Salah Poised to Break Fantasy Points Record in Upcoming Matches

LIVERPOOL, England — Mohamed Salah is nearing the all-time Fantasy Premier League points record, currently sitting at 285 points this season, just 18 points shy of equaling his personal best of 303 points set in the 2017/18 season. With two crucial matches approaching, Salah’s performance could seal his place in fantasy history.

Salah, who is averaging 10.6 points per match this year, has demonstrated remarkable consistency this season. His last performance against Newcastle earlier in the season yielded an impressive 18 points, driven by two goals and an assist in Gameweek 14.

With Liverpool hosting Newcastle this week, Salah is expected to face a challenging defense. However, he has already delivered double-figure hauls against several teams during this season, including Southampton and Everton, providing him added momentum as he chases the record.

“Salah has been phenomenal this season,” said Thomas Woods, senior journalist at BBC Sport. “With four of Liverpool’s next six matches at Anfield and their recent form, he has every opportunity to break the record.”

If Salah does not surpass his early season total against Newcastle, the next match against bottom club Southampton may provide the perfect chance. The upcoming fixtures present a mix of strong opponents and a kinder schedule, with Salah aiming to capitalize on these opportunities.

A detailed look at Salah’s record shows that he played 36 matches in his record-setting season, garnering averages of 8.4 points per match compared to his current average of 10.6. This suggests that, if he maintains form, the record could fall before Gameweek 29, when the team faces a blank due to the EFL Cup Final.

“This could be a historic season for Salah in Fantasy football if he continues this trajectory,” mentioned a Fantasy Premier League analyst. “The combination of favorable matchups and his individual talent suggests that he could be set to break his previous record.”

Looking at the stats, Salah’s performance against his next six opponents shows a promising trend. He accumulated 18 points against Newcastle earlier in the season, and with games ahead against teams like Southampton and Everton, all eyes will be on Salah as he approaches the record.

Fans and Fantasy Premier League managers alike are weighing their options for captaincy choices, debating whether to stick with Salah or to explore alternatives such as Chelsea’s Cole Palmer, who has been popular among fantasy players despite Chelsea’s inconsistent form.

As the countdown to the record continues, Salah’s upcoming matches against teams that have struggled defensively may give him ample opportunity to rewrite the record books and solidify his legacy in Fantasy Premier League history.