Clean sheets are high-leverage
A clean sheet can turn a goalkeeper or defender into one of the best picks of the draft. But clean-sheet points disappear with one goal, so the fixture context matters.
Goalkeeper paths to points
Goalkeepers can score through clean sheets, saves, penalty saves, and playing time. A goalkeeper on a weaker team may still be useful if they face many shots and can collect save points.
Defender paths to points
- Clean sheet chance.
- Set-piece threat.
- Attacking full-back role.
- Defensive contribution volume.
- Low card risk.
Do not over-stack blindly
Drafting multiple defenders from one team can win a gameweek if the clean sheet lands, but it can also collapse if the opponent scores early.