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The ScoutCast – Episode 123 – Ghost

The title summons up imagery of Granville straddling me at the Potter’s wheel, lovingly helping to craft a clay creation as we unite to sculpt out a Van Persie bust – in true Lionel Ritchie’s “Hello” style.

That’s probably lost approximately half of our potential audience who are too young to recall the analogy. The other half are likely to be repelled by the image of Granville and I caught in a Swayze/Moore-like clinch.

If you’re part of the minority still sticking around, curious to hear how the above nonsense translates into a podcast, then listen up. You’ll catch the plenty of Wildcard ribbing, a tale of captain calamity exposed by this week’s community questions and the usual array of regulars.

Prepare to be haunted via this link or exorcise your right to stream via the handy player below.

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

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  1. Richd
    • 11 Years
    10 years, 1 month ago

    Adam le fondre to cardiff

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      • 10 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      2 hattricks in 3 isn't bad form - only stopped by the brilliance of Christophe Berra. 🙂

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    1. Xavi Iniesta
      • 10 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Great signing if true. Scores goals anywhere

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    2. Malcolm Tucker for England …
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      • 12 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      I heard we were after quaggalierre (or quagmire, or whatever his bloody name is)

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      1. Xavi Iniesta
        • 10 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        Overrated imho

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        1. Malcolm Tucker for England …
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          • 12 Years
          10 years, 1 month ago

          Don't know anything about him. Happy with Kenwyne myself

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    3. Colonel Shoe 肝池
      • 12 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      burned by him.......dgw madness

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  2. SGTMacaroni
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    • 10 Years
    10 years, 1 month ago

    A) RVP and Bony

    B) Sturridge and Giroud/Benteke

    as replacements for Aguero and Lukaku

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    1. Robe Wan
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      • 11 Years
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      A

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  3. Xavi Iniesta
    • 10 Years
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    Ok question:

    Will Aguero drop/RVP rise tonight?

    Thanks

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    1. wedgec
      • 11 Years
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      No

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  4. FF Dirtbag
    • 12 Years
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    Dzeko surely a good option? I don't see him being rotated much, seems pelle trusts him and think he goes well with any of the other strikers. And with the fixtures coming up it has to be an option. Whatcha think? We missed his flurry of points?

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    1. Xavi Iniesta
      • 10 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Dzeko could be the flava of February. Certainly looks like an attractive proposition.

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      1. GREENDREAMS11
        • 14 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        He was the Flava of January if you had him 😉

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        1. Xavi Iniesta
          • 10 Years
          10 years, 1 month ago

          Hehe you're right. Under the radar 😉

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    2. wedgec
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      10 years, 1 month ago

      He was "1st choice" at the start of the season, and has performed most times he's played

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      1. GREENDREAMS11
        • 14 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        Gets a bad press on here a lot of the time but does what he is paid to do. Scores goals.

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      2. FF Dirtbag
        • 12 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        True that. I might seriously consider him depending on Agueros news.

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        1. GREENDREAMS11
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          10 years, 1 month ago

          For 6.7 he's a steal, a bit of a rotation risk potentially but that's the only downside I can see. Take the points while the going is good and lose when his gametime looks dodgy.

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          1. FF Dirtbag
            • 12 Years
            10 years, 1 month ago

            That's fine but when he plays recently he usually gets something play him and have a good bit of cover and it should pay off maybe?

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            1. GREENDREAMS11
              • 14 Years
              10 years, 1 month ago

              Well it gives you a cheap way into City attack and frees up approx 3 million to strengthen elsewhere, Ie, instead of Negredo, Sturridge etc. Serving me quite well at the moment.

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  5. MJ6987
    • 13 Years
    10 years, 1 month ago

    How long has Aguero been ruled out for?

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    1. bitterandstout
        10 years, 1 month ago

        unknown, very little in the media..

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        1. MJ6987
          • 13 Years
          10 years, 1 month ago

          Oh, right, just that everyone seems to be selling him, so I assume he was

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          1. Xavi Iniesta
            • 10 Years
            10 years, 1 month ago

            A lot of people's knees jerk. They can't help it.

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      • copps
        • 12 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        Hopefully some decent info from pellegrini tomorrow.

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    2. SPorting
      • 12 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Rooney for me, Bob.

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      1. Xavi Iniesta
        • 10 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        *facepalm*

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    3. SPorting
      • 12 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Exorcise your right to stream.

      Pun-tastic.

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      1. Reedy
        • 13 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        Nice paranormal paronomasia.

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    4. Xavi Iniesta
      • 10 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Am I crazy for considering Jelavic/Long to free up funds if Aguero is confirmed out? I could really juice up my midfield and defence then

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      1. Malcolm Tucker for England …
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        • 12 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        Yes. Hull in freefall.
        Then again we're relying on Jones to come in firing..

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    5. Carrick Doesn't Deserv…
      • 11 Years
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      where do you post questions for the scoutcast?

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      1. Malcolm Tucker for England …
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 12 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        In the freeads of the Baltimore Gazette.
        Joe Carroll will pass them on

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      2. Kevin Twine
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 12 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        It's always a hot topic each week, pal.

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        1. Carrick Doesn't Deserv…
          • 11 Years
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          ok cheers

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    6. ACCOUNTING ON CHRIS
      • 10 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Best 5.1m defender? Gonna sell Coleman...

      Liking West ham fixtures?

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      1. d1sable
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        10 years, 1 month ago

        yeah id go demel unless reid is due back then him

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      2. don parcheesi
        • 13 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        IF I do the same (on a WC, its still uncertain), it will be for a Southampton player. I guess Shaw

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    7. Colonel Shoe 肝池
      • 12 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      who is granny getting this week.........!!!! please get RVP 😉

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      1. FPL Daniel
        • 14 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        Why?

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    8. Misunderstood Genius
      • 10 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Is Benteke for Aguero madness?

      Either way, going to wait until the last minute to sell Kun.

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      1. Xavi Iniesta
        • 10 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        If Aguero is confirmed out of the Chavski game but 'not serious' by Pelle then it's going to be really hard for me to get rid of him. Please give us really good news or really bad news Manuel, don't do a Davy Moyes!

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      2. Taribo West on a free
        • 13 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        That's my move. Benteke's fixtures and form look good, until Aguero's back obvs

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    9. Somalion
      • 14 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Anybody realised that based on minutes paired and excluding Jovetic, Negredo has been far and away City's worst striker in the league? About 370 minutes more than Dzeko and only 2 goals more than him. About 150 minutes less than Agüero and 6 goals fewer. Assist wise he's level with Dzeko and 5 behind Agüero.

      So:
      Agüero = 79.4 mins per goal, 132.33 mins per assist.
      Dzeko = 136 mins per goal, 238.25 mins per assist.
      Negredo = 146.67 mins per goal, 330 mins per assist.

      Negredo who? 😉

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      1. FF Dirtbag
        • 12 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        Dzeko needs to be considered now I think. Dependent on Aguero injury.

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        1. Somalion
          • 14 Years
          10 years, 1 month ago

          I just think he needs to be appreciated more!

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          1. FF Dirtbag
            • 12 Years
            10 years, 1 month ago

            Completely agree look at the conversation above ha

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            1. Somalion
              • 14 Years
              10 years, 1 month ago

              Ha didn't even realise there was a discussion going on above.

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              1. FF Dirtbag
                • 12 Years
                10 years, 1 month ago

                Good to see some stats behind it though

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      2. FPL Daniel
        • 14 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        I say stay away or be ready for frustrations / rotation

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        1. Somalion
          • 14 Years
          10 years, 1 month ago

          Oh not buying, just general interest.

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      3. Scroobius Mac
        • 13 Years
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        Statistically maybe. Dzeko is bloody awful and Negredo is fantastic if you actually them play.

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        1. Somalion
          • 14 Years
          10 years, 1 month ago

          I do, merely suggesting that Dzeko gets more shit than he deserves.

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          1. Scroobius Mac
            • 13 Years
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            Doesn't get enough imo.

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            1. Somalion
              • 14 Years
              10 years, 1 month ago

              I think that's nonsense really, I've seen Negredo put in a good few shite performances too.

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        2. GREENDREAMS11
          • 14 Years
          10 years, 1 month ago

          As far as this game is concerned its about points scored, Dzeko outdoes Negredo for p.p.m and is 3 million cheaper. For the purposes of this Dzeko is much much better value.

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    10. TD Champ
      • 10 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Baker nailed on now that he's back from injury? Good chester replacement?

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    11. There's Always One!
      • 14 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Hi guys. Any news on aguero today?

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      1. TD Champ
        • 10 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        No, hopefully something tomorrow

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    12. The Albatross
      • 14 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Can anyone tell me who will play instead of O'Brien for West Ham?

      thanks

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      1. goneill79
        • 12 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        Hoping its Rat as I brought him in this week but the fans forum seem to think McCartney will get the nod.

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      2. Big_Andy_GAWA
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        10 years, 1 month ago

        Rat Attack, I'd say.

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    13. FPL Daniel
      • 14 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Just came back from working out. And what to see? Flavour of the week, SCOUTCAST. Get in !!!!

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      1. Xavi Iniesta
        • 10 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        You work out?

        Naaaaaaaaaaaaaaaah.

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        1. FPL Daniel
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          10 years, 1 month ago

          Yes I do. I am 1.88 cm tall, 90 Kg, great body, blue eyes and great record with ladies. Pure truth. ZIng 😛

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          1. Malcolm Tucker for England …
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            • 12 Years
            10 years, 1 month ago

            You're KD Lang?

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            1. the axolotl
              • 12 Years
              10 years, 1 month ago

              🙂 beat me to it, kind of

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              1. Malcolm Tucker for England …
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                • 12 Years
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                😉

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            2. FPL Daniel
              • 14 Years
              10 years, 1 month ago

              Sorry I don't know who is KD Lang

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          2. Xavi Iniesta
            • 10 Years
            10 years, 1 month ago

            Let's be honest, you still live in your mum's basement.

            Come on man, you don't have to lie here.

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            1. FPL Daniel
              • 14 Years
              10 years, 1 month ago

              Ok Xavi I see your frustration. I am very successful in life and you need to attack people in order to feel decent

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              1. Xavi Iniesta
                • 10 Years
                10 years, 1 month ago

                Lol. Yes, I am jealous of some no face no name guy on an Internet forum for bragging about 'working out'.

                Listen to yourself buddy, seriously.

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          3. the axolotl
            • 12 Years
            10 years, 1 month ago

            martina navratalova?

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            1. FPL Daniel
              • 14 Years
              10 years, 1 month ago

              Not funny. Homofob comment too. I think it is against rules. I hope it will be deleted

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              1. the axolotl
                • 12 Years
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                lol. should be a rule against solosexual comments like yours

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    14. Josse
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Should I do..

      A:Aguero/Bony

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      1. Reedy
        • 13 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        Nope, wait for news on Aguero tomorrow.

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        1. Josse
          • 11 Years
          10 years, 1 month ago

          Hmm...My options didnt make it! Got to try again...cheers!

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          1. Reedy
            • 13 Years
            10 years, 1 month ago

            I didn't even notice. No probs 🙂

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    15. Xavi Iniesta
      • 10 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      These are my potential moves if Aguero is out for more than 2 games:

      Aguero > RVP

      Navas > Mirallas

      May work against me for future plans though

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      1. Butters
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
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        10 years, 1 month ago

        Looks good short term at very least.

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    16. Misunderstood Genius
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      10 years, 1 month ago

      Still no love for Benteke?

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      1. ViperStripes
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        • 14 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        I'm tempted.....on form, good fixtures, cheap(ish), differential

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        1. Big_Andy_GAWA
          • 12 Years
          10 years, 1 month ago

          My better half did !

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      2. Xavi Iniesta
        • 10 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        Still have the scars from last time I owned him

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    17. There's Always One!
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      Best Chester replacement?

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      1. TD Champ
        • 10 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        Baker if nailed on like he was before the injury

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      2. Reedy
        • 13 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        Bruce

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      3. Butters
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 11 Years
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        Bruce

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    18. JPeg
      • 13 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      best cheap keeper rotation?

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    19. Demí
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      10 years, 1 month ago

      I gather it's a bit of a thorny issue but how comes there's still been no word on Rose's red card appeal. Do people accept it to be rescinded?

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      1. Demí
        • 13 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        *expect, not accept obviously

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        1. Rupert The Horse
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 11 Years
          10 years, 1 month ago

          Yes, the Sky ref said it probably will be, so that's good enough for me.

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      2. the axolotl
        • 12 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        thought it was already no?

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        1. the axolotl
          • 12 Years
          10 years, 1 month ago

          i must have just heard they're appealing. i think he'll have it rescinded though. very tight call though. it's not exactly definitely not a red.

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          1. JWF
            • 14 Years
            10 years, 1 month ago

            And yet is was absolutely definitely not a red.

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            1. the axolotl
              • 12 Years
              10 years, 1 month ago

              not if he nudged him before winning ball which seemingly he did. not the way i'd read it, but that's the way powers that be tend to read these things

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      3. Malcolm Tucker for England …
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 12 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        Thorn and rose. Good work, petal

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      4. Parm
        • 12 Years
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        Probably.

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      5. JWF
        • 14 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        It bloody better be! Decision tomorrow. They reviewed Tuesday's ones today so yesterday's will be tomorrow. That was a confusing sentence!

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      6. Xavi Iniesta
        • 10 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        It's a bit of a thorny issue here

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    20. Butters
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Boruc and Monreal, or
      Szszney and Chambers?

      Its a draft league so limited options.

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    21. Here's the manager
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Boruc (Marshall)
      Chambers Merte Davies (Coleman Bruce)
      Mata hazard Eriksen Gnabry (Puncheon)
      Aguero Suarez Sturridge.

      0.3 , currently on WC can anybody offer any thoughts? Doubting myself now over keeping Coleman and even Aguero

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      1. DementedFlamingo
        • 14 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        Im thinking Coleman to Evans to cash in on Colrman. Already have Mert and Terry so dont need 3 expensive def.

        Is Boruc and Marshall best keeper combo?

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        1. Here's the manager
          • 11 Years
          10 years, 1 month ago

          No I think it will get rid of Marshall for mannone while I can easily. Tempted to cash in on Coleman but not sure where to look, I suppose I'm lacking Chelsea

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    22. tricpic
      • 14 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Aguero and Ramsey to
      a) RVP and sterling
      Or
      b) Dzeko and Mata
      Or
      c) Dzeko and Santi Cazorla

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    23. DementedFlamingo
      • 14 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Mata + Stu/Ade OR
      Cheap mid + RVP/Aug/Rooney????

      Potentially rest of season strategy!

      My planned WC trades would be

      Coleman > Evans
      Turner > Ward or Fabio
      Whittaker > Mata
      Augero > Stu or Ade

      Thoughts???? Thanks

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    24. Ginkapo FPL
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      10 years, 1 month ago

      Doosra has intervened and made me change the bye from being randomly allocated to Bonz, and instead it goes to Evs after last years results. Lets face it nobody wanted to face him anyway.

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      1. Reedy
        • 13 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        Ah I see from your title it starts soon, looking forward to this one.

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    25. ⭐ Bemba_Da ⭐
      • 13 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      forest 3-2 Mackie

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      1. Thomass
        • 11 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        Wow! Out of the blue!

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    26. peco12
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      10 years, 1 month ago

      when is Ramsey back anybody know?

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      1. Xavi Iniesta
        • 10 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        3-6 weeks. Nobody knows.

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      2. JWF
        • 14 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        How long is a Wenger 'few weeks'? Answer: Anything between 2 weeks and 6 months.

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