Ansu Fati shines as Spain wins its final World Cup warmup
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Assists in loss against Newcastle Salisu provided an assist, had three shots, created one chance and made three tackles (one won), four clearances and one interception during Sunday's 4-1 loss against Newcastle.
Impact Salisu not only was productive as usual on defense despite the lopsided loss but also produced offensively, being a threat on aerial plays and showing playmaking skills to assist Romain Perraud's consolation goal with a great through pass. This was the first assist of the season for the center-back, who is among EPL's top 10 players in tackles, clearances and blocks.
NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Helps Southampton to clean sheet Salisu blocked a shot, made an interception, four tackles (winning two) and six clearances during Wednesday's 1-0 win over Bournemouth.
Impact Salisu was a part of the Saints back four that kept a clean sheet on Saturday. The defender is a constant starter at the back for Southampton, leading the team with 50 clearances, 16 tackles and 13 blocked shots, but Wednesday's clean sheet was the first in the league.
OCTOBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Nine clearances in draw Salisu logged two tackles (one won) and nine clearances during Sunday's 1-1 draw with West Ham.
Impact This was a nice showing for the young defender, who led all players on the pitch in clearances for the match. Salisu won't offer much in the way of offensive fantasy output, but he certainly held down the defensive fort admirably after teammate Armel Bella-Kotchap went down with a shoulder injury. Notably, Saints are still looking for the first clean sheet of this EPL season.
OCTOBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Makes five tackles in loss Salisu made five tackles (three won) during Saturday's 4-0 loss to Manchester City.
Impact Salisu returned to the lineup after getting rested in Saturday's loss to Everton but his team didn't fare much better against the top side in the league. With 23 tackles made and 10 interceptions to his name, Salisu has been decently active but has yet to earn a shutout so far.
OCTOBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Scores own goal in loss Salisu made three clearances and two interceptions in Saturday's match against Tottenham, and he took a shot and created a chance offensively as well. Unfortunately for him however...
Impact Salisu's mis-clearance from an Emerson pass was directed into his own net to give Spurs a commanding lead in Saturday's match. This was not the ideal start for Salisu's campaign.
AUGUST 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Still looking for first EPL goal Salisu failed to score a goal for his second EPL campaign, though he did rack up 150 clearances, 78 interceptions and 80 tackles in 34 appearances this year.
Impact Salisu is far from an offensive powerhouse, though he did manage 24 shots (10 on target), 13 crosses (two accurate) and nine chances created this year. Still, Salisu's fantasy value will come almost exclusively from defensive stats considering he serves primarily as a central defender.
JUNE 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Makes four tackles Salisu crossed once inaccurately, created a chance, blocked a shot, made an interception, four tackles (winning all four) and seven clearances during Tuesday's 2-1 loss to Liverpoo...
Impact Salisu was a part of the Southampton back line that conceded a goal in each half on Tuesday. The centerback finished with the second highest amount of interceptions and clearances on the team while his four tackles led Southampton in the loss.
MAY 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Leads Southampton in clearances Salisu crossed once inaccurately, blocked a shot, made two interceptions, two tackles (winning one) and eight clearances during Saturday's 2-1 loss to Crystal Palace.
Impact Salisu was a part of the Southampton back line that allowed two second half goals on Saturday. The defender finished with the second highest amount of crosses, blocks and interceptions on the team while leading Southampton with eight clearances in the loss.
APRIL 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Concedes own goal in win Salisu conceded an own goal and made four interceptions during Sunday's 2-2 draw with Brighton.
Impact Salisu returned to the lineup for the first time in three matches and didn't have great luck getting credited for a goal against in the derby. He still leads the league in interceptions and will next face Crystal Palace, which have scored a reasonable 43 goals in 32 matches this season.
APRIL 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Mohammed Salisu OG gives Brighton 2-0 edge over Southampton ' Premier League
APRIL 24, 2022 • YOUTUBE
Busy throughout draw Salisu made two tackles and four interceptions during Saturday's 1-1 draw with Leeds.
Impact Salisu had plenty to do behind the ball during Saturday's draw as Leeds got forward well throughout the match. The defender has been in fine form lately, though his role in central defense makes him an inconsistent fantasy option at best. Salisu will be tested in a big way against Chelsea on Saturday next time out.
APRIL 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Takes two shots in loss Salisu took two shots on target and made two interceptions in Thursday's 2-1 defeat against Newcastle United. He also made a block and three clearances in the match.
Impact Salisu played well on both sides of the ball against Newcastle on Thursday, but it wasn't enough to prevent his team from giving up a lead and losing the game. He will want to bounce back Sunday against Watford, which are 19th in the Premier League.
MARCH 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Starting against Newcastle Salisu (hamstring) is in the starting XI for Thursday's match against Newcastle.
Impact Salisu is well enough to start Thursday and the hope is that he doesn't make the issue worse, as hamstring injuries aren't anything to play through. If fit, he's a nice boost to the side and what could be a bounce back spot, as Southampton have taken points in all but one home match this season.
MARCH 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Could start Thursday Salisu (hamstring) is back in contention and could return to the starting XI Thursday against Newcastle, according to manager Ralph Hasenhuttl.
Impact Southampton had problems without Salisu in the back last match, but it's unknown if he's well enough to start following a hamstring tweak. If able, he'd take the spot of Jack Stephens on the back line, but his hamstring issue is definitely worrying on a short week.
MARCH 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Dealing with hamstring issue Salisu is considered a late test for Saturday's trip to Aston Villa because of a hamstring issue, according to manager Ralph Hasenhuttl.
Impact This may only be a minor tweak for Salisu, who missed Wednesday's FA Cup match. He's been a rock for their back line, going a full 90 in the prior seven league matches following his red-card removal against Tottenham. If he can't go, Jack Stephens would likely start next to Jan Bednarek.
MARCH 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Makes 14 clearances in draw Salisu made three blocks, four interceptions and 14 clearances in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Manchester City. He also took a shot and won five of seven tackles in the match.
Impact Salisu defended very well Saturday as his side held City to a draw for the second time this season. This result will give him confidence heading into the clash against Tottenham (which have scored 26 goals in 19 Premier League matches) after the international break.
JANUARY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Takes two shots in loss Salisu took two shots on target and created two chances in Saturday's 3-1 defeat against Wolverhampton. He also made a clearance, three interceptions and won two of two tackles in...
Impact Salisu was a decent attacking threat to Wolves from the back three on Saturday, but he couldn't do enough to catch up to his opponents on the scoreboard. It won't get any easier next weekend against Manchester City, which have scored 54 goals in 22 Premier League matches.
JANUARY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Leads Southampton in tackles Salisu crossed once inaccurately, created a chance, blocked a shot, made two interceptions, five tackles (winning two) and two clearances during Tuesday's 4-1 win over Brentford.
Impact Salisu was a part of the Southampton back four that allowed just one goal on Tuesday. The defender finished with the second highest amount of clearances on the team while leading Southampton in blocks and tackles in the win.
JANUARY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Back from suspension Salisu is available for Tuesday's match against Brentford after serving his suspension.
Impact Salisu is available again Tuesday and is expected to move back into the starting XI. At full strength, the Saints have four quality center-backs with Salisu being at the top of the depth chart having started 17 matches this season after eight the prior campaign, his first following a move from Villarreal.
JANUARY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Liverpool loses for 2nd time in EPL, big blow to title hopes
Liverpool has lost 1-0 to Leicester in a big blow to the team's chances of winning the Premier League titleDECEMBER 28, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Kane scores again, Tottenham held 1-1 by Southampton in EPL
Harry Kane scored for the third straight Premier League game and was denied a second goal by the narrowest of offside calls in Tottenham's 1-1 draw at 10-man SouthamptonDECEMBER 28, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Gets sent off Tuesday Salisu was sent off with two yellow cards in the first half of Tuesday's match against Tottenham.
Impact It was an unfortunate half of football for Salisu, who had started all but two matches this season. He put his team in a hole Tuesday and will have to be replaced for Sunday's match against Newcastle with that replacement dependent upon who is available for Southampton.
DECEMBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Wins three aerials in 2-2 draw Salisu had three tackles (two won), three aerials won, eight clearances and a yellow card in Wednesday's 2-2 draw to Crystal Palace.
Impact Salisu turned in a solid individual defensive stat line but the negative damage from two goals and a caution will likely be too much to overcome in most formats for a decent fantasy day. The center-back hasn't had a clean sheet in five straight matches now but has been a very solid fantasy factor in formats with defensive peripheral stats.
DECEMBER 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
