Gameweek 24 saw players score some sensational goals from breathtaking assists in the Premier League as the hunt for securing the English title heats up. Liverpool stays on top of the table with a win over Burnley while City are just two points behind league leaders with a game in hand. Arsenal trounced West Ham with a crushing 6-0 margin to stay at par on points with reigning champions, Man City.
While the top goal scorers have received their flowers following the mind-blowing matchday, let’s take a look at the players with most assists after gameweek 24.
Kieran Trippier I Newcastle United I 10 Assists
Few right-backs possess the qualities Kieran Trippier does. Gameweek 24 saw the Englishman add another assist to his tally as Newcastle United defeated Nottingham Forest. Keiran has now accumulated 10 assists in the Premier League and is joint top with Aston Villa’s Ollie Watkins.
Ollie Watkins I Aston Villa I 10 Assists
Unai Emery’s Aston Villa have outperformed some of the biggest clubs in the world this season. A lot of it is down to the brilliance of Ollie Watkins. The striker has raked up an impressive 10 assists, while scoring 11 crucial goals in the league. Talk about impact!
Mohamed Salah I Liverpool I 8 Assists
It is practically impossible to make a list of top scorers or assist providers for the English Premier League without the presence of Mo Salah in them. The Egyptian has suffered some injuries recently but continues to be extremely influential to the title bid of Liverpool. Mo has now assisted 8 goals in the league and scored a whopping 14 more. Clutch, to say the least.
Pascal Groẞ I Brighton & Hove Albion I 8 Assists
Brighton’s veteran Pascal Groẞ has led the club’s midfield with great intent. Pascal has earned himself 8 assists and has also scored 4 important goals in the league.
Pedro Neto I Wolverhampton Wanderers I 8 Assists
Frontman Pedro Neto is currently tied with Pascal Groẞ and Mo Salah at 8 assists. Pedro has taken on the creative responsibility for Wolves and created sheer havoc on his wing.
Apart from the top 5 assist providers, there are several who have created important opportunities for their clubs and continue to have a great season.
Premier League Players with the most Assists after Gameweek 24:
Name | Matches | Assists | Goals |
Kieran Trippier | 22 | 10 | 1 |
Ollie Watkins | 24 | 10 | 11 |
Mo Salah | 20 | 8 | 14 |
Pascal Groẞ | 22 | 8 | 4 |
Pedro Neto | 15 | 8 | 2 |
Bukayo Saka | 23 | 7 | 10 |
Phil Foden | 23 | 7 | 8 |
Pedro Porro | 23 | 7 | 0 |
Darwin Núñez | 23 | 7 | 8 |