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Ahead of Matchweek 8's Premier League fixtures, here are the standout facts on each match. Friday, 5 October Brighton v West Ham In-form Brighton & Hove Albion striker Glenn Murray has scored five goals in his last four league matches against West Ham United, including three last season for the Seagulls. Saturday, 6 October Burnley v Huddersfield Burnley have been ruthless in front of goal during their recent resurgence, scoring with six of their last seven shots on target in the Premier League. Crystal Palace v Wolves Wolverhampton Wanderers are more dangerous after the break, scoring a league-high 88 per cent of their Premier League goals in the second half of matches this season. Seven out of their eight goals have come after the interval. Leicester v Everton The first goal in this match has traditionally been crucial. The team opening the scoring in this PL fixture have never gone on to lose the match. Everton have done so 15 times, winning seven and drawing eig...

Alan Shearer says that in Felipe Anderson, West Ham United fans have found a shining star to be proud of. The Brazilian playmaker scored his first Premier League goal in stylish fashion on Saturday, producing a skilful backflick that set the Hammers on their way to a memorable 3-1 win over Manchester United. And Shearer, who includes West Ham's No 8 in his Best XI for Matchweek 7, says Anderson's growing influence is beginning to tell on a Hammers side who have earned seven points from their last three matches. "The summer signing scored a wonderful goal against Man Utd," he said says of Anderson. "He is showing the star quality that will get West Ham fans off their seats." Shearer's Team of the Week Rui Patricio (WOL) | WOL 2-0 SOU The Portuguese made a league-high six saves to get his clean sheet. Pablo Zabaleta (WHU) | WHU 3-1 MUN The full-back rolled back the years with an assist in an excellent display to shackle Man Utd. Harry Maguire...

Anthony Knockaert (£5.5m) The midfielder is owned by only 1.1 per cent of FPL managers ahead of his home encounter against West Ham United. Knockaert has one goal and three assists for Brighton & Hove Albion, totalling 27 points in the first seven Gameweeks. At home, in particular, he has been consistent. The Frenchman has produced a goal or an assist in all three of his appearances at the Amex Stadium, which includes visits from Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur. Indeed, he has averaged six points per home match in 2018/19. Home impact His underlying statistics also back up Knockaert's growing influence on Chris Hughton's side. The 26-year-old's totals of 14 shots on goal and 11 chances created are more than any team-mate. The Hammers arrive without a clean sheet in their three away matches. They have conceded eight goals on the road, the third-worst record in the Premier League. Knockaert looks well placed to take advantage of those frailtie...

The match officials for Matchweek 8 of the 2018/19 season have been announced. Kick-offs are 15:00 BST unless stated otherwise. Friday 5 October 20:00 Brighton v West Ham United Referee: Kevin Friend Assistants: Matthew Wilkes, Simon Beck Fourth official: Simon Hooper Saturday 6 October Burnley v Huddersfield Town Referee: Chris Kavanagh Assistants: Daniel Cook, Sian Massey-Ellis Fourth official: Martin Atkinson Crystal Palace v Wolves Referee: Michael Oliver Assistants: Stuart Burt, Simon Bennett Fourth official: Roger East Leicester City v Everton Referee: Andre Marriner Assistants: Scott Ledger, Simon Long Fourth official: Lee Mason Spurs v Cardiff City Referee: Mike Dean Assistants: Darren Cann, Dan Robathan Fourth official: Paul Tierney Watford v AFC Bournemouth Referee: Jonathan Moss Assistants: Eddie Smart, Marc Perry Fourth official: Simon Hooper 17:30 Man Utd v Newcastle Referee: Anthony Taylor Assistants: Gary Beswick, Adam Nunn Fourth o...

Fielding a five-man defence proved to be an inspired move by Brunei manager Radin Udara. His Admin kotw team brought in 122 points to earn him Gameweek 7's Manager of the Week accolade. And his five defenders, together with Burnley goalkeeper Joe Hart (£4.6m), secured Radin more than half of that total. The Gameweek's top scorer, Leicester City centre-back Harry Maguire (£5.5m), led the way with 18 points. A goal, assist, clean sheet and maximum bonus points helped Maguire to a second double-digit haul of the campaign as the Foxes beat Newcastle United 2-0. Three other members of the Dream Team defence could also be found in Radin's side. Wolverhampton Wanderers duo Jonny (£4.4m) and Matt Doherty (£4.5m) brought in 12 points each, while Tottenham Hotspur wing-back Kieran Trippier (£6.2m) recorded 11 in the 2-0 win at Huddersfield Town. Radin captained Manchester City midfielder Raheem Sterling (£11.0m). The winger's fourth goal of the season, and his seco...