GW15 Kings to watch: Riyad Mahrez

The Scout is tipping five players to produce big points in Gameweek 15 of Fantasy Premier League.

Riyad Mahrez (MCI) £8.3m

A home encounter with Newcastle United looks promising for the Manchester City winger’s prospects in Fantasy.

Mahrez has been far more reliable at the Etihad Stadium than he has been away from home this season. 

He scored and provided an assist against Leicester City in Gameweek 3 to earn 12 points. 

He then hit a hat-trick against Burnley in Gameweek 10 to claim his season-high haul of 21 points.

Mahrez's hat-trick v Burnley

The underlying numbers highlight Mahrez’s all-round influence on the Man City attack when playing at home. 

At the Etihad Stadium, his 10 shots in the box are joint-top with Raheem Sterling (£11.4m).

Meanwhile, his 14 chances created sit second, just behind the 15 of Kevin De Bruyne (£11.8m).

And in terms of frequency, Mahrez’s averages of 24 minutes per shot and 26 minutes per key pass are both quicker than any team-mate this term.

Raring to go

Having played only 18 minutes of the last two Gameweeks, Mahrez will be fully refreshed for the Newcastle encounter.

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And the Magpies are in poor defensive form ahead of their visit on Saturday. 

They have claimed just a single clean sheet in the last 12 Gameweeks. That includes a 5-2 defeat at Leeds United in their last away match.

With his potential for goals and assists, Mahrez can profit from those frailties and bring in another big haul at home this weekend.

Remember the Gameweek 15 deadline is at 11:00 GMT on Saturday 26 December.

Gameweek 15 Kings to watch

Part 1: Anthony Martial (MUN)
Part 3: Che Adams (SOU)
Part 4: Vladimir Coufal (WHU)
Part 5: Sadio Mane (LIV)