The FA Cup’s highest-rated players from the fourth-round weekend have left fans reaching for their phones to check the stats again. Numbers do not lie, and this list shows exactly who made the biggest impact across the ties. From rock-solid defenders to goal-hungry attackers, the performances stood out in a weekend packed with drama and surprises.
Konstantinos Mavropanos topped the charts with a near-perfect nine point seven one. The West Ham centre-back turned in a masterclass against Burton Albion. He won every header that came his way and marshalled the backline like a true leader.
West Ham scraped through one-nil in extra time, but Mavropanos made sure the lower league side never really threatened. His reading of the game and aerial ability kept things tight all afternoon. It was the kind of display that reminds everyone why he has become such a key figure at the London club.
Pedro Neto came in a close second at nine point six seven. The Chelsea winger lit up the MKM Stadium with a hat trick against Hull City. He opened the scoring with a curled effort from the edge of the box and then added a cheeky one straight from a corner.
His third was a cool finish after a quick break. Chelsea ran out four-nil winners, and Neto looked every bit the player who can carry a team on his shoulders. Fans have been waiting for him to hit this kind of form, and he delivered in style.
Kevin grabbed the third spot with nine point zero one. The Brazilian winger for Fulham equalised early in the second half against Stoke City and set the tone for a comeback win. He danced past defenders and found space in tight areas.
His goal sparked the revival, and Fulham went on to take all three points thanks to a late winner. It was a reminder of the talent that has made him a fan favourite at Craven Cottage.
Romaine Mundle slotted in at eight point eight one. The young Sunderland attacker helped his side grind out a one-nil victory over Oxford United. He caused problems down the left with his pace and direct runs.
Mundle has been turning heads all season, and this performance showed why bigger clubs are keeping an eye on him. Sunderland needed someone to step up in a tricky away tie, and the lad did not disappoint.
Mohamed Salah earned eight point seven two. The Liverpool forward kept his side ticking over in their three-nil win against Brighton. He created chances, pulled strings in the final third and reminded everyone why he remains one of the best in the business. Even on a quieter day by his standards, Salah still found ways to influence the game.
Eberechi Eze rounded out the top six at eight point six six. The Crystal Palace midfielder brought creativity and energy in what was a tough fixture. His linked play drove forward and kept the opposition on their toes. Palace have leaned on him heavily this season, and he showed once more why he is so important to their setup.
This weekend in the FA Cup mixed big wins with narrow escapes. Premier League sides mostly got through, but some had to work for it. West Ham needed extra time. Fulham came from behind.
Sunderland kept a clean sheet away from home. Those stories add to the magic of the competition, and the high ratings highlight the players who made it happen.
Social media has been full of praise for these names. Clips of Neto’s corner goal are everywhere. Mavropanos getting the armband and bossing the defence has drawn plenty of love from Hammers supporters.
Younger fans are talking up Mundle as the next big thing from the northeast. It feels like the sort of weekend that gives everyone something to cheer about.
The ratings come from detailed match analysis sites that track every pass, tackle and shot. They reward players who do the little things right as well as the obvious highlights. That is why a defender like Mavropanos can sit above goal scorers. It shows the full picture of what makes a team tick.
As the competition moves into the fifth round, the focus shifts to who can keep this momentum going. Teams like Chelsea and Liverpool will fancy their chances, while underdogs dream of another giant killing. For now, though, the spotlight stays on these top performers. They set the standard for what the FA Cup is all about.
Football lovers across the country have been replaying the moments. Neto’s celebration after the hat trick. Mundle bursting past fullbacks. Salah threading a perfect pass. These are the images that stick. They make the cold February weekends worth it.
The FA Cup highest-rated players list always sparks debate. Some argue ratings miss the bigger story. Others swear by them as a fair measure. This time around the numbers match what the eye test showed. Solid work from the back to the front.
With more ties to come, the excitement builds. Will any of these stars repeat the trick in the next round? Or will new names emerge to steal the show? Either way, the FA Cup keeps delivering, and these ratings give us a clear snapshot of the best from round four.
