Using Sofascore’s player ratings, we can determine who they rank as the top-flight’s ‘Team of the Season so far’ in a 3-5-2 formation.
NOTE: This data is for the Premiership only and to be featured on the list, players must meet the criteria of making at least eight Premiership appearances.
5. Right Midfield: Kirk Millar (Linfield)
Now a decade into his Linfield career, Kirk Millar is still one of the Premiership's top performers. His average match rating of 7.56 is the league's third-highest and Millar has scored twice, including a crucial late free-kick against Carrick Rangers, and provided two assists alongside being an invaluable presence across positions. Photo: David Maginnis
6. Centre Midfield: Josh Carson (Ballymena United)
Josh Carson has been a key influence in Ballymena United's rise to the Premiership summit and is arguably a candidate for Player of the Year up to this point. The former Northern Ireland international has an average match rating of 7.38 and been the one to keep things ticking, making 429 passes - only Danny Lafferty has more for Ballymena - and also provided five assists. He has shown his value at both ends of the pitch as Carson's 80 interceptions is a league-high alongside Len O'Sullivan and Ben Murdock. Photo: Desmond Loughery/Pacemaker Press
7. Centre Midfield: Kyle McClean (Linfield)
Last season's Player of the Year, Kyle McClean scored a brace in Saturday's win over Crusaders to take his league goal tally to four for the season. He has once again been a key presence in midfield for David Healy's side. Photo: David Maginnis
8. Centre Midfield: Kealan Dillon (Dungannon Swifts)
Dungannon Swifts have made a tremendous start to the season, currently sitting third, and Kealan Dillon has been a driving force behind that success. He has made 570 passes for Rodney McAree's side - which is the third-highest of any midfielder in the league - attempted 22 shots, scored three times and also provided two assists. Photo: David Maginnis