man of the match

noun2

1. •
   The best player in a match.

   • Hodgson then removed man of the match Wayne Rooney, who had earlier seen a shot pushed superbly on to the post by Akinfeev, and replaced him with Jack Wilshere to preserve England's advantage. — 2016
2. •
   A player chosen as having made the most outstanding achievement during a match, and awarded a small prize.