Barcola Shines with Hat-Trick in UEFA Team of the Week
UEFA named its Team of the Week for Matchday 2 of the 2026/27 Champions League on October 15, recognizing Bradley Barcola for his outstanding performance, scoring a hat-trick in Liverpool's 6-3 away win against LASK. Barcola also received the Player of the Week award for his contributions to Liverpool's emphatic victory.
The selection, announced via UEFA's 𝕏 account, followed a record-breaking round that saw 78 goals scored across 18 matches. Other players included in the Team of the Week were Bayern Munich's Harry Kane, Barcelona's Lamine Yamal, and Paris Saint-Germain's Vitinha, who played a significant role in PSG's 4-2 win over Manchester City.
Sabah goalkeeper Stas Pokatilov was recognized for keeping a clean sheet in a historic win for his club. The official selection featured Pokatilov in goal, with defenders Araújo, Falchener, Chabot, and Sjøvold, midfielders Manzambi and Vitinha, and forwards Barcola, Kane, Tresoldi, and Yamal.
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