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23 April 2016 2558 comments
James Barnes James Barnes
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Owing to the handful of postponed fixtures, Saturday’s action culminates in a trio of mid-afternoon match-ups. With their double Gameweek 37 on the horizon, Liverpool will be under the closest scrutiny as they play host to Newcastle United.

The Reds have flourished as an attacking unit across their last four outings, ranking joint-top for goals (11), top for attempts (85), joint-second for shots inside the box (45) and top for shots on target (32). Moreover, they fashioned 10 more key passes (67) than the rest of the field. Ally this with the fact that the Magpies place top for goals conceded (39) in away clashes and Jurgen Klopp’s side could be set for another high-scoring performance.

Bournemouth look to avoid their third straight home loss as they welcome a Chelsea outfit that tasted defeat in their past two fixtures. The Cherries ranked joint-second-bottom for big chances (three) and third-bottom for shots on target (nine) across their last four outings, underlining their modest goal threat. Nonetheless, the Blues have conceded six goals and the joint-fourth-most big chances (seven) in their quartet of encounters, so they’re clearly susceptible at the back.

Southampton travel to face an Aston Villa unit that have lost their last nine fixtures. Those managers who who’ve recruited from Saints’ attack ahead of this favourable head-to-head will be slightly concerned that only four teams have recorded fewer goals on their travels (14) than the south-coast club. That being said, the Villains have been abysmal at home since the turn of the year, shipping 17 goals in five clashes at Villa Park.

  1. Studgie G
    • 14 Years
    10 years, 1 month ago

    whats with the lag

  2. Jay_
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Sakho red flag reason on FPL

      Unavailable for selection whilst the club consult with the player while UEFA are investigating a possible anti-doping rule violation. - Unknown return date

    • KingNidge
      • 10 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Been impressed by Rooney his days as a centre forward are over for sure

      1. Jazz!
        • 11 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        Agree. Great deep.

      2. The Bandit
        • 15 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        He knows it's the only way he'll get into the England team

    • The Bandit
      • 15 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Fellaini rolling back the years, playing like he did when he was a FPL favourite at Everton 🙂

    • tm245
      • 14 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Rashford, nice.

    • KingNidge
      • 10 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Fake Ronaldo still piling on the beef

      1. Studgie G
        • 14 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        can't get the real one to come back so he would do

    • tm245
      • 14 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Ronaldo looking ample.

    • Jay_
        10 years, 1 month ago

        You'd think Martinez would get a hair transplant and his teeth whitened with all the money he's got

        1. Studgie G
          • 14 Years
          10 years, 1 month ago

          he has morals unlike deluded brendan

      • Wilshere Knowledge
        • 12 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        HAHA!

      • TorresMagic™
        • Has Moderation Rights
        • 16 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        Lol

      • Syd.
        • 16 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        Lol @ Smalling

      • tm245
        • 14 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        Wow!

      • For Fuchs Sake
        • 16 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        Mike having a mare there!!

      • La Roja
        • 14 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        Nike own coal

        1. La Roja
          • 14 Years
          10 years, 1 month ago

          Goal*

          1. The Bandit
            • 15 Years
            10 years, 1 month ago

            Mike*

      • The Bandit
        • 15 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        Mike OG

      • Zizoulicious
        • 10 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        Lolll

      • KingNidge
        • 10 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        Unlucky Mike happens to the best head up son

      • SweeSwee
        • 11 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        Smalling suddenly not looking quite as nailed.

        1. Jazz!
          • 11 Years
          10 years, 1 month ago

          He is

        2. For Fuchs Sake
          • 16 Years
          10 years, 1 month ago

          What?? Because of one slip?

        3. The Bandit
          • 15 Years
          10 years, 1 month ago

          🙄

        4. Mark-O
          • 11 Years
          10 years, 1 month ago

          Hello Phil Jones

      • tm245
        • 14 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        I will no longer complain about wanting my players to get some FA Cup credit.

      • For Fuchs Sake
        • 16 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        Everton deserved that, typical United under LVG, don't finish teams off!

      • Zizoulicious
        • 10 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        jon stones has been magnificent today

        1. Eden Hazardous
          • 11 Years
          10 years, 1 month ago

          Agree. I can see Conte buying him as he loves a ball playing CB even ....

          1. Wilshere Knowledge
            • 12 Years
            10 years, 1 month ago

            Can you see him paying £50m though?

            1. Eden Hazardous
              • 11 Years
              10 years, 1 month ago

              His MV has fallen off a cliff mate

          2. Zizoulicious
            • 10 Years
            10 years, 1 month ago

            I was thinking exactly the same.. He's even covering Gibson in midfield

      • Mark-O
        • 11 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        Chris Smalling 0pts now
        TFM CS locked...again
        Pfft 😆 🙁

      • Manumana
        • 10 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        Anyone know why Pelle didnt play today ?
        Thanks

      • Total Foot 5
        • 12 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        M irallas shall be the savior , will he come in...why doesnt martines apreciate his football...?

      • Hobolicious
        • 10 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        Smalling ruining my bet... Was looking so good 🙁

      • Optimus.
        • 15 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        Is there a replay or ET?

        1. KingNidge
          • 10 Years
          10 years, 1 month ago

          ET mate

          1. Optimus.
            • 15 Years
            10 years, 1 month ago

            Nice one, nothing worse than a replay from a neutral point of view

            1. BobB
              • Fantasy Football Scout Member
              • 16 Years
              10 years, 1 month ago

              Should be extra time then replay. Penalties no way to decide it

      • Numb
        • 11 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        Who's the best / safest Liverpool defender to get now? Seen some talking about Moreno but surely a CB (Lovren?) would be more nailed on with Sakho out?

      • FPL Puppy
        • 10 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        DDG wonderful SAVE!

      • Up the tics
        • 10 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        Top 10k average as it stands if you don't mind me asking?
        Cheers