Two more gameweeks to go! It’s time to go big or go home. I hope you’ll have saved your chips as they could be game changers in your mini leagues! Let’s take a look players who could light up your gameweek!
1. AFC Bournemouth
M. Brooks (6.1), F. Wilson (7.4)
Vs Southampton (H)
The duo were involved in the Cherries only girl vs Manchester City last GW. Brooks scored in the 88th minute to deny Pep’s men a clean sheet. Southampton may look one of the most solid outfits in the Premier League at the moment but are still prone to conceding goals, conceding in each of their last 3 games.
2. Arsenal
GK. Martinez (4.3), M. Saka (4.7), F. Aubameyang (10.9), F. Lacazette (9.2)
Vs Aston Villa (A)
The team will be in good spirits after beating champions Liverpool 2-1 in their last game. I do believe the Gunners can keep a clean sheet if they play in their successful 3-4-3 formation that has helped them gain results in recent games. Aubameyang could be a differential captain pick of the week in my opinion. Other in form Arsenal options include Bukayo Saka and Lacazette who scored in important games like the North London Derby and Vs Liverpool.
3. Aston Villa
Vs Arsenal (H)
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4. Brighton And Hove Albion
F. Maupay (5.7)
Vs Newcastle United
The French forward could be an interesting choice this GW. Most of Maupay’s goals have come at the Amex Stadium this season. He also scored in Brighton’s 1-1 draw vs Southampton in his last game.
5. Burnley
GK. Pope (5.1), D. Tarkowski (5.4), F. Wood (6.1)
Vs Norwich City (A)
Most of us will expect Burnley to keep a clean sheet in this game. Norwich have looked poor in their recent games. Burnley’s Chris Wood is fit and is having his highest scoring season of 12 goals. The New Zealand forward could be another differential for the week.
6. Chelsea
M. Pulisic (7.4), F. Giroud (6.7)
Vs Liverpool (A)
Looking at Liverpool’s recent performances one would think that even Chelsea could beat them this GW. Pulisic has provided 6+ points in 6 of Chelsea’s last 7 games. Another name that has had a significant impact in Chelsea’s recent performances is Olivier Giroud. The French forward has 3 goals in his last 4 appearances. Another thing to note about Arsenal, Chelsea, ManCity and ManUtd is that these clubs will be involved in the FA Cup semis which could impact their performances this GW.
7. Crystal Palace
Vs Wolves
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8. Everton
M. Richarlison (8.2)
Vs Sheffield United (A)
The Brazilian has been the Toffees most prolific player this season with 12 goals and 3 assists. Sheffield United haven’t looked quite convincing since the season resumed suffering several hiccups on the way.
9. Leicester City
F. Vardy (9.8)
Vs Spurs (A)
There’s not much I can really say about this about this fixture. It would be wrong to say that the Foxes have more to play for or have more at stake. Yes, the Champions League is a bigger deal but Spurs being a club with a bigger investments it would look bad for them to miss out on a European spot, especially after being a CL finalist and it could also affect potential incoming signings. Jamie Vardy bagged an assist last GW but I still thing English forward will want to win the golden boot. Leicester do play United next though!
10. Liverpool
M. Mane (12.2), M. Salah (12.5)
Vs Chelsea (H)
Probably the only two players that I’d bank on to deliver based Liverpool’s current form.
11. Manchester City
M. Mahrez (8.6), M. Sterling (11.9), M. D Silva (7.4), M. KDB (10.7), M. Foden (5.5), F. Jesus (9.8)
Vs Watford (A)
A lot depends on City’s line-up vs Arsenal for the FA Cup. If I’m not mistaken I have a feeling that we could see that same line-up that Guardiola fielded in City’s last game vs Bournemouth and that he’s saved players like Laporte, Sterling and KDB for the semis today.
12. Manchester United
M. Martial (8.5), M. Fernandes (9.1), F. Rashford (8.9), F. Greenwood (4.9)
Vs West Ham United (H)
Same situation as City but at least here we know which players will start. The only problem will be fatigue so I don’t expect United to win big vs West Ham. All four names have been in fantastic form so it’s up to you as to which player you pick. I’d personally go for Martial as he looks a bit different, he seems to be hungry and confident.
13. Newcastle United
Vs Brighton (A)
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14. Norwich City
Vs Burnley (H)
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15. Sheffield United
Vs Everton (H)
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16. Southampton
M. Armstrong (5.2), F. Ings (7.6)
Vs Bournemouth (A)
If you’ve watched Southampton closely you’d surely have noticed how important these two have been for the Saints since the PL returned. Danny Ings was once again involved in the club’s 1-1 draw to Brighton could be touted provide attacking returns vs relegation threatened Bournemouth.
17. Tottenham Hostpur
M. Son (9.6), F. Kane (10.9)
Vs Leicester City (H)
The South Korean has scored in Spurs previous two games making his way into FPL Scout Selection team. Harry Kane scored twice last week after frustrating managers with his performance vs Bournemouth and Arsenal. The duo will be a massive threat to Brendan Rodgers Leicester who themselves have looked quite shaky in recent games.
18. Watford
Vs Manchester City (H)
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19. West Ham United
Vs Manchester United (A)
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20. Wolverhampton Wanderers
D. Doherty (6.5), D. Saiss (4.7), F. Jimenez (8.1)
Vs Crystal Palace (H)
One is a cut price option while another is someone who can provide assists as well as attract bonus points. At the other end of the park, Raul Jimenez has scored in his last two games and will be backed to provide managers with points this GW as Wolves play Palace who have big.. big.. problems at the back.
