Dec 14

Gameweek 16 Captain Tips

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FPLHolly is back this week with her selection of captain picks for Gameweek 16. Her Clueless Husband attempts to look back to last seasons Hull City season ticket with fond memories, as he opts for a familiar favourite. Read on for more! Gameweek 15 was disappointing in terms of captain picks as many of the popular options blanked. Last weeks shield pick managed an assist which ordinarily, many would have been content with. However, 5 points from Mo Salah in a game in which Liverpool scored 5, became rather disappointing. Those who went with Eden Hazard were rewarded as he's building up momentum to essential status. Here's the Gameweek 16 picks.

Shield Pick: Mohammed Salah vs Everton (H)

Anytime Goalscorer Odds: 3/4 It's Merseyside Derby weekend and Mo has proven that he can turn up in the big games, with goals against Arsenal, Spurs and Chelsea. Liverpool have been prolific at Anfield this season, which makes Mo a great pick, despite the game looking tough on paper. His 53% (and rising) ownership makes him an ideal shield pick, he was the most popular choice last week. He's now returned in his last 7 games, do you think he can make it 8?

Sword Pick: Harry Kane vs Stoke (H)

Anytime Goalscorer Odds: 11/20 Harry Kane hasn't been as prolific as yet, but he is always a popular captaincy contender. This week, Stoke visit Wembley and Spurs need to bounce back after two disappointing away performances. Kane has 2 goals and 2 assists in 9 appearances against the Potters and is chasing Alan Shearer's record of scoring the most Premier League in a calendar year. He looks set for a rest in the Champions League after Spurs qualified spectacularly for the knockout stages by winning their tough group. Do you think he'll be refreshed at the weekend?

Form Pick: Eden Hazard vs West Ham (A)

Anytime Goalscorer Odds: 11/10 Eden Hazard was spectacular in Gameweek 15 and could easily have returned more than the brace that he scored! If you don't have him in your team then you're doing something wrong. His form is second only to Salah, with 5 goals and 2 assists in his last six games. Chelsea have got a favourable match up against West Ham, who've been poor defensively all season. Hazard has 4 goals and 3 assists in 10 appearances against the Hammers, will you be hoping that he adds to that tally this time out?

Fixture Pick: Alexandre Lacazette vs Southampton (A)

Anytime Goalscorer Odds: 21/20 Arsenal were on a fantastic run, until David De Gea stopped almost everything in sight at the Emirates last weekend. Alexandre did manage to get on the score sheet though, and he now has 4 returns in his last 5 games. He miraculously overcame a muscular injury to feature last weekend and this week travels to St. Mary's, where Southampton haven't kept a clean sheet since Gameweek 9. Can Lacazette do it again this week?

Punt Pick: Riyad Mahrez vs Newcastle (A)

Anytime Goalscorer Odds: 23/10 Mahrez debuted a new hair style in Gameweek 15 and successfully penetrated the usually steadfast Burnley back line. He's thriving under Claude Puel, playing as a no.10 in a highly counter attacking team. He has a goal and assist in his last 2 games and this week Leicester face Newcastle, who've conceded in all of their last 6 games. Will it be Mahrez's turn to wipe out the Toon's clean sheet this week?

Clueless Husband/Park the Bus Pick: Harry Maguire vs Newcastle (A)

Clean Sheet Odds: 5/2 Anytime Goalscorer Odds: 12/1 Last season, my Clueless Husband was a reluctant Hull City season ticket holder. He managed to get out of going to some home games, but still had to endure most of their relegation campaign. Harry Maguire was his favourite player and he's owned him in FPL all season. ‘Arry was his top points scorer last week, so he's giving him the armband this week. Claude Puel is attempting to tighten up the foxes backline and Newcastle are lacking a recognised goal scorer. Are you brave enough to go with my clueless husband and captain a defender? Until Next Week… Good Luck! Holly. Follow Holly for more FPL insight... Looking for a Gameweek 16 preview? @JWoodfield365 discusses the best differentials for the Christmas period in a one-off special the 12 FPL Differentials of Christmas Also be sure to check out Holly's new website where she is pulling together all the best of #FPL - This week she provides form and fixture charts for GW16 [/fusion_text][/fusion_builder_column][fusion_builder_column type="1_6" layout="1_6" spacing="" center_content="no" hover_type="none" link="" mer_position="all" padding="" dimension_margin="" animation_type="" animation_direction="left" animation_speed="0.3" animation_offset="" last="no" element_content=""][/fusion_builder_column][/fusion_builder_row][/fusion_builder_container]