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FPL Top Picks for Gameweek 34 Gameweek 34 means the Premier League season is quickly wrapping up. This also means that the FPL season is quickly wrapping up as there will be only six weeks to go. Not much can happen on the global scale in this time, so a lot of managers will be focusing on finishing strong in their various mini-leagues. The no-show from Arsenal players in gameweek 33 hit many managers hard. As managers prepare to wrap up the season and count their losses, here is our analysis of the coming week as well as our…

Analysing UEFA Quarter-Finals Performances of EPL Teams Three Premier League teams were in action last night in the UEFA competitions, with the Europa League featuring Liverpool away to Atalanta and West Ham at home against Bayer Leverkusen, while Aston Villa played Lille in France in the Europa Conference League. Here is how those games shaped up: Atalanta 0 – 1 Liverpool West Ham 1 – 1 Bayer Leverkusen Lille 2 – 1 Aston Villa, with the English team advancing after a penalty shoot-out So what are the biggest 5 lessons from these performances? Aston Villa Fly the Flag…

FA Cup Changes Starting From Next Season In a significant break from tradition, the English Football Association (FA) announced yesterday that, starting with the 2024-25 edition, the FA Cup will be contested without replayed games, from the first round proper. “The current format, which has no replays from the fifth round onwards, has been extended throughout the ‘Competition Proper’ in light of changes to the calendar driven by the expanded UEFA competitions”, said the FA’s statement. The governing body also confirmed that all rounds of the FA Cup will be played during weekends moving forward, including the 5th round,…

Manchester City vs Chelsea FA Cup Preview Manchester City and Chelsea are set to face off in a pivotal FA Cup semi-final at Wembley. This encounter comes just days after City’s dramatic Champions League exit, setting the stage for a fierce battle as Pep Guardiola’s side looks to defend their FA Cup title against a resurgent Chelsea. Manchester City: Seeking Redemption Aiming to Bounce Back City’s dreams of a second consecutive treble were dashed in their recent Champions League defeat, and the focus now shifts to continuing their FA Cup journey. Despite the setback, City boast a record of reaching…

Luton vs Brentford Preview As the Premier League season nears its climax, Luton Town are set to host Brentford in a pivotal match at the bottom of the table. Positioned 18th, Luton are just one point from safety and face a critical opportunity to gain ground on their relegation rivals, particularly with Nottingham Forest also in action this weekend. Luton Town’s Struggle for Survival Desperate for Points Luton’s recent form in the Premier League has been concerning, with only one win in their last 12 league outings (D3, L8). However, their last home victory against Bournemouth showcased their resilience, suggesting potential…

Sheffield United vs Burnley Match Preview As the Premier League season nears its end, Sheffield United and Burnley face off in a crucial match at Bramall Lane. Both teams are deeply embroiled in the relegation battle, with Sheffield United trailing ten points from safety and Burnley only slightly better off. This matchup could very well dictate the future for both clubs as they struggle to maintain their top-flight status. Sheffield United’s Struggles and Slim Hopes Facing the Inevitable Sheffield United, with only 16 points and a record of financial breaches leading to a potential points deduction next season, are facing an…

Wolves vs Arsenal Preview Wolverhampton Wanderers, comfortably positioned in mid-table, host an Arsenal team eager to rebound from recent setbacks in both domestic and European competitions. As the Premier League season heads into its final stretch, this matchup at Molineux presents contrasting motivations for the two sides. Wolverhampton Wanderers: Seeking Consistency at Molineux A Season of Overachievement and Inconsistency Despite a turbulent start to the season, Wolves have exceeded expectations but have struggled with consistency under Gary O’Neil. With no wins in their last four league matches (D2, L2), Wolves aim to end their season on a high note…

West Ham vs Bayer Leverkusen Report Scorers: Antonio 13’; Frimpong 89’ Bayer Leverkusen, fresh off clinching the Bundesliga title, continued their pursuit of a treble by securing a place in the UEFA Europa League (UEL) semi-finals, following a 1-1 draw with West Ham United. The result at the London Stadium confirmed Leverkusen’s advancement with a 3-1 aggregate victory, extending their remarkable unbeaten streak to 44 games across all competitions this season. Early Pressure from West Ham West Ham started the match with high intensity, knowing only a victory would suffice after their defeat in the first leg. Their aggressive…

Atalanta vs Liverpool Report Scorer: Salah 7’ (P) Liverpool’s 250th victory in UEFA competitions was overshadowed by a 3-1 aggregate defeat to Atalanta, resulting in their exit from the Europa League at the quarter-final stage. Despite the initial optimism provided by an early Mohamed Salah penalty, Liverpool could not overturn the first-leg deficit and were ultimately outplayed by a resilient Atalanta side. Early Promise and Frustration The match began with high hopes for Liverpool, who were awarded a penalty in the 7th minute after Matteo Ruggeri’s handball. Salah confidently converted the spot kick, briefly reigniting memories of their historic…

Lille vs Aston Villa Report Scorers: Yazici 15’, Andre 68’; Cash 87’ Penalties scored: David, Gomes, Cabella; Tielemans, Watkins, Cash, Luiz Penalties missed: Bentaleb, Andre; Bailey Aston Villa emerged victorious in a dramatic penalty shootout against LOSC Lille, advancing to the UEFA Europa Conference League semifinals after a 2-1 loss on the night in Lille, leading to a 3-3 aggregate tie. This victory marks Aston Villa’s return to the semifinals of a European competition for the first time in over two decades. First Half: Lille’s Early Dominance Lille entered the match needing to overcome a one-goal deficit from the first…