FPL GW5 – Best Differentials to own in Gameweek 5
Differential #1 – Allan Saint-Maximin (Newcastle) – 7.2%
With Callum Wilson a major injury doubt, it is Saint-Maximin’s time to step up for Newcastle again this week and lead the front line. He was particularly a threat on the counter-attack against Manchester United last week and ultimately got himself an assist in the 4-1 defeat of Ronaldo’s homecoming match.
He registered 3 shots and created 4 chances for Newcastle in this game, which was a very decent effort at Old Trafford. However, your attention should be turned to this week – where a punctured Leeds United travel to St James’ Park for an early Friday night kickoff.
Leeds are currently having some major personnel issues in defence- as they will be missing 3 of their centre-backs this week. With Llorente and Koch, both injured, and Struijk suspended, Bielsa will need to create a makeshift defence which will likely involve shifting Ayling to centre-back.
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As we saw in GW4 against Liverpool, Leeds left themselves very open on the counter-attack. If they take the same approach this week – which is very likely under Bielsa’s style – then Saint-Maximin will be allowed to cause some significant damage on the counter.
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Leeds have already conceded 11 goals this season, and it is expected that Newcastle will add to that this week – especially with the spark of Saint-Maximin.