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CRYSTAL PALACE are finishing the 2023/24 season in formidable form.The Eagles’ 3-1 victory over Wolves on Saturday was their fifth win in their last six games.Only Manchester City have earned more points in the same time frame with Oliver Glasner’s side above even Arsenal in the form table.PLAY DREAM TEAM’S EUROS FANTASY GAME AHEAD OF THIS SUMMER’S TOURNAMENT – £50,000 PRIZE POT!Style and substanceCredit: Dream TeamFrom a Dream Team perspective, it was the usual suspects among the points at Molineux.Michael Olise (£4.3m) and Jean-Philippe Mateta (£3.2m) scored in quick succession midway through the first half before Eberechi Eze (£4.3m) sealed the win in the second half.The former banked 14 points as he also registered an assist while his partners in crime notched ten points each.All three are among the top performers of the Gameweek at the time of writing.Olise truly is a Dream Team phenomenon.The 22-year-old has amassed 160 points in just 18 appearances this season.Most read in Dream TeamThat works out at an average of 8.9 points-per-game – only Dream Team’s overall top performer Erling Haaland (£7.2m) boasts a better rate among all assets.Talent to burnCredit: RexOlise has scored ten goals, provided five assists and racked up 35 bonus points in no time at all.Dream Team bosses should already be thinking about what he could achieve next season if he’s able to avoid injury setbacks.It’s reasonable to suggest he would have finished among the top five players in the game this term had he not been sidelined for 21 fixtures.The frustration for the Selhurst Park faithful is that Olise and Eze have not started more games in tandem.The England international has been available more often but he also missed a month of the campaign through injury in the winter.Palace’s performances (and results) when the pair play together are on a whole other level, as evidenced by their current surge.And let’s not underestimate Mateta’s transformation.The Frenchman looked like a busted flush when he mustered just two goals in 32 outings last season but recently he’s rediscovered the form he showed for Mainz a few years back.His poacher’s goal against Wolves was his 16th of the campaign in all competitions (13th in the league) and he’s registered six assists as well.Glasner’s side have been very impressive of lateCredit: ReutersDream Team’s Nick Elliott previews this summer’s Euro 2024 tournament gameMateta has been particularly prolific since the start February, scoring 11 goals in 15 games.This fruitful run has yielded 112 points at an average of 7.5 per fixture.Any Dream Team manager worth their salt should already be thinking about how many points Palace’s top assets might be able to provide in 2024/25, especially if they continue to improve under Glasner.Although the club may have a hard time keeping hold of their brightest stars this summer, including rising star Adam Wharton (£2.2m).READ MORE SUN STORIESNot that gaffers should be wishing away the final Gameweeks of the current campaign of course.There’s also the huge matter of Dream Team’s Euros fantasy game – which is available to play right now!talkSPORT BET Welcome offer
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DREAM TEAM brings you all the latest injury, suspension and availability news ahead of Gameweek 35 in one easily digestible dose.Takehiro Tomiyasu was absent from Arsenal training on Thursday and must therefore be considered a doubt ahead of Sunday’s match at Old Trafford.Bukayo Saka was pictured with heavy strapping although the Gunners’ winger is accustomed to playing through niggles.Mikel Arteta did name his No7 when listing possible doubts but the England international rarely misses out if even half fit.As for the Red Devils, Bruno Fernandes resumed training this week after a rare absence last time out.The Portuguese midfielder, who features in 17.8% of Dream Teams, is therefore in contention to play.Marcus Rashford and Scott McTominay also have a chance having returned to training but Luke Shaw has suffered a setback on his road to recovery – Mason Mount is also out.PLAY SCORE PREDICTOR AHEAD OF THIS WEEKEND’S ACTION – SOMEBODY MUST WIN £500 IN CASH!Saka was named as a doubt but Mikel Arteta tends to select the winger through thick and thinCredit: Dream TeamEmi Martinez returned for Aston Villa for the second leg of their Europa Conference League semi-final and is therefore in line to start against Liverpool on Monday night.Jurgen Klopp’s press conference was light on team news but, based on previous comments, there’s an outside of chance of Diogo Jota being involved in some capacity.Most read in FootballReece James is expected to be included in Chelsea’s matchday squad at the very least having resumed full training after his lengthy lay-off.The same is true for Lesley Ugochukwu while Malo Gusto, Raheem Sterling, Thiago Silva and Christopher Nkunku all returned against West Ham last weekend to ease the Blues’ injury troubles.Joao Pedro is a doubt for Brighton’s trip to Newcastle having injured his ankle in training today.It’s unclear whether the 20-goal striker will travel with the Seagulls to St James’ Park.Trippier may return for Newcastle this weekendCredit: GettyAs for the host, Eddie Howe revealed: “Kieran [Trippier] is getting closer, he has trained this week.”A late decision will be made on the right-back while Nick Pope may be given a start having returned to the bench against Burnley.Luton will be boosted by the return of Chiedozie Ogbene as they seek to avoid relegation back to the Championship.The Hatters travel to West Ham, who will once again be without centre-backs Nayef Aguerd and Konstantinos Mavropanos.In brighter news for the Hammers, David Moyes told reporters: “Lucas Paqueta seems okay and has trained for most of the week.”Pep Guardiola has a fully fit squad to choose from as Manchester City hope to take another step towards the defence of their Premier League title against Fulham on Saturday.Lloyd Kelly, Marcus Tavernier and Tyler Adams are all available for Bournemouth after their recent setbacks but Ryan Fredericks, Luis Sinisterra and Chris Mepham remain sidelined.Milos Kerkez will serve the last of his three-game ban for the Cherries.Dream Team’s Nick Elliott previews this summer’s Euro 2024 tournament gameARSENALInjuries: Takehiro Tomiyasu (doubt), Bukayo Saka (doubt)Suspensions: NoneASTON VILLAInjuries: Tyrone Mings, Emi Buendia, Boubacar Kamara, Jacob Ramsey, Alex Moreno (doubt), Morgan Rogers (doubt), Youri Tielemans (doubt), Nicolo Zaniolo (doubt)Suspensions: NoneBOURNEMOUTHInjuries: Ryan Fredericks, Chris Mepham, Luis SinisterraSuspensions: Milos KerkezBRENTFORDInjuries: Aaron Hickey, Rico Henry, Josh Dasilva, Ben MeeSuspensions: NoneBRIGHTONInjuries: Solly March, James Milner, Jack Hinshelwood, Kaoru Mitoma, Evan Ferguson, Tariq Lamptey (doubt), Jan Paul van Hecke, Adam Lallana, Pervis Estupinan, Joao PedroSuspensions: NoneBURNLEYInjuries: Luka Koleosho (doubt), Nathan Redmond, Aaron Ramsey, Ameen Al-Dakhil, Jordan BeyerSuspensions: NoneCHELSEAInjuries: Wesley Fofana, Romeo Lavia, Lesley Ugochukwo (doubt), Reece James (doubt), Robert Sanchez, Ben Chilwell, Raheem Sterling, Enzo Fernandez, Carney ChukwuemekaSuspensions: NoneCRYSTAL PALACEInjuries: Cheick Doucoure, Rob Holding, Matheus Franca, Sam Johnstone, Jefferson Lerma (doubt)Suspensions: NoneEVERTONInjuries: Dele Alli, Nathan Patterson, Vitaliy MykolenkoSuspensions: NoneFULHAMInjuries: Harrison Reed (doubt)Suspensions: NoneLIVERPOOLInjuries: Thiago Alcantara, Ben Doak, Joel Matip, Diogo Jota (doubt)Suspensions: NoneLUTONInjuries: Tom Lockyer, Marvelous Nakamba, Mads Andersen, Jacob Brown, Amari’i Bell, Dan Potts, Issa KaboreSuspensions: NoneMANCHESTER CITYInjuries: NoneSuspensions: NoneMANCHESTER UNITEDInjuries: Tyrell Malacia, Anthony Martial, Lisandro Martinez, Luke Shaw, Raphael Varane, Victor Lindelof, Bruno Fernandes (doubt), Willy Kambwala, Mason Mount, Harry MaguireSuspensions: NoneNEWCASTLEInjuries: Matt Targett, Kieran Trippier (doubt), Jamaal Lascelles, Lewis Miley, Sven Botman, Joe Willock, Fabian ScharSuspensions: Sandro TonaliNOTTINGHAM FORESTInjuries: Neco Williams (doubt)Suspensions: NoneSHEFFIELD UNITEDInjuries: Daniel Jebbison (doubt), John Egan, Chris Basham, Rhys Norrington-Davies, Max Lowe, Rhian Brewster, Tom Davies, George Baldock, Oli McBurnieSuspensions: Anel AhmedhodzicTOTTENHAMInjuries: Ryan Sessegnon, Manor Solomon, Fraser Forster, Destiny Udogie, Timo Werner, Ben DaviesSuspensions: NoneWEST HAMInjuries: Nayef Aguerd, Konstantinos Mavropanos, Kalvin Phillips (doubt)Suspensions: NoneWOLVESREAD MORE SUN STORIESInjuries: Criag Dawson, Leon Chwome, Pedro NetoSuspensions: NonetalkSPORT BET Welcome offer
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ANOTHER Score Predictor Matchweek, another £500 in cash up for grabs!Simply gaze into your crystal ball and foresee the scores of five selected Premier League fixtures and you’ll earn points based on the accuracy of your predictions.You don’t have to get all five scores exactly correct – something Matt Chouffot achieved against astronomical odds last month – you just have to muster more points than anyone else to claim the weekly prize.And if you opt for sheer gut instinct, it takes just a few seconds to enter your predictions.CLICK HERE TO PLAY SCORE PREDICTOR FOR FREE – £500 CASH PRIZE MUST BE WON!Submit your predictions and put yourself in contention for the cash prizeCredit: Dream TeamIn the spirit of transparency, these are our predictions for Matchweek 38.Newcastle v BrightonThis would have made for an entertaining even contest at various times in the last year but this match-up very much favours the hosts at present.The Magpies boast the fourth best home record in the Premier League this season and they’re currently third in the form table having won four of their last five games.In contrast, the Seagulls have won just four league games on the road in 2023/24 and, despite an encouraging win over Aston Villa last time out, only four teams have earned fewer points from their last six fixtures.Most read in Dream TeamOur Prediction: 3-1 to NewcastleAnthony Gordon and Alexander Isak are particularly effective at St James’ ParkCredit: ReutersDream Team’s Nick Elliott previews this summer’s Euro 2024 tournament gameTottenham v BurnleySpurs are one of those teams below Brighton in the form table having lost four games on the spin.Granted, Ange Postecoglou’s men have faced a tricky run (Newcastle, Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool) but 13 goals conceded in four outings is a cause for concern.That being said, only Manchester City, Arsenal and Liverpool have won more league games at home than Spurs this term while the Clarets have mustered just 14 points from 18 away days.Son Heung-min and company should have enough firepower to end their miserable run.Our Prediction: 2-1 to TottenhamPostecoglou could do with a winCredit: GettyNottingham Forest v ChelseaThe Blues have given themselves every chance of qualifying for Europe with an impressive upturn in form as the campaign draws to a close.In fact, only Man City and Arsenal have earned more points across their last ten games.Having previously been almost solely reliant on Cole Palmer, the likes of Conor Gallagher, Noni Madueke and Nicolas Jackson have looked increasingly effective in attack of late.As for the hosts, a win over Sheffield United last weekend all but preserved their Premier League status but they’ll still be wary of a late Luton charge.Forest won 1-0 at Stamford Bridge back in September but we reckon Chelsea will get their revenge on Saturday.Our Prediction: 2-0 to ChelseaChelsea are finishing the season in fine formCredit: GettyManchester United v ArsenalDespite the Gunners broadly outperforming the Red Devils under his watch, Mikel Arteta has come unstuck in his last two visits to Old Trafford.However, it would be a huge upset if Arsenal failed to win on Sunday given the nature of Man United’s recent performances.Erik ten Hag watched his side slump to a 4-0 defeat at Selhurst Park on Monday and the Dutchman has failed to stop his side conceding an almighty tidal wave of shots since the turn of the year.Structurally, these two teams couldn’t be further apart with the visitors frugal in defence while the hosts tend to be involved in strangely open contests.Man United looked particularly hopeless without Bruno Fernandes last time out and if the Portuguese midfielder is out again (keep an eye out for availability updates) then Bukayo Saka and friends could run amok.Our Prediction: 3-0 to ArsenalAnother defeat would heap even more pressure on Ten HagCredit: GettyAston Villa v LiverpoolMonday night football features fourth against third but the recent history of this fixture is immensely one-sided in the Reds’ favour.Liverpool have won six of their last seven meetings with the Villains with last season’s 1-1 draw at Anfield being the only minor blemish.Both sides have run out of steam at the back end of the campaign with Jurgen Klopp’s troops falling out of the title race and Villa losing 6-2 on aggregate to Olympiacos in the Europa Conference League semi-finals.Unai Emery’s side were also extremely lacklustre against Brighton last week – they mustered just two attempts at goal at the Amex.Both teams have won two, drawn two and lost two from their last six league games which makes this a difficult match-up to predict.30% of Score Predictors have opted for a 2-2 draw at the time of writing but we’ll edge it to the visitors because of Villa’s trek back from Greece.Our Prediction: 3-2 to LiverpoolREAD MORE SUN STORIESLiverpool enjoyed themselves against Spurs last weekendCredit: AFPShow us how it’s done by entering Score Predictor before the action 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EVERY transfer counts at this late stage of the season.Ahead of Gameweek 35, the majority of Dream Team managers will be focused on the six teams set to fulfil two fixtures: Manchester City, Manchester United, Chelsea, Brighton, Newcastle and Tottenham.With this in mind, allow us to suggest some recommendations…PLAY SCORE PREDICTOR AHEAD OF THIS WEEKEND’S ACTION – SOMEBODY MUST WIN £500 IN CASH!A huge differential optionCredit: Dream TeamNoni Madueke (£3.1m) Chelsea’s No11 is among the tempting differential options for Gameweek 35 with a current ownership of just 0.2%!The 22-year-old didn’t do his reputation any favours when he attempted to take a penalty off Cole Palmer (£5.4m) a few weeks back but there’s no doubt his performances have improved lately.In fact, Madueke is statistically the third-most in-form midfielder in the game right now having added 34 points to his tally across his last three outings.His 17-point return against West Ham last time out was his best haul of the season – he scored one goal and assisted another as the Blues thrashed the Hammers 5-0.More broadly, he’s notched four goals and three assists in his last ten games during a spell in which Mauricio Pochettino’s side have looked increasingly effective.Most read in FootballChelsea arguably have the most-favourable double header in Gameweek 35 in the form of Nottingham Forest and Brighton.Josko Gvardiol (£4.1m)Only Ben White is in better form among Dream Team defendersCredit: AlamyManchester City assets will be hugely popular this week and with good reason.Not only are they among the six teams with two fixtures this coming Gameweek (against Fulham and Spurs) they are guaranteed a game in Gameweek 37 thanks to the FA Cup final.Generally, Pep Guardiola’s defenders have underwhelmed this season but Gvardiol has done his best to rectify that in recent weeks.The Croatia international has plundered 52 points from his last six games and 77 points from his last ten appearances.This fruitful run has featured four clean sheets, three goals and two assists.City assets are always at risk of rotation but Gvardiol’s form should earn him the bulk of the remaining minutes this term.Erling Haaland (£6.9m), Phil Foden (£5.8m) and Kevin De Bruyne (£6.2m) all fall under the category of blindingly obvious transfer suggestions this week.Bruno Guimaraes (£4.4m)Bonus ballCredit: Getty We’ve tipped Alexander Isak (£4.6m) and Anthony Gordon (£4m) often enough in recent weeks so there’s no need to repeat ourselves in that regard.But let’s throw Newcastle’s all-action midfielder into the mix as well.Guimaraes is Dream Team’s bonus point king having racked up 76 of them this season – only seven other players have more than 50 to their name.And he’s been among the goal involvements since the start of February with five goals and four assists across the last 13 Gameweeks.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe Brazilian averages 5.8 points-per-game this campaign and so it’s reasonable to expect a double-digit haul from him in Gameweek 35 with the in-form Magpies set to take on Brighton and Manchester United.Lock in your transfers before Saturday’s 11:30am deadline.talkSPORT BET Welcome offer
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WE’RE aware that some Dream Team managers are uncertain how and when the 2023/24 season will conclude.Allow us to clear a few things up.PLAY SCORE PREDICTOR AHEAD OF THIS WEEKEND’S ACTION – SOMEBODY MUST WIN £500 IN CASH!Man City players should be popular for the final few GameweeksCredit: Dream TeamJust one fixture remains in Gameweek 34 – Aston Villa’s trip to Olympiacos for the second leg of their Europa Conference League semi-final.Once that’s complete, there will be three Gameweeks left before the campaign ends.Gameweek 35 gets underway at 11:30am this coming Saturday (May 11th) and features a full round of league fixtures plus three additional midweek games.Tottenham, Manchester City, Brighton, Chelsea, Manchester United and Newcastle are the six teams set for double headers.After that, Gameweek 36 consists entirely of the final day of the Premier League campaign, in which all 20 teams will kick-off at the same time (4pm) on Sunday 19th May.Finally, Gameweek 37 will feature the FA Cup final between the two Manchester clubs and the Europa Conference League final if Unai Emery’s side muster a comeback in Greece this week.However, with the Villains 4-2 down on aggregate at present, it seems likely that Man City and Man United will be the only teams active in Gameweek 37.Most read in FootballVilla face an uphill task to qualify for the Europa Conference League finalCredit: GettyIt’s important to note that Gameweek 37 will work the same way as every other Gameweek in terms of transfers.Dream Team bosses will be given two transfers to use before the deadline, which will be an hour before kick-off as usual.Those who opt to carry transfers over will have more at their disposal.Gaffers will have to select a captain as normal and they can even play a Booster if they wish, unless they’ve already used all three of course.GAMEWEEK BREAKDOWN:
GW35: 13 Premier League fixtures (Spurs, Man City, Brighton, Chelsea, Man United and Newcastle all play twice)
GW36: 10 Premier League fixtures (everyone plays once)
GW37: FA Cup final (Man City v Man United) and Europa Conference League final if Aston Villa qualify
From strategic viewpoint, gaffers should be drawn to the Manchester clubs as they have four fixtures each remaining while 13 clubs have just two games left.A guaranteed fixture in Gameweek 37 makes City assets even more appealing than usualCredit: GettyAs for Score Predictor, the nature of the game means the final Matchweek will coincide with the last round of Premier League fixtures.READ MORE SUN STORIESAs usual, users will have to predict the results of five selected games as they compete for the final weekly prize of the domestic season – the overall leaderboard winner will also be decided!Once all of that is wrapped up, focus will switch to our Euros fantasy game – the fun never stops!talkSPORT BET Welcome offer
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