Newcastle United players Amar Dedic and Anthony Elanga have been selected for the Official Premier League Fan Team of the Week. Supporters voted the pair into the best eleven from the Premier League's second round of fixtures.
The official Premier League site announced the results after voting closed at 12:00 BST on 2 September. "It's time to reveal the Official Premier League Fan Team of the Week, as chosen by supporters," the site said. The recognition comes as Eddie Howe's side sits 6th in the Premier League table with 4 points from their opening two matches.
Amar Dedic and Anthony Elanga were the two Newcastle United representatives in the supporters' eleven for Matchweek 2 of the 2026/27 season. Hull City goalkeeper Tzolakis was also named in the team, which is selected through a fan vote on the league's official platforms. The full team was published on Tuesday, 3 September 2026.
This fan-voted accolade highlights individual performances that caught the eye during the weekend's action. It is separate from the official Premier League Team of the Week chosen by pundits and data analysts.
Newcastle's strong early form, which led to the fan selections, has them positioned well in the table. The club has 4 points from a win and a draw, scoring 4 goals and conceding 2 for a +2 goal difference. They are currently 2 points behind early leaders Manchester City in the title race.
The current squad, including recent performers, is listed on our squad section.
While celebrating the inclusion of Dedic and Elanga, the team continues to manage a short injury list. Defender Dan Burn, midfielder Joelinton, and forward William Osula are currently sidelined. Their return timelines will be important for squad depth as the season progresses, with updates available on our injuries page.
The team's ability to secure results despite these absences has been a positive sign. The contributions from players like Dedic and Elanga have been vital in collecting points early.
Newcastle's immediate focus shifts to their next Premier League fixture. They host Bournemouth at St. James' Park on 5 September 2026. Bournemouth currently occupies 14th place in the table, making it a key opportunity for Newcastle to build momentum.
All upcoming matches for the 2026/27 season can be found on our fixtures schedule. The team will look to carry the form that earned individual recognition into this important home game.
