Greater than 625,000 Fantasy Premier League managers endured a irritating begin to Gameweek 8 because the most-bought participant, Brennan Johnson (£6.6m), blanked.
The No 1 switch goal for the spherical, Johnson had scored in every of his final seven matches throughout all competitions – however that run got here to an finish in Tottenham Hotspur’s 4-1 win over West Ham United. It wasn’t for a scarcity of making an attempt, nevertheless, as Johnson took 4 photographs contained in the penalty space.
His team-mate Dominic Solanke (£7.7m) was additionally recruited in massive numbers however he additionally blanked.
Certainly, regardless of the large win, none of Spurs’ FIVE most-owned gamers produced a return.
Micky van de Ven (£4.6m) house owners will really feel particularly sore. Not solely did the cut-price defender concede a purpose however he picked up a yellow card, his third of the marketing campaign, lowering his complete to a single level.
GW8 most-owned Spurs gamers
| Participant | Owned by | Pts |
|---|---|---|
| Pedro Porro | 29.2% | 2 |
| Solanke | 13.7% | 2 |
| Van de Ven | 11.5% | 1 |
| Romero | 10.2% | 2 |
| Johnson | 9.2% | 2 |
Consideration now turns to Bryan Mbeumo (£7.5m) and Dwight McNeil (£5.7m), who’ve the chance to supply instant rewards for the mixed 798,000+ who added them to their squads.
Solely Erling Haaland (£15.4m) can higher Mbeumo’s six objectives this season. The Cameroon worldwide might be seeking to enhance his tally when Brentford journey to Manchester United.
In the meantime, McNeil’s prospects are lifted by Everton’s go to to Ipswich City. The Tractor Boys have allowed their opponents 31 massive possibilities this season, essentially the most of any aspect.
GW8 most-bought gamers
| Participant | Purchased by | Pts |
|---|---|---|
| Johnson | 626,944 | 2 |
| Mbeumo | 471,335 | – |
| McNeil | 399,649 | – |
| Solanke | 326,884 | 2 |
| Wooden | 325,565 | – |
Chris Wooden (£6.3m) completes the highest 5 transfers in.
His 325,000+ new house owners might be happy that Nottingham Forest’s encounter with Crystal Palace takes place on Monday night time, giving Wooden additional time to get well following his lengthy journey to New Zealand through the worldwide break.
