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The ScoutCast – Episode 229 – Comeback

Can you call it a comeback? Avid listeners – and there are some, honest – will certainly hope that Granville’s return to ScoutCast action will be repeated.

For now, we just have to savour him gatecrashing our early season party, armed with a very reasonable Gameweek 1 tally.

Granville joins myself, Jonty, Andy and Az in a five-aside episode for the post-mortem of the opening weekend.

Once again we embrace your community questions, going in studs showing on all the key issues, as we assess the Zaha replacements and strap our knees to the desk to discuss De Bruyne and Kane.

This ScoutCast was first beamed live via our YouTube channel on Tuesday night. Be sure to subscribe to get notice of future live episodes.

If you’re a traditional type, you can acquire the mp3 audio version via this link on the first player below, or take in the full visual experience via the second player below.

Mark Mark created the beast. He's now looking to tame it.

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  1. TorresMagic™
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    Scoutcast!

    1. lilmessipran
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      You never let anyone get the top comment , do you 😛

      1. TorresMagic™
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        Go back an article.

  2. Adam West - Team Serbia for…
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    Hello

  3. The Wise Owl
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    Can someone clarify something? Is Mane injured? Rumours are he wasn't pictured training with the Liverpool team...

      1. The Wise Owl
        • 8 Years
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        Second day recovery?

    1. Adam West - Team Serbia for…
      • 13 Years
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      No . Source : Berbinho's Forehead . No reliable source yet 🙁

      1. goriuanx
        • 13 Years
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        That forehead guy should be banned.

        1. Adam West - Team Serbia for…
          • 13 Years
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          I agree . God I hate him

          1. goriuanx
            • 13 Years
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            What did god do to you?

            1. Adam West - Team Serbia for…
              • 13 Years
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              All of them 😉

  4. FPL Virgin
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    Why are fewer questions from the community being taken on the scoutcast this season? 🙁

    1. Wild Rover
      • 13 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      Because nobody cares what of the community think

      1. FPL Virgin
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        Is the song Mr. Brightside based on you, W.R.?

    2. TorresMagic™
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      Seems like plenty have been.

      1. FPL Virgin
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        Last two weeks - there have been fewer questions than normal. Looks like community questions are being skipped too.

        1. Mark
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          Nah, it's just a lot to get through at this stage in the season. Not a conscious move I assure you.

          1. FPL Virgin
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            • 7 Years
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            Some people (not me, of course) get very excited when their question gets read out by Jonty.

    3. Now I'm Panicking
      • 9 Years
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      The same reason Wagon Wheels are now smaller

      1. Numb
        • 9 Years
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        Come back Jarvish!

    4. Numb
      • 9 Years
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      Aren't most of the community questions basically "who is the best defender / midfielder / forward*"?

      *Delete as applicable.

    5. Gamoriola of the Galaxy (Eu…
      • 11 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      lame questions

  5. Numb
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    Granville makes the ScoutCast much better! I'd happily trade in Andy, Az AND Jonty for a regular Granville.

    1. George Sillett
      • 8 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      5 , 4 , 3 ......... gone.

    2. goriuanx
      • 13 Years
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      Time to get your head out pal 😉

    3. Fred54
      • 9 Years
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      5 seconds in and ruins the introductions...twice!

      1. Numb
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        Wouldn't have it any other way.

        My favourite Granny moment last year was when Mark said "Granville you look like you're trying to make an important point..." and Granville goes "no, I was just wondering, are we going to finish soon?" 😆

        1. Mark
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          To be fair, that was an important point at the time 😉

          1. Numb
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            It was hilarious!

        2. FPL Virgin
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          I quite liked the way Mark smoothly steered Granville away from Trump, Brexit and 2016 being rubbish year on a live stream 🙂

    4. Football Weekender
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      Just Mark & Granville like the good old days 🙂

      Mind games all over the place.

    5. Sonny “The Hitman&rdq…
      • 7 Years
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      Actually more opinions make it more interesting as they all have different differentials. Have to say Andy suggested Jones and Stephens and both were clean sheet gold last week.

    6. fedolefan
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      I think he's the only one out of the regulars that's maverick and goes without big hitters as though it's no problem. I like Luke and AZ too. Everyone plays their part but think the rest are too fearful of a haul by a big hitter and just HAVE to own him.

      1. d1sable
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        No Lukaku or Kane here =/

        1. fedolefan
          • 9 Years
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          Yeah, I know that, and that's what I like, the fact that you guys just go with your gut even if it means leaving out the heavy hitters. Was talking about the regulars since you and AZ kinda rotate, and I did mention I like your views.

          1. d1sable
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            Ah cheers dude. Thought u were including me and Az in that fear group 🙂

  6. Team Cruel
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    Since there are hot topics for everything these days, why not have hot topics for the price changes every night? Would save a few clicks/touches in the morning to find out who has risen/fallen.

    1. Wild Rover
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      6 years, 8 months ago

      There is one from TM every night. Just search by sticky in the morning

      1. Team Cruel
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        • 8 Years
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        But stickies are a pain in the arse when using mobile, especially if there has been posted a new article in the morning. Why not just hot topic them instead of sticky?

    2. goriuanx
      • 13 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      It's always stickied. Just sort the comments by Sticky.

      1. Don Rogers FC
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        I've been on this site for 4 years and I have no idea what a stickie is.

        1. PDM TOP 1,000 any Season Le…
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          When a mod has "greened it"

        2. goriuanx
          • 13 Years
          6 years, 8 months ago

          Green comments without a title.

    3. Fred54
      • 9 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      TM loves us having to search for him while sitting on the loo in the mornings.

      1. FPL Virgin
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        • 7 Years
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        +42

    4. Now I'm Panicking
      • 9 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      I think it should be on the home page and updated wach day.

      1. Wild Rover
        • 13 Years
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        But the TM would lose his main source of upvotes. Won't happen 😉

  7. Bun Rab
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    • 11 Years
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    I think you meant to say... Don't call it a comeback, I've been here for years.

    1. Third Eye Vision
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      It went through my head as I read it, as well.

  8. FPL Virgin
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    • 7 Years
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    Scoutcast was very good this week. Good humoured with lots of laughs.

    I don't really think the others really understood Mark's point about Kane. If Lukaku is your default captain choice, you simply can't spend £12.5m on Kane.

    Interesting thought ...

    1. Gamoriola of the Galaxy (Eu…
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      6 years, 8 months ago

      It's a great thought. Shame he already spent the 12.5 on him.

    2. Torreslove
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      • 12 Years
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      This. At 12.5 he has to be the standout captain option nearly every week. But now with Lukaku, Lacazette, Morata, Aguero, Jesus and Firmino, it isn't so obvious anymore.

    3. Bored Bear
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      If Lukaku beats Kane GW 2, then GW3 is going to be a really hard captain decision.

      1. PDM TOP 1,000 any Season Le…
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        I`m hoping for a Lukaku double digit haul in GW2 with Kane a poor tally in comparising.... Everyone panic to get him over Kane ..... for Kane in GW3 to then score 3+ with me (c) him 🙂
        Wishful thinking I guess !!!!

    4. Netley Lucas
      • 8 Years
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      I'm sure they got it, more non-cap value elsewhere. The thing is it's not clear after 1 game that that will be the case, next 2 we'll get a much better idea.

    5. barracuda
      • 7 Years
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      Mark was very lucky not to avoid Lukaku, his Cherries prediction v Albions went horribly wrong..He had a shaky- still lucky start to the season. Could have been much worse 😉

    6. Spartac Mac
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      It's a great though!

      But where does the upper level price spend end? Is 10.5m too much for Jesus and not captain him? Same with KDB?

      I like the idea of having Sanchez + Kane/Lukaku as rotating captain choices.

      1. Spartac Mac
        • 7 Years
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        *Thought

  9. barracuda
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    Jeez there are many inoffensive words banned.. First time I am checking this out.

    1. Bun Rab
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      Like highlighting a dictionary. Dick dick dick dictionary.

    2. barracuda
      • 7 Years
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      Waxys in capitals was also in the group 🙂

    3. TorresMagic™
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      Plenty of other places to use them.

      1. Team Cruel
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        Like? Mods forum?

        1. TorresMagic™
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          Mark's the worst.

  10. That Was Easy!
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    Considering Dann > Jones. I thought CPL would be more resilient but I suppose not.

    I don't really like having to play Mee against WBA after seeing they've not kept a cleanie for 6 games straight against WBA.

  11. Bored Bear
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    Just a bit of imaginary wildcard messing about with BOU, SOU, HUD. which would you rather have?

    (a) Begovic Bertrand Lowe
    (b) Lossi Yoshi Ake

    1. Bun Rab
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      A i say.

    2. Turbolag
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      B, but I'm not a fan of either keeper.

      1. Bored Bear
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        Lossi got huge bps somehow. Begovic did well a couple of seasons ago. I'm not sure about Foster. I remember he got 10 points first game last season and then basically nowt.

    3. Buck The Trent
      • 12 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      A

  12. TaiwanHC
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    Play Mee or Dawson (have Rodriguez playing)?

    1. Buck The Trent
      • 12 Years
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      Mer

    2. Bun Rab
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      Play Mee, PLAY MEE!

    3. Bored Bear
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      Mee

  13. Torreslove
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    Is there a website where I can see the number of times a player played in a certain position??

    For example, if I wanted to know how many times Sanchez played as a forward vs how many times he was a mid, where would I go to find this info?

    Thanks!

    1. Turbolag
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      You can do that on WhoScored,

      1. Torreslove
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        Ta, will check it out

    2. Mark
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      That's what we're going to add soon. Definitely on my wishlist.

      1. Torreslove
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        In the meantime, is there some other place you know of?

        1. Mark
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          Yeah, see comment above - I think Whoscored list it on their player profiles.

      2. Numb
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        That would be good actually.

  14. Buck The Trent
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    Who eould you bench ?

    A Arsu (hud)
    B Lowe ( NEW)
    C TAA

    1. Bun Rab
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      A but none really.

    2. That Was Easy!
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      TAA, I see goals in that game.

    3. Gamoriola of the Galaxy (Eu…
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      c for me.

    4. Bored Bear
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      A

    5. Sonny “The Hitman&rdq…
      • 7 Years
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      C

  15. PDM TOP 1,000 any Season Le…
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    Enjoyed the scoutcast as usual .

    Great to see the return of Granville !!

  16. Colonel Shoe 肝池
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    whats the stuff about price changes and free hit chip?

    surely it just -4 points back, no?

    1. Now I'm Panicking
      • 9 Years
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      No

    2. Coaly
      • 11 Years
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      Read the rules

      1. Colonel Shoe 肝池
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        i have, i dont understand

    3. Wild Rover
      • 13 Years
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      Free hit chip is basically a wc that reverts back to your original team the following week 🙂

      1. Colonel Shoe 肝池
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        wow, it does not explain that well in the rules at all...........

        so if you had a random dgw, but your team was actually sound for games before and after, you could use it just to optimise for that week?

        1. Wild Rover
          • 13 Years
          6 years, 8 months ago

          Exactly, or to give yourself a decent team during a big blank week

          1. Colonel Shoe 肝池
            • 12 Years
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            hmmmm seems well better than all out attack

  17. Mr_Barbs
    • 6 Years
    6 years, 8 months ago

    De Gea
    Davies, Daniels, Stephens
    KDB, Willian, Mhiki, Fraser
    Jesus, Firmino, Kane

    Elliot, Zanka, Carrol, Long

    Gtg?
    Would you play Zanka over one of Daniels, Fraser or Willian?

    1. Turbolag
      • 7 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      Nah

    2. Annie
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      Looks good to go, Jesus (c)?
      No, but in order I'd play him over Wilian first, then Fraser and Daniels.

      1. Mr_Barbs
        • 6 Years
        6 years, 8 months ago

        Thanks! Tough one, thinking Jesus or kane. Swaying towards Kane at the moment, Everton defensively could do well.

    3. Gamoriola of the Galaxy (Eu…
      • 11 Years
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      GTG as is.

    4. Bored Bear
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      No

    5. Mr_Barbs
      • 6 Years
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      Thanks all!

  18. The Pep Revolution
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    What are your thoughts on City trying to sign johny evans? Would he be a good addition or is it a poor signing?

    1. Numb
      • 9 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      Probably would be their best CB apart from Kompany. Been very good at WBA. Only problem is, like Kompany, he is also injury prone.

    2. Netley Lucas
      • 8 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      Fine cb, thing is him & Vinny get crocked, back to the disaster that's Otamendi & Stones. They need 2 more cb's really

    3. Bored Bear
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      Good signing. Pep needs more players who get injured easily - helps with rotation.

    4. Turbolag
      • 7 Years
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      If you want to play 3ATB, you need CB depth.

    5. Odikostar
      • 9 Years
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      Decent backup

    6. Ógie
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      • 11 Years
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      Maybe they need him to show the rest of the money grabbing mercenary's what a well grounded professional footballer is.

  19. ThisPostsOnFire
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    Opinions on this;

    DDG (Elliot)

    B.Davies, Cedric, Dawson, Mee (Mbemba)

    Eriksen, Salah, Pogba, Willian (Carroll)

    Kane, Lukaku (Quaner)

    1. That Was Easy!
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      • 9 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      Looks wonderful, nice!

    2. FantasyNik123
      • 10 Years
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      Looking good. Maybe some Man City cover in the future?

  20. That Was Easy!
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    6 years, 8 months ago

    Surely save?

    Foster
    Mee, Stephens, Bertrand
    KDB, Salah (vc), Willian, Phillips
    Kane, Lukaku (C), Gabbi

    Only moves I'm considering:
    A) Mee > Jones
    B) Willian > Rambo

    1. FantasyNik123
      • 10 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      Good. DOn't need to make those moves just yet, maybe Willian out next week.

    2. Gamoriola of the Galaxy (Eu…
      • 11 Years
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      I might have done Gabbi to Mounie for the rise, but now I would just leave it.

    3. SADIO SANÉ
      • 8 Years
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      yes save

  21. AceDeuce
    • 8 Years
    6 years, 8 months ago

    Best 5.5 or less replacement for Zaha?
    Thanks!

    1. That Was Easy!
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      • 9 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      Fraser or JWP.

    2. FantasyNik123
      • 10 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      Pascal Gross from Brighton.

    3. Now I'm Panicking
      • 9 Years
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      All crap mate

    4. AceDeuce
      • 8 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      Thanks

  22. Junior ⚽
    • 8 Years
    6 years, 8 months ago

    Should I bench Dann?
    Stephens - Kompany - Mee

    1. That Was Easy!
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      • 9 Years
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      I'm benching Dann for Mee, however Dann could pop one against Pool's crummy set piece defending.

    2. Mark
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      I'd say so. I am but nervous he'll expose the Liverpool set-piece underbelly.

      1. Junior ⚽
        • 8 Years
        6 years, 8 months ago

        Going to put him Sub 1. Starting RLC too in the hope of another Liverpool calamity performance at the back.

        1. I Member
          • 8 Years
          6 years, 8 months ago

          Think I'd start Dann over Loftus-Cheek.

      2. That Was Easy!
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        • 9 Years
        6 years, 8 months ago

        What do you think about WBA/Burnley this week, Mark? I am not sure I want defenders from both teams, is Dann > Jones a worthy transfer? Reluctant to give up the ability to have 2 next week.

    3. VFORVANDETA
      • 7 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      Dann

    4. FPL Virgin
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      • 7 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      I would start Dann. His set piece threat stats are scary and Liverpool can't defend.

      1. Junior ⚽
        • 8 Years
        6 years, 8 months ago

        I want to start him too but I prefer Mee's chances for a clean, could bench RLC for him too.

        1. That Was Easy!
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          • 9 Years
          6 years, 8 months ago

          Stuck in the same position. Burnley haven't kept a CS in 6 against WBA, which doesn't give me much hope. However a Dann goal is less likely than a Burnley CS.

        2. FPL Virgin
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          • 7 Years
          6 years, 8 months ago

          Burnley are vulnerable to set pieces and they play the set piece kings. Play Dann.

          1. Sterling is £11Mill..…
            • 7 Years
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            Benteke captain is where it's at

  23. d1sable
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    Bedtime listening here i come

    1. Junior ⚽
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      6 years, 8 months ago

      Have to listen to your podcast soon.

      1. d1sable
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        Just finished number 5 tonight. Let us know what u think?

        1. Junior ⚽
          • 8 Years
          6 years, 8 months ago

          Will do, loved all the previous ones. On the Sky topic, are you riding Zaha to the overhaul or looking at anyone? No one really appeals to me apart from Arter who I saw did quite well.

          1. d1sable
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            Yeh 5 bns points!

            Ramsey or no one probably. Still not sure yet. Discuss zaha on the pod!

            1. Junior ⚽
              • 8 Years
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              Great I'll have a listen soon.

    2. PDM TOP 1,000 any Season Le…
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      WTG on treble SOT defence 😉

      1. d1sable
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        Hah cheers.

        If only i had stuck with lukaku and as capt id have had a monster score

    3. FPL Virgin
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      • 7 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      Why weren't you on this week's show?! I was looking forward to you talking us through your maverick team.

      1. d1sable
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        6 years, 8 months ago

        Think its a rotation thing. Hopefully my team will smash it this week and i can talk u through it next week!

        1. FPL Virgin
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          • 7 Years
          6 years, 8 months ago

          Such a bold, jaw dropping team.

          1. d1sable
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            6 years, 8 months ago

            I like to reduce ff to simplicities as best i can. I think saints will keep a fair few cs and they are good value. I think city will score alot. I decided to back those "theories". Could go well, could go tits up but i like highs and lows rather than minor movement in rank. Last season i stayed same rank no matter what until i went a bit maverick last 3 weeks and jumped over 100k

            1. FPL Virgin
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              • 7 Years
              6 years, 8 months ago

              City will win some games 6-0 plus. Very clever to triple up on their attackers.

    4. Gamoriola of the Galaxy (Eu…
      • 11 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      I do this all the time. Not because it's boring, but because it's strangely soothing.

      1. d1sable
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        6 years, 8 months ago

        Yeah but then i listen to whole hour and dont sleep lol

        1. Gamoriola of the Galaxy (Eu…
          • 11 Years
          6 years, 8 months ago

          I usually get through until fantasy island risk and that's about where I fade out. 😉

          1. Mark
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            • 17 Years
            6 years, 8 months ago

            TBF you've done well by that point!

  24. GREENDREAMS11
    • 14 Years
    6 years, 8 months ago

    Is Eriksen, Alli & Son too much?

    1. That Was Easy!
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      • 9 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      Yes, I'd rather have a defender from Spurs.

      1. GREENDREAMS11
        • 14 Years
        6 years, 8 months ago

        ok cheers Sanchez

    2. Gamoriola of the Galaxy (Eu…
      • 11 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      To the tune of one Son.

  25. Now I'm Panicking
    • 9 Years
    6 years, 8 months ago

    Benteke to Mounie this week to potentailly fund Lacazette to Kane for GW3?

    1. Wild Rover
      • 13 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      Rookie mistake by me already having Mounie 😉

      1. FPL Virgin
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        • 7 Years
        6 years, 8 months ago

        You have Mounie, W.R.? Bloody hell, why didn't you mention it?

        1. Wild Rover
          • 13 Years
          6 years, 8 months ago

          Modesty prevents me boasting. id 66

      2. Now I'm Panicking
        • 9 Years
        6 years, 8 months ago

        Very wise - unlike my spread bet on Blackburn doing well this season 🙁

        1. Wild Rover
          • 13 Years
          6 years, 8 months ago

          Ouch

        2. HamezMace
          • 9 Years
          6 years, 8 months ago

          It takes a special team to be lower down in the league than Northampton!

    2. Totti
      • 7 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      yes

    3. barracuda
      • 7 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      Your pictures are getting better and better Jarvo.

    4. Junior ⚽
      • 8 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      Liverpool defence!

      1. Sterling is £11Mill..…
        • 7 Years
        6 years, 8 months ago

        Score more then they prevent

    5. Flaming Flamingo
      • 7 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      Not for me

    6. Klopptomist Scott Jelly
      • 6 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      I'd wait till after the Liverpool match to be honest...

      1. Now I'm Panicking
        • 9 Years
        6 years, 8 months ago

        Won't be able to potentially afford Lacazette to Kane GW3 though if I wait 🙁

  26. HamezMace
    • 9 Years
    6 years, 8 months ago

    Why isn't Zaha flagged on FPL?

    1. FantasyNik123
      • 10 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      No official word from Crystal Palace.

      1. HamezMace
        • 9 Years
        6 years, 8 months ago

        Anyone remember the flagging drama with Hazard last year should know that 'official word' from the club isn't the prerequisite

        1. Mark
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • Has Moderation Rights
          • 17 Years
          6 years, 8 months ago

          Zaha is flagged - as a doubt pending official confirmation. Just like Hazard was when he got the knock for Belgium. The Zaha situation is all a bit mysterious given that Palace apparently said it was a precaution on Monday. Palace presser is on at midday tomorrow I think.

          1. Odikostar
            • 9 Years
            6 years, 8 months ago

            They are waiting for him to drop first

          2. HamezMace
            • 9 Years
            6 years, 8 months ago

            Apologies, for some reason my FPL page hadn't updated on the transfer page.
            Very confusing, sky, and guardian reporting 4 weeks out, palace saying nothing, worried tomorrow's press conference is too late for the price drop?

    2. Netley Lucas
      • 8 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      He is flagged - Knee injury - 75% chance of playing

      1. HamezMace
        • 9 Years
        6 years, 8 months ago

        Apologies, just doubled checked, and now showing as flagged, thanks Netley

  27. FantasyNik123
    • 10 Years
    6 years, 8 months ago

    Calling it right now that KDB explodes for 10+ points this week against Everton. Man City are too dangerous at home and can see him getting a goal and an assist.

    1. Netley Lucas
      • 8 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      Have an upvote

      1. Harper (No more Penandes)
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 8 Years
        6 years, 8 months ago

        Have an upvote

        1. Junior ⚽
          • 8 Years
          6 years, 8 months ago

          And another

        2. Netley Lucas
          • 8 Years
          6 years, 8 months ago

          Oh go on, you have 1 too

    2. IRBOX ⚽
      • 7 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      Sneaky Everton win 1-0

  28. Totti
    • 7 Years
    6 years, 8 months ago

    any news that mané is injuried and might not to play?

    1. Netley Lucas
      • 8 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      This is the latest rumour,

      https://twitter.com/AnfieldHQ/status/898295211750637568

      1. Mark
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • Has Moderation Rights
        • 17 Years
        6 years, 8 months ago

        There seems to be a Mane rumour every week. Why always him?

        1. Malcolm Tucker for England …
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 13 Years
          6 years, 8 months ago

          He's the Balotelli replacement 'pool wanted?

        2. Netley Lucas
          • 8 Years
          6 years, 8 months ago

          I guess with Phil probably going he's clearly their best player now so folk get twitchy

      2. Totti
        • 7 Years
        6 years, 8 months ago

        ok thanks 🙂

    2. Turbolag
      • 7 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      On the contrary actually.
      https://twitter.com/AnfieldHQ/status/898295211750637568

      1. Totti
        • 7 Years
        6 years, 8 months ago

        thanks alot 😉

  29. FPLHaggis
    • 9 Years
    6 years, 8 months ago

    Missed the new post.

    Is the general consensus that pre-GW8 (2nd International Break) is the best time to WC?

    The fixtures improve significantly around that point for Bournemouth (GW6 through GW16), Chelsea (GW8-GW21), Everton (GW6-GW15), Leicester (GW6-GW18), Man City (GW8-GW15) and West Ham (GW7-GW13).

    Additionally, one would expect goals, if not results, for Arsenal and Tottenham through the same period.

    1. FantasyNik123
      • 10 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      Yes yes yes. That's what most ppl are saying.

    2. Gamoriola of the Galaxy (Eu…
      • 11 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      Seems a sensible time, all other things being equal, but I reckon the consensus is that you WC when your team needs it.

    3. HamezMace
      • 9 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      There are many acceptable WC tactics, during international game weeks is one.
      Prior to fixture double ups also popular.
      Saving for when you need it...injuries and suspensions is another.

    4. Page 302
      • 8 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      WC pre-GW8 was my plan before the season started, but there's also an argument to do it pre-GW4. Generally, I would wildcard as soon as I feel that I have sufficient new information about captain options, cheap fillers, etc., to build a better squad than my current one.

    5. shearer9
      • 7 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      Is the international break during GW8 or before?

  30. Harper (No more Penandes)
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 8 Years
    6 years, 8 months ago

    Oh man if Zaha somehow ends up playing after I took him out I don't know who I should be mad at.

    1. Harper (No more Penandes)
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 8 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      And now bottom of the page, what did I do wrong in a past life

    2. FPL Virgin
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 7 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      Jonty. He quoted the Guardian article which made me transfer him out.

      1. Harper (No more Penandes)
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 8 Years
        6 years, 8 months ago

        Curse you Jonty!

    3. Cathal Cantona
      • 14 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      wHAT IS THE LATEST ON HIS INJURY?

      1. Harper (No more Penandes)
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 8 Years
        6 years, 8 months ago

        oUT FOR 4 WEEKS APPARENTLY MATE