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Fantasy Premier League: Best XI for Gameweek 16
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Published at :December 7, 2019 at 6:03 AM
Modified at :December 13, 2023 at 1:01 PM

(Courtesy : Telegraph)
Selecting a team for this gameweek will be crucial considering the crucial clash between the two Manchester clubs.
Fantasy Premier League: It was a bitter return to Old Trafford for Jose Mourinho as a brace from Marcus Rashford gave Ole’s men a crucial three points as Tottenham Hotspur succumbed to their first loss under their new manager. Liverpool came out on top in the Merseyside derby by beating Everton 5-2 while Tammy Abraham’s return saw Chelsea return to winning ways against Aston Villa. Manchester City’s strength was too much to handle for Burnley as they lost 4-1 to the defending champions. Brighton had the surprise of the week as they humbled Arsenal at the Emirates.Gameweek 15 Review - 43 Points
Sadio Mane’s game-changing performance earned him 15 points. Rui Patricio and Caglar Soyuncu got seven and five points respectively for their clean sheet while captain Youri Tielemans got six points. Kevin de Bruyne got three points while Harry Kane got two points. Lys Mousset, Patrick van Aanholt, Jorginho, Lundstram and Andrew Robertson got only one point each. The average for the week was 49 points.Gameweek 16 Transfers
Jorginho makes way as the Italian is replaced by Harry Wilson. The Bournemouth midfielder has been sensational for the Cherries and could be a vital piece as the season progresses. James Tarkowski is also substituted out as Lewis Dunk is brought in his place to fill the gap.Gameweek 16 Line-up
The formation chosen is 4-4-2. Rui Patricio features in goal ahead of Tom Heaton. The Portuguese has an easier fixture against Newcastle this week. Andrew Robertson, John Lundstram, Lewis Dunk and Caglar Soyuncu start in a four-man defence with Patrick van Aanholt moving to the bench.
Fantasy Premier League: Gameweek 16 Lineup
It is Kevin De Bruyne, Sadio Mane, John McGinn and Youri Tielemans in the midfield this week, with the Liverpool midfielder, whose side faces Bournemouth at away, the vice-captain for the week. Game-tied Harry Wilson moves to the bench.
Harry Kane and Tammy Abraham start ahead of Lys Mousset this week as the striker has a higher chance to be benched. Harry Kane, whose side faces Burnley at home, is the captain for Gameweek 16.
Everton face Chelsea while Bournemouth faces a tough test at home in the form of Liverpool. Tottenham are at home to Burnley while West Ham welcomes Arsenal to their backyard.
It is Manchester derby week, as Ole’s Manchester United travel to the Etihad to deal with the ‘noisy neighbours.'Where passion meets insight — blending breaking news, in-depth strategic analysis, viral moments, and jaw-dropping plays into powerful sports content designed to entertain, inform, and keep you connected to your favorite teams and athletes. Expect daily updates, expert commentary and coverage that never leaves a fan behind.
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