English football columnist Richard Jolly names his Best XI in the Premier League for the December 20-21 weekend.
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Harrison Reed (Southampton) – Given a surprise first league start, the tenacious teenager made his mark in the midfield against Everton. (Photo by Bryn Lennon/Getty Images) -
Adam Johnson (Sunderland) – The scourge of Newcastle yet again. The Sunderland winger extended his fine record at St James’ Park with a 90th-minute winner. REUTERS/Andrew Yates -
Christian Benteke (Aston Villa) – Scored an outstanding goal and troubled Manchester United with his pace and power throughout Saturday’s 1-1 draw. (Photo by Clive Mason/Getty Images) -
Charlie Austin (QPR) – The hat-trick hero who transformed defeat into victory. Austin’s predatory touch was the key to a win over West Brom. (Photo by Tom Dulat/Getty Images) -
Adrian (West Ham) – The Spaniard ensured there was no fightback from Leicester with fine saves to deny David Nugent and Leonardo Ulloa. AFP PHOTO / JUSTIN TALLIS -
Pablo Zabaleta (Manchester City) – Neil Warnock felt the Argentine was the greatest threat in the first half and Zabaleta helped set up David Silva’s opener against Crystal Palace. (Photo by Michael Steele/Getty Images) -
Maya Yoshida (Southampton) – Playing in a new-look back three, the Japan international helped shut Everton out and got forward to score Saints’ third goal. REUTERS/Toby Melville -
Aleksandar Kolarov (Manchester City) – Finally back in the team after a spell out injured, the Serb provided a terrific cross for David Silva’s second goal. EPA/PETER POWELL -
Erik Lamela (Tottenham) – Tottenham’s record signing scored a belated first Premier League goal in style. It helped his side see off Burnley. REUTERS/Dylan Martinez -
Ashley Williams (Swansea) – The Swansea skipper helped restrict Hull to few clear-cut chances as Garry Monk’s side won at the KC Stadium. (AP Photo/Jon Super)
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