Dugout Discussion

Dugout Discussion – Sunday

The curtains are closed on the weekend action as Liverpool face Watford at Anfield and Manchester City battle Arsenal on home turf. The latter fixture carries the most gravity in terms of league positioning, with both sides still searching for a guaranteed top-four berth.

Man City place joint-third for goals (10) across their last four outings, despite mustering the third-fewest attempts (37). They ultimately profited from the best shot accuracy (62%) and shot-conversion rate (27%) of any side. Conversely, the Gunners charted third for attempts (71) and shots inside the box (44) yet chalked up just four goals, giving rise to the fifth-worst shot-conversion rate (5.6%). Nonetheless, no team conceded fewer goals (one) than Arsenal over the last four matches.

Liverpool’s attack was the busiest during their last four, ranking joint-fifth for goals (nine), top for attempts (80) and top for shots on target (26). The Merseysiders’ defence failed to hold up its end of the bargain, though, conceding six goals. Shifting our focus onto Watford, they placed joint-third for shots conceded (38) and joint-top for big chances conceded (11) across their previous four match-ups, underlining the obliging nature of their back line and offering further encouragement to the Reds attack.

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  1. Team Cruel
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 8 Years
    8 years, 7 days ago

    Why isn't Alexis playing?

    1. Les Bleus
      • 12 Years
      8 years, 7 days ago

      😀

    2. Royal5
      • 12 Years
      8 years, 7 days ago

      +1

    3. Mickey Tyrion™
      • 8 Years
      8 years, 7 days ago

      His anytime goalscorer odds were worse than De Bruyne's which surprised me.. He seems disgruntled.

      1. Jimmers
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 13 Years
        8 years, 7 days ago

        He was last weekend when taken off

    4. Mr. Blonde
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 9 Years
      8 years, 7 days ago

      Surely he can't blank next week...

  2. Zizoulicious
    • 8 Years
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    Arsenal won't get top 4 next year.

    1. S.Kuqi
      • 11 Years
      8 years, 7 days ago

      Based on what

      1. Royal5
        • 12 Years
        8 years, 7 days ago

        Quality of their team perhaps.

      2. Zizoulicious
        • 8 Years
        8 years, 7 days ago

        My opinion. Think their brand of football will be outdated and lacking in major aspects. City, Spurs and Pool will be much stronger sides. And I reckon Chelsea or United will pip them to fourth

        1. Yank Revolution
          • 12 Years
          8 years, 7 days ago

          Just far too early to make a meaningful call on next years standings, Ziz.

          1. Zizoulicious
            • 8 Years
            8 years, 7 days ago

            Yeah I agree, but still just trying make some early educated guesses on how it will go

        2. Epic Fail
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 13 Years
          8 years, 7 days ago

          You don't think Arsenal will strengthen?

          1. Zizoulicious
            • 8 Years
            8 years, 7 days ago

            Not in the positions they need strengthening. It just doesn't happen. Another luxury midfielder will come in I'm sure.

            1. ⭐ Bemba_Da ⭐
              • 14 Years
              8 years, 7 days ago

              wenger got el neny in when people were begging for a cdm, he got cech when people begged for a gk

              what are you talking about?

              1. Zizoulicious
                • 8 Years
                8 years, 7 days ago

                A striker for one? El neny arrived in January after years of needing a top class CDM.. And only because of the injury crisis. And he's more of a box to box mid anyway

    2. FrankieTheGent
      • 9 Years
      8 years, 7 days ago

      This is the 10th year this has been said

      1. Zizoulicious
        • 8 Years
        8 years, 7 days ago

        First year I've said it 😉

    3. Yank Revolution
      • 12 Years
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      Bold prediction considering the transfer window over the summer where anything can happen.

      1. Jimmers
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        • 13 Years
        8 years, 7 days ago

        But in Arsenal's case nothing usually happens

        1. Yank Revolution
          • 12 Years
          8 years, 7 days ago

          Really? Bringing in Ozil, Sanchez ... they weren't massive signings? And now they'll target a big name striker.

          1. Jimmers
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            • 13 Years
            8 years, 7 days ago

            Other top teams have brought in far more players - even though some not successful. Last summer - Cech was the only signing

          2. Somalion
            • 14 Years
            8 years, 7 days ago

            Should have targeted a big name striker one or two seasons ago. The worry is Arsene seems very reluctant to go for one, for reasons I don't understand.

            1. ⭐ Bemba_Da ⭐
              • 14 Years
              8 years, 7 days ago

              big name striker isn't the be all and end all. A striker which fits into the squad and can score goals is what is needed

              You don't always need a big name

              1. Somalion
                • 14 Years
                8 years, 7 days ago

                Yes that's true, my point more being they desperately need a striker that can actually do enough for the team and they consistently don't go after one.

          3. Wild Rover
            • 13 Years
            8 years, 7 days ago

            Yeah, because this is the first time they've needed a big name striker..

      2. Zizoulicious
        • 8 Years
        8 years, 7 days ago

        It's Arsenal though, and history suggests Arsene doesn't buy players in positions he needs to be strengthened.

        1. Yank Revolution
          • 12 Years
          8 years, 7 days ago

          The fans clearly won't stand for not doing anything this summer, the pressure is on for a name signing or two. Cash will be splashed gents.

          1. Jimmers
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            • 13 Years
            8 years, 7 days ago

            They've pretty much put up with it for the last 5/6 years

        2. ⭐ Bemba_Da ⭐
          • 14 Years
          8 years, 7 days ago

          again you talk a load of nonsence

          1. Zizoulicious
            • 8 Years
            8 years, 7 days ago

            Sorry I think a lot of people have the same opinion that Arsene overlooks key areas needed to be a really top team.....

    4. Ziro Becomes One
      • 9 Years
      8 years, 7 days ago

      Zizou (Zidane Ze Man) won't be posting here next year.

      1. Zizoulicious
        • 8 Years
        8 years, 7 days ago

        Ok..!?

    5. Fred54
      • 9 Years
      8 years, 7 days ago

      Won't need it. They are gonna win the UCL.

      1. Jimmers
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        • 13 Years
        8 years, 7 days ago

        Nah - Leicester!

    6. Arteta
      • 8 Years
      8 years, 7 days ago

      Ok mate.

      1. Zizoulicious
        • 8 Years
        8 years, 7 days ago

        Just an opinion 🙂

    7. Cilly Bonnolly
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      • 12 Years
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      They will because it's all they want.

    8. ⭐ Bemba_Da ⭐
      • 14 Years
      8 years, 7 days ago

      same old thing said every year, yet arsenal get at least 4th

    9. ekul the lokonga enthusiast
      • 8 Years
      8 years, 7 days ago

      if we stop trying to pass the ball in the net, we'd be thebest team in the PL, what u talking about?

      1. Zizoulicious
        • 8 Years
        8 years, 7 days ago

        If you stopped 'trying to pass the ball in the net', you wouldn't know how else to play

  3. DOG GOD IT - KEANE 15
    • 10 Years
    8 years, 7 days ago

    Bet coutinho will be subbed off at halftime ...

    1. Ayew Serious
      • 8 Years
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      Hopefully

  4. camarozz
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    • 9 Years
    8 years, 7 days ago

    Wil firmino /Sturridge get a run out today?? Ever point counts at this stage.....

    1. Numb
      • 9 Years
      8 years, 7 days ago

      Probably

  5. Cpt Crunch Scott talent
    • 10 Years
    8 years, 7 days ago

    Massive gain in score for me today, massive.

    1. Annie
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 11 Years
      8 years, 7 days ago

      1 point here so far

      1. Eden Azzzar
        • 8 Years
        8 years, 7 days ago

        Double your score

      2. Cpt Crunch Scott talent
        • 10 Years
        8 years, 7 days ago

        Thx, needed that.
        2 here.

    2. Epic Fail
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      8 years, 7 days ago

      Link?

      1. Cpt Crunch Scott talent
        • 10 Years
        8 years, 7 days ago

        Oh no you don't!!!

    3. Numb
      • 9 Years
      8 years, 7 days ago

      Deeney and Sanchez goals second half, if that helps?

      1. Cpt Crunch Scott talent
        • 10 Years
        8 years, 7 days ago

        You hit the spot!!!

  6. Eden Azzzar
    • 8 Years
    8 years, 7 days ago

    Milner and Sturridge appearances would be great right now ...........with two goals each please

    1. Epic Fail
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      8 years, 7 days ago

      Milner not on the bench.

      1. Eden Azzzar
        • 8 Years
        8 years, 7 days ago

        I didn't even notice great

  7. TM44
    • 9 Years
    8 years, 7 days ago

    What are the chances of Milner getting a run out today?

    1. TorresMagic™
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      • 14 Years
      8 years, 7 days ago

      Nil

      1. TM44
        • 9 Years
        8 years, 7 days ago

        Just realised he is not even on the bench lol! At least it means he will play midweek

        1. Epic Fail
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 13 Years
          8 years, 7 days ago

          Doesn't mean much with Klopp.

    2. TwiggsJameson
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      8 years, 7 days ago

      zero

    3. Pumpkinhead - I'm ITK …
      • 14 Years
      8 years, 7 days ago

      A big fat 0..you can take that to the bank

  8. TheTinman
    • 8 Years
    8 years, 7 days ago

    Hope mignolet is rested v Chelsea. But alas I doubt it. Looks like the wrong keeper choice. I'm struggling to find the pattern in Plopp's selections

    1. Sif
      • 11 Years
      8 years, 7 days ago

      Ward injured so won't be rested.

      1. TheTinman
        • 8 Years
        8 years, 7 days ago

        Sighhhh. Come on then Watford :p....

    2. Team Cruel
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      • 8 Years
      8 years, 7 days ago

      Both reserve keepers injured no?

      1. TheTinman
        • 8 Years
        8 years, 7 days ago

        When did this come out? I'm stupid

  9. Acquafresca
    • 12 Years
    8 years, 7 days ago

    Who has the tiebreaker between Barca and Atletico for 1st place ?

    Barca up 1-0 HT
    Atletico 1-1 HT

    1. TorresMagic™
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      8 years, 7 days ago

      H2H

      1. Acquafresca
        • 12 Years
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        I know that.

        I asked who has the tiebreak

    2. Jazz!
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 9 Years
      8 years, 7 days ago

      barca

    3. Adam West - Team Serbia for…
      • 13 Years
      8 years, 7 days ago

      Barca have a better head to head record

      1. Acquafresca
        • 12 Years
        8 years, 7 days ago

        Cheers

    4. Yank Revolution
      • 12 Years
      8 years, 7 days ago

      Is Real Madrid out of running for first?

      1. KingNidge
        • 8 Years
        8 years, 7 days ago

        No

      2. Acquafresca
        • 12 Years
        8 years, 7 days ago

        No but 1 point behind and assuming Barca wins their last 2 since no other competitions

        1. Yank Revolution
          • 12 Years
          8 years, 7 days ago

          Roger, thx!

  10. Whazza
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 11 Years
    8 years, 7 days ago

    Any Allen owners? Must say like Khazri, I didn't even consider him. 😀

    1. Yank Revolution
      • 12 Years
      8 years, 7 days ago

      Ownership is 0.1 overall.

  11. Wild Rover
    • 13 Years
    8 years, 7 days ago

    You could hear the sigh of relief from Wenger when Giroud scored, he now won't have to fork out for a new striker 😉

    1. Sif
      • 11 Years
      8 years, 7 days ago

      The banks will demand Giroud stay.

    2. Jimmers
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      8 years, 7 days ago

      Another goal next week and he can build the team around him

      1. Jafooli
        • 12 Years
        8 years, 7 days ago

        😆

  12. Garlana
    • 9 Years
    8 years, 7 days ago

    Only thing I haven't got wrong this gameweek is keeping kun...

    1. Epic Fail
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      8 years, 7 days ago

      Could be wrong.

      1. Garlana
        • 9 Years
        8 years, 7 days ago

        He's got 1 goal more than the rest of my team...

  13. Judas
    • 11 Years
    8 years, 7 days ago

    Lovren being rested? Not even in tbe bench

    1. Sif
      • 11 Years
      8 years, 7 days ago

      Most probably. EL recorvery then play the bigger Chelsea game. Annoying.

  14. FPL Daniel
    • 14 Years
    8 years, 7 days ago

    Half time early team news talk 😉

    Who are we playing next week:

    PVA or Creswell?

    1. Jazz!
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 9 Years
      8 years, 7 days ago

      PvA

    2. Epic Fail
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      8 years, 7 days ago

      I haven't got Cresswell, so PvA.

    3. ⭐ Bemba_Da ⭐
      • 14 Years
      8 years, 7 days ago

      neither

    4. Fitzy.
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 12 Years
      8 years, 7 days ago

      Not going with your model girlfriend's advice this time?

      1. FPL Daniel
        • 14 Years
        8 years, 7 days ago

        Only for goalscorers 😉

      2. Les Bleus
        • 12 Years
        8 years, 7 days ago

        C'mon mate. Uncalled for.

        1. Fitzy.
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 12 Years
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          Daniel didn't seem to mind, so why do you?

          1. Les Bleus
            • 12 Years
            8 years, 7 days ago

            Because it's people like you that make this site seem so childish at times.

            1. Fitzy.
              • Fantasy Football Scout Member
              • 12 Years
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              Calm down. You ever read any of Daniel's normal posts? My comment was innocuous and hardly warrants your input.

              1. Les Bleus
                • 12 Years
                8 years, 7 days ago

                Ok then. Keep it classy

                1. Fitzy.
                  • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                  • 12 Years
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                  How about you stop acting like you're a mod?

    5. Team Cruel
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 8 Years
      8 years, 7 days ago

      Don't have Cress, benching PVA

      Gab - Bellerin - Smalling

      1. Yank Revolution
        • 12 Years
        8 years, 7 days ago

        That will be my back three too.

  15. Evs
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    • 14 Years
    8 years, 7 days ago

    Aguero's looking sharp here, I wouldn't be surprised if he bags another.

    Anyone watching LFC?

    Any possibility of some Couthino points?

    1. Obi Wan Elokobi
      • 12 Years
      8 years, 7 days ago

      Assist of the assist. Liverpool dominating possession not many chances though.

    2. FPL Daniel
      • 14 Years
      8 years, 7 days ago

      Kun captain against Swans might be the best option in 38th

      1. Sif
        • 11 Years
        8 years, 7 days ago

        Swans got the wind in their sails. Can't see past Sanchez at home to Villa personally.

    3. Give The Todd Some Love
      • 12 Years
      8 years, 7 days ago

      Just missed an easy chance

    4. dr. Phil
      • 11 Years
      8 years, 7 days ago

      Benteke and Coutinho looking great together, lots of chances.

  16. sharbee
    • 8 Years
    8 years, 7 days ago

    Hey guys, what is the site for European Championships fantasy football?

    Wanting to start a league. Cheers.

      1. rdamjan
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 9 Years
        8 years, 7 days ago

        Any ML league around?

  17. Zombie
    • 11 Years
    8 years, 7 days ago

    Looking at Carpi vs Lazio match today. Finished 1-3.

    Two red cards for Lazio and Carpi still couldn't defeat them - Two missed penalties by Carpi didn't help. After this match, Carpi is now in the relegation zone...

    What drama!

  18. Jafooli
    • 12 Years
    8 years, 7 days ago

    Average score for top 10k so far today?

    1. Les Bleus
      • 12 Years
      8 years, 7 days ago

      9.5

      Bookmark this page 😉 https://fpldiscovery.wordpress.com/

      1. Jafooli
        • 12 Years
        8 years, 7 days ago

        Cheers Yanky and Blues....

    2. Jafooli
      • 12 Years
      8 years, 7 days ago

      Points today not total....

  19. Clumsy Sakho
    • 8 Years
    8 years, 7 days ago

    Coutinho shoulda scored

    1. Clumsy Sakho
      • 8 Years
      8 years, 7 days ago

      And again

    2. Zizoulicious
      • 8 Years
      8 years, 7 days ago

      Noooo

  20. S.Kuqi
    • 11 Years
    8 years, 7 days ago

    Omg Coutinho how can you miss that! FFS

    1. S.Kuqi
      • 11 Years
      8 years, 7 days ago

      Empty net ffs

      1. Evs
        • Has Moderation Rights
        • 14 Years
        8 years, 7 days ago

        Grrrr... 😡 !!!!

  21. Jafooli
    • 12 Years
    8 years, 7 days ago

    Need a Milner super-haul this half.

    1. dr. Phil
      • 11 Years
      8 years, 7 days ago

      ? Not even on bench.

    2. TwiggsJameson
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      8 years, 7 days ago

      🙂

  22. Annie
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 11 Years
    8 years, 7 days ago

    Sturridge likely to get a run out?

    1. TorresMagic™
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • Has Moderation Rights
      • 14 Years
      8 years, 7 days ago

      50/50

    2. dr. Phil
      • 11 Years
      8 years, 7 days ago

      Benteke looking sharp, don't think he'll risk him unless watford score.

  23. Jafooli
    • 12 Years
    8 years, 7 days ago

    Technically, is there a more gifted footballer than Giroud?

  24. Evs
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    • 14 Years
    8 years, 7 days ago

    KDB (sold him this week)

    1. Evs
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      • 14 Years
      8 years, 7 days ago

      Goal in case you not guessed

  25. Yank Revolution
    • 12 Years
    8 years, 7 days ago

    KDB GOAL

  26. VS10_
    • 8 Years
    8 years, 7 days ago

    KDB, such a troll ffs

  27. Greenbackbøøg…
    • 9 Years
    8 years, 7 days ago

    Sold KDB 🙂

  28. BlzE_94
    • 9 Years
    8 years, 7 days ago

    FFS GOT RID OFF KUN AND KDB!!

  29. Danstoke82
    • 9 Years
    8 years, 7 days ago

    KDB goal.

  30. Venom Snake
    • 10 Years
    8 years, 7 days ago

    KDB first sub. Now I really need Martial to sit out the second game