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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
    9 years, 11 months ago

    whats with the lag

  2. Jay_
      9 years, 11 months 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
      9 years, 11 months ago

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

      1. Jazz!
        • 11 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        Agree. Great deep.

      2. The Bandit
        • 15 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

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

    • The Bandit
      • 15 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

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

    • tm245
      • 14 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Rashford, nice.

    • KingNidge
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Fake Ronaldo still piling on the beef

      1. Studgie G
        • 14 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

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

    • tm245
      • 14 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Ronaldo looking ample.

    • Jay_
        9 years, 11 months 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
          9 years, 11 months ago

          he has morals unlike deluded brendan

      • Wilshere Knowledge
        • 12 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        HAHA!

      • TorresMagic™
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • Has Moderation Rights
        • 16 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        Lol

      • Syd.
        • 16 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        Lol @ Smalling

      • tm245
        • 14 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        Wow!

      • For Fuchs Sake
        • 16 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        Mike having a mare there!!

      • La Roja
        • 14 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        Nike own coal

        1. La Roja
          • 14 Years
          9 years, 11 months ago

          Goal*

          1. The Bandit
            • 15 Years
            9 years, 11 months ago

            Mike*

      • The Bandit
        • 15 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        Mike OG

      • Zizoulicious
        • 10 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        Lolll

      • KingNidge
        • 10 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        Unlucky Mike happens to the best head up son

      • SweeSwee
        • 11 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        Smalling suddenly not looking quite as nailed.

        1. Jazz!
          • 11 Years
          9 years, 11 months ago

          He is

        2. For Fuchs Sake
          • 16 Years
          9 years, 11 months ago

          What?? Because of one slip?

        3. The Bandit
          • 15 Years
          9 years, 11 months ago

          🙄

        4. Mark-O
          • 10 Years
          9 years, 11 months ago

          Hello Phil Jones

      • tm245
        • 14 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

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

      • For Fuchs Sake
        • 16 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

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

      • Zizoulicious
        • 10 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        jon stones has been magnificent today

        1. Eden Hazardous
          • 11 Years
          9 years, 11 months ago

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

          1. Wilshere Knowledge
            • 12 Years
            9 years, 11 months ago

            Can you see him paying £50m though?

            1. Eden Hazardous
              • 11 Years
              9 years, 11 months ago

              His MV has fallen off a cliff mate

          2. Zizoulicious
            • 10 Years
            9 years, 11 months ago

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

      • Mark-O
        • 10 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

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

      • Manumana
        • 10 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        Anyone know why Pelle didnt play today ?
        Thanks

      • Total Foot 5
        • 12 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

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

      • Hobolicious
        • 10 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

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

      • Optimus.
        • 15 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        Is there a replay or ET?

        1. KingNidge
          • 10 Years
          9 years, 11 months ago

          ET mate

          1. Optimus.
            • 15 Years
            9 years, 11 months ago

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

            1. BobB
              • Fantasy Football Scout Member
              • 16 Years
              9 years, 11 months ago

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

      • Numb
        • 11 Years
        9 years, 11 months 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
        9 years, 11 months ago

        DDG wonderful SAVE!

      • Up the tics
        • 10 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

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