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UEFA Champions League Fantasy Game Goes Live

6 September 2011 1648 comments
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With the August transfer window now firmly closed, the thirty-two clubs participating in this season’s Champions League have subsequently entered their official squads to UEFA.

The tournament kicks off on Tuesday September 13 – that’s a week today – and Fantasy managers will be pleased to know they have the option of another game to test their managerial abilities – the UEFA Fantasy Champions League has opened for business, allowing you to consider the merits of Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo and, of course, Alberto Aquilani for your fifteen-man squads.

This season we will not only be re-opening the Scout League (code: 212-74) for another title tilt but will be setting aside the regular Scout cap and donning a beret, fedora or perhaps even a Ushanka in order to provide coverage of the tournament over the course of this season. Whether it’s the continental glamour tie of Barcelona vs Milan or the perhaps slightly less appealing APOEL vs Zenit, every game will get some level of mention with player picks thrown in as we go.

Keep your eyes peeled across these here pages in the days to come for more information, then, but for now, let us begin tinkering with our new squads and relish the joys of being able to line up Wayne Rooney and co alongside our favourite players from La Liga, the Bundesliga and beyond.

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  1. arifv
    • 14 Years
    14 years, 7 months ago

    is walcott injured why didnt he play today

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    1. maglia rosa
      • 15 Years
      14 years, 7 months ago

      precautionary due to a hamstring strain i think...and no i dont have a source 😆

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      1. In Like Flynn.
        • Has Moderation Rights
        • 15 Years
        14 years, 7 months ago

        Correct,should be fine for weekend, we didn't need him against 117th in the world. 😉

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  2. Jake9
    • 14 Years
    14 years, 7 months ago

    Silva Or Nasri?

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    1. OPTA FPL
      • 14 Years
      14 years, 7 months ago

      hundred of questions like that here these days

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    2. maglia rosa
      • 15 Years
      14 years, 7 months ago

      silva for me outa the two...think mancini knows everything citeh do goes thro him and i think he'll improve again this season from last!!!

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  3. arifv
    • 14 Years
    14 years, 7 months ago

    nasri

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  4. the-zohan
    • 14 Years
    14 years, 7 months ago

    i would love Arteta/Walcott in my team but i would have to trade out one of my beloved Nasri-Silva combo

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  5. Magumbo
    • 14 Years
    14 years, 7 months ago

    A) young, ramsey, petrov

    B) Mata, ramsey, brunt

    C) walcott, brunt, ?? 7.1m to spend

    already got silva, and got rooney upfront so not sure if I need young and rooney

    edging towards b at the minute

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    1. The Finnisher
      • 14 Years
      14 years, 7 months ago

      B IF you have RVP
      C if not, with the 7.1 being Cabaye

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  6. Adam
    • 16 Years
    14 years, 7 months ago

    What do you think of

    Vorm, Krul
    Kompany, Briggs, Ward, De Laet, Bosingwa
    Dyer, Arteta, Nasri, Barkley, Young
    Rooney, Suarez, Dzeko

    + 0.5M

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    1. Jafalad
      • 16 Years
      14 years, 7 months ago

      My gk advice is a little different to everyone elses's because I jusy don't think you can get any better than Bergovic and Given together. A near perfect rotation at affordable prices with great opportunities for home cs on a weekly basis.

      One too many exp defender: boot Bad K, keep Bos. SUN/NEW defs are worth a look imo.

      Midpark: Too early for off-form ARS/Arteta and I'm not yet sold on Nasri at Citeh either when there are more influential players around him which will likely affect his ff score.

      I don't see the point in Barkley (no ff worth in a team that will struggle for goals) and Dyer (absolutely no worth whatsoever).

      Suggest Silva, Moses, Sess and possibly Mata.

      Fwds look excellent!

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      1. Jönny
        • 16 Years
        14 years, 7 months ago

        I was slagging off Dyer the other day until someone pointed out he's scored 2, 6 and 3 so far... not too bad for a 4.5m bench option. Better than bloody Victor Moses has managed thus far!

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        1. Just A Hat
          • 16 Years
          14 years, 7 months ago

          That was me! Yeah - Dyer is the best for a bench option at 4.5! I'm getting rid of Moses this week for Mata!

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          1. Jafalad
            • 16 Years
            14 years, 7 months ago

            Questions need to be asked 😉

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        2. Jafalad
          • 16 Years
          14 years, 7 months ago

          Keep up with your slagging, Jonny - I'll be right behind you. One of the lessons learned from last year's game was that you need 15 man squads. No worth in having bench warmers-it's just 4-5 million burning up your team doing nothing. Every player has to contribute.

          Moses will come good - he has a lot of potential.

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          1. Jönny
            • 16 Years
            14 years, 7 months ago

            Ordinarily I'd agree, but it's tough at the moment because the 5-7m bracket is underperforming. Which makes it very tempting to stick an ubercheap midfielder in and splash out on the big guns.

            Hope you're right about Moses... he'll probably score this weekend whilst sat on my bench.

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            1. Jafalad
              • 16 Years
              14 years, 7 months ago

              I agree, there is a dearth of Charlie Adams types this year.

              Take a look at the Watchlist on the right, who have we got to choose from?

              - Jarvis is the best in the budget range but I'm not sold on him
              - Taarabt has potential yes, even though he hasn't delivered yet and he's still fasting
              - Brunt threatens more than he actually delivers imo
              - Cabaye, again potential but plays in a team lacking goals
              - Sess, an OOP yet to deliver
              - Hotlips - roation-threat
              - Sinclair-will SWN ever score?

              So there is not a lot of choice. I'm hoping Taraabt will come right. QPR have the best chance of the newly promoted teams.

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              1. Jönny
                • 16 Years
                14 years, 7 months ago

                Hotlips=Hoolahan?

                He's been my biggest disappointment. Had him in GW1, but benched him. Annoyed, but thought I'd got the first jump on "this year's Charlie Adam"... then benched the next week, and the dreaded 59 minutes the following week.

                I still think he could do well, some decent home fixtures coming up, but so far he's been a real source of frustration.

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                1. Jafalad
                  • 16 Years
                  14 years, 7 months ago

                  Yep, Hoolahan. See below for further ideas re budget goal attempts.

                  Bit surprised the Watchlist have left O Hara off tbh.

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              2. Jafalad
                • 16 Years
                14 years, 7 months ago

                Top 3 budgets for shots attempted:

                1. O Hara
                2. Taraabt
                3. Moses.

                Might be a useful guide if the Optas are anything to go by.

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                1. Jönny
                  • 16 Years
                  14 years, 7 months ago

                  Cheers Jaf... interesting stats, particularly as a Moses owner. Taraabt may be one to keep an eye on too.

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                  1. Jafalad
                    • 16 Years
                    14 years, 7 months ago

                    Yep, I've got a gut feeling about him particulalry as QPR have bought well in the market.

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                  2. Mr. Greedy
                    • 16 Years
                    14 years, 7 months ago

                    Wasn't it Eid the other day? Can't believe Taarabt is still fasting.

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                  3. Van Dal
                    • 16 Years
                    14 years, 7 months ago

                    It was eid mr greedy but there are an additional 6 fasts which are optional which you can keep after eid so hes maybe keeping them.

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          2. Just A Hat
            • 16 Years
            14 years, 7 months ago

            I think its a waste having 8 good attacking options, the bench is there so you can get 3 cheap players in who, if needed, can come on and do a job for you, which is what Dyer/Simpson/De Leat have done for me so far.

            It then allows you to get a more powerful starting XI

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            1. Jafalad
              • 16 Years
              14 years, 7 months ago

              Problem is, the cheap and nasties get exposed when the injuries and rotation hits.

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              1. Jönny
                • 16 Years
                14 years, 7 months ago

                I don't think there's a problem having a couple of budget options, as long as they are regulars for their team. It's a balancing act at the end of the day...

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              2. Just A Hat
                • 16 Years
                14 years, 7 months ago

                but that is why you get free trades every week, with proper planning you will be fine unless its just one of those ridicilous weeks where you have like 6 injuries...then you wild card 😀

                And I trust players like Dyer/Simpson etc to be able to come on and potential get a clean sheet + some attacking points

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                1. Jafalad
                  • 16 Years
                  14 years, 7 months ago

                  May the force be with you 😉

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            2. Van Dal
              • 16 Years
              14 years, 7 months ago

              +1

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  7. Esky1982
    • 15 Years
    14 years, 7 months ago

    Sess-> Arteta
    or
    Bent-> RVP/Rooney both transfer would cost 4points…

    Or should i leave it for now??

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    1. Jafalad
      • 16 Years
      14 years, 7 months ago

      Leave Sess and get Rooney. Season keeper.

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      1. Jinswick
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 15 Years
        14 years, 7 months ago

        RVP over Rooney all day long...

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        1. Jafalad
          • 16 Years
          14 years, 7 months ago

          ...

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  8. cylus11 ( Manager) - Russia…
    • 14 Years
    14 years, 7 months ago

    My team is

    Bosingwa, Richards, Johnson, Simpson, Figueroa
    Adam, Silva, Jarvis, Brunt, Walcott
    Rooney, Bent, Adam Johnson.

    Should I get in RVP for Bent
    Richards to Deleat

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  9. redknapp_junior
    • 14 Years
    14 years, 7 months ago

    Who should I get in for Bent? - to keep for at least 4-5 weeks

    a) Dzeko
    b) Suarez
    c) Adebayor

    Already have Rooney and RVP in my forward line

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    1. Jinswick
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 15 Years
      14 years, 7 months ago

      Dzeko or Suarez. Edging towards Suarez due to pens and no rotation risk.

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      1. ManofKent
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 15 Years
        14 years, 7 months ago

        +1 Nasri/Silva make decent MC cover if you go with Suarez up top

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        1. redknapp_junior
          • 14 Years
          14 years, 7 months ago

          Agbonlabor worth considering?

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          1. ManofKent
            • Fantasy Football Scout Member
            • 15 Years
            14 years, 7 months ago

            If he recovers the form of a couple of years ago (and there are signs of it) he could be a decent punt for the price.

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  10. China Mag
    • 15 Years
    14 years, 7 months ago

    Any ideas of the first choice stoke defence when everyone is fit? Basically, I want to know if wilkinson is likely to start. I would prefer a 4m stoke defender to Norwich or QPR (already going for Simpson and N.Taylor). Cheers

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    1. Jafalad
      • 16 Years
      14 years, 7 months ago

      cf http://www.fantasyfootballscout.co.uk/team-news/

      Woodgate, Huth, ShawX and Wilson who looks like he may be injured for Saturday.

      Bergovic is the best STK defensive option imo.

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  11. Nomar
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 16 Years
    14 years, 7 months ago

    Am I mad to be thinking of taking 8 pt hit to dg Baines and do Suarez to RVP? Thinking RVP will make those points up on his own in the next few GW's!

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    1. Jafalad
      • 16 Years
      14 years, 7 months ago

      Morning!

      I'm leaving ARS well alone until I see some form - I don't think it will be the goalfest everyone is thinking.

      I've made the decision that Roopig and Suarez are season keepers. Could do with your Taraabt to come good. Any thoughts?

      Fwiw, I can see Baines turning out this weekend. Could well be another one of those "England injuries."

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      1. cylus11 ( Manager) - Russia…
        • 14 Years
        14 years, 7 months ago

        Hey,

        Arsenal on fixtures look to be a pick. The last week transfers of Arteta, Matersaker, Santos looks good.

        RVP likes the challenge when the team is down.

        Any one knows did he score against Finland on Tuesday.

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        1. Jafalad
          • 16 Years
          14 years, 7 months ago

          Everyone knows that you play the form players rather than the fixtures 😉

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          1. hardrock1
            • 16 Years
            14 years, 7 months ago

            No he didn't score. And tbh, he didnt do anything else neither.

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      2. Nomar
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 16 Years
        14 years, 7 months ago

        Taarabt went to a fitness camp in France during the International break, which is a good sign as he wasn't very sharp in the first few weeks of the season.

        Apparently he's come back in better shape and word is that he and Barton have been doing some good stuff in training, a lot of one-two's. I have faith in him especially now he has help around him and Barton will earn him a pen or two!!!

        I have Arsenal cover with Arteta so probably best to see how he fares this week and then assess from there. If I wait til next week then the RVP switch only costs me 4 points.

        Hope Baines plays Sarturday. That'll teach me to do transfers early to avoid rising prices during International break.

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        1. Jafalad
          • 16 Years
          14 years, 7 months ago

          That's encouraging news Nomar. Part of this game is based on hunches and right now, AT, is foremost in my thinking.

          Can see QPR getting a good result against the Geordies this weekend.

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  12. The Finnisher
    • 14 Years
    14 years, 7 months ago

    How is this team ?
    Vorm Ruddy
    Bosingwa Enrique Brown Simpson De Laet
    Silva Mata Cabaye Brunt Dyer
    RVP Rooney Suarez

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    1. Nomar
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 16 Years
      14 years, 7 months ago

      Any money left over?

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      1. The Finnisher
        • 14 Years
        14 years, 7 months ago

        0.2

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    2. Jafalad
      • 16 Years
      14 years, 7 months ago

      Defence looks okay but two 12 millers is a little too much imo. Gks and mids look exposed imo.

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      1. The Finnisher
        • 14 Years
        14 years, 7 months ago

        You can never have enough of RVP and Rooney 😀
        I though Cabaye and Brunt were okay?

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        1. The Finnisher
          • 14 Years
          14 years, 7 months ago

          Is this team better?
          Hennessey Vorm
          same defence
          Mata Walcott Silva Cabaye Dyer
          Adebayor Rooney Suarez

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          1. Jafalad
            • 16 Years
            14 years, 7 months ago

            See my advice to Adam above.

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            1. The Finnisher
              • 14 Years
              14 years, 7 months ago

              Cheers
              What are your thoughts on Ade?

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              1. Jafalad
                • 16 Years
                14 years, 7 months ago

                A real gamble. Like a lot of these newbies, I'd like to see how they go first.

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    3. ManofKent
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 15 Years
      14 years, 7 months ago

      Pretty similar to my planned team - strong up front, okay mid and weak defence. It may pay off 🙂

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      1. The Finnisher
        • 14 Years
        14 years, 7 months ago

        Haha, i think my defence is okay.
        Bosingwa and Enrique are good IMO, and the 3rd spot (Simpson vs Brown) will depend on fixtures, but they rotate well.
        I think Vorm will do okay as a GK most weeks, because when he concedes heaps he gets plenty of save points

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  13. Crystal Pulis
    • 15 Years
    14 years, 7 months ago

    Suarez out for RVP for a -4 hit? Why!?

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    1. Jafalad
      • 16 Years
      14 years, 7 months ago

      Per che?

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      1. Crystal Pulis
        • 15 Years
        14 years, 7 months ago

        Rvp can really hurt Swa

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        1. Jafalad
          • 16 Years
          14 years, 7 months ago

          Da cordo ma lui non giocare bene a questo momento.

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          1. Christina.
            • 16 Years
            14 years, 7 months ago

            The Afrikaans translation...

            ma = mother
            lui = lazy
            bene = legs
            non = nun

            Your mother is like a lazy nun that does not want to open her legs?

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            1. Our Man Charlie
              • 15 Years
              14 years, 7 months ago

              😀 slight chuckle lol

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            2. Jafalad
              • 16 Years
              14 years, 7 months ago

              Lolz 😉

              Let's not get into politics with two days to go to the RWC!

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              1. Christina.
                • 16 Years
                14 years, 7 months ago

                😡

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                1. Jafalad
                  • 16 Years
                  14 years, 7 months ago

                  You're not out ...yet 😀

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  14. cylus11 ( Manager) - Russia…
    • 14 Years
    14 years, 7 months ago

    Jafa need your opinion on my team :

    Richards, Johnson, Simpson, Bosingwa, Figuroa
    Adam, Brunt, Silva, Walcott, Jarvis
    Rooney, Adam Johnson, Bent.

    Should I get in RVP or keep it as it is ?

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    1. Crystal Pulis
      • 15 Years
      14 years, 7 months ago

      If you can get Rvp for Bent -----> DO it-----> NOW

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    2. Jafalad
      • 16 Years
      14 years, 7 months ago

      6 mids?

      Too many exp defs in there-you only need one. Keep Bos and boot Richards and Johnson.

      Not keen on Figs either. Better 4.5s around like Ward, Young and S Taylor.

      As I've mentioned, ARS are out of sorts at present. I prefer just Rooney.

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  15. ManofKent
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 15 Years
    14 years, 7 months ago

    Nomar - if you're around.

    How nailed on is Gabbidon?

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  16. Christina.
    • 16 Years
    14 years, 7 months ago

    Dempsey is soooo tempting.

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    1. jimski
      • 15 Years
      14 years, 7 months ago

      Wait for a Fulham double gw!

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    2. Retro
      • 15 Years
      14 years, 7 months ago

      That's because your sub conscious is remembering the double game week last year when you went with Zamora...

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      1. Christina.
        • 16 Years
        14 years, 7 months ago

        😯

        You have a memory like an elephant....

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        1. Christina.
          • 16 Years
          14 years, 7 months ago

          Actually tempted since Fulham have 3/4 at home, No way will BB keep a CS at CC, Dempsey will most probably play upfront with BZ injury worries, RUIZ have signed and should create some decent chances.

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        2. Retro
          • 15 Years
          14 years, 7 months ago

          Of course I do. You need superior intelligence to succeede at this game 🙂 I'd like to see some form from Fulham first, personally.

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          1. Christina.
            • 16 Years
            14 years, 7 months ago

            Going to hurt if Fulham turn it on vs a useless BB with Dempster getting a double.

            He is more tempting than Arteta/Walcott for me.

            I feel it in my bones.

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  17. jimski
    • 15 Years
    14 years, 7 months ago

    Jafa - what's your plan on Baines? You're in a similar situation to me in that you've done your weekly transfers.

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    1. Jafalad
      • 16 Years
      14 years, 7 months ago

      My hunch is that he'll play - he is too important to EVR. He didn't play in either England game so hopefully the injury is not too serious.
      If he doesn't play, I'm mobilising the ubers: Simpson then Young Caulker.

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      1. jimski
        • 15 Years
        14 years, 7 months ago

        I hope so. The trouble is I only have him in my squad to take advantage of the next two games. After that I suspect I'll ship him. It would be annoying if he missed one of them. Also there's the danger of eventual price drop, especially if he doesn't play this weekend.

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        1. Jafalad
          • 16 Years
          14 years, 7 months ago

          Yep that's my plan too. I don't want to make a transfer next week so that I have two freebies for the following week. It's always easier to shift players that way. Not sure if his price will drop though. He still has another good fixture coming up.

          My real worry with Baines is the team he plays for who look out of sorts at present.

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          1. Sigga -Cardiff City-
            • 14 Years
            14 years, 7 months ago

            very true,
            i planned on bringing him in, as he has genuine Class, however, with injury and a poor team around him with por fixtures after the next 2, he seems somewhat of a waste 🙁

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            1. Jafalad
              • 16 Years
              14 years, 7 months ago

              + billions

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  18. Sigga -Cardiff City-
    • 14 Years
    14 years, 7 months ago

    How do i get a picture on my profile?

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    1. Christina.
      • 16 Years
      14 years, 7 months ago

      Say "cheese"

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      1. Sigga -Cardiff City-
        • 14 Years
        14 years, 7 months ago

        my mistake,
        Hello fellow fantasy footballers, how are you all today?
        the reason i am writing this message is to inquire about the correct procedure in requiring a display image as i am at a total loss 🙂
        if anyone could help me it would greatly appreciated
        so Please if you know how post it here 🙂
        Cheese

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        1. Christina.
          • 16 Years
          14 years, 7 months ago

          FAQ

          ...off

          😉

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          1. cylus11 ( Manager) - Russia…
            • 14 Years
            14 years, 7 months ago

            any price increase from last nite. couldnt check it right now as am at work?

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          2. Jönny
            • 16 Years
            14 years, 7 months ago

            Sigga, if you haven't worked it out yet... from the FAQ section:

            "Head on over to http://www.gravatar.com and register for an account (make sure you register with the same email as the one you are registered with here). Choose an image, and this will be associated with all of your comments on site. Your gravatar image should appear next to your comments within roughly 24 hours."

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            1. Sigga -Cardiff City-
              • 14 Years
              14 years, 7 months ago

              thanks all!

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      2. Our Man Charlie
        • 15 Years
        14 years, 7 months ago

        "cheese"

        wow it works 😀

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  19. Christina.
    • 16 Years
    14 years, 7 months ago

    Bendtner scored 2 last night.

    Choo Choo!

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    1. The Finnisher
      • 14 Years
      14 years, 7 months ago

      hmmm....interestinggg

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      1. Jimrod™
        • 16 Years
        14 years, 7 months ago

        Were they other people's shots that deflected off of him? After seeing the pain on my cousin's (Arsenal fan) face for the last couple of seasons watching him miss chance after chance I don't think I'd ever consider him!

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        1. mattyd
          • 14 Years
          14 years, 7 months ago

          Says the one with Ivanovic and Henderson in his team 😉
          id rather a person who is pretty much nailed on, to one that will most likely not play 25 games

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          1. Jimrod™
            • 16 Years
            14 years, 7 months ago

            Ahh but I can always transfer them out! Less competition at Liverpool for Henderson now Meireles has gone, Ivanovic should get a lot of games now he's fit - I'd pick him over Alex so AVB should listen to me! 😀

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            1. The Finnisher
              • 14 Years
              14 years, 7 months ago

              Haha hopefully he will for you, after Alex conceded that goal last game maybe he will 🙂
              I spose with Meireles gone and Adam injured (most likely) he could be good for the next few weeks, however they have some tough fixtures

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              1. Jimrod™
                • 16 Years
                14 years, 7 months ago

                Yeah, it's a gamble but I need some differentials after not having Man U cover... It's why I've got SWP and Petrov on the bench, I can live with either of them taking over for potential rotatees 🙂

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  20. Jimrod™
    • 16 Years
    14 years, 7 months ago

    That's it, settled now, slightly different team than the norm - going for solid all over the pitch with big strikeforce. I think too many people think cheap defence is the way forward based on 3 gameweeks, long-term I think the big clubs will have more clean sheets.

    Krul (Vorm)

    Enrique, Kompany, Bosingwa, Ivanovic (De Laet)

    Henderson, Silva, Anderson (Wright-Phillips, Petrov)

    Suarez, Dzeko, Rooney.

    I realise Ivan may not play, but with SWP and Petrov on bench that should be adequate coverage for a couple of risks. SWP is not in favour but with free reign at new club I expect him to make an impact after a good pre-season - if he doesn't shine now he never will. Henderson is a different choice to most but now he's getting stronger he's really starting to get into the goals, Dalgleish seems to like him as well.

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    1. Crystal Pulis
      • 15 Years
      14 years, 7 months ago

      I like the team. As you said Ivan might need to be shipped out in time. Downgrading him for some more investments in midfield might be a good idea.

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    2. Christina.
      • 16 Years
      14 years, 7 months ago

      Surely it's better to have a 7mill(?) player being a defenite starter and a cheapy as a rotation risk?

      Ivan/Henderson/SWP/Anderson could all be rotated at some point.

      I won't sleep at night with that team.

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      1. Sigga -Cardiff City-
        • 14 Years
        14 years, 7 months ago

        Barry from Man C... as much as i dislike him and his style! he is a decent pick,

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        1. Jimrod™
          • 16 Years
          14 years, 7 months ago

          Yeah, I know what you mean but I have the max Man C allocation in Silva, Dzeko and Kompany and prefer all them to him! 😀

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      2. Jimrod™
        • 16 Years
        14 years, 7 months ago

        Well anyone can be rotated - even the big guns! Injuries have partially forced the change, Adam in particular.

        Ivanovic has the potential to score big with his attacking threat and the return of Cech in goal - he played last match with Bosingwa and after Alex cost them a goal he may well keep that spot. My thought with him is also that if I have to change him it'll leave me cash afterwards. I would have had two Man City defence but alas they won't let me have 4 from the same team 😀 Think I'll see how Santos performs for Arsenal as he has potential.

        From the big clubs that keep clean sheets - Man U, Chelsea, City there aren't many better options anyway I think...

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      3. Jimrod™
        • 16 Years
        14 years, 7 months ago

        I think SWP at QPR and Anderson are pretty much nailed on - SWP because he wouldn't have moved to QPR unless promised games and Anderson as he's started well and he's now one of the more experienced central mids that Man U have left! 🙂

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    3. bigdoggie
      • 15 Years
      14 years, 7 months ago

      with henderson/swp do you actually think they'll score you points, or are you trying to justify the selection to yourself?

      i'm not having a go, but i've been saying similar things to myself about a couple other players.

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      1. Jimrod™
        • 16 Years
        14 years, 7 months ago

        Nah, I've thought about it - Henderson scored well last season, he's starting strong this season and scored at internationals - it's a slight gamble but I prefer him to the usual 6.5 crowd (Taraabt, Sess etc). I've always liked SWP and he scores points when he plays - he just doesn't play much! I've liked the new manager saying he'll get a free reign role - I can definitely see him troubling any team and being QPR's biggest threat.

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        1. Jimrod™
          • 16 Years
          14 years, 7 months ago

          I do know what you mean though! I wouldn't have chosen Henderson a few weeks back but he does seem to be living up to his potential now.

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  21. bigdoggie
    • 15 Years
    14 years, 7 months ago

    ok, if i can get a second prise rise out of ward before the weekend i'll have;

    krul/vorm
    enrique/bosingwa/woodgate/de laet/(4.5)
    young/nasri/petrov/dyer/(6.0, anderson atm, maybe hunt)
    ven persie/dzeko/rooney

    attacking-wise it's obviously pretty strong, the 6.0 midfielder is a headache, but there's a few decent players in that area so a misstep is a like-for-like swap. little concerned with the defence, but the firepower up front should more than cover that deficiency.

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  22. China Mag
    • 15 Years
    14 years, 7 months ago

    Brunt & Jarvis OR
    Taarabt & Sinclair
    Discuss.

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    1. Christina.
      • 16 Years
      14 years, 7 months ago

      I have brunt + sinclair + hoolahan + Jarvis.

      Crazy hey?

      One of Hotlips or Sinclair will be on the chopping block this weekend.

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      1. Jimrod™
        • 16 Years
        14 years, 7 months ago

        We'll see whose philosophy pays off - your "Big fish in a small pond" one or my "average fish in a big pond" one! 😀

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    2. Suarezchomper
      • 15 Years
      14 years, 7 months ago

      Brunt and hunt for me

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      1. Doosra - ☭DeclanMyGenius…
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 16 Years
        14 years, 7 months ago

        Jarvis and Whelan ...

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  23. Jake9
    • 14 Years
    14 years, 7 months ago

    Messi or Ronaldo in the Uefa Champions league fantasy?

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    1. Sigga -Cardiff City-
      • 14 Years
      14 years, 7 months ago

      Both + iniesta for me

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    2. Suarezchomper
      • 15 Years
      14 years, 7 months ago

      Messi

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  24. Bazza
    • 14 Years
    14 years, 7 months ago

    Hey guys, currently have Duff, Sess and Zogs in the midfield.. Will any of these start performing?? Have two free transfers and need to ditch Torres up front as well probably. What should I do with this team??

    Given (Vorm)
    Bosingwa Kompany Baines Enrique (Simpson)
    Sess Duff Zogs Nani (Moses)
    Torres Suarez (A.Johnson)

    Am currently considering a 4 point hit which could pay off in going Duff-Arteta, Zogs-Nasri and Torres-Adebayor

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    1. Jimrod™
      • 16 Years
      14 years, 7 months ago

      I like the proposed changes but never like 4-point hits - it's a rocky road to start down! 🙂

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  25. jimski
    • 15 Years
    14 years, 7 months ago

    Carroll and Suarez now the same price!

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    1. Christina.
      • 16 Years
      14 years, 7 months ago

      Still a way to go before Carroll's price is market related.

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  26. Old Schoolᴼˢ “disa…
    • 14 Years
    14 years, 7 months ago

    Ok my team hasn't changed since the last post

    Hilario (Given)
    Simpson, Bosingwa, Baines (Ward, Lopez)
    Mikel,Cleverley,Gutierrez,Silva (Ferguson)
    Aguero,Rooney,Suarez

    Only one transfer made - 2 million in the bank - 1 trf available for GW4

    I'm not going to take the -4 hit but want rid of Mikel as defensive midfielder.. I am however prepared to keep him for another week and swap Aguero to RVP instead as don't think Aguero will start after travelling back from Argentina and RVP will score points this week I am sure...

    what would you do.. please no comments on Ferguson ( I know) or Baines as prepared to take the risk he will play

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    1. The Finnisher
      • 14 Years
      14 years, 7 months ago

      Ferguson? 😉

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      1. Old Schoolᴼˢ “disa…
        • 14 Years
        14 years, 7 months ago

        cheeky git LOL

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  27. cylus11 ( Manager) - Russia…
    • 14 Years
    14 years, 7 months ago

    Cristina,

    How bad is Bent and Adams injury.

    My team is
    Bosingwa, Richards, Johnson, Simpson, Figueroa
    Adam, Silva, Jarvis, Brunt, Walcott
    Rooney, Bent, Adam Johnson.

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    1. Old Schoolᴼˢ “disa…
      • 14 Years
      14 years, 7 months ago

      think Bent will play but Adams is out from what I gather.. Richards has declared himself sit.. I think but not sure if mancini will paly him

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      1. Old Schoolᴼˢ “disa…
        • 14 Years
        14 years, 7 months ago

        sorry just realised you asked Cristina not me LOL

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        1. Christina.
          • 16 Years
          14 years, 7 months ago

          No problem JD - could not have said it any better
          😉

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          1. Old Schoolᴼˢ “disa…
            • 14 Years
            14 years, 7 months ago

            Christina.. your thoughts on above.. what would you do...? mikel out or aguero to rvp?

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            1. Christina.
              • 16 Years
              14 years, 7 months ago

              Get rid of Kun.

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              1. Old Schoolᴼˢ “disa…
                • 14 Years
                14 years, 7 months ago

                sorry.. who is Kun?

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                1. Christina.
                  • 16 Years
                  14 years, 7 months ago

                  😯

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                  1. Christina.
                    • 16 Years
                    14 years, 7 months ago

                    Maradonna's son in law.

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                  2. Old Schoolᴼˢ “disa…
                    • 14 Years
                    14 years, 7 months ago

                    yeah am leaning that way... will wait until saturday afternoon (my time) before making the move...

                    Thanks for your help

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                  3. Christina.
                    • 16 Years
                    14 years, 7 months ago

                    Just be careful, Kun's price might drop by then.

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                  4. Old Schoolᴼˢ “disa…
                    • 14 Years
                    14 years, 7 months ago

                    not sure why I have to reply up here... but ok good advice will keep my eyes open... will stick with this decision though as sick of changing my mind...

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                  5. Old Schoolᴼˢ “disa…
                    • 14 Years
                    14 years, 7 months ago

                    ok reply went down at the bottom lol... good luck all this week RVP will score 3... here's hoping

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      2. Old Schoolᴼˢ “disa…
        • 14 Years
        14 years, 7 months ago

        fit..

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        1. Old Schoolᴼˢ “disa…
          • 14 Years
          14 years, 7 months ago

          or maybe sh*t.. definately not sit lol

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  28. Starscream
    • 15 Years
    14 years, 7 months ago

    my team after a points hit:

    Hilario (Vorm)
    Bosingwa Enrique Kompany (Briggs, Simpson)
    Taarabt Nani Silva Brunt (N Dyer)
    Suarez Dzeko(C) Rooney.

    Seems that Hilario won't play now Cech is back in training, all i can hope for is save points for Vorm against Arsenal.

    Dzeko good captain choice?

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  29. Piggs Boson
    • 14 Years
    14 years, 7 months ago

    Walcott or Nasri for captain?

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    1. OPTA FPL
      • 14 Years
      14 years, 7 months ago

      Kompany

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  30. Munsoned
    • 14 Years
    14 years, 7 months ago

    feeling pretty good about the team, for once..

    Given
    Kompany, Bosingwa, Smalling
    Jarvis, Taarabt, Nasri, Mata
    RVP(c), Suarez, Bendtner

    (Vorm, Enrique, Dyer, Simpson)

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