Joe Mercer constantly confronting and berating officials?

In so-called “modern football”, the behavior of the only managers we have left can be considered out of reach, and that is Roy Hodgson and Carlo Ancelotti. Even the swaggering great Brian Clough has the utmost respect for match officials and doesn’t allow his players to play against them.

The explanation these days seems to be that if you’re not jumping up and down and flailing your arms around a technical field, you’re not passionate enough.

However, none of the successful former managers at the helm of big clubs behaved in this way.

Webb’s solution is simple. Eliminate the technical area, not allow the coach to leave his bench, make them sit with the coaching staff, ban entry to the field of play — everyone else. This is the price they pay for their stupidity.

Someone has to restore the standard of behavior on the touchline.