Manchester City’s dominance continued in the 2023/24 Premier League season, securing back-to-back titles in a thrilling race with Arsenal. But beyond the physical trophy, how did their players fare in Fantasy Premier League (FPL)?
This article delves into the performances of City’s key assets from an FPL perspective, analyzing the players who delivered the most points for fantasy managers.
Manchester City 23/24 FPL Best Performers
- Phil Foden: Foden, deservedly crowned both Premier League Player of the Season and Manchester City’s Player of the Season, reigned supreme in FPL as well. His consistent presence, starting 33 games, translated to a staggering 230 FPL points. This impressive tally stemmed from his 19 goals and 8 assists, making him a must-have in many fantasy teams.
- Erling Haaland: Haaland, the Norwegian goal machine, cemented his place as City’s second-highest FPL earner. His predatory instincts delivered 27 goals, while his creative side shone through with 8 assists, accumulating a total of 217 FPL points.
- Rodri: Few would have predicted Rodri, a defensive midfielder, to be such a valuable FPL asset. However, his deep-lying playmaking resulted in 159 FPL points, bolstered by 8 goals and a surprising 10 assists.
- Julian Alvarez: Alvarez emerges as City’s fourth-highest FPL scorer with 158 points. His 11 goals and 11 assists showcased his well-rounded attacking prowess.
- Bernado Silva: Bernardo Silva, often overlooked in FPL circles, quietly delivered consistent returns throughout the season. Despite not being the most popular City pick, he amassed 141 FPL points with 6 goals and 9 assists, proving his value to savvy fantasy managers.
To see the players with the most FPL points for Man City last season, feel free to check it out here.
Key Stats and Underlying Numbers For Man City’s FPL Assets
Here are some of the key stats for Goals, Assists and some underlying stats for xG, xA and xGc for Manchester City assets last season.
Top Goal Scorers
| # | Player | Goals | Penalty Goals |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Erling Haaland | 27 | 7 |
| 2 | Phil Foden | 19 | 0 |
| 3 | Julián Álvarez | 11 | 2 |
| 4 | Rodri | 8 | 0 |
| 5 | Bernardo Silva | 6 | 0 |
| 6 | Josko Gvardiol | 4 | 0 |
| 7 | Kevin De Bruyne | 4 | 0 |
| 8 | Jack Grealish | 3 | 0 |
| 9 | Jérémy Doku | 3 | 0 |
| 10 | Manuel Akanji | 2 | 0 |
Top Assists and xA
| # | Player | Assists | Expected Assists (xA) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kevin De Bruyne | 10 | 7.1 |
| 2 | Bernardo Silva | 9 | 8.0 |
| 3 | Julián Álvarez | 9 | 6.3 |
| 4 | Rodri | 9 | 6.1 |
| 5 | Phil Foden | 8 | 6.9 |
| 6 | Jérémy Doku | 8 | 5.9 |
| 7 | Erling Haaland | 5 | 2.2 |
| 8 | Kyle Walker | 4 | 3.2 |
| 9 | Matheus Nunes | 2 | 1.7 |
| 10 | Nathan Aké | 2 | 1.1 |
Top Goal Scorers and xG
| # | Player | Goals | Expected Goals (xG) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Erling Haaland | 27 | 29.3 |
| 2 | Julián Álvarez | 11 | 13.1 |
| 3 | Phil Foden | 19 | 10.3 |
| 4 | Rodri | 8 | 4.1 |
| 5 | Bernardo Silva | 6 | 3.7 |
| 6 | Josko Gvardiol | 4 | 3.2 |
| 7 | Jérémy Doku | 3 | 2.5 |
| 8 | Nathan Aké | 2 | 2.5 |
| 9 | Kevin De Bruyne | 4 | 2.4 |
| 10 | Jack Grealish | 3 | 2.1 |
Man City 23/24 Defensive Numbers
The adage “defense wins championships” might not fully apply to Manchester City’s 2023/24 season. While they secured the title, their defensive record wasn’t the league’s best. However, some of their defenders defied expectations, emerging as valuable FPL assets. Let’s delve into their numbers:
Gvardiol and Walker Share the Spoils
New arrival Joško Gvardiol surprisingly topped the City defenders’ FPL charts. The Croatian international racked up a respectable 123 points, showcasing his attacking threat with 4 goals and 2 assists.
Sharing the top spot is the ever-reliable Kyle Walker. The experienced full-back mirrored Gvardiol’s point total, contributing defensively with 5 assists but failing to find the net himself.
Akanji Solid, Ake Consistent
Manuel Akanji slotted into third place with 112 FPL points. While his attacking contributions were limited (2 goals), his defensive solidity proved valuable. Nathan Ake followed closely behind with 99 points, chipping in with 2 goals and 3 assists. His consistent performances made him a decent FPL pick.
Dias a Shadow of His Former Self
Ruben Dias, a mainstay in City’s previous defensive success and a former FPL favorite, unfortunately had a disappointing season. He managed only 88 points without registering a single goal or assist.
You can check out a breakdown of Arsenal’s key stats for last season in our article: Arsenal FPL Season Review 23/24 – Key Stats and Top Performers
Who Played The Most Minutes For Manchester City During the 23/24 Season
Here are the players who played the most minutes for Manchester City in the just concluded 23/24 premier league season.
| Player | Cost | Sel. | Form | Pts. | Minutes Played |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rodrigo | 5.6 | 6.1% | 0.0 | 159 | 2931 |
| Foden | 8.5 | 43.3% | 0.0 | 230 | 2860 |
| Ederson M. | 5.5 | 13.1% | 0.0 | 112 | 2785 |
| Walker | 5.5 | 15.1% | 0.0 | 123 | 2766 |
| J. Alvarez | 6.4 | 15.4% | 0.0 | 158 | 2644 |
| Bernardo | 6.2 | 2.9% | 0.0 | 141 | 2576 |
| Rúben | 5.5 | 7.2% | 0.0 | 88 | 2557 |
| Haaland | 14.3 | 73.6% | 0.0 | 217 | 2553 |
| Akanji | 5.0 | 5.6% | 0.0 | 112 | 2512 |
| Gvardiol | 5.2 | 18.1% | 0.0 | 123 | 2327 |
Manchester City’s dominance extended beyond the pitch in the 2023/24 season, with their players offering a wealth of options for FPL managers.
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Looking ahead, City remains a team brimming with talent and tactical nous under Guardiola’s leadership. Their players are sure to be on the radar of FPL managers once again, offering a compelling mix of attacking prowess and potential defensive resurgence.