Fixtures

Frisking the Fixtures – Gameweek 10 – The Strong

Our first foray into the upcoming fixture schedule over the next four to six Gameweeks sees the league leaders handed the chance to strengthen their title tilt. The prospects also look good for both Merseyside rivals, whilst Sam Allardyce has much to smile about as West Ham braces themselves for a kind run of matches as well.

CHELSEA

“frisking

Despite their late setback against Man United at the weekend, Jose Mourinho’s side are still riding high at the summit. What’s more, the Blues welcome relegation candidates QPR to Stamford Bridge next weekend, with trips to the stuttering defences of Liverpool and Sunderland also in the next four. Home clashes with Tottenham and West Brom are also unlikely to hold too much fear, with Chelsea’s unbeaten status testament to the dominant manner in which they have begun this season.

At the back, Cesar Azpilicueta will sit out the QPR encounter before returning from suspension away to Liverpool in Gameweek 11. Filipe Luis, then, has just one more chance in the league to justify his claim for a regular starting spot at left-back – a situation which would, of course, work favourably for Fantasy managers, with the Spaniard available for just 5.4 in the Fantasy Premier League (FPL) game. With such uncertainty surrounding the left back berth, Branislav Ivanovic’s guaranteed pitch time and attacking threat ensure that he continues to look the best option in the Blues’ rearguard, despite being the most expensive defender in FPL at 7.3 – the Serbian serves his one-match ban in tonight’s Capital One Cup clash with Shrewsbury.

Further up the field, the consistency of Cesc Fabregas, who has now returned points in all but two rounds of fixtures this season, means he currently holds the edge over Eden Hazard for a spot in our midfields, though the latter still looks the more explosive option, and with an ownership of just 14.6%, is also a significant differential. Up top, Diego Costa has failed to feature in each of Chelsea’s last three in all competitions, and has resultantly seen a decline in ownership – the forward has been shifted on by almost 34,000 owners since the weekend. However, a return to fitness across the Blues’ upcoming fixtures could see him hit form again and come back to haunt those who have already lost faith in the Premier League’s joint top scorer.

WEST HAM

“frisking

Having shocked Man City at the weekend, the Hammers now embark on a superb run of fixtures which could well see them cement their surprise place in the top four. An away trip to Everton in Gameweek 12 could prove testing, but that match aside, it won’t be until the Gameweek 18 clash with Chelsea that Sam Allardyce’s side will be considered the underdogs. A home encounter with Aston Villa, who lost out to QPR last night, follows this weekend’s meeting with Stoke, as the east Londoners look to continue the form that has seen them win each of their last their three in the league.

Diafra Sakho now has seven goals in his last seven appearances in all competitions for the Hammers, and at 5.7, the forward continues to look one of the best budget attacking options around. We will, however, have to await further news on his shoulder injury. Available for the same price is Stewart Downing, who has been reinvigorated under Allardyce and has proved a pivotal figure in the Hammers’ midfield this season – his total of three assists thus far is better than any team-mate.

At the back, meanwhile, Adrian could prove a great pick between the sticks, whilst Aaron Cresswell has notched back-to-back assists as his marauding runs from left-back are starting to bear fruit. The Hammers may have only tallied one clean sheet so far but they have only conceded two goals in their last three, and as last Saturday demonstrated, they have the potential to stand up to even the most creative of attacks.

EVERTON

“frisking

After an uncertain start to the campaign, the Toffees are beginning to hit their stride, having picked up two consecutive league wins and notched six goals across those encounters. Their return to form couldn’t be better timed, with three home fixtures in the next five sure to offer them the chance to accumulate the points, whilst away days against out-of-sorts Sunderland and Spurs could also prove profitable.

Leighton Baines now leads the way for defenders in FPL, and with six assists to his name, has already bettered his tally from last season. However, for those unable to stump up the 7.2 needed for his services, Phil Jagielka comes in at a much more budget friendly 5.5, and has scored twice in his last four league outings. Further up the park, we are yet to see a stand-out option in the Toffees’ midfield, though they do offer us forward options at a range of prices. Romelu Lukaku is available for 9.1 and is beginning to show some consistency with four goals in his last six, whilst Samuel Eto’o (5.6) underlined his potential with a brace against Burnley on Sunday. Steven Naismith is even cheaper at 5.1, though has only notched once in his last six in the league.

LIVERPOOL

“frisking

Brendan Rodgers’ boys may not be setting the world alight right now, but their upcoming schedule, combined with the imminent comeback of Daniel Sturridge, could see their fortunes turn around quickly. The home clash with Chelsea in Gameweek 11 will certainly test their title ambitions but the surrounding fixtures all hold the potential for returns, with the following two home fixtures against Stoke and Leicester looking particularly appealing.

A clean sheet against Hull on Saturday is unlikely to tempt too many to invest in their defence, though for those predicting an upturn in defensive form, it’s worth noting that the attacking left-back Alberto Moreno has earned two bonus points in both matches his side have managed a clean sheet. In midfield, Raheem Sterling’s owners may be persuaded to hold as the 8.9-valued England starlet looks to find his first goal since Gameweek 5, whilst further up the pitch, Liverpool fans and Fantasy managers alike will be eagerly awaiting the return of Sturridge from his calf injury. The forward, though a huge gamble at 11.2, could prove an outstanding differential across their kind schedule.

Also Consider:

Arsenal
The Gunners found their first win in four against Sunderland at the weekend, and with a home clash with Burnley and trip to Swansea up next, Arsene Wenger’s side will be confident of building on that victory. Alexis Sanchez has accumulated 29 points over his last two displays and finally looks to be justifying his 10.4 valuation, though managers are also advised to monitor Theo Walcott who could emerge as a differential alternative to the Chilean once fit. Danny Welbeck is still the cheapest regularly starting attacker and continues to look a threat for his 7.4 price tag – the forward will be relishing the chance to face former side Man United in Gameweek 12 and also squares up to Swansea and West Brom in the next four. At 4.6, Calum Chambers offers an excellent-value route into the back-four.

Burnley
They may still be without a win since their promotion to the top flight, but Sean Dyche’s side have finally found their goalscoring boots in recent weeks and now have the platform to finally pick up their first three points. Home clashes with Hull, Aston Villa and Newcastle await them in the next five, and with star striker Danny Ings (5.7) back in the side and amongst the goals at the weekend, a victory doesn’t seem too far off now for the Clarets. Scott Arfield and George Boyd offer budget options in midfield, whilst Kieran Trippier’s raids down the right may yet prove key to his side’s attacking intentions.

Aston Villa
Having emerged from a horrendous run of fixtures with just three points to show for their toils, Villa failed to impress against QPR last night. Nonetheless, their forthcoming schedule offers plenty of opportunity to get back on the right track, with trips to West Ham, Burnley and Crystal Palace now imminent. With at least two goals conceded in each of their last five in the league, investment in Villa’s defence still looks unlikely for now, and their fortunes may well rest in the hands of their attackers, with Christian Benteke searching for his first goal since his return from injury and Gabby Agbonlahor looking to notch for the first time since back-to-back strikes in Gameweeks 3 and 4.

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  1. Buck The Trent
    • 13 Years
    10 years, 5 days ago

    Forster
    Baines Berti Wisdom (Dummett Moore)
    ADM Sterling Siggy Chadli (4.4)
    Costa Kun Welbz

    1 FT, 2.0 itb

    Best move for this week?

    A Sterling to Hazard
    B ADM, Sterling to Hazard, Sanchez (-4)

    1. Game of Stones
      • 10 Years
      10 years, 5 days ago

      I don't understand why people would get rid of Di Maria...
      A or save.

      1. Buck The Trent
        • 13 Years
        10 years, 5 days ago

        Personally I dont want to either, just throwing some options out there

        1. Game of Stones
          • 10 Years
          10 years, 5 days ago

          Just saw no Fab. Would do A then.

    2. DonTheSpecialOne
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 14 Years
      10 years, 5 days ago

      I think both options look good. Saving is an option also, but I would want some Chelsea cover, their fixtures looks nice. A is probably the best bet, you decide if you want to sell ADM for a hit

      1. DonTheSpecialOne
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 14 Years
        10 years, 5 days ago

        I see now you already own Costa. I still think Haz is one of the best options for this GW

      2. Buck The Trent
        • 13 Years
        10 years, 5 days ago

        Thanks,. You are right, probably not for a hit.

    3. RSe
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 5 days ago

      I'm contemplating A

    4. Point Magnets
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 5 days ago

      If i was u i would do Costa 》 Berahino and Chadli 》Hazard

      1. Buck The Trent
        • 13 Years
        10 years, 5 days ago

        maybe a bit too late now given Costa price drop in last couple of weeks
        should have done it long time ago

  2. Cilly Bonnolly
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 13 Years
    10 years, 5 days ago

    Everything look in order for the weekend? Would captain Costa if it wasn't for the fear of him making a ten minute, one point cameo appearance. On a wildcard so transfer suggestions welcome if you spot anything. Zero in the bank though.

    Forster
    Bertrand, Baines, Chambers
    Fabregas (v), Sanchez (c), Jedinak, Sigurdsson
    Berahino, Aguero, Costa

    Subs: Myhill, Wisdom, Downing, N. Taylor

    1. Buck The Trent
      • 13 Years
      10 years, 5 days ago

      I'd play Downing ahead of Jedinak
      Also, maybe Jedinak to 4.4, and bank the cash for rainy days

      1. Point Magnets
        • 11 Years
        10 years, 5 days ago

        Defo play Downing. his been unlucky last few gwks. his due points and has created the most chances in the league so far joint with fabregas.

  3. DonTheSpecialOne
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 14 Years
    10 years, 5 days ago

    Thoughts on Stoke chances of a CS against Hammers? How confident I was on picking Bego from the start with those fixtures.. 2 CS in the first 9 games, and a total of only 12(!) saves so far.

    1. Game of Stones
      • 10 Years
      10 years, 5 days ago

      Depends on Sakho

      1. Jebiga
        • 12 Years
        10 years, 5 days ago

        This ! If Sakho plays, i will play moore over wilson. If not, Sakho on the bench, playing wilson, moore first sub 😀

        1. DonTheSpecialOne
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 14 Years
          10 years, 5 days ago

          Good point I guess. Sakho looking really good

          1. Jebiga
            • 12 Years
            10 years, 5 days ago

            6 goals in 6 starts 😀 thats enough for me.
            + migthy valencia make his friendship in attack

            1. DonTheSpecialOne
              • Fantasy Football Scout Member
              • 14 Years
              10 years, 5 days ago

              Indeed! And Wham's fixtures are also really nice up until GW18! Might ship Pelle for Sakho in GW13

    2. Guy Demel's SH
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 5 days ago

      Unlikely. West Ham have scored in every game since the opening day of the season.

      Glad I shipped Shawcross last week - ended up a terrible buy.

      1. DonTheSpecialOne
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 14 Years
        10 years, 5 days ago

        Yep.. Afraid so.

        Sounds like a good trade, I only have 1 FT, don't know if I'll "waste" it now for another GK.

    3. Puyol Pants Up
      • 10 Years
      10 years, 5 days ago

      Even if Sahko doesn't play. Enner Valencia will be lurking.

      1. Jebiga
        • 12 Years
        10 years, 5 days ago

        thats also true, but stoke are good in defence @ home

    4. Arvin-ation
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 5 days ago

      I'm afraid it's very unlikely, Don.

      1. Arvin-ation
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 11 Years
        10 years, 5 days ago

        Okay, maybe not VERY unlikely...just to give you some hope 😉

        1. DonTheSpecialOne
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 14 Years
          10 years, 5 days ago

          😀

    5. Hibbo
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 12 Years
      10 years, 5 days ago

      Good old Don how are ye?

      1. DonTheSpecialOne
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 14 Years
        10 years, 5 days ago

        Tony, what's up man? I'm all good, not that happy with my team but trying to hold my WC, waiting for the January WC, that will come really handy! How are you pal?

        1. Hibbo
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 12 Years
          10 years, 5 days ago

          Going OK.

          Around 10k my ID is 12805.

          Team alright I'd like Hazard in this weekend and my defence is pretty shit but its somehow turning out some points so I'm nearly thinking of holding a tfr this week to give me more wiggle room in the future. Either do that or make a defensive transfer. Holding my wildcard this year and playing tighter with a lot less hits.

          If I have to take one every 8 weeks that's fine as a rule of thumb but trying to keep it at 4 for the season if possible with two wildcards.

          1. DonTheSpecialOne
            • Fantasy Football Scout Member
            • 14 Years
            10 years, 5 days ago

            10k is a great start. I'm just outside 40k, which isn't good at all but neither really bad, I never start off great so hopefully I'll start climbing soon.

            Just saw your team, I've got a shitty defence myself. I'd save, 2 FT's next week to sort it up, if you have to, make 3 transfers for a hit. That's not bad sort of like a mini WC.

            1. Hibbo
              • Fantasy Football Scout Member
              • 12 Years
              10 years, 5 days ago

              Yeah think I might go with this thanks Don.

              I could have to make some big calls next week that I'm just not certain of this week.

              1. DonTheSpecialOne
                • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                • 14 Years
                10 years, 5 days ago

                Best of luck bud. (c)?

                1. Hibbo
                  • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                  • 12 Years
                  10 years, 5 days ago

                  Costa.

                  Think it'll be very split this week so many options.

                  Think Costa will be a differential as captain need to press that home if I can.

                  1. DonTheSpecialOne
                    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                    • 14 Years
                    10 years, 5 days ago

                    Thinking the same.. Or Aguero. Haz tempting me but already failed once this season when giving him the armband.

  4. Owd Big 'Ed
    • 15 Years
    10 years, 5 days ago

    Any thoughts on what to do with this team would be much appreciated:

    De Gea, Gilks
    Baines, Bertrand, Taylor, Hutton, Wisdom
    Fabregas, Sterling, Sigurdsson, Chadli, Marney
    Costa, Aguero, Pelle

    0.2 ITB, 1 FT.

    1. Game of Stones
      • 10 Years
      10 years, 5 days ago

      De Gea out or save.

      1. Buck The Trent
        • 13 Years
        10 years, 5 days ago

        this

    2. Puyol Pants Up
      • 10 Years
      10 years, 5 days ago

      DDG out.

  5. Jebiga
    • 12 Years
    10 years, 5 days ago

    Once in a life, please Hazard hatty this week ! 🙂

    1. RSe
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 5 days ago

      you going to (C)?

      1. Jebiga
        • 12 Years
        10 years, 5 days ago

        Probably, have awesome alternatives (aguero, sanchez, sakho, fabregas, welbeck, baines), but i will follow my gut with hazard (c)

    2. Moin
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 5 days ago

      Wouldn't mind that!

    3. DonTheSpecialOne
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 14 Years
      10 years, 5 days ago

      Chelsea have really nice fixtures.. Wouldn't be surprised if Haz explodes this week

      1. Jebiga
        • 12 Years
        10 years, 5 days ago

        Have some feeling about that, he was just unlucky against utd

  6. The Mandalorian
    • 12 Years
    10 years, 5 days ago

    toke City have told defender Ryan Shawcross, 27, not to man-mark at set-pieces as they fear he is being targeted by referees for his "grappling". (Daily Mail)

    I thought grappling was a form of wrestling.

    1. The Mandalorian
      • 12 Years
      10 years, 5 days ago

      *Stoke*

  7. HVT
    • 14 Years
    10 years, 5 days ago

    Any chance of another Costa price drop before Sat?

    1. Jebiga
      • 12 Years
      10 years, 5 days ago

      I realy dont know why he still have flag if mourinho said hes fit ?

    2. Doosra - ☭DeclanMyGenius…
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 14 Years
      10 years, 5 days ago

      Every chance.

      1. HVT
        • 14 Years
        10 years, 5 days ago

        .1 short in a combo....
        Pelle / Hutton > Costa / Chambers,
        Sell sell sell!!!

  8. Puyol Pants Up
    • 10 Years
    10 years, 5 days ago

    Costa (C)

    Who to VC?
    Aguero/Pelle/Baines/Sterling/ADM

    1. Game of Stones
      • 10 Years
      10 years, 5 days ago

      Aguero or Pelle.

    2. Jebiga
      • 12 Years
      10 years, 5 days ago

      It all depends, if hes realy injured, mourinho wouldt rush him against qpr, right ?

      1. Game of Stones
        • 10 Years
        10 years, 5 days ago

        He would probably want to get him match fit again for Liverpool.
        Could also play him against Maribor, but he would probably rest him then.

        1. Jebiga
          • 12 Years
          10 years, 5 days ago

          thats true

  9. Arvin-ation
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 11 Years
    10 years, 5 days ago

    Thoughts?

    A) DDG + Sterling ----> Foster + Hazard (-4)

    B) DDG + Sterling ----> Jakucrazypovic + Sanchez

    C) Sterling + Tadic ----> Hazard + Chadli/Barkley

    Cheers 🙂

    1. Game of Stones
      • 10 Years
      10 years, 5 days ago

      A

      1. Arvin-ation
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 11 Years
        10 years, 5 days ago

        Thanks mate! Looks like I'll be taking that route.

    2. DonTheSpecialOne
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 14 Years
      10 years, 5 days ago

      Def. not C mate.

      I think A looks best even though WBA have a few nasty games coming up in 12 and 13.. There's always save points though!

      1. Arvin-ation
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 11 Years
        10 years, 5 days ago

        Yeah, probably not a good idea to ditch Tadic for ahit.

        Thanks mate 🙂 A looks my likeliest transfer combo..

        Any keeper up to 4.6m so Guzan comes into contention....reckon Foster edges it though. Not sure. What do you think?

        1. DonTheSpecialOne
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 14 Years
          10 years, 5 days ago

          Foster vs. Guzan.. Not an easy one. Think Villa's fixtures are just a little bit better.. Season ticker suggests Villa have better chances of clean sheets over the next 5.

      2. BeardedOldMan
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 12 Years
        10 years, 5 days ago

        Why is everyone loving hazard?! Sure he was awesome last year... But he's not firing this year (yet), doesn't have many touches in the box, shots on target or chances created... And this fixture is not usually high scoring. Just don't get it!

        1. DonTheSpecialOne
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 14 Years
          10 years, 5 days ago

          Well he's one of the best players in the league, 23 goals, 26 assists and 45 bonus his first two seasons. I think he's been really good so far even though not returning fantasy points. Have a look at Chelsea's fixtures, this could be the time he really starts bringing them in. He's their penalty taker as well, which is a big plus.

          1. BeardedOldMan
            • Fantasy Football Scout Member
            • 12 Years
            10 years, 5 days ago

            Thanks don, will watch with interest and trepidation

    3. Doosra - ☭DeclanMyGenius…
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 14 Years
      10 years, 5 days ago

      Did you see my post, last page?

      Sorry - busy morning! 🙂

      1. Arvin-ation
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 11 Years
        10 years, 5 days ago

        Just seen it, and replied!

        No worries 🙂

  10. FPL Mike the Knight
    • 13 Years
    10 years, 5 days ago

    Any changes needed with my 1FT for this week?

    Krul (Bego)
    Baines, Bertrand, Clyne (Hutton, Duff)
    Fabs (VC), Di Maria, Sterling, Chadli (Siggy)
    Costa (C), Pelle, Welbz

    0.2 in bank

    1. DonTheSpecialOne
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 14 Years
      10 years, 5 days ago

      Nah definitely save. I'd consider playing Bego over Krul

      1. FPL Mike the Knight
        • 13 Years
        10 years, 5 days ago

        Cheers dude, I was wondering about that as well, West Ham look much more potent than Pool at the mo though. Might depend on Sakho's fitness

  11. trinzoo
    • 10 Years
    10 years, 5 days ago

    Who to play from this def folks ?

    Baines (SWA) / Colo (LIV) / Taylor (eve) / Hutton (TOT) / Moore (WBA)

    1. Arvin-ation
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 5 days ago

      Baines, Hutton, Colo

    2. Game of Stones
      • 10 Years
      10 years, 5 days ago

      Baines, Hutton & Moore.

    3. FPL Mike the Knight
      • 13 Years
      10 years, 5 days ago

      Baines, Colo and Moore

      1. trinzoo
        • 10 Years
        10 years, 5 days ago

        Thanks all, so I know shouldn't be Taylor 🙂 still a question who to bench from Hutton/Moore/Colo - if Sturridge plays then Colo, hopefully it will be clear before the deadline

        1. FPL Mike the Knight
          • 13 Years
          10 years, 5 days ago

          I'm sure Spurs will score at Villa, Liverpool don't have much attacking threat at the moment.

  12. Just A Hat
    • 15 Years
    10 years, 5 days ago

    I know it has probably been discussed 1000 time already but what is "normally" be available meant to mean?! Normally, as in, versing a proper team and not QPR?

    1. Arvin-ation
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 5 days ago

      probably

    2. FPL Mike the Knight
      • 13 Years
      10 years, 5 days ago

      In normal circumstances

      1. FPL Mike the Knight
        • 13 Years
        10 years, 5 days ago

        "all being well"

        1. Just A Hat
          • 15 Years
          10 years, 5 days ago

          ahh 🙂

  13. LewanGOALski
    • 13 Years
    10 years, 5 days ago

    Forster
    Baines Moreno Clyne
    Fabregas Sanchez Sterling Siggy
    Costa Pelle Welbeck

    4.0 - PvA - Albrighton - Collocini

    as it seems Costa may actually play vs QPR should I just save my FT?

    1. Game of Stones
      • 10 Years
      10 years, 5 days ago

      I'd get rid of Moreno.

      1. LewanGOALski
        • 13 Years
        10 years, 5 days ago

        Not that bad fixture this week though

    2. Arvin-ation
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 5 days ago

      Save

  14. Tsssst
    • 13 Years
    10 years, 5 days ago

    me

    krul
    chambers baines clyne
    sterling ADM sigurdsson fab
    pelle welbeck aguero

    rival 12 points behind

    hart
    lovren azpi shawcross
    sanchez sterling sig mccarthy
    berahino pelle costa

    -

    should i take a hit to get berahino, sanchez or costa

  15. La Roja
    • 12 Years
    10 years, 5 days ago

    Anybody else is shitting themselves cos no Costa.

    Gulp

    1. PlayPercentage
      • 14 Years
      10 years, 5 days ago

      I'm the same about not having Di Maria.

    2. Jebiga
      • 12 Years
      10 years, 5 days ago

      Me ! But have Fabregas and Hazard (C) 🙂

  16. PlayPercentage
    • 14 Years
    10 years, 5 days ago

    Odds on Steve Bruce for the new Fulham manager slashed from 50/1 to 5/2.
    No smoke without fire.

  17. Guy Demel's SH
    • 11 Years
    10 years, 5 days ago

    Anyone remember when Stoke were going to be the 'surprise package' of the season 😆

    Glad I didn't fall into the Bojan/Arnie trap!

  18. Lawrø
    • 12 Years
    10 years, 5 days ago

    Welbeck owners, what are your transfer plans? It may appear silly to transfer Danny boy out prior to such a tasty fixture but the allure of your Pelles and your Berahinos is tempting... I assume none of you will be getting rid?

    1. Olivier Bernards watch
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 10 Years
      10 years, 5 days ago

      No way. He'll come good.

      1. Lawrø
        • 12 Years
        10 years, 5 days ago

        I feel like he'll be an explosive striker, he'll pop with a brace once a month... I don't know if I have the patience for that!

    2. Just A Hat
      • 15 Years
      10 years, 5 days ago

      Keep for 2 more games, if he does nothing I will do Wellbeck -> Sahko, Cheap Defender -> Baines

      1. Lawrø
        • 12 Years
        10 years, 5 days ago

        Getting Baines in seems like a good move.

    3. Doosra - ☭DeclanMyGenius…
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 14 Years
      10 years, 5 days ago

      Got rid last Sunday.

      1. Lawrø
        • 12 Years
        10 years, 5 days ago

        The straw that broke the camel's back! Who did you bring in for him?

        1. Doosra - ☭DeclanMyGenius…
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 14 Years
          10 years, 5 days ago

          Berahino. Part of my Sánchez/Baines master plan! 😀

    4. Think Tank
      • 10 Years
      10 years, 5 days ago

      Keeping for now.

      1. Lawrø
        • 12 Years
        10 years, 5 days ago

        Probably wise...

    5. Guy Demel's SH
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 5 days ago

      Will not be getting rid this week. This may be his last chance though.

      1. Lawrø
        • 12 Years
        10 years, 5 days ago

        This will probably be my course of action... or inaction!

    6. Chelsea Rangers Loyal
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 5 days ago

      Keeping, for now. If he blanks at home to Burnley then it's the Spanish Archer for Danny boy!

      1. Lawrø
        • 12 Years
        10 years, 5 days ago

        😀

    7. Ludo
      • 10 Years
      10 years, 5 days ago

      Dropping him for Costa. Would be for a hit this week though, so might wait until after Burnley, depending on what Mourinho says on Friday...

      1. Lawrø
        • 12 Years
        10 years, 5 days ago

        I'd be fearful of not owning Costa, a hit may be necessary!

        1. Ludo
          • 10 Years
          10 years, 5 days ago

          I know... Welbeck could have another Galatasaray game, but Costa home to QPR...

  19. Just A Hat
    • 15 Years
    10 years, 5 days ago

    Also, I've never known so many teams to go on a run of such favourable fixtures in any other season apart from this one.

  20. Jebiga
    • 12 Years
    10 years, 5 days ago

    @ Doosra

    Will Sakho play against Stoke ? What do you think as a West Ham fan ?

    1. Doosra - ☭DeclanMyGenius…
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 14 Years
      10 years, 5 days ago

      No. Not at all. But he SHOULD play against Villa.

      1. Jebiga
        • 12 Years
        10 years, 5 days ago

        Thanks

      2. Guy Demel's SH
        • 11 Years
        10 years, 5 days ago

        Who do you think will replace him?

        1. Arvin-ation
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 11 Years
          10 years, 5 days ago

          Zarate maybe? Carrol? Nolan? Okay...I obviously have no clue. Put down Zarate and then just kept going as they popped into my head 😆

          1. Guy Demel's SH
            • 11 Years
            10 years, 5 days ago

            Zarate is apparently injured. Carroll isnt match fit. Nolan would probably require a change of formation/style.

            Could be Carlton.

          2. Doosra - ☭DeclanMyGenius…
            • Fantasy Football Scout Member
            • 14 Years
            10 years, 5 days ago

            Zarate will definitely come on this weekend. The question is when. Nolan too, I expect.

        2. Doosra - ☭DeclanMyGenius…
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 14 Years
          10 years, 5 days ago

          Carlton Cole. Would have started against Stoke anyway, I believe.

          1. Jebiga
            • 12 Years
            10 years, 5 days ago

            This !

  21. FISSH
    • 11 Years
    10 years, 5 days ago

    Not sure what to do without Hazard, Sanchez or Costa.

    If Costa is declared fit, would it be madness to get rid of Welbeck to get him in?

    Thinking of just doing Sterling to Hazard instead.

    1. Buck The Trent
      • 13 Years
      10 years, 5 days ago

      Thinking the same

  22. Crouch Potato!
    • 13 Years
    10 years, 5 days ago

    Mourinho said: “Normally Ramires and Diego Costa are back. Normally we will have only [Loïc] Rémy as an injured player and [Cesar] Azpilicueta suspended.

    Costa fit and will start as far as I'm concerned.

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

      Ramires back means less game time for Oscar ?

      1. Chelsea Rangers Loyal
        • 11 Years
        10 years, 5 days ago

        As a Chelsea fan I hope not! Probably even less time for Mikel.

  23. Fantasy Gold
    • 10 Years
    10 years, 5 days ago

    Any opinions on how best to use my FT? Not afraid of taking a hit if it's for the right player.

    Begovic McCarthy
    Baines Moreno Clyne Naylor Moore
    Sterling Siggy Fabregas Tadic Boyd
    Aguero Welbeck Pelle

    1 FT, 2.3 itb.

    1. Moin
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 5 days ago

      The only transfer I can think of is Bego --> Adrian/Guzan...rest looks fine or Save it

    2. FPL Mike the Knight
      • 13 Years
      10 years, 5 days ago

      Can't see much needs doing, good team. Only one I would shift on is Moreno. Would advise Costa in for Welbz but not this week.

      1. Fantasy Gold
        • 10 Years
        10 years, 5 days ago

        thanks

  24. Moin
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 11 Years
    10 years, 5 days ago

    I can do Welbeck + Silva --> Sakho + Sanchez for a hit...but can do it for free next week as well..better to wait right?

    1. Jebiga
      • 12 Years
      10 years, 5 days ago

      Depends if Sakho will play or not, probably not

      1. Moin
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 11 Years
        10 years, 5 days ago

        yeah..free is always better than a hit..

    2. Doosra - ☭DeclanMyGenius…
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 14 Years
      10 years, 5 days ago

      OK. You have missed the price movements, anyway.

      I did it all on Sunday.

      1. Moin
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 11 Years
        10 years, 5 days ago

        on Sunday? 😯

        But I am considering Valencia over Sakho...just because many people aren't picking him in 😉

          1. Moin
            • Fantasy Football Scout Member
            • 11 Years
            10 years, 5 days ago

            quite one way stat if you compare both...but don't you think Valencia is soon to explode?

            1. Doosra - ☭DeclanMyGenius…
              • Fantasy Football Scout Member
              • 14 Years
              10 years, 5 days ago

              I hope so. But my tables are normally very reliable.

              He will get assists regularly, though.

              1. Moin
                • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                • 11 Years
                10 years, 5 days ago

                hmm..better to pic Sakho then! Thanks! 🙂

  25. Kings of Lyon ★
    • 14 Years
    10 years, 5 days ago

    What dates are the next round of the League Cup?

    1. Ludo
      • 10 Years
      10 years, 5 days ago

      Mid December

    2. FISSH
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 5 days ago

      google.

      1. Kings of Lyon ★
        • 14 Years
        10 years, 5 days ago

        Effort

  26. rishad
    • 10 Years
    10 years, 5 days ago

    Keeper: Smeichel (Guzan)
    Def: Iva, Coleman, Bertrand, Wisdom (Vlaar)
    Mid: Fabregas, Di Maria, Eriksen, Downing (Hendo)
    For: Aguero, Welback (Naismith)
    Actually not happy with my team. But already taken (-4) hit. So nothing to do now but hoping for the best.
    Who should be the captain??
    I am doomed 🙁

    1. whoracle
      • 13 Years
      10 years, 5 days ago

      Aguero C

      1. rishad
        • 10 Years
        10 years, 5 days ago

        Ok. Thanks

    2. Moin
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 5 days ago

      Captain Fabregas

      1. rishad
        • 10 Years
        10 years, 5 days ago

        Food for thought then

  27. Mark
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • Has Moderation Rights
    • 17 Years
    10 years, 5 days ago

    Apparently Mark Clattenburg was forced to chat to Neil Warnock on his mobile after Saturday's match and then sit through two hours of Ed Sheeran. I thought my weekends were punishing.

    http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/football/premier-league/mark-clattenburg-referee-suspended-from-the-premier-league-this-weekend-because-he-wanted-to-watch-an-ed-sheeran-concert-9824725.html

    1. Doosra - ☭DeclanMyGenius…
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 14 Years
      10 years, 5 days ago

      😆

    2. d1sable
      • Has Moderation Rights
      10 years, 5 days ago

      lol

  28. The Governor
    • 10 Years
    10 years, 5 days ago

    How come Alexis Sanchez is "protected" on totalFPL?

    I lost £0.1m on Sterling dropping last night too 🙁

    1. Doosra - ☭DeclanMyGenius…
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 14 Years
      10 years, 5 days ago

      TotalFeckuPL

      1. DonTheSpecialOne
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 14 Years
        10 years, 5 days ago

        🙂

    2. TorresMagic™
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • Has Moderation Rights
      • 15 Years
      10 years, 5 days ago

      Season long "protected" bug.

  29. Think Tank
    • 10 Years
    10 years, 5 days ago

    With Fab on 4 yellows and Haz's form seemingly on the up, is now a good time to make the switch? With so many heavy hitting mids on people's watchlists, I can imagine lots would transfer Fab out if suspended. A yellow card in either QPR or Liverpool game would see him flagged over the international break - which would allow plenty of time for some price drops.

      1. Think Tank
        • 10 Years
        10 years, 5 days ago

        Cheers for the table, need to keep some Chelsea cover though as am currently without Costa.

        1. Doosra - ☭DeclanMyGenius…
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 14 Years
          10 years, 5 days ago

          Oscar?

      2. Kings of Lyon ★
        • 14 Years
        10 years, 5 days ago

        That table is extremely interesting

  30. rocrocodile
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 14 Years
    10 years, 5 days ago

    I can't afford Sanchez without taking a hit. A defensive transfer is boring, but is this the best way to spend a FT? Or should I save?

    N. Taylor ---> Chambers

    Krul / McCarthy
    Baines / Clyne / Wilson / N. Taylor / Hutton
    Di Maria / Fabregas / Sterling / Siggy / Boyd
    Aguero / Pellé / Welbeck

    1. Doosra - ☭DeclanMyGenius…
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 14 Years
      10 years, 5 days ago

      No, not imo.

      1. rocrocodile
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 14 Years
        10 years, 5 days ago

        Save the FT, then?

        1. Doosra - ☭DeclanMyGenius…
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 14 Years
          10 years, 5 days ago

          Sterling to Sánchez
          Welbeck to Berahino?