Question 1

Is Iliman Ndiaye a reliable DEFCON asset in Fantasy Premier League?

Accepted Answer

There is no ambiguity in the data. earned the +2pt DEFCON bonus in 2 of 4 appearances this season, with a 50% hit rate on the +2pt DEFCON bonus. That defensive workload sits in the top tier for midfielders across the league and points to a repeatable +2pt DEFCON floor when the 12-action threshold is cleared. The sample is still small at 311 minutes, so treat the rate as a signal rather than a settled read. Managers with a DEFCON-focused blueprint should have this player near the top of the shortlist.

Question 2

How does Ndiaye rank among Fantasy Premier League midfielders for DEFCON?

Accepted Answer

Among the 118 eligible midfielders, Ndiaye ranks 18 for DEFCON per 90. That is a top-tier profile without being elite - the 86th percentile of the position - meaning managers who focus on fixture and price can often find better value while managers who stack DEFCON specialists will still consider them.

Question 3

What do Ndiaye's raw defensive numbers look like this Fantasy Premier League season?

Accepted Answer

Ndiaye has racked up 17 combined clearances, blocks, interceptions and tackles across 311 minutes. That works out to 4.9 defensive actions per 90 minutes on average. The 12-plus threshold has been cleared in 2 of 4 appearances, converting to the +2pt DEFCON bonus each time. 311 minutes is a small sample - the raw figures are directional rather than definitive.

Question 4

Should I sign Iliman Ndiaye for Gameweek 6 on DEFCON grounds?

Accepted Answer

On DEFCON grounds the underlying case is strong at 11.58 defensive contribution actions per 90 - one of the best workloads in the position. The Gameweek 6 fixture is away at Liverpool, an FDR 4 matchup. A tougher matchup will not neutralise the DEFCON output because it is action-based rather than result-based, but the attacking upside is reduced. Signings on this profile are best sized around a longer-run fixture plan.

Iliman Ndiaye DEFCON Analysis: Fantasy Premier League Gameweek 6

Iliman Ndiaye

Ndiaye's DEFCON case for Gameweek 6

Iliman Ndiaye is one of the strongest DEFCON profiles in the league - does he fit your specific squad?