With Arsenal, Liverpool, Manchester United and Chelsea all at home this weekend, many Fantasy managers will be licking their lips in anticipation of potential points. It shouldn’t be forgotten though that Chelsea are facing Manchester City at Stamford Bridge but this weekend is pivotal ahead of a very busy festive schedule.

The Captaincy Debate

Let’s start with Liverpool though who will be looking to get back on track after their defeat at Craven Cottage on Monday night. One man who’s  been on a goal drought of late is Luis Suarez. The Uruguayan forward had a goal disallowed against Fulham but it’s surely only a matter of time before he nets again. Saturday’s encounter against QPR presents the perfect opportunity for Suarez to get back on track as he faces the 5th worst defence in the Premier League.

However, perhaps you want to plump for a more in form option such as Blackburn’s Yakubu. The man known as the Yak netted four in Rovers crucial victory over Swansea last weekend. His record this season is deadly in the Premier League with nine goals in as many games. Even though Martin O’Neill’s Sunderland are likely to improve on last week’s showing at Wolves, it wouldn’t be surprising if the Nigerian forward netted this weekend for Rovers. After all, Blackburn are second in the goal per game stakes, only behind league leaders Manchester City.

Wigan’s form on the road though is shaky at best which means it’s worth considering Shane Long amongst your captaincy possibilities. The former Reading striker has two goals in his last three games and is gradually adapting to the pace of the Premier League. The Latics defence can be generous at times and Long has been quick to pounce on defensive errors this season.

Then again, it is impossible to count out Robin van Persie. Still in a rich vein of form, he added to his tally for the season at the DW Stadium last weekend along with a pair of assists. Everton visit the in-form Gunners on Saturday and David Moyes’ side will have quite a job on their hands trying to keep the Dutchman quiet.

Captain: Robin van Persie - The Arsenal striker has proved to be a reliable option for goals and assists of late.

Vice Captain: Luis Suarez - He may be out of form now but Suarez will surely find his scoring touch again soon. It might just be this weekend against QPR.

Long Term Look

At the moment, he’s still priced reasonably. Should he continue to perform though, Gareth Bale’s price will escalate. The Welshman has four goals and five assists in his last five outings. Compare this to just a solitary goal in his first nine games and it demonstrates how much Bale's form has picked up.

His pace is a constant menace to opposition defences. The power and accuracy he is able to generate from his left foot is tremendous. As a result, Bale has been to quick punish any shoddy marking by defenders. Spurs recent form should convince you that the Welsh international is worth a place in your team over the Christmas period.

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