Scout Betting

The Fantasy Flutter with Paddy Power – Gameweek 18

We fell short once again last week, which now swings the profit pot back in Paddy’s favour after the likes of Jermain Defoe, Grant Holt and Luis Suarez all failed to notch in their corresponding matches. We’ve got ground to make up and pennies to claw back, then, so this time we threw our bookmaker buddy some less familiar names…

We’ve had our eye on Glen Johnson in recent weeks, not least because he’s shown an attacking intent that’s seen him emerge as a real goal threat from the Liverpool right. Last weekend, only Steven Gerrard’s glancing header prevented Johnson’s goal-bound effort registering for the full-back and, having notched at West Ham in Gameweek 16, we think there’s another goal just around the corner. Paddy are offering 14/1 on a Johnson goal with a Liverpool clean sheet against Fulham and, with Martin Jol’s side stuttering and struggling to find goals, we’ll gladly take this one up for £2 of our stake money.

Jason Puncheon is another name we’ve latched onto as a player who is offering exceptional value from midfield in a Southampton side that attacks with some verve. Puncheon has been the Saints’ major goal threat in recent weeks and, with Adam Lallana missing this weekend and possibly over Christmas, the former Blackpool winger may have to step up his game to help maintain the Saints’ recent run of results. Paddy have slapped 11/1 on a Puncheon goal with a Southampton clean sheet against Sunderland at St Mary’s and we like that enough to toss £3 of our money in its direction.

David Silva is the headline act amongst this week’s Flutter selection; the subject of our recent Monitor article for members, the little Spaniard will surely be key to picking apart the Reading defence and many will fancy Silva for a decent haul. He has just a single goal to his name so far this season but this encounter looks to be a decent platform for him to add to his tally. Paddy certainly fancy his chances and have 7/2 on a Silva goal with Man City clean sheet against the Royals. We’ll take that for £3 more our stake funds.

Finally, we have £2 remaining for our weekly treble. While this normally features a United striker, this time around we thought we’d throw this week’s Scout Pick and differential punt, Edin Dzeko into the mix. We fancy the Bosnian to play some part, if not start, against Reading and that could well bring Dzeko the opportunity to boost this season’s goal count. Paddy are dangling odds of 11/1 on a Dzeko goal, a Santi Cazorla assist against Wigan and a clean sheet for Spurs at home to Stoke.

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  1. JELLYFISH
    • 12 Years
    11 years, 4 months ago

    Morning all. Need to bench one of the following:

    Santi
    Mata
    Yaya
    Puncheon
    Michu

    Suarez
    RVP
    Defoe

    Whom do I bench (Currently on Puncheon)?

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    1. the Penman
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 12 Years
      11 years, 4 months ago

      That's what he's there for...

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    2. Bad Pen
      • 12 Years
      11 years, 4 months ago

      Not a nice decision, but I think you've got it right with Puncheon.

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    3. Hatter
      • 11 Years
      11 years, 4 months ago

      puncheon or michu

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    4. fantasykid
      • 12 Years
      11 years, 4 months ago

      Guess it has to be Puncheon, Am in the same dilemma too, Can't really ignore the big hitters,Here's my tiny analysis
      Santi - Playing against a weak Wigan side with Walcott playing upfront(Stretching the defence, So Santi could tap in like last week)
      Mata - Worried he could be rested, but then, He's been in a wonderful form, If he starts, he'll definitely rack in points, else, he could be set for a 1 pointer
      Yaya - Guaranteed starter and playing against a weak Reading side at home
      Michu - Well, currently on top of Midfield rankings, So, we cant really bench him against a United side which has been leaking goals
      Suarez - Genius or madness, well, we all know his love for shooting the goalpost, on his day, they all go in
      RVP - Well, its RVP
      Defoe- Against a disciplined Stoke side ( 8 clean sheets in 17 games and shipped more than one goal just twice this season ) Playing alongside Adebayor is not his strongest of strengths

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      1. JELLYFISH
        • 12 Years
        11 years, 4 months ago

        Thanks for your input, much appreciated. More or less confirms it has to be Puncheon!

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    5. Cak Juris
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 11 Years
      11 years, 4 months ago

      yaya

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    6. JELLYFISH
      • 12 Years
      11 years, 4 months ago

      Thanks for your input all. Puncheon it is 🙂

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  2. The Mountain Called Monkey
    • 11 Years
    11 years, 4 months ago

    rvp or silva captain?

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    1. lightspeed
      • 14 Years
      11 years, 4 months ago

      I think I am gong RVP.

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    2. fantasykid
      • 12 Years
      11 years, 4 months ago

      RVP - Safe
      Silva - Adventurous

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  3. The Glory Hunters
    • 14 Years
    11 years, 4 months ago

    Thoughts on Berbs to Torres for a hit?

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    1. McEwan
      • 14 Years
      11 years, 4 months ago

      Not great, you'll want Berba back next gw. And it's also Torres in, take a long look in the mirror man!

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      1. The Glory Hunters
        • 14 Years
        11 years, 4 months ago

        I guess just losing patience with Berbs and got cash burning a hole in my pocket? Also considering tevez to Rooney but not convinced?

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    2. Manamongst
      • 13 Years
      11 years, 4 months ago

      I think you will be happy with that transaction.

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  4. Mr Smith
    • 13 Years
    11 years, 4 months ago

    Rafael to Zabs worh a hit?

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    1. Lawrø
      • 12 Years
      11 years, 4 months ago

      Nope

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      1. Mr Smith
        • 13 Years
        11 years, 4 months ago

        Other defenders i have coming in for the injured Rafael are Cameron and Shorey. Can't see either of those keeping a cleanie this week.

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    2. GlasgowFF
      • 12 Years
      11 years, 4 months ago

      I hate City as apart from Komp they are all rotation risks.

      I would get Vertonghan,

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  5. Lawrø
    • 12 Years
    11 years, 4 months ago

    Am I good to go?

    http://i.imgur.com/buACi.png

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  6. Baggers
    • 14 Years
    11 years, 4 months ago

    It feels so wrong not giving RVP the armband but come on Demba!

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    1. teddy.
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 14 Years
      11 years, 4 months ago

      He's vice in case Tevez doesn't feature for me.

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  7. RED HOT CHILLI
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 12 Years
    11 years, 4 months ago

    Anyone think Van Persie and Michu, both tied at 12 goals apiece, might play a part in inspiring both to score tomorrow when they play each other?

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    1. Manamongst
      • 13 Years
      11 years, 4 months ago

      No. Michu will nick a late one.

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  8. Cheggers
    • 14 Years
    11 years, 4 months ago

    Really nervous about no city cover this week - anyone in the same boat?

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    1. Pinoche
      • 12 Years
      11 years, 4 months ago

      Yes. Very nervous atm. 😐

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      1. rvp786
        • 12 Years
        11 years, 4 months ago

        im nervous even with silva lool

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    2. Dago
      • 14 Years
      11 years, 4 months ago

      none at all?

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    3. Puzzle
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      11 years, 4 months ago

      None here too atm. Thinking of Defoe to Tevez/Aguero for a hit tho, just to be somewhat covered.

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    4. Kenncam
      • 14 Years
      11 years, 4 months ago

      Yep, nightmare. Reading backlash - is that a bit hopeful?

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      1. Dago
        • 14 Years
        11 years, 4 months ago

        no not at all, this season has been full of surprises.

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    5. Cheggers
      • 14 Years
      11 years, 4 months ago

      Very tempted to do Cazorla -> Silva. Would then buy back Caz in 2/3 weeks. Would lose .4 tho which puts me off a bit.

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  9. aaamanion
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 12 Years
    11 years, 4 months ago

    tevez or RVP (c)?

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    1. Dago
      • 14 Years
      11 years, 4 months ago

      Tevez c RVP vc

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    2. Dago
      • 14 Years
      11 years, 4 months ago

      who is that graham norton, looks bloody camp.

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  10. blord123
    • 11 Years
    11 years, 4 months ago

    Can somebody help me please
    I can only play 2 of these 3 players who do I play
    Puncheon
    Berbatov
    Snodgrass

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    1. the Penman
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 12 Years
      11 years, 4 months ago

      With Foster back WBA will tighten up. Bench Snoddy.

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    2. Dago
      • 14 Years
      11 years, 4 months ago

      Berb and Punch

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    3. teddy.
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 14 Years
      11 years, 4 months ago

      Bench Snodgrass

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  11. Dago
    • 14 Years
    11 years, 4 months ago

    Why do I sense upset this week. Team is not looking good and I lost £100 on poker last night. Can anyone offer me any confidence, really feel its missing a city striker, but would mean taking a hit?

    Begovic

    Fonte Johnson Rafael

    Sess Silva(vc) Puncheon Michu

    Suarez RVP(c) Rooney

    Sterling - Nelsen - Shorey

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    1. Doosra - ☭DeclanMyGenius…
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 14 Years
      11 years, 4 months ago

      Great team. Don't be daft. Captain Rooney. 🙂

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      1. Dago
        • 14 Years
        11 years, 4 months ago

        cheers Doos, why Rooney this RVP might not get a full game?

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    2. rvp786
      • 12 Years
      11 years, 4 months ago

      your 3 strikers are not worth losing esp for a hit.

      im tempted to captain suarez over rvp.

      and relax your team looks good man.

      it looks ageurolicious 😆

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      1. Dago
        • 14 Years
        11 years, 4 months ago

        ha ha ha come on RVP786's brother, what every your name is 🙂

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        1. rvp786
          • 12 Years
          11 years, 4 months ago

          he kept ageuro in the end but i think he might not captain him as i put doubt in his head about ageuro being rested.

          nervously waiting to see his team hoping he aint captained ageuro

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  12. JK - Cønt ⭐
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 12 Years
    11 years, 4 months ago

    Morning lads

    Good shape for this GW

    Foster

    Baines, Clyne, Rafa

    Michu, Silva (c)Caz, Ramirez

    RvP, Berba, Benteke

    Migs, Sterling, Huth, Shorey

    Am playing Rafa just in case Fergie is telling porkies, but am happy to have Huth sub in. I want to play Sterling, but not at the expense of any of my other front 8. I know the risks of captaining Silva, especially over RvP but I think this GW that risk has to be taken.

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    1. Doosra - ☭DeclanMyGenius…
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 14 Years
      11 years, 4 months ago

      Why the feck don't you captain Cazorla? Because he is in the first game?

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      1. JK - Cønt ⭐
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 12 Years
        11 years, 4 months ago

        I pay no attention to kick off times, I pick the person I think will be the best captain.

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        1. Doosra - ☭DeclanMyGenius…
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 14 Years
          11 years, 4 months ago

          Well, Cazorla is a LOOONG way in front of Silva ... 😕

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      2. Kenncam
        • 14 Years
        11 years, 4 months ago

        To be fair this isn't a bad reason not to captain Caz. Ruins the rest of the GW if he does nothing.

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  13. GlasgowFF
    • 12 Years
    11 years, 4 months ago

    Begovic (Spurs away) or Foster (Norwich home)??

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    1. Chrissy Waddle - 2023/24
      • 13 Years
      11 years, 4 months ago

      You know the answer to that one. 😉

      Fossie.

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  14. kaz 96
    • 12 Years
    11 years, 4 months ago

    sorry, rerepost

    bench one:

    pienaar,nolan,flethcer

    fletcher obviously could be involved in a 1 point cameo

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    1. teddy.
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 14 Years
      11 years, 4 months ago

      Nolan?

      Pienaar may well step up in Fellaini size 15s.

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  15. mahone24
    • 14 Years
    11 years, 4 months ago

    Morning all,
    Demel or McAuley (Jaask already in goal)?
    2 from Snodgrass, Berb and Michu?

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    1. Professor Abel X
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 11 Years
      11 years, 4 months ago

      McAuley
      Berb & Michu for me

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      1. mahone24
        • 14 Years
        11 years, 4 months ago

        Thanks

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  16. sy
    • 13 Years
    11 years, 4 months ago

    So many people benching sterling I am tempted to start him!

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    1. Professor Abel X
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 11 Years
      11 years, 4 months ago

      Don't unless you have to

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      1. sy
        • 13 Years
        11 years, 4 months ago

        It's either him or snodgrass so starting sterling

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    2. Cak Juris
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 11 Years
      11 years, 4 months ago

      I have suarez, so I bench him

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  17. Hatter
    • 11 Years
    11 years, 4 months ago

    IS TEVEZ PLAYING?!

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    1. teddy.
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 14 Years
      11 years, 4 months ago

      NOT RIGHT NOW!

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    2. Cilly Bonnolly
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 12 Years
      11 years, 4 months ago

      The game kicks off at 3:00pm. Nobody knows the line up at 10:04am. Especially when it's City.

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  18. Spoonerism
    • 11 Years
    11 years, 4 months ago

    Anyone know if bad weather makes for low scores?

    Tipping down here in London!

    Any mancs in here? What is it like up there?

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    1. Ruud van Basten
      • 12 Years
      11 years, 4 months ago

      Pissing down as usual

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  19. Evs
    • Has Moderation Rights
    • 14 Years
    11 years, 4 months ago

    Right, Suarez (c) over RVP 😯 ?

    Talk to me people...

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    1. beric
      • 12 Years
      11 years, 4 months ago

      I'm doin it

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      1. beric
        • 12 Years
        11 years, 4 months ago

        I was gunna do it before it was cool though

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        1. Evs
          • Has Moderation Rights
          • 14 Years
          11 years, 4 months ago

          Hmmm.... I'm leaning towards it.

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        2. rvp786
          • 12 Years
          11 years, 4 months ago

          im tempted to do it too. its 60/40 suarez atm

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    2. Gnubuntu
      • 11 Years
      11 years, 4 months ago

      Nah

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    3. New Ghost
      • 11 Years
      11 years, 4 months ago

      Doing it.

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      1. Ruud van Basten
        • 12 Years
        11 years, 4 months ago

        Some people never listen eh!

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        1. New Ghost
          • 11 Years
          11 years, 4 months ago

          It's my 1st time.

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    4. Chrissy Waddle - 2023/24
      • 13 Years
      11 years, 4 months ago

      No way. Captained twice in last 5 GW's. Total of 4 points.

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      1. beric
        • 12 Years
        11 years, 4 months ago

        Same here, 3rd times the charm

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      2. Gnubuntu
        • 11 Years
        11 years, 4 months ago

        Exactamondo

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    5. teddy.
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 14 Years
      11 years, 4 months ago

      Mental illness

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      1. Gnubuntu
        • 11 Years
        11 years, 4 months ago

        +1

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    6. adams_6
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 12 Years
      11 years, 4 months ago

      I've done it RVP might even bench...

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      1. beric
        • 12 Years
        11 years, 4 months ago

        Yeah bench RVP, good thinkin'

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        1. adams_6
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 12 Years
          11 years, 4 months ago

          I mean Fergie might

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    7. Mílanista
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 12 Years
      11 years, 4 months ago

      No

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    8. Evs
      • Has Moderation Rights
      • 14 Years
      11 years, 4 months ago

      Mixed bag then 😆

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  20. Andrew
    • 12 Years
    11 years, 4 months ago

    Whats the news on Rafael and Tremmel?

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    1. Grumpy Camel
      • 11 Years
      11 years, 4 months ago

      raf out

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  21. JayJ
    • 11 Years
    11 years, 4 months ago

    Morning all.

    I’m contemplating Caulker and Nolan out Nastasic and Puncheon in.
    I’ve already taken Fellaini out and brought in Silva. Should I get Nastasic or Zabaleta or someone else?
    HELP please :@)

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  22. beric
    • 12 Years
    11 years, 4 months ago

    out of ten?

    Jaaskelainen

    Rafael--Davies--Clyne

    Bale--Silva--Michu--Sessegnon

    RVP--Berbatov--Suarez(c)

    Bego, Sterling, Cuellar, Shorey

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    1. beric
      • 12 Years
      11 years, 4 months ago

      10 at least, well done

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    2. Evs
      • Has Moderation Rights
      • 14 Years
      11 years, 4 months ago

      6.8

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      1. beric
        • 12 Years
        11 years, 4 months ago

        Apart from the defence, I think I'm looking pretty good. A lot of defences will be messed up this week anyway so I'm not too worried

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        1. Evs
          • Has Moderation Rights
          • 14 Years
          11 years, 4 months ago

          I never worry to much about the def, bloody clean sheets are getting like pot luck If you ask me.

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        2. Lateriser 12
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 12 Years
          11 years, 4 months ago

          I have had the armband on Suarez all week too 😀

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    3. Chrissy Waddle - 2023/24
      • 13 Years
      11 years, 4 months ago

      Rafael is out. I would (c) RVP or Silva or Suarez personally.

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    4. Dago
      • 14 Years
      11 years, 4 months ago

      Mines worse. 7.3, change the armband and its 8.1, good luck man.

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  23. NorfolkNChance
    • 12 Years
    11 years, 4 months ago

    Play Sterling or Fletcher?

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  24. Tadic is the new Eriksen
    • 11 Years
    11 years, 4 months ago

    Berbatov never bench never captain

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    1. JK - Cønt ⭐
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 12 Years
      11 years, 4 months ago

      Wrong

      Berba is captain material, the problem is picking him as captain at the right time, but he could be great (c) material on boxing day

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      1. Tadic is the new Eriksen
        • 11 Years
        11 years, 4 months ago

        True that, but the problem ATM is his form, I never like to captain an out of form player

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      2. Chrissy Waddle - 2023/24
        • 13 Years
        11 years, 4 months ago

        Currently benched over Puncheon.

        Don't feel great about it, but as someone said yesterday, if he does well today I've got a man back in form for the next two home games.

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  25. adams_6
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 12 Years
    11 years, 4 months ago

    Lost on last page

    I got a 50/50 response last time so I’ll try again..

    Bench Nolan or Puncheon ??

    Rest of Mid is yaya michu and mata
    RVP Suarez and Tevez up top

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  26. adp1113
    • 12 Years
    11 years, 4 months ago

    Why Rafa to Nastasic and not Zabaleta/Clichy?

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    1. Cak Juris
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 11 Years
      11 years, 4 months ago

      great boy with 90% chance of playing

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  27. Gnubuntu
    • 11 Years
    11 years, 4 months ago

    Anyone going for Tevez as cap?

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    1. Cak Juris
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 11 Years
      11 years, 4 months ago

      never captain City's player

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      1. Jax
        • 14 Years
        11 years, 4 months ago

        erm what? i captained tevez and silva earlier this season and got 62 points in total.

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  28. Mr Smith
    • 13 Years
    11 years, 4 months ago

    Any reason Zabaletta won't feature today?

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    1. adp1113
      • 12 Years
      11 years, 4 months ago

      Maicon maybe?

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    2. kaz 96
      • 12 Years
      11 years, 4 months ago

      maicon, may be?

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  29. kaz 96
    • 12 Years
    11 years, 4 months ago

    OOO anyone captaining ba?

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