Southampton vs Newcastle FPL picks: Creativity could be key this week

By Marc Walker | Mar 6, 2020

NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 08: Danny Ings of Southampton and Sofiane Boufal of Southampton during the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Southampton FC at St. James Park on December 8, 2019 in Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom. (Photo by James Williamson - AMA/Getty Images) /

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NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND – FEBRUARY 29: Jonjo Shelvey of Newcastle United has a shot during the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Burnley FC at St. James Park on February 29, 2020 in Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom. (Photo by Robbie Jay Barratt – AMA/Getty Images) /

Jonjo Shelvey

Shelvey is a player that Saints need to be wary of on Saturday considering that he often seems to come up with the goods against them.

The 28-year-old has three goals and three assists against them – his best goal contribution record against any club other than Norwich.

Back when Saints and Newcastle met at St James’ Park in December, Shelvey got the Magpies back into the contest when he headed in an Andy Carroll cross.

Steve Bruce’s men then went on to claim all three points from the game when Federico Fernandez netted a late winner.

Shelvey could be an important player tomorrow with his somewhat underrated ability when it comes to passing, set-piece delivery and long-range shooting.

FPL points this season: 66

Points in last five appearances: 11