4 FanDuel Premier League Value Plays for Matchweek 28

Defender - Pablo Zabaleta, West Ham ($5,000)

The West Ham defenders should be busy against Manchester City. When these teams faced off earlier in the season, City had 69% of the possession. Zabaleta led West Ham in touches in that match. He also led the team in tackles, interceptions, and clearances. His six interceptions against City are his highest single-game output of the season.

Zabaleta is averaging nearly eight defensive actions per match. He also has just over one successful dribble each match. The stats say he has been good, but there is a bit of a narrative at play. Fans were not happy with his play this past week and now speculation has begun on who may replace him if he retires this summer. He also made 230 appearances for Manchester City before coming to London. Zabaleta will want to perform well as he contemplates the next step in his career, especially against his former club.

Casting narratives aside, the previous match against City -- which was a home match for the Hammers -- tells us all we need to know about Zabaleta's floor for this match at City. The reverse fixture is tied for Zabaleta's third-best FanDuel point total of the season, and he should have plenty of opportunities to match the defensive action totals as Manchester City -- massive home favorites in this one -- fight for the Premier League title.