Yves Bissouma has skyrocketed 27 spots and gained 4,006 points in the Goalden View Popularity Ranking (GVPR) after scoring a stunning goal against Everton this Saturday. However, it’s fair to say that the quality of the goal wasn’t the only factor contributing to his rise.
A week before the start of the season, Bissouma faced considerable backlash after posting a video of himself using nitrous oxide, commonly known as laughing gas. This incident drew widespread criticism, prompting his manager, Ange Postecoglou, to take decisive action by excluding him from the matchday squad for the upcoming game against Leicester as punishment for his misbehaviour. Fast forward to this past week, and the Malian midfielder made a triumphant return to the pitch, scoring a sensational goal in Tottenham‘s emphatic 4-0 victory.
In a heartfelt celebration, Bissouma ran straight to hug his manager, signalling to the fans that the drama was behind them. This gesture was well-received and seemed to resonate positively with supporters, suggesting it may have played a role in his notable rise in the rankings. While this surge in popularity is certainly impressive, it’s important to note that Bissouma’s GVPR has remained relatively stagnant over the past year. As of this week, he is on the verge of reaching his all-time highest score, but unless he can deliver another spectacular performance, we might see a natural decline in his ranking in the coming weeks. Overall, Bissouma’s journey has taken a turn, and fans are eager to see how he builds on this momentum moving forward.