Former Kaizer Chiefs defender Aden McCarthy has helped his side to their fourth successive clean sheet in the Azerbaijan Premier League, and his latest performance earned him a place in the Sofascore Team of the Week.
Sabah FC beat Sefa 3-0 on Monday to reclaim the top spot on the table, with 12 points from four games and a goal difference of +11.
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They are level on points with Neftci, who have four wins and one defeat, with a goal difference of +10.
McCarthy has started all four matches in the league and was rewarded for Monday’s showing with a place in the Team of the Week.
The Chiefs youth product had 107 touches, completed 87 of his 90 passes, made six clearances, six recoveries and won one aerial duel.
His fine display earned him a 7.5 rating by Sofascore, and a place in the Team of the Week.
McCarthy is also currently the fifth-highest rated player in the Azerbaijan Premier League, with an average rating of 7.35.