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This Much We Know – Gameweek 6

There may be one match remaining in Gameweek 6 but, as always, there’s plenty for us to mull over. Palace’s form under the new man in charge, Southampton’s wide men, the lack of resilience afforded by Hull, Chelsea’s out-of-form Belgian and Man City’s improving performances are amongst a number of topics on today’s menu.

Warnock deserves credit…
A 2-0 win over in-form Leicester extended Palace’s unbeaten record to four since Neil Warnock took the reins. At both ends of the pitch, the new manager has made an impact – not only has he retained the Selhurst Park solidity instilled by Tony Pulis by securing back-to-back home clean sheets, his side are flourishing in the final third and have fired eight goals in four league outings, bringing the London club back onto our radars at both ends of the pitch. Warnock has also put aside his previous spat with Jason Puncheon and the wide man has flourished – attacking returns in four of his five league outings this season indicates he remains the weapon of choice, with Wilfried Zaha looking an increasingly peripheral figure once again.

Mane’s arrival could unleash Tadic…
The Senegal wide man was handed his league debut at home to QPR and immediately picked up an assist as the Saints won yet again. Mane’s installation on the left allowed Dusan Tadic to start as an inverted winger on the opposite flank and register his most attacking display of the season – six shots and four efforts inside the box was a season high for the Serb and top amongst midfielders for the Gameweek. Both players look full of promise right now, and with the fixtures still very much on side, Tadic may well be set for a climb up the midfield standings if he starts to convert his increased number of chances.

Hull don’t do clean sheets with four at the back…
Steve Bruce’s side had conceded just three goals in the opening trio of Gameweeks with his tried-and-trusted 3-5-2 formation. A spate of summer signings has forced the Tigers boss to change course, however, but his decision to play a more expansive brand of football has come at a cost, with the switch seeing Hull concede eight goals in the resultant three league fixtures. Bruce’s side may be scoring more – averaging two goals per match with the new system – but having picked up just two points with their new tactics, their manager may well be pondering a return to a more pragmatic approach in order to stop the rot.

Chelsea can coast without Hazard’s contribution…
The Belgian turned in yet another ineffectual display as Jose Mourinho’s side eased past Villa 3-0. With a single goal and two assists over the first six fixtures, Hazard has now played a played a part in just three of his side’s 19 league goals this season (15.7%) – a ratio in stark contrast to last year, when he scored 14 goals and created 10 of the Blues’ 71 strikes (33.8%). Whilst there’s no denying his calibre, it’s clear that Jose Mourinho’s side have become far less reliant on the Belgian – subbed off on 68 minutes without a shot or key pass against Villa, the Fantasy exodus looks set to pick up pace.

Chadli looks the real deal..
While Chelsea’s Hazard continues to toil, his compatriot is becoming increasingly crucial to Tottenham’s season. Chadli sits joint-top of the Fantasy Premier League (FPL) midfield standings after firing his fourth goal of the campaign and has now moved 14 points ahead of team-mates Christian Eriksen and Erik Lamela. It’s worth bearing in mind, though, that Mauricio Pochettino’s penchant for freshening up his options midway through the second-half has meant Chadli has managed 90 minutes just once – whilst the Belgian’s pitch time still looks an issue, he’s shown time and again that he’s more than capable of atoning for that, notching four of his side’s eight goals so far.

We can’t write off Gerrard…
The Liverpool skipper served a perfect reminder of his dead-ball abilities by firing a free-kick opener in the Merseyside derby. As we saw last year, Gerrard, in spite of his deep-lying role, proved the doubters wrong on numerous occasions by racking up 205 points and his weekend rise up the rankings suggests it’d be wise not to overlook him. Now sitting just five points behind team-mate Raheem Sterling, Gerrard is identically priced at 8.9, yet sits in just 5% of Fantasy teams compared to the teenager’s 49.5% ownership – those eyeing up an Aaron Ramsey replacement may well ponder Gerrard as a real differential as the Reds prepare for an excellent run of fixtures.

Burnley’s midfield is key to clean sheets…
A 4-0 hammering at West Brom ended The Clarets’ run of three clean sheets yesterday. Noticeably, both David Jones and Dean Marney missed out through injury, forcing Sean Dyche to change tactics and shift to a 4-5-1. The Clarets boss switched formation after the break but by then it was too late – forced to go on the offensive, their frailties at the back were cruelly exposed, leaving them rooted to the bottom of the table. It’s just one goal in six matches now, and with last term’s top scorers Danny Ings and Sam Vokes still sidelined through injury, Dyche’s side risk being cast adrift before long.

The budget frontmen continue to deliver…
There’s no shortage of cut-price options for our three-man frontlines right now. Saido Berahino’s brace took the West Brom forward into fourth spot in the FPL forward standings – so far, four of the top eight strikers sit under the 6.0 price mark. Add in the fact that Palace’s Fraizer Campbell has now scored in each of the last two and West Ham’s Diafra Sakho has notched in all four of his starts for Sam Allardyce’s side and it’s fair to say that Fantasy managers looking to offload Wayne Rooney are spoiled for budget choices right now, with such a trade potentially freeing up plenty of cash to upgrade elsewhere.

Arsenal are looking top heavy…
The arrival of Alexis Sanchez was meant to spearhead the Gunners’ title bid but so far it’s clear that Arsene Wenger has yet to find a perfect balance. Despite scoring in three of his previous four appearances in all competitions, the Chilean was dropped to the bench for the north London derby, and whilst replacement Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain grabbed the hosts’ equaliser, Sanchez will surely be expected to nail down a starting berth in the near future. With Theo Walcott potentially back within a month, though, the Arsenal boss still needs to find a formula that allows all his big-hitters the chance to flourish and keeps his side tight at the back. It’s perhaps no coincidence that their only clean sheet so far was due to a move to 4-2-3-1 away to Villa, but with a number of central midfielders doubtful for the weekend trip to Chelsea, Wenger’s chances of keeping out the hosts at the Bridge seem remote.

We can’t ignore City’s goal potential…
With Edin Dzeko installed alongside Sergio Aguero in a 4-4-2, the champions ran riot against Hull’s porous defence. The Bosnian’s brace suggests he’s finally rediscovering the form that served up 16 goals last time around, though with Stevan Jovetic now passed fit for tomorrow’s Champions League clash with Roma, the options up front look set to increase for Manuel Pellegrini. Sergio Aguero’s minutes continue to be managed, though a fourth goal of the campaign, allied with David Silva’s two assists, suggests that City’s main men are starting to find their stride ahead of a very encouraging run of fixtures.

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  1. applebonkers
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    • 15 Years
    10 years, 1 month ago

    here's a question. do you fancy getting rooney back after the ban?

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

      no

    2. SW6
      • 12 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      If he drops below 10m I reckon I would

    3. Woy
      • 10 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Never again this season I think.

      I was going to be shipping him out this week, it frustrated me further that he got a red after doing at least some justice for his price-tag.

      Aguero - Costa - XXX is my new front line. Now all i hope is Kuns hammy stays together for the season and he really explodes into form.

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

        My fear with Kun is the same as with Sturridge. You just know it(an injury) WILL happen. It's a question of when.

        1. Woy
          • 10 Years
          10 years, 1 month ago

          Hm, possibly.
          It's same to assume that at some point an injury will occur, but to have faith that he is in fact fit and has been eased in this time round noticeably moreso than previous times gives me confidence.

          1. usagooner
            • 15 Years
            10 years, 1 month ago

            Woy,
            As an Aguero--Costa--XXX owner myself, I'm constantly under worry that one or both of Costa and Aguero will be benched due to CL or pick up an injury in training or a match. It's a nervous time each week until pressers are done. At some point Pelle and Jose will troll us all and bench them and it always worries me that it's going to be both in the same week leaving me with 1 front man and cheapo bench options.

            Pelle has only played Aguero a full 90 minutes in 7 occasions over last season and this season. This seems to show he's going to continue to manage his minutes carefully. Granted, it's Aguero so he doesn't need the full 90 to produce. But for 12.1 it would be nice to get more than 1 goal each week. Especially when there are options at 1/2 the price doing so now. Just some thoughts here.

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

              What puts me off is that I can't see myself (c) Kun over the next couple of weeks.

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

              And very good thoughts at that!

              Cheapo bench of (with all big hitters playing) is Henderson, Hutton and Wisdom so tbh I'm not overly fussed with that.... but I really appreciate the input. Thanks.

              Go hard or go home!

              1. usagooner
                • 15 Years
                10 years, 1 month ago

                I'm right in the boat with you on this, so I'm hoping for big returns! It's just frustrating when Dzeko gets a brace and Kun only gets 1 and yanked after 65 minutes.

    4. Sweetpea
      • 12 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      points gonna be spread out, which one of rooney falcao rvp mata di maria is gonna explode is too difficult to predict.

      so, no.

    5. Grounderz
      • 12 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Absolutely. I always get him back even after every injury or suspension, he did so well for me a few times in the past.

    6. Olivier Bernards watch
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      • 10 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      i still think he's a good option, but their fixtures will be bad for a while.

    7. Gandalf !
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      I am

    8. Warning Hazard ahead
      • 10 Years
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      He may well be the best differential striker in the game for 2-3 GWs on return.

    9. Not Irish
      • 11 Years
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      Absolutely.

    10. Feanor
      • 15 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      No, he can't control himself.

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

    Haven't managed to squeeze Fabregas in yet. How important would you say he is?

    Could get him and Falcao, but leaning towards Tadic and Kun instead..

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

      Just seen I can afford Fabregas + Sturridge too if I do it today. Too early for Studge?

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

        wait for champs league

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

          Can't take a Rooney or Ramsey drop if I want Fab + Studge.

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

      Same dilemma for me. Longer term I prefer Tadic and Kun to Fabregas and Pelle, but I can't shake the feeling Cesc and Chelsea are going to destroy Arsenal like they did last season.

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

        Too many good options around I guess.

  3. Ando
    • 11 Years
    10 years, 1 month ago

    Assuming everyone is fit, which 3 defenders should I play from this bunch this week?

    Coleman (mun), Lovren (WBA), Clyne (tot), Moore (BUR) & Duff (lei).

    1. Warning Hazard ahead
      • 10 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Lovren, Clyne and Moore for me.

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

        That's what I'm on atm, thanks for verifying!

  4. VougieDipond
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    10 years, 1 month ago

    Anyone know when Giroud is back?

    1. SW6
      • 12 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      January at the earliest I think

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

        Might have to get Welcrap after next week then

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

          he is pretty bad at the moment I wouldn't bother haha

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

            no room for Sanchez in my midfield. rest of their team is crap until lord theo returns. Any other ideas?

    2. Gandalf !
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      2015

  5. Warning Hazard ahead
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    10 years, 1 month ago

    Hello All,

    Few questions regarding my team this GW:

    1. GK: McGregor (CPL) or Heaton (lei)

    2. Welbeck (che) or Bertrand (tot)?

    Thanks Team!

  6. Ser Football 42
    • 10 Years
    10 years, 1 month ago

    A) Dezeko, Welbeck, Costa

    B) Aguero, Pelle, Costa

    C) Aguero, Ulloa, Costa

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

      B

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

      B ideally, but you don't want to ruin the rest

    3. Warning Hazard ahead
      • 10 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      B.

    4. Andrew
      • 12 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      B

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

      B is frightening. In a good way.

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

    Just want to say, I'm willing to answer any questions regarding Leicester (expected line up etc.), should you require information. Sort of what Lucy does with Saints, I'll be available.

    Repost.

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

      Which defenders are most nailed on?

      1. davies
        • 10 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        Morgan and Moore. Fullbacks bith have competition.

        1. davies
          • 10 Years
          10 years, 1 month ago

          Both*

    2. SW6
      • 12 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Will Albrighton ever play?

      1. stephenl15
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 12 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        This. I've had him from the start and still do

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

        Eventually, I assume. Stay clear, for now.

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

      Ulloa to run riot this weekend against Burnley?

      1. davies
        • 10 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        I feckin' hope so! But, yeah, I think he'll score.

    4. Olivier Bernards watch
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      • 10 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      will moore stay nailed on? Will Ulloa Keep scoring? Any midfielders worth a look during the good run of fixtures? Cheers.

      1. davies
        • 10 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        Moore is nailed on. Ulloa will keep scoring, I think. Maybe Mahrez, if he gets his spot back.

    5. FISSH
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      i struggle to spell leiscester, have any tips on how to spell it?

      1. davies
        • 10 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        Aye, remove the S between I and C.

        1. Woy of the Wovers
          • 14 Years
          10 years, 1 month ago

          Don't forget the 'i' before 'e' except before 'cester' rule.

    6. Beavis
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      • 13 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Line-up prediction for BUR?

      1. davies
        • 10 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        Schmeichel
        Simpson Morgan Moore Konchesky
        Drinkwater Cambiasso James
        Nugent Ulloa Vardy

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

          Thanks, much appreciated.

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

            Is Vardy the real deal?

            1. davies
              • 10 Years
              10 years, 1 month ago

              Ulloa the better option, imo.

    7. HuttonDressedasLahm
      • 14 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      When's Vardy's baby due?

      1. davies
        • 10 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        9 months. He would've gone his GF as hard as he did United after the game.

    8. The Fantastic Mr Fox
      • 10 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Firstly, a round of applause to you good sir. Your contribution is much appreciated.

      Here's my question. Has Vardy always been this good a goal threat or is it just a flash in the pan? He looks like he will rival Ulloa soon and be an excellent differential

      1. davies
        • 10 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        Second top goal scorer last season. Looks to play more of a provider than goal scorer this year, however, with Ulloa in the team. He'll still grab his fair share of goals, but won't take the #9 spot off Ulloa.

        And, thank you.

        1. The Fantastic Mr Fox
          • 10 Years
          10 years, 1 month ago

          cheers

  8. sbasty
    • 10 Years
    10 years, 1 month ago

    Di Maria and Ulloa

    or

    8.0m mid + Pelle

    What do people reckon?

    1. Warning Hazard ahead
      • 10 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Chadli, Tadic, Mane, Herrera & Pelle

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

      Di maria and Ulloa

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

    Isn't Gerrad's price going to fall in this week?

    1. LOCO ABREU
      • 12 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      no

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

        But I saw from totalfpl said -118.8%???

  10. Not Irish
    • 11 Years
    10 years, 1 month ago

    Siggy captain. Someone talk me out of it.

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

      dont captain him

      1. Not Irish
        • 11 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        Job done.

    2. Lizard Lips
      • 12 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Costa/Sterling/RVP much better options.

      1. Not Irish
        • 11 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        Aguero, Costa, AdM and Sterling are all good options.

        But Siggy seems the differential punt of the season so far for me.

    3. Beavis
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Costa or Aguero.

    4. Warning Hazard ahead
      • 10 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Do it. It's between him and Costa for me this week.

    5. roscola
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      • 12 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Don't do it. He's on the slide.

      1. Not Irish
        • 11 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        Which is what could make it such a golden pick. I reckon next to no one captains him this week and he could easily get a haul against that Toon D.

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

          I don't just mean his FPL points are on the slide. I mean the things he does that get him those points are on the slide. He's not looking great for goals right now.

          Then again, I might be being blinded by the 10-men effect. I feel like I'm taking that into account but perhaps I'm not.

          Good luck to you but I think it's a bit daft. Smells like trying too hard for a differential.

          1. Not Irish
            • 11 Years
            10 years, 1 month ago

            I may be. But it's early in the week. So this is the time for big talk rather than common sense.

            😆

            1. roscola
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              • 12 Years
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              Ah well, that much I very much approve of 😀 Carry on sir

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

              captain blackett

    6. Sweetpea
      • 12 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      no, u go gurrll

  11. Beavis
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 13 Years
    10 years, 1 month ago

    FACT: Newcastle have failed to score in 6 of their last 7 away matches in the Premier League.

    Come on Wilson!

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

      bego clean sheet will be lovely. but i know Newcastle will score

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

      Wilson CS on my bench would be a kick in the teeth after playing Clyne and Moreno (1pt each) over him

      1. Beavis
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 13 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        Very happily shipped Moreno this week. Made 5 points out of it.

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

          Such a nasty trap for the unwary 🙁

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

        Can I ask how you came to that decision? Is it because they are more expensive so you felt the need to play the? Or better teams, attacking potential...?

        1. roscola
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          • 12 Years
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          Moreno's attacking potential, plus Everton failing to score at Anfield for three years. And obviously QPR look like a guaranteed clean sheet.

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

          I was close to benching Moreno or even Siggy for Wilson though 🙁

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

            I was very close benching Siggy for Wisdom, in fact, I have absolutely no recollection of putting Siggy back in. I was 4-3-3 for the whole week. Personally I wouldn't have played Moreno, well I sold him for Bertrand which was a stroke of luck.

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

              Personally, I rather wish I hadn't bought Moreno in the first place. But time makes fools of us all 😆

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

      After having to bench Wisdom to play Wilson, so much this.

    4. Ser Football 42
      • 10 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Shawcross CS and goal

    5. VougieDipond
      • 12 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Cisse didn't play in those game though. Rivere should be sent down the river he's hopeless

    6. Christina.
      • 14 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      I need a 2-1 to Stoke with Shawx getting only 2pts.

  12. Warning Hazard ahead
    • 10 Years
    10 years, 1 month ago

    Does anyone know if Jedinak is nailed on?

    He seems the best value in the game if so.

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

      Yes he's nailed.

    2. LOCO ABREU
      • 12 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      100%nailed

    3. Beavis
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Very nailed on but also very reliant on penos.

    4. Warning Hazard ahead
      • 10 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Awesome, thanks.

      Next question then, is Arfield --> Jedinak a waste of this weeks FT?

      1. Beavis
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 13 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        For me, yes.

        1. Warning Hazard ahead
          • 10 Years
          10 years, 1 month ago

          Ok, thanks again, I'll save this week barring any CL injuries and reassess next week I think. Hope he doesn't score big vs Hull this week!

  13. Ando
    • 11 Years
    10 years, 1 month ago

    Craig Dawson's goalscoring record is ridiculously good for a defender even if it was in the lower leagues for Rochdale.

    1. Beavis
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Skewed by his penalty-taking duties I believe.

    2. Not Irish
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Unreal actually. Done it at international level as well.

      1. Beavis
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 13 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        Also takes penos for England U21

        1. Not Irish
          • 11 Years
          10 years, 1 month ago

          Never seen him take one. Have seen him score a couple of headers. That may be true but he has exceptional goal threat from set pieces.

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

    Which pair would you rather have:

    A) Aguero & Chadli
    B) Dzeko & Silva

    1. Beavis
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      A

    2. FISSH
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      dont trust aguero

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

        Thats why its not an obvious choice, i got burned badly last season.

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

          so did i and hes just not worth 12m in my eyes

    3. The Hindu Monkey
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 10 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      very tough call, but probably B

    4. Woy
      • 10 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      A

    5. Ser Football 42
      • 10 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      A

    6. Geordienufc1
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      B

  15. Christina.
    • 14 Years
    10 years, 1 month ago

    Who are people sacrificing to get Kun?

    One of Cesc/Sterling/ADM/Baines?

    1. Geordienufc1
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      At the moment I'm thinking it best to forego kun for dat guy Welbeck. H/ever, if I am to change my mind, it would either be Cesc or terry that I am sacrificing.

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

      Rooney and Ramsey

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

        Rooney I'm aware of. Obviously.

        Which of the others on my list DON'T you have though?

    3. The Hindu Monkey
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 10 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      None. I'm not sure about Kun. Clearly class, but with Negrado gone I think the question is how many points will he get over Dzeko. For me, a few, but not enough to justify him being 3.5m more expensive.

    4. Warning Hazard ahead
      • 10 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Maybe Sterling after GW10, those four are pretty set up fixture wise for a while.

    5. Top 210 Club
      • 14 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Don't encourage them! Taking the piss on people who've had him for a month 🙁

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

        Just trying to work it out in my own mind who I need to "can" to finance a Kun purchase, and it there are better/cheaper alternatives.

        1. Top 210 Club
          • 14 Years
          10 years, 1 month ago

          😛

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

            I have been burned two seasons in a row with Kun.

    6. WINNING!
      • 12 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Lescott

  16. The Hindu Monkey
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 10 Years
    10 years, 1 month ago

    Ramsey & Rooney out - Falcao and Sterling in? Solid?

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

      Solid

  17. rozzo
    • 11 Years
    10 years, 1 month ago

    On a wildcard. Which option is better?

    A) Bertrand and Di Maria (also got Clyne)
    B) Ivanovic and Tadic

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

      The Serbians

    2. The Hindu Monkey
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 10 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      B if you've already got Clyne. Di Maria playing too deep to get regular big hauls.

    3. Warning Hazard ahead
      • 10 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Definitely B, Soton defence can't keep this up forever.

    4. nashi
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      B

  18. Del Monte
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 12 Years
    10 years, 1 month ago

    Struggling to decide on my 3rd striker spot. Had Adebayor for last few weeks and he hasn't really produced for me but then Spurs' fixtures are picking up now.

    Which option is best?

    A) Adebayor

    B) Welbeck

    C) Lukaku

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

      B easy for more

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

        me*

    2. Beavis
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      B

    3. The Hindu Monkey
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 10 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      C all the way. Coming into a set of very good fixtures, just finding his form, is a shoe in to score against Man Utd's defence this weekend. Welbeck won't get a sniff away to Chelsea.

      1. Beavis
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 13 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        You make mention of Lukaku's upcoming good fixtures but what about Arsenal's?

    4. nashi
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      B

    5. The class of 92
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Welbeck after this week

    6. Warning Hazard ahead
      • 10 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      I've just done Ade --> Welbz, I feel your pain the last few GWs, even (C) him last week. 🙁

  19. McSauce
    • 14 Years
    10 years, 1 month ago

    Rooney ---->

    A) Pelle
    B) Kun
    C) RVP
    D) Falcao

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

      A

    2. The Hindu Monkey
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 10 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      D

    3. Cristi@no R7
      • 12 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      A

    4. The class of 92
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      D

    5. Warning Hazard ahead
      • 10 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      A.

    6. HurriKane
      • 12 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Kun if you have dimaria. United got tough fixtures n dimaria is enough cover

  20. Sweetpea
    • 12 Years
    10 years, 1 month ago

    Chelsea.

    Ok,I watched the entire Chelsea match on sat, Hazard was anonymous and didn't look interested. He kept going deeper to pick up the ball and Fabregas just ignored him. His goal threat was non-existent and really not surprised he was hooked on 67 minutes.

    Fabregas, although playing deeper was involved in everything and was playing centrally - looks a big assist threat especially was on corners and free kicks.

    Oscar looked far more threatening than both however though he is a punt at this stage.

    Schurlle came on and looked lively as usual - if only he was nailed on for minutes he would be the best option at 7.5m, but as ever that is a big risk.

    Ivanovic seems to have license to do what he likes and looks a big assist threat from out wide and a big goal threat from set-pieces.

    1. The Hindu Monkey
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 10 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      The way Chelsea are set up I still think the points will come from the main areas they have already. Ivan bombs forward and all set pieces seem to be aimed to him. Fab like you say, takes and is involved in everything and Costa up top will hoover up the chances. Schurrle is becoming a bit of a solksejkar figure off the bench.

      I think the other players will share points but those three are the main stand outs still.

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

        Did you listen Mo statement about Hazard? That he took him off for under-performance not in order to rest him...?

    2. John Nerdelbaum
      • 12 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      One more week for me and then ship for Chadli/Tadic

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

        yeh, if i didn't have other problems he's be gone.

        he will turn it around though and i reckon i will want him back at some stage...

        1. John Nerdelbaum
          • 12 Years
          10 years, 1 month ago

          Thinking to free up some cash and a Soton spot after the Spurs game

          Hazard > Tadic and Clyne > Ivan (own Forster)

          Allows Duff > Naylor at some stage

    3. Not Irish
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Think Hazard's getting annoyed at Mou asking him to do so much work while giving the #10 role to inferior players.

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

      Did I read somewhere that Mourinho was very disappointed with Hazard?

      1. Not Irish
        • 11 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        Yeah, he basically said Hazard wasn't good enough and that's why he got the hook. Typical Mou motivational bollocks. If Hazard doesn't respond this week there could be a problem between those two.

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

          I tried to google it but got no links.

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

            taking him off so early not a good sign

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

              I was there too. I am not sure why he looked disinterested, maybe as you say he is becoming annoyed with the whole no10 thing. At the Swansea game I thought he was brilliant.

    5. Warning Hazard ahead
      • 10 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      I have watched every Chelsea game this season barring the league cup and I can only see Haz scoring large without Costa there, he was running off Drogba all night vs Shalke and looked a machine.

      I believe Oscar will play more Premier League games than CL as Mou favours Willian for those games.

      Schurlle annoys the crap out of me, reminds me of Balotelli with his wayward shooting from everywhere, plus he steals the set pieces off Fab and is terrible on the dead ball.

      Ivan is a boss!! Points machine!

      1. Not Irish
        • 11 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        Schurrle is toss.

  21. Holmes
    • 11 Years
    10 years, 1 month ago

    Thoughts?
    Heaton
    Baines, Clyne, Van Aanholt
    Hazard, Maria, Tadic, Sigurdsson
    Costa, Pelle, Luka
    In bank: £1.3m
    Better to save ft? Thanks 🙂

    1. The Hindu Monkey
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 10 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      yeah, especially with int break looming. Very solid XI for next week.

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

        Cheers! Bench is fine too 🙂

  22. HurriKane
    • 12 Years
    10 years, 1 month ago

    Is Pelle/tadic the new j-rod/lallana or are they even better ??

    1. The Hindu Monkey
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 10 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      haven't been tested in a big game yet (pool away was too soon) - but they both look class. Especially Tadic. I'm still not sure he's a great FPL option (he is really testing me at the moment) but he looks one hell of a player.

    2. Holmes
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Better imo. Tadic is awesome and Pelle just need to improve his accuracy.

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

      I think so. Plus, they are 2nd with 5 great fixtures in their next 6.

  23. TwiggsJameson
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 13 Years
    10 years, 1 month ago

    I have 2FT, but astonishingly can't think of anything to change. Any Ideas. 2.6M in the bank.

    Foster Krul
    Clyne NTaylor Moreno (Duff) (Wilson)
    Chadli Fabregas Sigi Sterling (Boyd)
    Costa Aguero Pelle

    1. The Hindu Monkey
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 10 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      I'd want some Utd attacking coverage in there. But given you can't really work that I would upgrade a defender to Baines or Ivan where possible.

      1. TwiggsJameson
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 13 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        I was thinking that, but not until the next gameweek. Could do it this week I guess....

    2. Geordienufc1
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      That is impressive. Perhaps look to upgrade a defender to baines? H/ever I would definitely wait, to ensure that nobody (aguero I'm looking at you) gets injured and requires those transfers out. You're I a good spot though.

  24. Kadi_J
    • 14 Years
    10 years, 1 month ago

    A) aguero + pele
    B) lukaku + falcao
    C) studge+ lukaku

    1. Ser Football 42
      • 10 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      A

  25. AntiLampard
    • 14 Years
    10 years, 1 month ago

    Totalfpl showed -118.8% means Gerrad going to fall price? Please advice!! Need help

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

      With 11k transfers in this week, I don't think so.

  26. Whazza
    • 12 Years
    10 years, 1 month ago

    Is it too early to get Sturridge? Can't wait because of budget.

    1. The Hindu Monkey
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 10 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      I had this dilemena as had exactly the amount of money to swap Rooney for him (who will drop tonight). Couldn't risk it in the end so swapped Rooney for Falcao instead and changed Ramsey for Sterling to get Pool coverage.

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

        Pool's fixtures are just so much better than United's and I think Sturridge will come back with a bang, while Falcao is still looking for his scoring-boots. I own Sterling already, might risk it tonight with Sturridge and hope he is fit enough.

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

      Yes it really is.

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

        He should play next gw, right?

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

          I am sure he will, but getting Sturridge for 1 game before a 2 week international break is the thing of nightmares.

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

            Same as getting Kun then?

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

              It's just far too risky for me. I am being very patient this year but without being lazy. I'm saving the FT, my strikers are strong enough for me not to worry. Aguero scored this week, so? I have Costa and Pelle.

  27. Christina.
    • 14 Years
    10 years, 1 month ago

    Benteke might be the solution to my problem.

    1. Not Irish
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      I love him. If that helps...

    2. roscola
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • Has Moderation Rights
      • 12 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Is the problem that you wanted to get a player far too soon after coming back from a career-threatening injury but Wally isn't ready yet?

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

        Oh no, I'm not worried about Wally.

        My "problem" is I don't want to get Kun as my Rooney replacement.

        1. roscola
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • Has Moderation Rights
          • 12 Years
          10 years, 1 month ago

          Hmmmm. Not sure tekkers is the go to guy just yet. Talk of his goal today conveniently omits the detail that it was a peno.

          How about his compatriot? Awesome fixtures coming and since I won't be getting him (and he doubtless knows this) he will naturally go completely berserk with a brace a game.

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

            Im not even aware of his goal.

            He has a month to convince me he is fit and ready.

            Compatriot?

            1. roscola
              • Fantasy Football Scout Member
              • Has Moderation Rights
              • 12 Years
              10 years, 1 month ago

              Lukaku.

              Ah well, a month could be enough for Tekkers. Amazing fixtures from then on.

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

                Lukaku I'm not interested in when he is out on the wing.

                And besides, I own Baines. Remember?

                😉

                1. roscola
                  • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                  • Has Moderation Rights
                  • 12 Years
                  10 years, 1 month ago

                  I don't think he'll be out on the wing much longer. And his points won't be determined by which other Everton players you own 😉

                  But for sure, a fully fit Tekkers in a non-dysfunctional Villa with lovely fixtures is very appealing ...

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

      not yet he's not

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

        I know. I have two place holders in mind for the next month.

    4. Give The Todd Some Love
      • 13 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      I had him for about 8 weeks last season with no returns except a missed penalty

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

        Wonder if he had some issue? I remember that period. He was hopeless. Maybe it was a planned move that did not materialize or maybe he played with an injury?

  28. Mohit20
    • 10 Years
    10 years, 1 month ago

    rooney--> balotelli madness???

    1. Give The Todd Some Love
      • 13 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Balotelli has looked awful

  29. DHWizzo
    • 14 Years
    10 years, 1 month ago

    Rambo Replacement Therapy?

    Logging into FFS this morning I was tempted to write the usual replacement post, with an A, B, C to let whomever was around take their pick, Russian roulette style, on my team for next gameweek. I find this strategy rarely successful given the number of variables at play (how strong are the players responding? are they being truthful? do they know the stats?) So I have taken it upon myself to pull some of the numbers, do the hard graft and make (shock or shocks) a decision for myself.

    Options 1: Keep Rambo - Always an option when an injury like this comes up and with prices changing at glacier speed this year, it could actually work out. I suspect Rambo will drop by 0.2-0.3 max over the month he is on the sidelines and if there are other problems in your squad could be an option. For me though, he has to go. Not showing the same position and attacking intent as last season and even without the injury was looking suspect.

    Option 2: Angel Di Maria - The most exciting player in the game right now, given his sparkling last few games. Questions around his fantasy potential long-term have to be raised though, as does debate around his role at MUFC v Real. Now in 31% of teams, the majority think he will be the main man and all the rivals in my mini-leagues (which I am leading) have him. As an MUFC supporter, he is the obvious go to.

    Option 3: Tadic Time - Turning in the most attacking midfield display at the front right of a 4-3-3 this past weekend, Tadic has yet to explode out of the gates the way his stats would predict. That means he is still a little under the radar and only in 2.5% of teams. He and Southampton looked great again on the weekend and it could have been a lot more for them. Mane was also really good and I enjoyed watching this match more than any other thanks to their attaching trio.

    Option 4: Silva - Every year Silva makes an appearance in my team. Every year he stays for 4-6 weeks with 1-2 good returns but nothing more. In only 10% of squads, apart from Aguero, he really seems like the only option for City cover over their strong run of fixtures.

    Option 5: The others - Chadli, Ozil, Mata, Ox, are all worth a look. My initial thought was to go straight for Mata, but the idea of a 3-week band-aide that will likely require another transfer (and likely -4) can't be overlooked. I find those short-terms punts rarely work out as it is a long-old season. There is also an argument he doesn't get right back in the squad. MUFC are far from firing and LVG could go to a 4-3-3 with Janujaz or maybe Valencia brought into the fold. Carrick is close as well, so Herrera (if fit) could push forward. My heart says Mata, my head says No-Mata.

    The great part about this decision is it becomes really easy when you look at the number. My gut tells me ADM or Tadic. Perhaps surprisingly though, Tadic has the better numbers. He gets forward much more, has more influence on the game creatively, has the ball about as often as ADM and Silva, and spends all his time in the opponents box. The only factor is he hasn't score, which if he had converted a couple would make it no contest. Head-to-head comes out for Tadic over ADM.

    I then looked at Tadic v Silva and thought it would be a similar story - boy was I wrong. Silva's numbers are outstanding and edge him ahead of Tadic in terms of touches and creativity. Big difference though is that Tadic is on penalties as well and Silva can go missing for games. He has a goal as well, which we know will come but based on Tadic's touches in the box and shots on target make this one very close.

    Of the other's to consider, Chadli, Mata and Ox don't even really compare to Silva and Tadic. Surprisingly Ozil doesn't come off too badly, but as a past Ozil owner I don't look forward to him going missing for games on end either.

    So that means it is between Tadic and Silva. Looking at fixtures, both have a great run coming up, with Southampton edging it in the short-term and City in the longer-term. The other factor to consider is that I do already have Pelle, which ultimately may mean I go for Silva.

    That said, Tadic seems to be the start pick and I haven't even mentioned price.

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

      Easy Silva

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

      Downing is the most obvious one short term until Walcott comes back. Two great fixtures, price, form.

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

        Ouch, risky pick for sure. He has played well for 2 of his past 60 fixtures.

        Looking at the stats, he is way behind Tadic as well. Tadic has more than 120 more touches in the final third and triple the touches in the penalty box.

        Downing not even a consideration for me.

    3. Hyperion
      • 13 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      You didn't mention Fabregas for those of us that don't have him yet. 😛

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

        Good point.

        Sterling and Fabs for those without is an option, though I still think Tadic and Silva are better choices.

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

          Cheers!

  30. Beavis
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 13 Years
    10 years, 1 month ago

    Siggy > Dorrans/Brunt might be good in a couple of weeks to facilitate Di Maria > Sanchez. If Wally is back though then can get Mane instead. All depends on Siggy this week imo.

    1. Not Irish
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Can't believe it's come to do or die for him this week but that's where I'm at as well.

      Although I may captain him. 😆

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

      Don't go there.

      Just don't.

      1. Beavis
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 13 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        Where? WBA mf or Sanchez?

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

          Both.

          1. Beavis
            • Fantasy Football Scout Member
            • 13 Years
            10 years, 1 month ago

            Hmm interesting that you say that. Have another week or 2 to think it through but just think that Sanchez will be a great option in a few weeks when they start spanking lower table teams for 2 and 3 goals.

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

              Maybe I'm still having nightmares about Sessgnon. Brunt never did anything when I owned him. Morrison always stole his thunder. Dorrans was the "new kid on the block" when WBA got promoted a while back but he was either injured or never in the team.

              Sanchez and where he fits into at Arsenal is a mystery. It's like his versatility is actually a drawback. Arsenal have to many injuries for my liking at the moment.