Scout Notes

Ings continues scoring run as Shelvey nets third goal in three

Newcastle 2-1 Southampton

Goals: Jonjo Shelvey (£5.0m), Federico Fernández (£4.4m) | Danny Ings (£6.3m)

Assists: Andy Carroll (£5.4m), Sean Longstaff (£5.0m) | Jack Stephens (£4.3m)

Bonus Points: Shelvey x3, Ings x2, Fernández x1

Danny Ings (£6.3m) continued his excellent scoring run even as Southampton lost to Newcastle on Sunday afternoon.

The centre-forward became the first Saints player to score in five consecutive Premier League appearances since James Beattie in 2003.

Such a record should only increase interest in Ings especially as West Ham (home) and Aston Villa (away) are Southampton’s next two opponents.

The former Burnley and Liverpool man has arguably been the second-most reliable Fantasy forward for some time, with only Jamie Vardy (£10.1m) scoring more times (13) than Ings (eight) since Gameweek 7.

Ings has been in incredible form for Southampton

Furthermore, Ings is now the best-value among FPL forwards, registering 13.3 points per million spent this season.

His latest strike was a simple route-one goal. Jack Stephens (£4.3m) played a long-ball over the top from his centre-back position, which Ings ran onto after it bypassed Federico Fernández (£4.4m). The former Swansea defender did his best to harry Ings, who shrugged off the pressure and hooked an effort under Martin Dúbravka (£5.0m).

Also adding to Ings’ appeal is his propensity to secure bonus points. The fact that his volume of shots is never normally too high means that very few of his efforts end up off-target.

Therefore, in each of his last five matches, Ings has got bonus in all of them, registering the maximum amount in Gameweeks 14 and 15, while claiming two of them against Newcastle.

Ward-Prowse was a little unfortunate not to get something from this game

Ings remains the most viable option at Southampton, as James Ward-Prowse (£5.9m) blanked at St James’ Park, although it was his first since Gameweek 12.

The midfielder did admittedly come close to some attacking returns as he caused havoc from his set-piece delivery. Shane Long (£4.6m) was close to nodding one of his corners beyond Dúbravka but his effort went just wide.

Meanwhile, Nathan Redmond (£6.2m) remains a Fantasy nearly-man as he twice went close to scoring.

Early-on, he pounced on a poor pass back across the defence from Jetro Willems (£4.7m) and got through on goal. Redmond shot low forcing Dúbravka to produce a decent save with his feet, although he probably should have found the back of the net given the circumstances.

Redmond had two excellent chances but could not find the net against Newcastle

Shortly after, Redmond then blasted a well-struck shot at Dúbravka again, following a corner, the Newcastle goalkeeper parrying the ball away.

“I think this is the next step we have to go in such tight games. We have to be more clinical in those moments. It was our third game in a week where we were investing a lot, it’s normal that our concentration wasn’t the highest after such moments. But in that moment, you must know that this can decide the game. When you are 1-0 up, then you must take something here.” – Ralph Hasenhüttl

Potentially emerging as Fantasy differential in recent weeks is Jonjo Shelvey (£5.0m) who scored his third goal in as many matches against Southampton.

While there was controversy about his effort at Sheffield United midweek, there was none as he headed Newcastle level on Sunday afternoon.

Shelvey now has three Premier League goals in as many matches

The Magpies midfielder is arguably showing plenty of versatility in terms of how he’s grabbing his goals right now.

Against Manchester City, he smashed home a powerful pile-driver from distance, at Bramall Lane, he was the one running beyond the centre-forward in order to get clear on goal and on Sunday afternoon Shelvey displayed his aerial abilities.

His free-kick into the box was cleared to the right flank where Andy Carroll (£5.4m) collected the ball and lofted a cross back into the box which Shelvey nodded beyond Alex McCarthy (£4.3m).

If Shelvey can continue to establish himself as a source of attacking returns in the Newcastle squad, that could be of interest to Fantasy managers.

Fernández was the latest Newcastle defender to further their goal-tally

Thus far, offensive options have not shown much reliable form for Steve Bruce’s side, most of the goals coming from a collection of defensive assets.

Shelvey is now clear as the top goalscorer for Newcastle players this season but, prior to Gameweek 14, he was level with two other players, both of whom were defenders.

As things stand, Ciaran Clark (£4.3m), Fernández and Willems are joint-second on two goals each, with the former Swansea man adding to his total against Southampton.

Below them, Fabian Schär (£5.0m), Jamaal Lascelles (£4.3m), DeAndre Yedlin (£4.4m), Allan Saint-Maximin (£5.4m), Matthew Longstaff (£4.5m) and Joelinton (£5.6m) are all tied on one Premier League goal each.

Either way, it is clear that Shelvey presents the only remotely viable route into Newcastle’s attack this season.

Newcastle could miss Saint-Maximin’s pace if he is out for an extended period

That said, Newcastle could seriously miss the pace and power of Saint-Maximin as he came off with a suspected hamstring issue against Southampton.

The winger was taken off with an ankle problem at Bramall Lane and manager Bruce admitted after the latest win that he regretted not benching him in order to preserve his fitness ahead of a busy schedule.

“We don’t know how serious it is. I will kick myself if he is out for a long time. He is that maverick free spirit we have to manage. He wanted to play, to be fair to him. He had a nasty ankle the other night and was hobbling around, but when he pulls up the way he did, then we all fear the worst and that is the downside of playing somebody tired.” – Steve Bruce

Going into Gameweek 17, Newcastle have one of the more favourable runs of fixtures from a defensive perspective, especially as they meet Burnley and Crystal Palace in their next two matches.

However, whether or not they can be trusted with defensive investment remains to be seen as they still have just one clean sheet from Gameweek 9 onwards.

Newcastle United XI (5-4-1): Dúbravka; Willems, Dummett, Clark (Schär 46′), Fernández, Manquillo; Saint-Maximin, Shelvey, Hayden, Almirón (S Longstaff 85′); Joelinton (Carroll 59′).

Southampton XI (4-4-2): McCarthy; Bertrand, Bednarek, J Stephens, Cédric; Redmond, Højbjerg, Ward-Prowse, Djenepo (Boufal 73′); Ings (Adams 88′), S Long.

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  1. FOO FIGHTER
    • 4 Years
    4 years, 3 months ago

    Salah Salah!!!

  2. Railwayman
    • 11 Years
    4 years, 3 months ago

    What the hell is Barcelona doing ? They are playing with their third team, really disrespectful for BVB and football in general. Disgrace...

    1. CloudSky
      • 7 Years
      4 years, 3 months ago

      Dont be daft.

    2. DaisyDaisyDaisyDaisy
      • 10 Years
      4 years, 3 months ago

      Earned the right

      1. EL tridente
        • 6 Years
        4 years, 3 months ago

        Disgrace to save their player for two important fixtures against Sociedad and Real Madrid? Don't be stupid..

        1. EL tridente
          • 6 Years
          4 years, 3 months ago

          Players

  3. Supersonic Marv'
    • 7 Years
    4 years, 3 months ago

    Keita seems to be finally looking like the player we paid 50m for.

    1. Rainer
      • 7 Years
      4 years, 3 months ago

      60 😮

      Confidence is key, hopefully he keeps starting and stays healthy.

      1. Supersonic Marv'
        • 7 Years
        4 years, 3 months ago

        60? My memory must have shaved a few quid off.

  4. danlynch13
    • 8 Years
    4 years, 3 months ago

    A salah mane double up could be gold after the blank

    1. Revival
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 11 Years
      4 years, 3 months ago

      against Leicester, Wolves, Spurs and Utd...no thanks

      1. danlynch13
        • 8 Years
        4 years, 3 months ago

        They’ll still be scoring goals

  5. Rhodes your boat
    • 7 Years
    4 years, 3 months ago

    Salah back to business?!

    1. FOO FIGHTER
      • 4 Years
      4 years, 3 months ago

      You bet ya.

  6. DaisyDaisyDaisyDaisy
    • 10 Years
    4 years, 3 months ago

    It was that or square it to Mane, only one winner

  7. JustPark
    • 8 Years
    4 years, 3 months ago

    Keeper could have done better.

  8. OverTinker
    • 5 Years
    4 years, 3 months ago

    assist by defender or keeper?

    1. Rainer
      • 7 Years
      4 years, 3 months ago

      Gomez I think.

      1. OverTinker
        • 5 Years
        4 years, 3 months ago

        was being sarcastic

  9. Top Lad Dakes.
    • 7 Years
    4 years, 3 months ago

    Will be interesting if someone like Ox/Keita could ever become a viable option in FPL

    1. Supersonic Marv'
      • 7 Years
      4 years, 3 months ago

      When we first bought Keita I was convinced he could be.

      1. Top Lad Dakes.
        • 7 Years
        4 years, 3 months ago

        So was I. Shame that didn’t turn out, but would be nice if it can happen now. Maybe just needed gametime to adjust, like Fabinho

    2. BobbyDoesNotLook
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 6 Years
      4 years, 3 months ago

      Keita has huge potential but he is very injure prone and probably have not had enough games without injuries to really settle. Fabinho took quite a lot of time and now he is really a brilliant DM. Ox could also become very important.

  10. Ze_Austin
    • 5 Years
    4 years, 3 months ago

    https://twitter.com/ChelseaFC/status/1204472763492323329?s=20

    So... Pulisic ain't human, then?

    1. Hazz
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 6 Years
      4 years, 3 months ago

      Freedom doesn't rest.

    2. DAZZ
      • 9 Years
      4 years, 3 months ago

      As an owner it’s good to see him playing. After a bad loss against Everton, Lampard could easily have rang the changes tonight, but he’s sticking with Pulisic, which tells me he should start in a the other important must win game again this weekend.

  11. FOO FIGHTER
    • 4 Years
    4 years, 3 months ago

    Damn, I have stuck with Salah all the way. He has his shooting boots on again 😉

    1. Maddamotha
      • 7 Years
      4 years, 3 months ago

      Really? Missed 2-3 sitters.

    2. Salah’s Sonnet
      • 12 Years
      4 years, 3 months ago

      still rather have mane

    3. Tempestic
      • 5 Years
      4 years, 3 months ago

      Been poor today again apart from the goal

  12. Hazz
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 6 Years
    4 years, 3 months ago

    How on Earth has Salah scored that? Incredible scenes.

    GG FPL Cup opponent. Dead team. Salah (C). Watford up next.

    1. Rhodes your boat
      • 7 Years
      4 years, 3 months ago

      Wish I had him this week!

    2. Piggs Boson
      • 12 Years
      4 years, 3 months ago

      Given how inaccurate he's been in the game so far, he probably meant to cross the ball.

  13. Je suis le chat
    • 10 Years
    4 years, 3 months ago

    Phew, was about to consider binning Mo for Son. Will wait s week.

    1. ZeBestee
      • 9 Years
      4 years, 3 months ago

      Reason?

    2. Salah’s Sonnet
      • 12 Years
      4 years, 3 months ago

      whats changed?

  14. Monkey Hanger
    • 10 Years
    4 years, 3 months ago

    Haaland facially may look twelve years old, butt he is one big unit.

  15. Top Lad Dakes.
    • 7 Years
    4 years, 3 months ago

    Yikes, Pulisic starting tonight. Was gonna keep him for BOU rather than ditch for Alli to get some Spurs this week...

    Gonna be hard not to do if he gets 90 or close to it

    1. DAZZ
      • 9 Years
      4 years, 3 months ago

      It’s a good thing in my eyes. Massive game tonight, and he’s starting. Shows how important he is, he should play again this weekend, plenty of rest, and another important game

      1. Top Lad Dakes.
        • 7 Years
        4 years, 3 months ago

        Well, hopefully. Last chance for him. No Spurs is hurting me

      2. Monkey Hanger
        • 10 Years
        4 years, 3 months ago

        Agree.

    2. Ze_Austin
      • 5 Years
      4 years, 3 months ago

      Looks more like a lack of faith in his replacements (CHO, Pedro, winging Mount)

      And, as seen with Kante and Tammy, Lampard will run you into the ground if he doesn't trust you replacement

      1. Ze_Austin
        • 5 Years
        4 years, 3 months ago

        *your replacement

      2. OverTinker
        • 5 Years
        4 years, 3 months ago

        you are right but may be it changes in december

    3. Don Kloppeone
      • 6 Years
      4 years, 3 months ago

      I’m more worried about Mount now not starting because Lamps lost faith. This weekend was his last run out for my team

  16. Rainer
    • 7 Years
    4 years, 3 months ago

    Save it for Saturday, Trent.

    1. Tempestic
      • 5 Years
      4 years, 3 months ago

      Been very quiet today, let’s hope that’s the case

  17. ZeBestee
    • 9 Years
    4 years, 3 months ago

    That nutmeg from Mane though. 😀

  18. Don Kloppeone
    • 6 Years
    4 years, 3 months ago

    YNWA! Mo only scores impossible shots 😆

    Mané resting his scoring boots for the weekend I see

  19. FOO FIGHTER
    • 4 Years
    4 years, 3 months ago

    Mohamed Salah has been involved in 27 Champions League goals for Liverpool (19 goals, 8 assists) - only Lionel Messi (28) has been involved in more since the Egyptian joined the Reds.

    1. Je suis le chat
      • 10 Years
      4 years, 3 months ago

      Played a lot more CL games in that period than Messi.

  20. Rainer
    • 7 Years
    4 years, 3 months ago

    Norwegian Dominic Calvert Lewin subbed.

  21. Karan14
    • 7 Years
    4 years, 3 months ago

    Which combo would you rather own for a draft game?

    A) Kane & Zaha
    B) Pulisic & Firmino

    1. svasei - Up (?) the Rovers
      • 14 Years
      4 years, 3 months ago

      Kane for the bang.

    2. Ze_Austin
      • 5 Years
      4 years, 3 months ago

      A

    3. Rainer
      • 7 Years
      4 years, 3 months ago

      Kane.

      Someone other than Zaha if possible.

    4. Karan14
      • 7 Years
      4 years, 3 months ago

      Cheers guys!

  22. DA Minnion (Former great)
    • 11 Years
    4 years, 3 months ago

    Salah greedy.

  23. Don Kloppeone
    • 6 Years
    4 years, 3 months ago

    Haaland off. And breathe!

  24. Monkey Hanger
    • 10 Years
    4 years, 3 months ago

    Greedy greedy Mo.

    1. DaisyDaisyDaisyDaisy
      • 10 Years
      4 years, 3 months ago

      In FPL greed is good

      1. DaisyDaisyDaisyDaisy
        • 10 Years
        4 years, 3 months ago

        ...and Mo is Gordon Gekko

      2. FOO FIGHTER
        • 4 Years
        4 years, 3 months ago

        This

      3. Monkey Hanger
        • 10 Years
        4 years, 3 months ago

        Will not be when Sadio stops passing to him.

      4. BobbyDoesNotLook
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 6 Years
        4 years, 3 months ago

        Not in Salah's case imo. Usually when he is greedy it is not the right choice since it is not executed in a good enough way. In record season also Mo was much more unselfish and that created amazing one-two goals. I watched all Salah's PL goals the other day and was surprised how different the game looked that season. Would have been an easy PL win with better defence.

  25. FCSB
    • 8 Years
    4 years, 3 months ago

    Worth playing my wildcard next week GW18??

    Henderson
    TAA Soyuncu Chilwell
    Mane KDB Alli Mount
    Jimenez Vardy Tammy

    Button Lundstram Rico Dendoncker

    0FT, 0.2itb

  26. IRBOX ⚽
    • 7 Years
    4 years, 3 months ago

    Salah is so much better than Mane as a fantasy asset

    1. Don Kloppeone
      • 6 Years
      4 years, 3 months ago

      There he is 😉

      1. IRBOX ⚽
        • 7 Years
        4 years, 3 months ago

        😆

        1. Don Kloppeone
          • 6 Years
          4 years, 3 months ago

          Based on tonight alone, absolutely. Shame it doesn’t count tho eh?

    2. OverTinker
      • 5 Years
      4 years, 3 months ago

      yes

    3. Salah’s Sonnet
      • 12 Years
      4 years, 3 months ago

      lmao

  27. Eleven Hag
    • 6 Years
    4 years, 3 months ago

    Order them for gw17 plz

    A) Baldock - Villa H
    B) Lund
    C) Kelly - Brighton H
    D) Jimenez - Spurs H

  28. Public user
    • 13 Years
    4 years, 3 months ago

    why dont rest Salah mane ?!

    1. Rainer
      • 7 Years
      4 years, 3 months ago

      Everton.

      Bournemouth.

  29. OverTinker
    • 5 Years
    4 years, 3 months ago

    Rudiger is back so bye bye Tomori then?

    1. Rainer
      • 7 Years
      4 years, 3 months ago

      Arguably 4th choice now.

      1. Hazz
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 6 Years
        4 years, 3 months ago

        What we suspected was falling down the pecking order may have just been the injury he's been carrying.

        Would still sell though, for the lack of CSs alone.

    2. Revival
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 11 Years
      4 years, 3 months ago

      might bench this weekend before shipping out prior to GW18

    3. DaisyDaisyDaisyDaisy
      • 10 Years
      4 years, 3 months ago

      Anyone see them defending v Everton? Not so sure

  30. DA Minnion (Former great)
    • 11 Years
    4 years, 3 months ago

    The more I watch Salah the more I dislike him. So selfish. It's all about him. Mane twice the player.