In a weekend of calamitous performances by Premier League goalkeepers, Jose Reina not only kept a clean sheet, he did so after being whacked in the face by Nathan Dyer. Andrew Yates/AFP
Leighton Baines may not have scored this week, but his runs kept up constant pressure on Norwich and underlined his current status as the Premier League's top left back. Lindsey Parnaby/AFP
Jose Fonte had an impressive game at the back for Southampton, and came close to scoring himself, as the Saints marched on to a 2-0 win over Newcastle. Glyn Kirk/AFP
Ryan Shawcross' physical presence at the heart of Stoke City's defence was underlined with a solid performance against Fulham. Jamie McDonald/Getty Images
Glen Johnson proved a thorn in Swansea's side at The Liberty Stadium. Andrew Yates/AFP
Tottenham Hotspur's Gareth Bale took control of the game against West Ham at White Hart Lane, scoring once and could have had more as Spurs powered into 7th. Olly Greenwood/AFP
Gaston Ramirez went from provider to scorer against Newcastle as Southampton comfortably beat the Europa League contenders to move out of the relegation zone. Mike Hewitt/Getty Images
Manchester United's Darren Fletcher has had a nightmare 2012 with illness and injury, but his return to the Manchester United line-up has galvanised their midfield in recent times, and his goal against QPR was well deserved. Jon Super/AP
Jermain Defoe grabbed a brace against his former side to send a strong message to the West Ham fans who booed him through their 3-1 loss to Tottenham. Bogdan Maran/AP
West Bromwich Albion's Shane Long has looked revitalised this season as Steve Clark's side continue their unlikely progress to the top of the Premier League. Scott Heppell/AP
Wigan Athletic's Jordi Gomez got a last minute winner to seal his hat-trick against Reading and give Roberto Martinez's side a vital Premier League victory. Clint Hughes/PA
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