Official Premier League site explains why Salomon Rondon is one to watch
Some interesting stats from the official Premier League site about Salomon Rondon.
They point out that no striker has bettered Rondon’s four goals in the last matches, yet the Newcastle striker is still flying a bit under the radar for many neutrals.
They have a feature where a writer gives recommendations for fantasy football teams in the next round of PL games and even if you have no interest in fantasy football, the logic and stats still work.
He has picked out the Newcastle striker as one to be considered by fantasy football managers and points out that only 3.4% of them currently have Salomon Rondon in their teams.
He also points to the underlying statistics: ‘Indeed, Rondon’s 23 shots and 16 shots inside the penalty area are both more than any other forward.’
As for the opposition, the stats make it even more positive for Newcastle and especially Salomon Rondon.
Fulham have conceded more goals (42) than any other PL club, haven’t had a single clean sheet all season and averaging almost three goals conceded per away match (24 in nine away games).
Official Premier League site:
GW18 Ones to watch: Salomon Rondon
The Scout says Newcastle forward can exploit Fulham frailties
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Salomon Rondon (£5.8m)
The Newcastle United striker is enjoying a fine run of form.
Rondon has produced returns for three straight Gameweeks, scoring 21 points from two goals and an assist.
And over the last six Gameweeks, no forward has managed more than his four goals.
His underlying statistics highlight the Venezuelan’s impact during that period.
Shooting star
Indeed, Rondon’s 23 shots and 16 shots inside the penalty area are both more than any other forward.
That attacking threat has helped Newcastle to three wins and a draw over their last six matches.
Rafa Benitez’s side will be hoping for more of the same when Fulham visit this weekend.
Fulham frailties
The Cottagers have struggled defensively all season, conceding a league-high 42 goals and keeping no clean sheets.
Away from home, they have let in 24 goals in nine matches, conceding three or more goals on five occasions.
Rondon’s form suggests he can punish that frailty.
It is also leading to a gradual increase in his popularity, but he’s still found in only 3.4 per cent of FPL squads.
That boosts his potential as a differential for managers looking to make a move in their mini-leagues ahead of the busy Christmas schedule.
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