Scout Squad

The Scout Squad – Gameweek 5

Our esteemed panel of Fantasy Football Scout regulars and Hall of Fame #1 Peter Kouwenberg have been taking a bit of a Scout Squad beating this season.

They’re now turning to some big-ticket players to reverse their fortunes, with star names from Spurs, both Manchester clubs and Liverpool among their budget-busting suggestions this week.

But they know the numbers, and that means there’s plenty of cheap options they’ll be hoping will make them cheerful as well, with a lot of love for Newcastle United keeper Rob Elliot in particular.

But Mark’s new-found taste for stirring the pot promises all manner of bickering, and Liverpool tyro Trent Alexander-Arnold is likely to be a major flash point, although he has an ally in Peter for that particular battle.

We’ll be back with the gory details of their deliberations before Gameweek 5’s Friday night kick-off, but here’s a look at their thoughts in the meantime.

PaulJontyMarkPeter
GoalkeepersBen FosterRob ElliotRob ElliotRob Elliot
Rob ElliotSimon MignoletSimon MignoletFraser Forster
Asmir BegovicKasper SchmeichelAsmir BegovicWayne Hennessey
DefendersBen DaviesBen DaviesBen DaviesBen Davies
Marcos AlonsoMarcos AlonsoCharlie DanielsJamaal Lascelles
Antonio ValenciaPhil JonesTrent Alexander-ArnoldTrent Alexander-Arnold
Charlie DanielsCharlie DanielsPhil JonesScott Dann
Scott DannJamaal LascellesCraig DawsonBenjamin Mendy
MidfieldersChristian EriksenChristian EriksenDele AlliChristian Eriksen
Mo SalahEden HazardMo SalahMo Salah
Kevin De BruyneMo SalahHenrikh MkhitaryanMichail Antonio
Tom InceMichail AntonioDavid SilvaMatt Ritchie
Eric Choupo-MotingMatt RitchieMichail AntonioPascal Gross
ForwardsHarry KaneHarry KaneHarry KaneHarry Kane
Romelu LukakuRoberto FirminoRomelu LukakuRoberto Firmino
Gabriel JesusRomelu LukakuGabriel JesusGabriel Jesus
Roberto FirminoGabriel JesusRoberto FirminoMarcus Rashford
JoseluAlvaro MorataJosh KingSteve Mounie

Paul says…

Manchester City and United, along with Spurs and Liverpool, play a big part in my thinking – the four teams supply a combined nine of the 15 players.

I’ve opted for a handful of differentials based on recent statistics.

Palace’s Scott Dann had four efforts in the box last weekend and hosts a Southampton side that have conceded more aerial attempts than any other. That could allow Dann (and team-mate Christian Benteke) the chance to profit as the Eagles look to regroup after the departure of Frank de Boer.

Huddersfield’s Tom Ince is ranked third top among FPL midfielders for attempts on goal over the first four Gameweeks. The winger fired six efforts in Monday’s loss at West Ham and now entertains a Leicester City outfit that has conceded a chance every 5.4 minutes – only two sides boast inferior records.

Joselu and Eric Choupo-Moting go head-to-head at St James’ Park, with both looking in fine form following summer moves to Newcastle and Stoke City respectively.

No player in the Premier League has registered more shots on target than Joselu’s nine this season. That’s all the more impressive when you consider he didn’t make his debut until Gameweek 2 as a second-half sub away to Huddersfield.

And Choupo-Moting’s statistics suggest that his double against United may be a sign of what’s to come. Since making his first start for the Potters in Gameweek 2, only Harry Kane and Romelu Lukaku have produced more shots inside the box than the Cameroon international’s nine.

Mark says…

I stirred the hornet’s nest in the ScoutCast and I’m doing it again with my squad. I’m just a rabble rouser these days.

For starters, I’m firmly backing Dele Alli over Christian Eriksen.

The Dane will surely be the more weary of the two heading into Saturday’s meeting, with Alli suspended from tonight’s game.

On top of that, Alli has offered the greater goal threat (7 shots v 4) and matched Eriksen for chances created with six apiece in home matches. I fail to see an advantage for the Dane going into the Swansea clash.

Elsewhere, I’ve also stuck to my guns with the selection of Rob Elliot in goal and Trent Alexander-Arnold in defence.

At just 4.0, I don’t see a case to overlook the Magpies stopper. The Newcastle defence can be backed against Stoke and Elliot has shown that he has an advantage when it comes to the Bonus Points System.

As for Alexander-Arnold, he sat out the European tie with Sevilla and I believe that’s with a start against Burnley in mind.

Jurgen Klopp likes his full-backs to attack, particularly down the right with Mohamed Salah tucked inside. Last season Nathaniel Clyne received more passes in the attacking third than any other full-back – although you’d hardly know it as Clyne only mustered two assists.

Alexander-Arnold has more about him in attacking areas.

I think he will be preferred over Joe Gomez in matches against teams that need breaking down and Burnley at Anfield fits that profile exactly.

With corners and direct free-kicks in his armoury and a price tag of 4.5, resistance is surely futile, although I’m bound to face another round of it come Friday’s Scout Picks.

Jonty says…

Our 83 million budget will be severely tested this week, with heavy hitters among the ranks of Spurs, Chelsea and both Manchester clubs all having strong fixtures.

As a result, I’ve opted for a sprinkling of budget options to help accommodate as many premium picks as we can.

Among the pricey options, Spurs’ talisman and current captain poll leader Harry Kane looks a shoo-in.

His brace last weekend at Goodison Park and a home tie against a Swansea side with a dire record this campaign in terms of conceding chances and shots in the box just cannot be ignored.

I’d also like to see his team-mate Christian Eriksen, who also scored against Everton and has only failed to deliver returns once this season, involved.

FPL’s top points scorer Ben Davies is another essential pick for me. He has two double-digit scores out of four and offers great value at 5.7.

Romelu Lukaku, with attacking returns in three out of four, is up against former club Everton at Old Trafford and is another I fancy to prosper, as is a City attacker, away to a Watford side they demolished 5-0 at Vicarage Road last season.

Gabriel Jesus is my favoured Sky Blues option – he’s scored three in his last two.

The Gunners have shipped 13 goals in their last four league trips to Stamford Bridge, which makes Chelsea representation key for me.

Of the three Blues candidates I’ve put forward, I’ll be particularly keen to see Eden Hazard included as he’s scored in three of his last four home matches against Arsene Wenger’s troops.

My cast of cheap enablers is dominated by Newcastle assets, including stopper Rob Elliot and set-piece specialist Matt Ritchie.

The Geordies host a Stoke side that has only mustered three shots on target in their two away run-outs.

At 4.9, Bournemouth’s attack-minded defender Charlie Daniels looks another excellent value selection. He’s at home to a Brighton side that have the joint-worst tally of close range shots conceded this season.

Peter says…

Having championed Sadio Mane and Paul Pogba in last week’s picks (both now dead wood in my post-Wildcard team), plus Tom Heaton, I’m wary of cursing any more of my own players this week, particularly writing this with European fixtures ongoing.

But Spurs and Liverpool are the obvious triple-ups, with both sides more than capable of serving up a goal fest and their respective opponents, Swansea and Burnley, vulnerable enough to play their part.

Harry Kane, Christian Eriksen and Ben Davies are no brainers, with Roberto Firmino, Mohamed Salah and (subject to Champions League exertions) Trent Alexander-Arnold my Anfield aces.

Apparently, it is madness to do the same thing repeatedly and expect different results and my Hornet-happy mates have been quick to point out my unsuccessful backing of Watford’s opponents.

Nonetheless, I’m backing Manchester City to keep doing what they do at Vicarage Road and am turning to Gabriel Jesus and, after being impressed with his attacking intent, Benjamin Mendy for my final premium-rate players before the bargain hunt.

Newcastle, West Ham and Brighton all have inexpensive midfielders who have – albeit sporadically – impressed, so Matt Ritchie, Michail Antonio and Pascal Groß complete a modest midfield.

Newcastle also offer the potential of cheap clean sheet points through Rob Elliot and Jamaal Lascelles.

The Community Champion

Representing the Community against the Scouts in Gameweek will be Graeme Sumner, aka Gregor. He is expected to provide a stern test as he is in our Career Hall Top 5 and finished in 29th spot overall last season.

The community champion who has the best lead over the Scouts during 2017/18 will win a £100 Amazon voucher (currently we can only offer Amazon.co.uk or Amazon.com vouchers).

Gameweek 4’s champion Darth_Krid defeated the Scouts by 36 to 33. But the manager to beat remains Malcolm Tucker for England Manager, who won by a 29-point margin in Gameweek 3.

5,344 Comments Post a Comment
  1. Bat Man
    • 7 Years
    7 years, 1 month ago

    Is taking a -4 hit to go Bertrand/Forster -> Davies/Krul advisable? Would play Elliot in goal up until the next international break when I plan to WC. Don't like taking hits for defenders, but Davies looks on fire and has much better fixtures than SOU. Reasonable, or too knee-jerky?

    1. Poison Apple
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 11 Years
      7 years, 1 month ago

      Wouldnt double up on saints defence

    2. Manumana
      • 8 Years
      7 years, 1 month ago

      Do it

      1. Bat Man
        • 7 Years
        7 years, 1 month ago

        Cheers thanks. Spurs clean sheet and Palace scoring will make this move worthwhile, I can see that happening esp with the change in management at Palace.

  2. Poison Apple
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 11 Years
    7 years, 1 month ago

    Different crowd different opinions. Help please

    XXX XXX XXX Kola Davies
    Moting mkh XXX Atsu Carroll
    Kane Morata XXX

    A. Salah Jesus luiz naughton simpsons
    B. Alli firmino Alonso naughton simpsons
    C. Alli firmino Mendy luiz Mbemba

    1. Bat Man
      • 7 Years
      7 years, 1 month ago

      C looks good to me. Think Spurs will continue to look better and better, making Alli a v good pick. Simpson a good pick in other options, but realistically as a fifth defender Mbemba is more than fine if you already have Mendy, Luiz, Kola Davies. I am trying to bring in Mendy when I play my WC as well, can see him really flourishing in Pep's system.

      1. Poison Apple
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 11 Years
        7 years, 1 month ago

        Thanks. Was really choosing between A and C. Can really see jesus getting goals even if his minutes are limited. Guess thats whats holding me back

    2. Yank Revolution
      • 13 Years
      7 years, 1 month ago

      C, but Id upgrade Moting Atsu and or Carroll to someone better (Ramsey?) and downgrade Luiz.

      1. Poison Apple
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 11 Years
        7 years, 1 month ago

        Not much options at 7m for the mids assuming luiz goes to a 4.5

        Carroll just a 5th mf. Not expecting much from that guy

    3. Torreslove
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      7 years, 1 month ago

      A > C > B imo. but better options than luiz out there.

    4. Pjanić At The Disco
      • 7 Years
      7 years, 1 month ago

      C

  3. MOZIL
    • 8 Years
    7 years, 1 month ago

    Stones, Otamendi, or Danilo???

    1. Poison Apple
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 11 Years
      7 years, 1 month ago

      Stones if kompany is out

    2. Speédy
      • 8 Years
      7 years, 1 month ago

      Stones imo,nailed (dare I say nailed for a Pep player) with Kompany injured. Also been scoring some goals lately.

    3. banskt
      • 11 Years
      7 years, 1 month ago

      Otamendi is the most nailed. But I would pick Danilo of the 3, though he will not play as full back when Mendy is available.

  4. Foozeball
    • 7 Years
    7 years, 1 month ago

    How much do you think the loss of Pogba will impact United's attack? He's been a key part of their buildup play, although they did seem to do fine against Basel

    1. That Was Easy!
      • 10 Years
      7 years, 1 month ago

      I think it will affect them, and the overall mindset will shift. There won't be the "let the horses run" mentality without him. that said, Lukaku will tick along.

      1. Foozeball
        • 7 Years
        7 years, 1 month ago

        If that's the case, wouldn't a more conservative style of play negatively impact Mkhi's production?

        1. That Was Easy!
          • 10 Years
          7 years, 1 month ago

          I believe so, I just don't think Mkhi is going to keep up anywhere near his production. Triggerlips has posted some comments that leads me to that conclusion.

          1. Torreslove
            • Fantasy Football Scout Member
            • 13 Years
            7 years, 1 month ago

            the story would be different if he had put his chances away today. too soon to tell

    2. G-Whizz
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • Has Moderation Rights
      • 7 Years
      7 years, 1 month ago

      It won't, they'll still roll Everton over and tickle their belly while they're doing it...

    3. bigbudgie
      • 10 Years
      7 years, 1 month ago

      Don't think it'll effect much.Herrera is an able deputy, Fellani can come in and do a job as well. Obviously different dynamics to having Pogba but there is still enough creativity there.

  5. minges
    • 13 Years
    7 years, 1 month ago

    DDG / Elliot
    Cedric Kolas Zanka Dawson / 4.0
    Salah Eriksen Chupo Pogba* / Carroll
    Lukaku Kane / Quaner

    1.0 ITB 0FT

    I can take 0.1 drop on Pogba... considering using free hit to Mhk or Silva and save -4 and transfer him next week... crazy?

    1. Rash
      • 7 Years
      7 years, 1 month ago

      Waste of a free hit imo for sake of -4

      1. Nidhalho
        • 7 Years
        7 years, 1 month ago

        People are too scared of hits, go for it man don't waste your chips

        1. We Will Klopp you
          • 8 Years
          7 years, 1 month ago

          A free hit is not one hit free, please don't make that mistake! It's basically a wildcard that lasts for just the gameweek, you go back to your original squad as soon as the gameweek is up and they are still affected by price rises and falls

  6. foreverton
    • 11 Years
    7 years, 1 month ago

    Guys does Pereyra returning affect Richarlison?

  7. That Was Easy!
    • 10 Years
    7 years, 1 month ago

    Final decision on my WC:

    A) Kolasinac, D.Silva, Vardy

    B) Cedric, Ritchie, Lukaku

    Rest of team:

    Elliot, Krul
    Mendy, Davies, Jones, ( ), Hunemeier
    Eriksen, Salah, ( ), Chalobah, Carroll
    Kane, Firmino, ( )

    1. Poison Apple
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 11 Years
      7 years, 1 month ago

      A but mkh instead of silva

      1. That Was Easy!
        • 10 Years
        7 years, 1 month ago

        If I could afford, I would. Cheers.

    2. Torreslove
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      7 years, 1 month ago

      no other option than silva in option A?

      1. That Was Easy!
        • 10 Years
        7 years, 1 month ago

        Could be anyone 8.1 and under, Antonio the other option. Can't afford mkhy

        1. Torreslove
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 13 Years
          7 years, 1 month ago

          Then Jesus/Morata intead of Vardy and go for someone better than Silva. Kola is a season keeper imo. Silva will get rotated or will disappear like against pool.

          1. Torreslove
            • Fantasy Football Scout Member
            • 13 Years
            7 years, 1 month ago

            sorry! got the 2 options confused. lets try this again. Ramsey a good shout under 8

    3. minges
      • 13 Years
      7 years, 1 month ago

      Kane Firmino and Lukaku frontline looks epic!

      looks like you will go between 343 and 433 depending on fixtures?

      1. That Was Easy!
        • 10 Years
        7 years, 1 month ago

        That's the frontline I had prior to the WC! I convinced myself Lukaku will not be as good value as Firmino/Vardy, and I want to stick to that notion. Will likely play a 4-3-3 every week, although if there's a terrible fixture, I can throw Chalobah or Carroll in there.

        1. minges
          • 13 Years
          7 years, 1 month ago

          Nice. I do like the comment above about Morata instead of Lukaku if you want value for money. Could be something to think about to free up funds for any other upgrades

          1. That Was Easy!
            • 10 Years
            7 years, 1 month ago

            Let me check out how that would look, cheers!

    4. TallestJohn
      • 7 Years
      7 years, 1 month ago

      Definitely A

    5. AndrewTavey
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 9 Years
      7 years, 1 month ago

      A, really liking Vardy as an option.

  8. Torreslove
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 13 Years
    7 years, 1 month ago

    Foster,
    Kola, mendy, Jones, Bavies
    Mkhi, alli, XXXX
    Kane, Jesus, firmino

    Myhill, RLC,TC,hunemeier

    Ritchie or Choupa-Moting for the final midfield spot?

    1. Bat Man
      • 7 Years
      7 years, 1 month ago

      Ritchie the safer pick. CM could be good, but their fixtures are not great, are you prepared to be patient if he blanks next 2-3 gameweeks? If the answer is no, Ritchie could be easier.

    2. That Was Easy!
      • 10 Years
      7 years, 1 month ago

      Ritchie for me, think with him you can keep him in long-term and he'll tick along.

  9. Pierce34
    • 9 Years
    7 years, 1 month ago

    Opinions on how likely Jesus and Alexander-Arnold are to start this GW?

    1. AndrewTavey
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 9 Years
      7 years, 1 month ago

      I reckon both will start.

      1. Pierce34
        • 9 Years
        7 years, 1 month ago

        Thanks, was really disappointed to see Aguero subbed early tonight and Jesus given the full 90.

    2. That Was Easy!
      • 10 Years
      7 years, 1 month ago

      Both will start, Jesus off at halftime if up by 2, if not, probably off around 60.

  10. AndrewTavey
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 9 Years
    7 years, 1 month ago

    A) Hazard / Bertrand
    B) Salah / Mendy

    I was Mendy and I want Hazard. Can only have one. Not sure i can pass up on Hazard with his 2.5% ownership but B does sound like an all round better option. (I already have Firmino).

    Heart says A, Head says B

    1. That Was Easy!
      • 10 Years
      7 years, 1 month ago

      I like B, Mendy looked very good today, we gotta see how Hazard is, and I think he's a GW8 target.

      1. AndrewTavey
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 9 Years
        7 years, 1 month ago

        Yeah, i think you're right. It's probably too early for Hazard.

        I'm thinking alternatively of going

        Bertrand -> Mendy
        Fuchs -> 4.5
        Hart/Foster -> Krul

        1. Pierce34
          • 9 Years
          7 years, 1 month ago

          You have both Hart and Foster? And you're thinking of getting Krul for one of them, instead of Elliot?

          1. AndrewTavey
            • Fantasy Football Scout Member
            • 9 Years
            7 years, 1 month ago

            I'm currently on a wildcard. I have elliot and Hart(but was considering foster). Now considering just going with Elliot and Krul.

  11. The Overthinker
    • 7 Years
    7 years, 1 month ago

    Is it fine to go without Liverpool mid for the next 3-4 weeks?

    1. That Was Easy!
      • 10 Years
      7 years, 1 month ago

      If you have Firmino, sure.

      1. The Overthinker
        • 7 Years
        7 years, 1 month ago

        Don't own firmino.
        Thinking to go double spurs in mid

    2. AndrewTavey
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 9 Years
      7 years, 1 month ago

      Hard to say because we haven't seen them without Mane yet. Last season, they were nowhere near at the same level without him but I'm personally going with Firmino just to be safe.

      1. That Was Easy!
        • 10 Years
        7 years, 1 month ago

        Last season, though, they didn't have Salah, and I think he is capable of picking up some Mane slack.

    3. TallestJohn
      • 7 Years
      7 years, 1 month ago

      You'll survive if you've got Spurs and Man City and your other players do well, but I think Salah will do well and his pace will be important to them with Firmino out.

      1. That Was Easy!
        • 10 Years
        7 years, 1 month ago

        Mane*

      2. Greenbackbøøg…
        • 10 Years
        7 years, 1 month ago

        You mean with mane out?

      3. TallestJohn
        • 7 Years
        7 years, 1 month ago

        Mane out, of course.

        It's 3AM, time for bed.

      4. The Overthinker
        • 7 Years
        7 years, 1 month ago

        I wanna go double spurs , for that I gotta bring in Alli for mane

        1. TallestJohn
          • 7 Years
          7 years, 1 month ago

          Mane to Alli is a good move.

          The only thing that might be a bit much would be Alli, Eriksen and Kane all in the same team. They'll all get points but I'd rather get Salah and use one Spurs spot in defence.

          1. The Overthinker
            • 7 Years
            7 years, 1 month ago

            Who said I have Kane ? 😀
            I have a. Spurs defender in bavies

            1. TallestJohn
              • 7 Years
              7 years, 1 month ago

              Yikes. Could work out for you but Kane captain could be punishing.

              Who do you have up front? My guess now is Morata, Jesus, Vardy.

              Personally I daren't go without Kane (helps that I held him through August) and I'd have at least one of Salah/Firmino.

              1. The Overthinker
                • 7 Years
                7 years, 1 month ago

                Jesus and lukaku.
                I have a solid defence. Can play 5 at the back too if the 5th defender has a good fixture 😀

    4. Yank Revolution
      • 13 Years
      7 years, 1 month ago

      Do you have Firmino?

      1. The Overthinker
        • 7 Years
        7 years, 1 month ago

        No

        1. Yank Revolution
          • 13 Years
          7 years, 1 month ago

          I see you replied above...sorry for the spam.

          I think you need either one of Firmino/Salah, and possibly Coutinho if he plays well from the jump.

          1. The Overthinker
            • 7 Years
            7 years, 1 month ago

            Tbh I am tempted by Salah, but then spurs have got the best 3 fixtures, and not able to play for the CL could motivate Alli to score goals.

            Though I think Salah will be crucial for them. Don't wanna jump on coutinho yey

            1. Yank Revolution
              • 13 Years
              7 years, 1 month ago

              Then Id go for Firm or Salah as your Pool cover.

              1. The Overthinker
                • 7 Years
                7 years, 1 month ago

                Cheers

            2. shortymak
              • Fantasy Football Scout Member
              • 10 Years
              7 years, 1 month ago

              Thinkin same
              Have erik davies kane dont want to lose any of them

  12. Yankee Toffee
    • 9 Years
    7 years, 1 month ago

    Is there no official UEFA Europa League fantasy game? Just this live manager game?

  13. Albrightondknight
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 9 Years
    7 years, 1 month ago

    Can't decide on this but with no City attack right now I might go A. I already have Cout.

    A. Jesus and (Simpson or even Daniels at 4.9)
    B. Firmino and Kola

    1. Steinburg FC
      • 10 Years
      7 years, 1 month ago

      b hands down

      1. Albrightondknight
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 9 Years
        7 years, 1 month ago

        K I might go Cedric > Kola rather than Mbemba > Kola and see if I can still afford Jesus with a formation change.

  14. Steinburg FC
    • 10 Years
    7 years, 1 month ago

    1)Motang + Firmino 0.4itb 2) Joselu + Salah 0.itb
    thanks

    1. Albrightondknight
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 9 Years
      7 years, 1 month ago

      Probably 1.

      1. Steinburg FC
        • 10 Years
        7 years, 1 month ago

        probably?... thanks for answering, a lot of traffic here but not many replies...

        1. Albrightondknight
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 9 Years
          7 years, 1 month ago

          I don't fancy Joselu at all so it's kinda 1 by default.

    2. AndrewTavey
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 9 Years
      7 years, 1 month ago

      I like B

  15. cylus11 ( Manager) - Russia…
    • 13 Years
    7 years, 1 month ago

    How did Coutinho play last night?

    1. Albrightondknight
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 9 Years
      7 years, 1 month ago

      Don't know did not see but he only got about 5 minutes I think.

  16. Twelve years a slave
    • 14 Years
    7 years, 1 month ago

    Mkhitaryan ExGl and EXP assist stats first four gws
    gw xgls xass
    Gw1 0.15 1.13
    Gw2 0.04 0.97
    Gw3 0.11 0.14
    Gw4 0.00 0.37

    1. Steinburg FC
      • 10 Years
      7 years, 1 month ago

      doesn't look great...

      1. Twelve years a slave
        • 14 Years
        7 years, 1 month ago

        His stats for last season
        0.18gls.... 0.24 assists

        Gw 3 and 4 this season has been very similar to his performances last season

    2. Albrightondknight
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 9 Years
      7 years, 1 month ago

      Totally overperformed. Time to cash in.

    3. That Was Easy!
      • 10 Years
      7 years, 1 month ago

      Cheers, Trig. Where do you find them stats? Also, a personal opinion from you would be delightful 🙂 WC team:

      Elliot
      Mendy, Kolasinac, Davies, Jones
      Alli, Salah, D.Silva
      Kane (C), Vardy, Firmino

      Bench: Krul; RLC, Carroll, Hunemeier

      1. Twelve years a slave
        • 14 Years
        7 years, 1 month ago

        looks good but not a Silva fan

        1. That Was Easy!
          • 10 Years
          7 years, 1 month ago

          Yeah, I'm not too confident in him either. Would you think Antonio, perhaps Pedro would be better picks?

    4. fedolefan
      • 10 Years
      7 years, 1 month ago

      You know there are a brace of assists coming against that slow Everton side right?

      1. That Was Easy!
        • 10 Years
        7 years, 1 month ago

        Gueye might have something to say to that 🙂

        1. fedolefan
          • 10 Years
          7 years, 1 month ago

          He is no Kante sadly. They are just so bad right now.

          1. Twelve years a slave
            • 14 Years
            7 years, 1 month ago

            Have Europa league too which is a bit of a worry

            1. We Will Klopp you
              • 8 Years
              7 years, 1 month ago

              Yikes, sadly not many other options in that price bracket, will hope he keeps overperforming

            2. fedolefan
              • 10 Years
              7 years, 1 month ago

              Oh yeah, forgot about the Europa league. Was mainly judging them by their performance at home against Spurs. They basically did nothing all game. Like didn't attack and couldn't defend. I just don't know what were they trying against Spurs. Feel a hammering is on the cards against United.

  17. Your Mum Zohore
    • 10 Years
    7 years, 1 month ago

    Kane's been playing week in, week out. Think he'll be rested against Swansea? Llorente to start?

    1. TallestJohn
      • 7 Years
      7 years, 1 month ago

      Can't see it, Kane's far too important. Maybe he'll come off early if they're winning.

      1. Your Mum Zohore
        • 10 Years
        7 years, 1 month ago

        And by winning you mean after Kane's hattrick? Nice!

    2. Steinburg FC
      • 10 Years
      7 years, 1 month ago

      0% chance he doesn't start but i think he will start to get subbed late on to save him

    3. G-Whizz
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • Has Moderation Rights
      • 7 Years
      7 years, 1 month ago

      Nope.

  18. Aussiemilan
    • 7 Years
    7 years, 1 month ago

    ive got kane as captain now but is it a better shout to have davies as captain against a pretty weak Swansea away from home?

    1. Steinburg FC
      • 10 Years
      7 years, 1 month ago

      Davies cap??? this is ben davies everyone. i'm a spurs fan but hes our worst player in the current first 11 he wont get anymore 14 pointers...

      1. G-Whizz
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        • 7 Years
        7 years, 1 month ago

        Absolute rubbish!

    2. osceola31909
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 12 Years
      7 years, 1 month ago

      No.

    3. G-Whizz
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
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      • 7 Years
      7 years, 1 month ago

      I'm not one to be scared of captaining defenders, did Kolasinac last week and have done Alonso before that but imo in this game you should really captain Kane...

  19. That Was Easy!
    • 10 Years
    7 years, 1 month ago

    What does you think about alternatives at or below Mkhi's price range, but not dipping into the budget options?

    Personally, I see:

    1) D.Silva: Say what you want, he's always gotten decent returns and has two strikers to finish his chances. Him being subbed off in CL indicates that he's crucial to Pep's plans in the PL, and his sole job is to create with Fernandinho and KDB behind him.

    2) Antonio: I think for most people this is a gut pick. You have all probably seen how powerful he can be, he's one of the best aerial threats in the league, and he's a very selfish player who doesn't track back much when he's given a winger role, he's a good fantasy option but perhaps overpriced by .5.

    3) Siggy: He's a fantastic player, proven FPL asset, but he's looked static in the Everton team and I don't think Everton really are worth looking at until easier games, which come soon.

    4) Ramsey: We all know how awesome it is to see Ramsey bombing forward when he's in your team and he's priced incredibly at 7.0. He could well be the value pick / pick of the Arsenal bunch.

    5) Mahrez: I think it's safe to say that Vardy is a better option if you want to attack Leicester's strong fixtures.

    6) Pedro: His fixtures aren't great right now, but he's going to produce in that Chelsea team. He was incredible last year, and really the only Chelsea MF option until Hazard returns to form. 7.9 is a great price there.

    1. Greenbackbøøg…
      • 10 Years
      7 years, 1 month ago

      Is Gundogan not a threat to D. Silva?

      1. That Was Easy!
        • 10 Years
        7 years, 1 month ago

        The forgotten man at MC, cheers. Perhaps he is, something to consider. I'm trying to find an alternative to Silva.

        1. Greenbackbøøg…
          • 10 Years
          7 years, 1 month ago

          Not much in that range, just gotta wait a few more GWs for a proper option to come out

    2. ⚽️ Dingo ⚽️
      • 8 Years
      7 years, 1 month ago

      1, 5, 3, 2, 6, 4 in that order

    3. Twelve years a slave
      • 14 Years
      7 years, 1 month ago

      No Ayew 🙁

      1. That Was Easy!
        • 10 Years
        7 years, 1 month ago

        I know you said he's nailed, but what about Arnautovic and Lanzini when they're back? Arny is a record signing.

      2. Twelve years a slave
        • 14 Years
        7 years, 1 month ago

        7) Ayew, a fantastic fantasy option at Swansea with 171 points from 2900 minutes. Could be adjusting to life at W Ham after an injury ridden start. Before this Gw had started Thirteen succesive fixtures, and was benched due to borderline fitness following a trip to Africa. Only 7M

        1. That Was Easy!
          • 10 Years
          7 years, 1 month ago

          Cheers for that, I definitely see the merit. WHU did not have Arny during those 13 fixtures. Teams rarely don't play their record signing.

          1. Twelve years a slave
            • 14 Years
            7 years, 1 month ago

            True, although Ayew was their record transfer when he signed, and he has just saved Bilic his job, while Arnie nearly cost him it

            1. That Was Easy!
              • 10 Years
              7 years, 1 month ago

              Can't argue against that, Arny is a walking injury and his temper is absurd. I hope the fix goes well for you. He seems like he'd be a good match up for WBA.

        2. That Was Easy!
          • 10 Years
          7 years, 1 month ago

          You know what, maybe I'll go Ayew too out of solidarity. 🙂 You've been my favorite poster and your blog has changed the way I see fantasy.

          1. Twelve years a slave
            • 14 Years
            7 years, 1 month ago

            I wouldnt you buying him on my account, will probably end badly, mainly bought him to free up funds for Vardy

            1. That Was Easy!
              • 10 Years
              7 years, 1 month ago

              I'm glad you're interested in Vardy as well. It feels good to have him in my team. He's easy to trust.

        3. Steinburg FC
          • 10 Years
          7 years, 1 month ago

          Carrol, chicharito, Antonio, Arnie, Lanzinie all starters but how would he fit them all together?

          1. Steinburg FC
            • 10 Years
            7 years, 1 month ago

            and Ayew...

    4. Steinburg FC
      • 10 Years
      7 years, 1 month ago

      interesting to know how many goals Payet assited Antonio? i think hes a great player but don't trust west ham. Marhez for me but i'd rather go cheap and upgrade else where or try and upgrade.

    5. AndrewTavey
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 9 Years
      7 years, 1 month ago

      I really like Antonio. I had him for the past 2 week(before my wildcard) and he returned nothing but was MOTM against Huddersfield and is always dangerous. Agree that he's probably 0.5 too much but always love owning him.

    6. Torreslove
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      7 years, 1 month ago

      Ramsey or Ayew. Wait and see on Siggy

    7. The UnderAcheivers
      • 12 Years
      7 years, 1 month ago

      Your forgetting one key man... Son 🙂

      1. Twelve years a slave
        • 14 Years
        7 years, 1 month ago

        Good call, probably a few others too if people widened their vision

      2. Steinburg FC
        • 10 Years
        7 years, 1 month ago

        son will not start many games. the only way is if potch decides to rest eriksen... he will be first sub everygame.

      1. G-Whizz
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        • 7 Years
        7 years, 1 month ago

        If there are any improvements you would like to see in that table please let me know. I'm not the best at making them tbh lol

  20. 007 [RoboKlopp]
    • 8 Years
    7 years, 1 month ago

    Joselu as 3rd strikers, yes or no?
    And why? (Have Kane & Lukaku)
    Thanks.

    1. TallestJohn
      • 7 Years
      7 years, 1 month ago

      Too risky for me, if Mitrovic wasn't suspended he'd be in a real battle to start. If you want a cheap third striker I'd look at Burnley or Abraham or Mounie.

  21. Sz21
    • 12 Years
    7 years, 1 month ago

    Antonio or Silva over the next few GW's..
    Who would you choose?

    Prob change Willian to Ramsey next GW too.

    1. That Was Easy!
      • 10 Years
      7 years, 1 month ago

      Picking between the two myself. I like Silva, Antonio just isn't doing it for me. Willian > Rambo next week could be nice.

    2. RIDZ
      • 8 Years
      7 years, 1 month ago

      Silva

  22. That Was Easy!
    • 10 Years
    7 years, 1 month ago

    Is there any merit going Cedric over Jones? Cedric does get forward a lot, and their fixtures are still wonderful

  23. SuperMane Returns
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 7 Years
    7 years, 1 month ago

    Hi guys ive just constructed this 5-2-3 Wildcard team using every pound I had, loaded with wingbacks, how do you think it looks?

    Elliot
    Kola/Alonso/Bavies/Mendy/Jones
    Salah/Alli
    Firmino/Kane/Vardy

    Subs-Krul/RLC/Carroll/Woodburn

    1. That Was Easy!
      • 10 Years
      7 years, 1 month ago

      5-2-3 is just not going to work, it's not a long-term plan. It's very hard to adapt to in-form players. I would try downgrading one and picking a decent midfielder for your 3rd.

      1. SuperMane Returns
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 7 Years
        7 years, 1 month ago

        Thanks for the feedback, How about this for 4-3-3 then?

        Elliot
        Kola/Bavies/Mendy/Jones
        Salah/Alli/ANTONIO or RAMBO
        Firmino/Kane/Vardy

        Krul/Mbemba/Carroll/Woodburn

        Would you go Antonio or Rambo as the 3rd mid?
        (If Antonio 0.1m left over, if Rambo 0.6m left over)

        1. That Was Easy!
          • 10 Years
          7 years, 1 month ago

          THat looks great, my exact starting 11 besides Antonio.

          1. SuperMane Returns
            • Fantasy Football Scout Member
            • 7 Years
            7 years, 1 month ago

            Thanks, so would you suggest Rambo then or can you suggest a better 3rd mid for 7.5m max?

    2. TallestJohn
      • 7 Years
      7 years, 1 month ago

      XI looks about as good as it gets with that formation, just whether the defenders deliver. I expect Kola, Davies and Mendy to deliver. Alonso can always bag a goal. Not a huge fan of Jones but he seems in favour with Mourinho.

      Nice to see Woodburn on the bench, even if he's not a great FPL option yet.

      1. SuperMane Returns
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 7 Years
        7 years, 1 month ago

        Thanks for the advice, i think a 4-3-3 looks more balanced actually...

        Elliot
        Kola/Bavies/Mendy/Jones
        Salah/Alli/ANTONIO or RAMBO
        Firmino/Kane/Vardy

        Krul/Mbemba/Carroll/Woodburn

        Would you go Antonio or Rambo as 3rd mid?

    3. ⚽️ Dingo ⚽️
      • 8 Years
      7 years, 1 month ago

      Praying for clean sheets, have fun with that.

      1. SuperMane Returns
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 7 Years
        7 years, 1 month ago

        Dingo, 4 of them have good potential attacking returns though, that's why I went wing back crazy lol

      2. G-Whizz
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        • 7 Years
        7 years, 1 month ago

        523 isn't about wishing for CS this is what people don't get. Yes the clean sheets will help but the type of defender you choose in that system is what makes the difference.
        Anyway I'm trying it this season, and so far so good, can't complain tbh as it's the best start I've ever had!

  24. SpaceCadet
    • 10 Years
    7 years, 1 month ago

    Pogba to silva -4?

    1. TallestJohn
      • 7 Years
      7 years, 1 month ago

      I'm in this boat but looking to move to Ramsey and have already taken one hit. For me it depends on:
      - Will you lose selling value on Pogba?
      - Is your XI good enough for this week?
      - Does it affect any planned transfers you had planned for the next week or two?

  25. senoradam
    • 7 Years
    7 years, 1 month ago

    Hi guys. im currently on WC and can't decide between 2 teams to choose from. an advice from y'all would be much appreciated:

    de Gea / Elliott
    Kiko, Davies, Danilo, Mee, Lowe
    Eriksen, Mkhit, Choupo, Ramsey, Carroll
    Kane, Firmino, Morata
    or
    Foster/Elliott
    Kiko, Davies, Jones, Mee, Lowe,
    Hazard, Mkhit, Choupo, Silva, Xhaka
    Kane, Firmino, Vardy

  26. The Big Fella
    • 8 Years
    7 years, 1 month ago

    FPL Stats seems to have filtered out the bugs and is quite accurate now which is good news

  27. Chaps Before Baps
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 14 Years
    7 years, 1 month ago

    Choose a pair:

    A) Mendy + Kolasinac

    B) Firmino + Jones

    Thanks

    1. ★Kuntheman★
      • 8 Years
      7 years, 1 month ago

      That's an odd comparison.

      1. SuperMane Returns
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 7 Years
        7 years, 1 month ago

        I thought that too lol, Mendy Kola all the way 🙂

  28. VFORVANDETA
    • 8 Years
    7 years, 1 month ago

    Baily or Kola?

    1. ★Kuntheman★
      • 8 Years
      7 years, 1 month ago

      Mendy.

      But Bailly.

    2. G-Whizz
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      • 7 Years
      7 years, 1 month ago

      Kolasinac all day and use the £0.5m wisely lol

  29. Maddi Son
    • 7 Years
    7 years, 1 month ago

    Foster or Elliot this week?

    1. VFORVANDETA
      • 8 Years
      7 years, 1 month ago

      Elliot

    2. G-Whizz
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      • 7 Years
      7 years, 1 month ago

      Elliot

  30. Albrightondknight
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 9 Years
    7 years, 1 month ago

    Would like some options on this team and formation? Including feasibility of a rotation 4.5 mids

    Elliott 4.0

    Alonso Kola Davies Jones

    Eriksen Cout ( rotating 1 of 3 * 4.5 mids)

    Kane Morata Jesus.

    1. Albrightondknight
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 9 Years
      7 years, 1 month ago

      Opionions even - an options you suggest will do too 🙂

    2. SuperMane Returns
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 7 Years
      7 years, 1 month ago

      I really like the look of that 🙂

      1. Albrightondknight
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 9 Years
        7 years, 1 month ago

        Mid is the problem though - I will problem want Mane or someone else at some stage.

    3. G-Whizz
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      • 7 Years
      7 years, 1 month ago

      523 may solve your midfield conundrum...