Jump to<\/strong>:<\/p>\nFantasy soccer betting is becoming incredibly popular among sports fans. The concept is very simple, simply pick five players from either team (or all five from the same team) in an eligible fixture, and accumulate as many points based on their real-world performances as possible to win cash prizes.<\/p>\n
The game\u2019s full scoring system can be found here.<\/p>\n
Please note \u2013 these games have been taken from Bet365 \u2013 a bookmaker that is only legal in New Jersey, however, other U.S.-based bookmakers offer similar games with similar concepts.<\/strong><\/p>\nPreview<\/h3>\n This one is finely poised. <\/p>\n
Both Aston Villa and Leeds United are unbeaten in their last two Premier League matches and sit 11th and 14th in the table, respectively.<\/p>\n
Although we expect Unai Emery\u2019s Villa to be the game\u2019s winners, we expect this one to be a fierce encounter with plenty of cards, so when it comes to fantasy picks, we aren\u2019t going anywhere near any central defenders or central midfielders.<\/p>\n
Goals are also likely and with Leeds\u2019 Wilfried Gnonto one of the league\u2019s most fouled players, expect Jesse Marsch\u2019s men to rack up the dead ball kicks.<\/p>\n
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Wilfried Gnonto in action with Newcastle United s Kieran Trippier during the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Leeds United at St. James\u2019 Park. Copyright: MI News<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\nVilla, on the other hand, are likely to use their attacking width to try and get the better of this weekend\u2019s opponents, and with Ollie Watkins, Emi Buendia, and Leon Bailey all likely to start, we have to include them in our fantasy team. As for full-back Lucas Digne, the Frenchman is a decent pick when it comes to the possibility of registering an assist.<\/p>\n
How to Watch<\/h3>\n Where<\/strong>: Villa Park, Birmingham, United KingdomWhen<\/strong>: Friday, January 13, 2023, at 3:00 p.m. ETChannel<\/strong>: USA Network<\/p>\nExpected Line-Ups<\/h3>\n Aston Villa<\/strong>: Emi Martinez, Ashley Young, Ezra Konsa, Tyrone Mings, Lucas Digne, Matty Cash, Boubacar Kamara, Douglas Luiz, Emi Buendia, Ollie Watkins, Leon Bailey.<\/p>\nLeeds United<\/strong>: Illan Meslier, Robin Koch, Liam Cooper, Pascal Struijk, Marc Roca, Tyler Adams, Brenden Aaronson, Wilfried Gnonto, Crysencio Summerville, Rodrigo.<\/p>\nFantasy Soccer Picks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\nPlayer<\/th>\n Team<\/th>\n Position<\/th>\n Form<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n \n\nLucas Digne<\/td>\n Aston Villa<\/td>\n Defender<\/td>\n 4.10<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nEmi Buendia<\/td>\n Aston Villa<\/td>\n Midfielder<\/td>\n 3.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nLeon Bailey<\/td>\n Aston Villa<\/td>\n Midfielder<\/td>\n 3.02<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nOllie Watkins<\/td>\n Aston Villa<\/td>\n Forward<\/td>\n 4.50<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nWilfried Gnonto<\/td>\n Leeds United<\/td>\n Forward<\/td>\n 2.94<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\nBonus Prop Pick<\/h3>\nPreview<\/h3>\n For the first time in a long time, Man United will feel they have a real chance of beating arch-rivals Man City.<\/p>\n
The Red Devils are in great form and have won all of their last four Premier League games, and conceded just one goal in the process. Striker Marcus Rashford is in scintillating form with the Englishman already netting 15 goals so far this season (7 in the league).<\/p>\n
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IMAGO\/Graham Ardley<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\nMan City, on the other hand, are desperately trying to keep pace with leaders Arsenal, but after suffering a shock 2-0 defeat against rock-bottom Southampton in the EFL Cup on Wednesday night, Pep Guardiola\u2019s Manchester derby preparations have been thrown into chaos.<\/p>\n
This game is still a tough one to call but we\u2019re fairly confident that fans will see plenty of goals, therefore, both sides\u2019 most attacking players are likely to prove the difference, especially when it comes to the fantasy scoring.<\/p>\n
How to Watch<\/h3>\n Where<\/strong>: Old Trafford, Manchester, United KingdomWhen<\/strong>: Saturday, January 14, 2023, at 7.30 a.m. ETChannel<\/strong>: NBC Sports Network<\/p>\nExpected Line-Ups<\/h3>\n Man United<\/strong>: David De Gea, Aaron Wan-Bissaka, Raphael Varane, Lisandro Martinez, Luke Shaw, Casemiro, Christian Eriksen, Bruno Fernandes, Marcus Rashford, Antony, Anthony Martial.<\/p>\nMan City<\/strong>: Ederson, Kyle Walker, John Stones, Manuel Akanji, Joao Cancelo, Rodri, Kevin De Bruyne, Bernardo Silva, Phil Foden, Riyad Mahrez, Erling Haaland.<\/p>\nFantasy Soccer Picks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\nPlayer<\/th>\n Team<\/th>\n Position<\/th>\n Form<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n \n\nChristian Eriksen<\/td>\n Man United<\/td>\n Midfielder<\/td>\n 5.72<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nAntony<\/td>\n Man United<\/td>\n Midfielder<\/td>\n 3.74<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nMarcus Rashford<\/td>\n Man United<\/td>\n Midfielder<\/td>\n 6.70<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nRiyad Mahrez<\/td>\n Man City<\/td>\n Midfielder<\/td>\n 5.76<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nErling Haaland<\/td>\n Man City<\/td>\n Forward<\/td>\n 5.56<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\nBonus Prop Pick<\/h3>\nPreview<\/h3>\n Bournemouth come into this one off the back of a 3-0 hammering against Man United and unfortunately for the Cherries, this weekend\u2019s schedule doesn\u2019t get any easier.<\/p>\n
Set to travel to Brentford, who are sitting pretty in the top half of the Premier League table, getting even at least a point will be a huge challenge and one we\u2019re not sure the team from the south coast are going to be able to achieve.<\/p>\n
Thomas Frank\u2019s Bees are arguably one of England\u2019s toughest teams to break down. They already boast wins over Liverpool (3-1) and defending champions Man City (2-1) this season.<\/p>\n
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Ivan Toney Striker of Brentford arrives ahead of the Premier League match Aston Villa vs Brentford at Villa Park. Copyright: Gareth Evans | NewsxImagesx<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\nGiven the difference in class in both teams, we\u2019ve decided to take Brentford players in all five of our fantasy team picks, including goalkeeper David Raya, who is a good shout to keep his sixth clean sheet of the season this weekend.<\/p>\n
How to Watch<\/h3>\n Where<\/strong>: Community Stadium, London, United KingdomWhen<\/strong>: Saturday, January 14, 2023, at 12.30 p.m. ETChannel<\/strong>: NBC Sports Network<\/p>\nExpected Line-Ups<\/h3>\n Brentford<\/strong>: David Raya; Mathias Jorgensen, Ben Mee, Ethan Pinnock, Mads Roerslev, Christian Norgaard, Vitaly Janelt, Mathias Jensen, Rico Henry, Bryan Mbeumo, Ivan Toney.<\/p>\nBournemouth<\/strong>: Mark Travers; Jack Stacey, Chris Mepham, Marcos Senesi, Lloyd Kelly, Ryan Christie, Lewis Cook, Jefferson Lerma, Phillip Billing, Kieffer Moore, Dominic Solanke.<\/p>\nFantasy Soccer Picks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\nPlayer<\/th>\n Team<\/th>\n Position<\/th>\n Form<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n \n\nDavid Raya<\/td>\n Brentford<\/td>\n Goalkeeper<\/td>\n 5.08<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nVitaly Janelt<\/td>\n Brentford<\/td>\n Midfielder<\/td>\n 2.74<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nMathias Jensen<\/td>\n Brentford<\/td>\n Midfielder<\/td>\n 3.70<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nBryan Mbeumo<\/td>\n Brentford<\/td>\n Midfielder<\/td>\n 4.22<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nIvan Toney<\/td>\n Brentford<\/td>\n Forward<\/td>\n 6.66<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\nPreview<\/h3>\n There is no denying it \u2013 Chelsea really need a win.<\/p>\n
The Blues have only won two of their last 10 Premier League games and consequently sit way down in 10th in the table.<\/p>\n
READ MORE: 2023 Specials: Odds on Joe Biden to be Impeached<\/strong><\/p>\nAlthough beating Patrick Vieria\u2019s Crystal Palace will not be as straightforward as some supporters may be expecting, history is on Graham Potter\u2019s side. <\/p>\n
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Graham Potter Manager of Chelsea during the Premier League match Nottingham Forest vs Chelsea at City Ground. Copyright: Craig Thomas | News Images<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\nChelsea have beaten their London rivals in all of their last 10 domestic meetings, and we expect them to take the first step toward turning their poor run around with another victory against the Eagles on Sunday. <\/p>\n
How to Watch<\/h3>\n Where<\/strong>: Stamford Bridge, London, United KingdomWhen<\/strong>: Sunday, January 15, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. ETChannel<\/strong>: USA Network<\/p>\nExpected Line-Ups<\/h3>\n Chelsea<\/strong>: Kepa Arrizabalaga, Cesar Azpilicueta, Thiago Silva, Kalidou Koulibaly, Marc Cucurella, Mateo Kovacic, Jorginho, Mason Mount, Raheem Sterling, Hakim Ziyech, Kai Havertz.<\/p>\nCrystal Palace<\/strong>: Vicente Guaita, Nathaniel Clyne, Marc Guehi, Joachim Andersen, Joel Ward, Cheick Doucoure, Eberechi Eze, Michael Olise, Wilfred Zaha, Jordan Ayew, Odsonne Edouard.<\/p>\n
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