PSV’s hold of the top spot in the Eredivisie table continued this weekend with Sergino Dest having a major say in a dramatic league win.
Dest set up the winning goal on Saturday as PSV held off Heracles Almelo 4-3 at the Philips Stadion. The U.S. men’s national team defender earned SBI Americans Abroad Player of the Week honors for his vital outing in Eindhoven.
Despite enduring a tough night against Atletico Madrid in the UEFA Champions League midweek, Dest rebounded in style.
He set up Guus Til for PSV’s fourth and final goal of Saturday’s league victory. Dest also completed 91% of his passes (50/55), delivered two interceptions, three tackles, and won five duels.
After being reduced to only seven appearances a season ago, Dest has now taken his current campaign total up to 21. He has two goals and four assists in all competitions, remaining one of the best right backs in the Eredivisie.
PSV’s final two matches of the year are coming up this next week with GVVV Veenendaal visiting in league play on Tuesday before Peter Bosz’s men travel to FC Utrecht on December 21.
Here is a closer look at this week’s top Americans Abroad performances:
Antonee Robinson
It was a positive return to action for left back Antonee Robinson.
Robinson delivered a strong 90-minute performance on Saturday in Fulham’s 3-2 road win over Burnley. The 28-year-old won five duels, made four tackles, and delivered a secondary assist on the club’s second goal of the match.
Up next for Robinson is a potential start vs. Newcastle United in EFL Cup play on Wednesday.
Ricardo Pepi
Another match, another goal for Ricardo Pepi.
Pepi scored for the fourth-straight match on Saturday as PSV defeated Heracles 4-3 in Eredivisie action. The USMNT striker is riding a strong run of form this fall, helping Peter Bosz’s squad remain top of the league table and remain competitive in European competition.
Another crucial match comes for PSV on Tuesday in KNVB Cup play.
Alyssa Thompson
Alyssa Thompson is quickly becoming one of Chelsea’s more important players this season.
Thompson scored her fourth goal of the season as Chelsea defeated Brighton & Hove Albion 3-0 in WSL play on Sunday. The USWNT standout also registered one assist in the victory, continuing what has been a productive fall in England.
George Campbell
West Bromwich Albion claimed an important three points at The Hawthorns on Friday with George Campbell impressing at right back.
Campbell assisted once in the Baggies’ 2-0 home victory over Sheffield United. The veteran defender also won four duels, made three clearances, and drew two fouls as Ryan Mason’s squad moved six points back of the top-six.
After missing time this fall through injury, Campbell looks back to full fitness and ready to play a large role of the holiday schedule.
What did you think of this weekend’s slate of Americans Abroad action? Is there anyone else deserving of a shout on this list?
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