Drop
Dejan Lovren
It’s been a long time since the
former Southampton man has featured in the defending tips, unchanged as he
settles under the drop zone once again. If Martin Skrtel’s three match ban was
difficult to digest for Liverpool fans, picturing Lovren to start against
Arsenal was a heart disease. Social media flooded with comments pleading that
Kolo Toure should fill the crucial void rather than the Croatian, who spreads
nervy vibes along the defensive line. However, the dice is with Brendan
Rodgers, he could scare the fans by placing Lovren in the starting line-up. If
he does get the nod, the clutching pace and limitless energy of Arsenal’s
attackers will pile him down with ease.
Punt
Seamus Coleman
The Republic of Ireland star is
among those defenders who are never shy of bursting upfront and has the ability
to score wondrous goals. The Toffees aren’t up-to-mark this campaign, losing
grip of the top-four battle and couple of infuriating results. Coleman was a
gem for dream team managers in the previous season, those who kept faith on his
this time has ended with disappointments. The 26-year old right-back fairly
reminded the fans of his talent two weeks back, where Everton secured a narrow
2-1 victory at Loftus Road, Coleman being their hero. He scored a sublime goal
to hand the lead for the visiting team, then turned provider for Lennon’s first
goal for the Merseyside club. The sure starter will face the attackers of
Southampton next, who are deadly on the borders with the skillfulness of Elia
as well as Mane. Being a pivotal performer for Roberto Martinez, can the
dynamic defender repeat his magic at Goodison Park this weekend?
Hot
Chris Smalling
The Englishman, alongside fellow
countryman Phil Jones has been on convincing form in the last two key fixtures,
where Manchester United sealed maximum points. The Red Devils supporters are
relishing they have found their new Nemanja Vidic. The former Fulham defender
was a brick-wall against the joint top-scorer of the league, Harry Kane and jostled
away Liverpool’s regular rhythmic attack at Anfield with commanding presence
and link-up play with Jones. With the brilliance of David De Gea at the posts,
United have clinched three clean sheets in their previous four league matches,
where Smalling has played every minute of it. There are few reports stating he
has picked up illness, yet the 25-year old will be available for this weekend’s
clash against the rickety Aston Villa side, who suffered a 1-0 lost at home to
Swansea City. Furthermore, Smalling has been rewarding in the opponent’s
penalty box too, notching three goals this season. Aston Villa do have some
tricky attackers with pace and power, however lashing in with excessive momentum,
Smalling and co is expected to have a contended afternoon at Old Trafford this
Saturday.
Star Picks
John Terry – The chief organizer at the Blues defense has been
rewarded with a contract extension for his top notch performance so far this
season.
Jose Fonte – Arguably the most underrated defenders in the
Premier League, the Portuguese man has been the star man for Southampton’s
splendid defensive record this spell.
Branislav Ivanovic – Four goals and five assists, stats even many
wingers and strikers stumble to reach, the Serbian is a rewarding option for
the fantasy premier league.
Danny Rose – One of the most improved performers and constantly
dominates the flank with boundless energy.
Laurent Koscielny – Strenuous and strong, Frenchman has been Arsenal’s
star man at the back.
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