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    Differential options for Dream Team bosses in need of a difference-maker for Gameweek 36

    THE sensible play for Dream Team managers is to back Manchester City to the hilt for the remainder of the season.Pep Guardiola’s side have a home game against West Ham in Gameweek 36 and a win would secure them a fourth consecutive Premier League title.Erling Haaland (£7.2m) and friends are unbeaten since early December (having technically drawn with Real Madrid in both legs of the Champions League quarter-finals) and to top it all off, they are favourites to triumph in the only fixture of Gameweek 37 – the FA Cup final.CLICK HERE TO PLAY DREAM TEAM’S EUROS FANTASY GAME – £50,000 PRIZE POT, FREE TO ENTER, GREAT FUN!The logical routeCredit: GettyHowever, the vast majority of Dream Team bosses will follow the same line of thinking.Some gaffers will need to think outside the box if they are to improve their rank, and possibly even pinch a Mini League victory, in what little remains of the campaign.The likes of Kevin De Bruyne (£6.1m) and Josko Gvardiol (£4.2m) are clearly excellent options but if a rival above you in your Mini League also brings them in this week then their returns won’t make a difference.This is the privilege of being a Mini League leader; you inevitably force your chasers to think outside the box and take risks.With that in mind, let’s analyse a few potential differentials ahead of Gameweek 36.Morgan Gibbs-White (£3.4m)Most read in Dream TeamAn underrated gemCredit: Dream TeamNottingham Forest travel to Turf Moor to face an already relegated Burnley on the final day of the Premier League campaign.With Nuno Espirito Santo’s side essentially safe from relegation (if not quite mathematically) the pressure will be off and the nature of the contest might create an environment in which Forest’s No10 thrives.The 24-year-old has registered six goals and 12 assists this season and certainly has the ability to unpick a demoralised defence.No team has earned fewer points at home than Vincent Kompany’s side in 2023/24.Gibbs-White averages 6.7 points-per-game across his last three fixtures and currently features in 1.2% of teams.See also: Callum Hudson-Odoi (£3m).Michael Olise (£4.3m)A class actCredit: RexDream Team’s Nick Elliott previews this summer’s Euro 2024 tournament gameCrystal Palace face a relatively tricky final opponent in the form of Aston Villa but with the Villains having already qualified for the Champions League, they might not be entirely motivated at Selhurst Park on Sunday.It’s also worth noting Unai Emery’s men are without a win in their last five games in all competitions.In contrast, the Eagles are finishing the season in fine style having taken 16 points from a possible 18 in their last six outings.Eberechi Eze (£4.3m) and Jean-Philippe Mateta (£3.2m) have been key to the upturn while Adam Wharton (£2.2m) continues to gain admirers but Olise reigns supreme from a Dream Team perspective.The gifted midfielder has banked 52 points across the last four Gameweeks.More broadly, he averages 8.9 points-per-game this season – only Haaland boasts a superior average among all assets.Despite these incredible stats, Olise features in just 0.7% of teams right now!Mohammed Kudus (£5.3m)Arsenal’s last hope?Credit: GettyUltra brave gaffers could opt to take Man City on directly by backing a West Ham star to shine at the Etihad.Kudus’ remarkable dribbling ability has earned him 70 bonus points this season – only Bruno Guimaraes (£4.6m) has more to his name at this late stage.Couple this with 12 goals and nine assists and it’s no wonder the Ghana international has racked up 290 points in total – he’s sixth among midfielders overall at the time of writing.Such is his individual brilliance, the ex-Ajax winger was even able to add nine points to his tally against Chelsea in Gameweek 34 despite the Hammers’ 5-0 defeat.READ MORE SUN STORIESGaffers in need of a difference-maker should back a player with a high ceiling and Kudus undoubtedly fits the bill.He appears in 1.9% of teams right now.talkSPORT BET Welcome offer
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    Which Dream Team defenders have provided the most goal involvements this season?

    TIME is running out for Dream Team managers.Our regular season fantasy game is drawing to a close and many gaffers will be hoping to improve their overall rank across the final Gameweeks.It’s often the case that goal contributions from the back make a huge difference so let’s analyse which defenders have registered the most goals and assists in all competitions so far this season.CLICK HERE TO PLAY DREAM TEAM’S EUROS FANTASY GAME – £50,000 PRIZE POT, FREE TO ENTER, GREAT FUN!Anfield’s hero puts most playmakers to shame with his passing and crossingCredit: Dream TeamMOST ASSISTS AMONG DEFENDERS IN 2023/24:
    Trent Alexander-Arnold (£5m) – 13
    Kieran Trippier (£4.3m) – 11
    Pedro Porro (£3.3m) – 8
    Malo Gusto (£3.1m) – 8
    Conor Bradley (£3.4m) – 7
    Antonee Robinson (£3.2m) – 7
    Vladimir Coufal (£2.3m) – 7
    Ben White (£4.6m) – 6
    Diogo Dalot (£3.2m) – 6
    Sergio Reguilon (£2.5m) – 6
    As has often been the case since he burst onto the scene, Liverpool’s homegrown hero leads the way in terms of playmaking among players in his position.Whereas before Alexander-Arnold simply bombed forward from right-back, he’s frequently been deployed in a midfield/hybrid role in the last year – it’ll be interesting to see how Jurgen Klopp’s successor uses the England international next term.Trippier recently missed nine games through injury and yet still he’s Alexander-Arnold’s closest rival in this metric.The Newcastle right-back provides plentiful chances from open play and set-pieces when fully fit. Most read in Dream TeamPorro was a creative force throughout the first half of the campaign but the assists have dried up for him lately – he hasn’t registered one since mid-January.Credit to Gusto, who many initially saw as merely a back-up to Reece James (£3.5m).Dream Team’s Nick Elliott previews this summer’s Euro 2024 tournament gameFulfilling the Ilkay Gundogan roleCredit: EPAMOST GOALS AMONG DEFENDERS IN 2023/24:
    Josko Gvardiol (£4.2m) – 5
    Cristian Romero (£2.7m) – 5
    Fabian Schar (£3.2m) – 5
    Manuel Akanji (£4.1m) – 4
    Dan Burn (£3m) – 4
    Matty Cash (£2.8m) – 4
    Lewis Dunk (£3.1m) – 4
    Ben White (£4.6m) – 4
    Virgil van Dijk (£3.5m) – 4
    Harry Maguire (£2.8m) – 4
    Marcos Senesi (£2.7m) – 4
    Dara O’Shea (£1.7m) – 4
    Thiago Silva (£3.1m) – 4
    It’s no surprise to see Manchester City’s left-back among the top scorers after his recent spree.The Croatia international, who Pep Guardiola jokingly called “the best winger in the world” after his brace against Fulham, scored his first goal of the season in the first leg of the Champions League quarter-finals.Since then, Gvardiol has scored a further four goals in just six outings – he’s fulfilling a role previously occupied by Ilkay Gundogan with a succession of clutch goals at the back end of the season.The fiercely competitive Romero also has five goals to his name amid what has been an impressive campaign.Tottenham’s form may have dipped as the season has progressed but the World Cup winner has stood up to be counted.Ange Postecoglou recently said that some of Romero’s team-mates need to learn from his mentality.And Schar always seems to chip with a few goals for Newcastle.The Swiss centre-back is a threat at set-pieces and has a decent long shot on him too.White has combined clean sheets with regular attacking returnsCredit: GettyMOST GOAL CONTRIBUTIONS AMONG DEFENDERS IN 2023/24:
    Alexander-Arnold – 16
    Trippier – 12
    Porro – 11
    White – 10
    Maguire – 9
    Senesi – 9
    Naturally, there’s a lot of crossover when the metrics are combined but it’s notable that Arsenal’s No4 has achieved double figures.White’s attacking output combined with a whopping 22 clean sheets has resulted in him amassing 264 Dream Team points in total – he’s set to finish top among defenders.A word too for Maguire, an unexpected inclusion in this list.After facing much criticism, the 31-year-old put in a decent shift this season – Manchester United’s best spell coincided with his run in the team.READ MORE SUN STORIESSenesi is also deserving of a hat tip having scored four goals and provided five assists for a Bournemouth side that have punched well above their weight.Looking forward, gaffers should start thinking about which defenders will be among the goal involvements once Dream Team’s Euros fantasy game gets underway.talkSPORT BET Welcome offer
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    MANCHESTER UNITED can move level on points with sixth-placed Newcastle with a win over Eddie Howe’s side on Wednesday.And brand new talkSPORT BET customers can claim a massive £30 in free bets when they sign-up and stake a tenner on the all-important encounter.Man Utd vs Newcastle odds and tips: Get £30 in free bets with talkSPORT BETCredit: talksport betHow to claim..talkSPORT BET offer

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    Crystal Palace stars shine again with Dream Team bosses already plotting for next season

    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’s Euros fantasy game is live! How to play and compete for £50,000 prize pot

    DREAM TEAM’S Euros fantasy game is live!There’s still time for a few twists and turns as the regular season draws to a close but with Euro 2024 set to get underway on June 14th, you should have one eye on Germany already.Our fantastic Euros fantasy game is available to play for free via Dream Team’s app (you may have to update via the iOS or Android store) or website with a total prize pot of £50,000 up for grabs.The overall winner will take home half the pot while the runner-up will bank £5,000 – gaffers who finish 3rd to 22nd will earn £1,000 each!CLICK HERE TO PLAY DREAM TEAM’S EUROS FANTASY GAME – £50,000 PRIZE POT, FREE TO ENTER, GREAT FUN!Can you manage a team of international stars better than Gareth Southgate?Credit: Dream TeamYou will initially be asked to select an XI of Euro 2024 players on a budget of £50million with a choice of seven possible formations.Kylian Mbappe and Harry Kane are the joint-most expensive players in the game at £7.5m each and so gaffers keen on the prolific duo will have to seek out affordable bargains elsewhere to balance the books.There’s no limit on the number of players you can select from any one club so feel free to fill your boots with England stars if you think it’s coming home this summer.At this stage, we’ve populated the player list with core players from all 24 nations present at the tournament but more players will be added as the squads are officially announced in the coming weeks.Dream Team’s Euros fantasy game is divided into seven scoring periods known as Matchdays.
    Matchday 1 – first round of group games
    Matchday 2 – second round of groups games
    Matchday 3 – third round of group games
    Matchday 4 – round of 16 fixtures
    Matchday 5 – quarter-finals
    Matchday 6 – semi-finals
    Matchday 7 – final
    Each Matchday begins one hour before the first game of the relevant scoring period kicks off.For example, the deadline for Matchday 1 is 7pm on June 14th, one hour before Germany take on Scotland in the curtain raiser.It’s imperative you settle on your team before that time because any changes made after the deadline won’t come into effect until Matchday 2.Once the tournament is underway, make sure you adhere to the Matchday deadlines when making transfers, playing Boosters and selecting your captain.Mbappe is the joint-most expensive player at £7.5millionCredit: GettyThe good news is that you can make unlimited changes to your XI before the first deadline so feel free to dive in head first now – there’s no harm playing around with a few early drafts this month.Here’s a breakdown of the transfer allowance for the whole tournament:
    Matchday 1 – unlimited transfers (prior to deadline)
    Matchday 2 – three transfers
    Matchday 3 – three transfers
    Matchday 4 – unlimited transfers (before round of 16)
    Matchday 5 – five transfers
    Matchday 6 – five transfers
    Matchday 7 – five transfers
    Please be aware these allocations are fixed and you will not be able to roll over any unused transfers from one Matchday to the next.You will also need to select a captain (who will have their score doubled) each Matchday and a vice-captain who will fulfil the role if your first-choice captain doesn’t play for any reason.Additionally, you will have a supply of three Boosters that can only be played once each throughout the tournament.Each Booster applies a special effect for the duration of one Matchday only that will result in plentiful points if deployed correctly.
    Goal Bonus – each goal scored by your players earns TEN points (instead of the usual six)
    12th Man – select an additional player from any position for free to score points for your team
    Max Captain – the player who earns the most points for your team will automatically be selected as captain, doubling their score
    Boosters can only be played one at a time (not in combination with one another) so think carefully before activating each one.Dream Team managers rarely pass up a chance to pick Cristiano RonaldoCredit: GettyDream Team’s Nick Elliott previews this summer’s Euro 2024 tournament gamePOINTS BREAKDOWNAll Players:
    Goal +6 pts
    Assist +3 pts
    Shot on target +1 pt
    Big chance created +1 pt
    Tackles (per two) +1 pt
    Appearance (up to 60 minutes) +1 pt
    Appearance (60 minutes or more) +1 pt
    Yellow card -1 pt
    Red card -3 pts
    Own goal -2 pts
    Penalty miss -3 pts
    Goalkeepers & Defenders only:
    Clean sheet (minimum 60 minutes played) +5 pts
    Each goal conceded over one -1 pt
    Goalkeepers only:
    Saves (per two) +1 pt
    Penalty save +3 pts
    Additionally, all players are able to earn Bonus Points by accumulating Player Performance Marks, determined by the following statistics (provided by Opta): successful dribbles, accurate crosses, pass completion rate, interceptions, blocks, fouls won and goals scored outside the penalty area.However, players will lose performance marks for offsides, fouls conceded and errors that lead to goals.For example, if by the end of England’s first group game against Serbia, Jude Bellingham has registered an assist (+3 pts), two big chances created (+2 pts), two shots on target (+2 pts), a bonus point (+1 pt) and a yellow card (-1 pt) from 87 minutes (+2 pts) he’ll score nine points in Matchday 1.Germany have been boosted by Toni Kroos’ decision to come out of international retirementCredit: GettyThe £50,000 prize pot offers plenty of incentive but we also encourage you to battle it out for bragging rights among your mates (colleagues, family members, etc) in Mini Leagues – so spread the word!As well as our Euros fantasy game, we invite you to play take on our Bracket Challenge, where you have to predict how things will play out in Germany this summer – the top prize is an iPhone 15 Pro Max 256GB (or cash equivalent)!And keep your eyes peeled for other fun games as the tournament draws near.See the full Game Rules for more information on scoring, transfers, Matchdays and every element of the game.CLICK HERE TO PLAY DREAM TEAM’S EUROS FANTASY GAME – £50,000 PRIZE POT!talkSPORT BET Welcome offer
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    Injuries & suspensions update ahead of Gameweek 35 – latest on Bukayo Saka, Bruno Fernandes and others

    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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    Score Predictor tips for Matchweek 38 – play now and compete for weekly £500 cash prize!

    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 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    Transfer recommendations ahead of Gameweek 35 – Noni Madueke among tempting differentials

    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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