Members can now access the OPTA performance statistics from all of today’s games via the Members Area and the new Gameweek filters. Simply use the “GW” dropdown menu to select “Current Gameweek” and use the “Switch” button to filter the stats for Gameweek 23.
A quick glance confirms strong performances from the Chelsea midfield who clearly dominated possession in their 2-0 win over Blackburn. Ramires certainly had one of his best games in a blue shirt statistically, while Florent Malouda could well be amongst the Fantasy Premier League Bonus given his stats on show under “Distribution & Influence”. Other standout performers in midfield include the unlikely pairing of Jerome Thomas and Rory Delap – no really.
Amongst the strikers, Carlos Tevez will simply walk the maximum Bonus points given his two goals and influence stats, while Dzeko’s numbers also look encouraging. The stats also suggest that Didier Drogba could sneak some Bonus Points, despite failing to notch in the win over Blackburn. Elsewhere, Wigan’s Hugo Rodallega looks nailed on for some extra returns, although Antolin Alcaraz appears to have been the outstanding defender on show today and will be a strong rival for the maximum in that game.
Members can check all these performances in detail, with the West Ham vs Arsenal statistics to follow after the whistle at Upton Park.
A reminder that those without Membership can now gain access to the OPTA stats and all the other Members features for just £10 for the rest of the season.
