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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. Numb
    • 11 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    The Iceman

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

    JUHUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUU

  3. leo_messi
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 14 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    he is trolling again....

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

    Oh c0ck.

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

    scenes. the O.riginal gansta. scores

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

    Wow, cool finish!!

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

    Typical

    Fergie Time strikes again 🙂

  8. tm245
    • 14 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    Special talent, this one.

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

    Dammit no ET 🙁

  10. Royal5
    • 14 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    Booom

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

    Bye bye Martinez.

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

    martial gettin laid tonite

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

      Not with his wife though...

    2. Paul Psychic Octopus
      • 15 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Are you making him an offer?

  13. Danstoke82
    • 11 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    Oh Martial u did nowt for me in the DGW.

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

    What a move!!

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

    what a pass by herrera effort

  16. Bartowski
    • 15 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    That Martial transfer finally pays off!

  17. Rolls-Royce
    • 12 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    Sold Anthony, never mind.. 🙂

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

    Martial will tear down Lei def 🙁

    1. Postman Ty
      • 11 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      It took him 93 minutes to score against one of the worst defences in the league and you think he will tear down the best?

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

        😆

  19. Hobolicious
    • 10 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    I believe this is the first time I have ever cheered for a United-goal. My bet is still alive!

  20. sinik
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 12 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOz

  21. Yank Revolution
    • 14 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    Martial law reinstated in Liverpool!

  22. thunder_mike
    • 13 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    Am I nuts wanting to double up on Sunderland defense, already got PVA. Might do Sakho > Kirchhoff or just get Moreno/Lovren?

    1. Paul Psychic Octopus
      • 15 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      This is the time of the season to be a bit nuts

      1. thunder_mike
        • 13 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        That is what I am thinking. Hoping Sakho won't drop tonight and I can make the decision tomorrow

  23. SweeSwee
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    It's a shame, because this probably makes LVG's job more secure.

    1. sinik
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Think he's done no matter the results.

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

        This, no CL next season will be his downfall

        1. sinik
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 12 Years
          9 years, 11 months ago

          the valuation has dropped £400m while he's been manager

    2. vickyz r3d d3vil$ !!!
      • 14 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      I just thought the same..though am happy too

      But am sure just an FA cup would not guarantee him next season..

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

      Thats a good thing 😉

  24. Bartowski
    • 15 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    I don't think anyone is going to pay the 60 million Everton were asking for Lukaku after watching this game...

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

      He should've had 4 goald

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

    Man Utd fans should be thanking Lukaku tonight

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

      No DDG and Martial

  26. Obi-1 Kenobi-0
    • 10 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    Such a FIFA goal, finesse around the keeper.

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

      90th minute, lucky with Herrera, blatant scripting.

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

        Why lucky with Herrera?

  27. Slam
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    9 years, 11 months ago

    Lukaku+Mahrez -> Defoe+Hazard just crossed my mind 😮

  28. Bartowski
    • 15 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    Does the -4 get taken off your score when you make the transfer?

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

      Next update

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

        Thanks