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3 February 2013 5134 comments
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Is your mini-league crown looking out of reach? Not to worry, there’s still plenty to play for, not least our second free cup competition of the season. If you missed our article earlier in the week, you should know that the qualifying round was played out this weekend but, if you’re a member, you can still enter your team and score before tomorrow morning at 9am.

Read on for details on the Members Paddy Power cup but, if you’re a veteran of such tournaments, you can go straight here to make your entry. Members will need to log in first.

What is the Paddy Power Members Cup?
The Paddy Power Members Cup is our version of the Fantasy Premier League’s Fantasy Cup game available to our members. Entrants who qualify for the first round will be randomly drawn against each other and the winner of the tie is whoever has the highest score from that Gameweek, minus points spent on transfers (like in the original game and in head-to-head scores). In the event of a tie, the Manager highest in the overall FPL standings will progress.

Do I have to be a Member to take part?
Yes. This annual tournament is provided as part of our offering to members. Obviously it’s not too late to register as a member or upgrade your account. Details on how this is done is available right here.

How do I enter?
Simply fill out the entry form here. You will be sent a confirmation email to verify your entry. You can also check that you are entered via this list.

What do I do if I run into a problem with my entry?
Please contact support@fantasyfootballscout.co.uk and we will look into any issues with your entry. Please note, we can only do this prior to the Qualifying Round. If you make an error when submitting your team id on the entry form, you may be withdrawn from the tournament so please take care when completing the form.

When does it start?
The qualifying round takes place in Gameweek 25 but you can enter after the Gameweek is played out. All entries received before 9am on Monday February 4 will be entered into the qualifying round. In this first cup competition we will have 512 qualifiers for the first round: the 512 with the top scores in Gameweek 25 will progress to the first round proper to be played in Gameweek 26. Again, FPL rank will decide who progresses in the event of tied positions.

When will I find out if I’ve qualified?

Results from the qualifying round will be published on Wednesday February 6.

What is the Gameweek Schedule
Each round of the Members Paddy Power Cup will be played out over the following schedule:

  • Qualifying – Gameweek 25
  • Round 1 – 512 teams – Gameweek 26
  • Round 2 – 256 teams – Gameweek 27
  • Round 3 – 128 teams – Gameweek 28
  • Round 4 – 64 teams – Gameweek 29
  • Round 5 – 32 teams – Gameweek 30
  • Round 6 – 16 teams – Gameweek 31
  • Quarter-Finals – 8 teams – Gameweek 32
  • Semi-Finals – 4 teams – Gameweek 33
  • The Final – 2 teams – Gameweek 34

When are the fixtures released?
The fixture list for each round will be published a day or two before each Gameweek deadline – the draw for the First Round will be expected on Thursday February 7.

Are there prizes?

Sponsors Paddy Power are supplying the competition with some great prizes and we’re supplementing these with Amazon Vouchers. The prizes break down as follows:

  • Winner – £100 worth of free bets. £100 Amazon Voucher
  • Runner-up – £50 worth of free bets. £50 Amazon Voucher
  • 3rd Place – £50 worth of free bets. £25 Amazon Voucher

In addition, the Quarter-Finalists from this tournament will gain entry to the Fantasy Football Scout Shield where they will play the eight Quarter-Finalists from this season’s earlier Paddy Power Cup. The shield tournament will start in Gameweek 35.

Cup Entrants will need a Paddy Power account and be aged 18 and over to be eligible for some of the above prizes. Prizes are also subject to Paddy Power’s terms and conditions. You can, of course, enter without being over 18 and without a Paddy Power account but will not be eligible for the free bet prizes.

If you’ve yet to register a Paddy Power account, then you can sign up via this site and get a free £20 when you register and bet £10.

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  1. soccercards.com
    • 15 Years
    13 years, 2 months ago

    Will Carragher start either or both DGW games?

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    1. Clintymints
      • 16 Years
      13 years, 2 months ago

      Probably not and you probably don't want Carragher either way

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    2. Studgie G
      • 14 Years
      13 years, 2 months ago

      it's risky

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      1. Uncle John from Jamaica
        • 13 Years
        13 years, 2 months ago

        Seems unlikely at his age but the two games are quite a few days apart.

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    3. Dogba
      • 13 Years
      13 years, 2 months ago

      I actually think he will, but it's a gamble. I thought he looked decent today, Skrtel seemed a bit nervous coming in.

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  2. Arsenals Number 19. Santi C…
    • 13 Years
    13 years, 2 months ago

    Thoughts on this 4 point hit for the DGW

    Remy (injured) to Sturridge

    Ageuro to Suarez

    Jones to Barnett - 3.7 cheapest defender possible

    Need to do it before the price rises as I have no money. Advice welcome cheers

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    1. decisions
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 15 Years
      13 years, 2 months ago

      yes, do it

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    2. dierstraights
      • 16 Years
      13 years, 2 months ago

      i wouldnt drop aguero for a game @ sou

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      1. Arsenals Number 19. Santi C…
        • 13 Years
        13 years, 2 months ago

        yes but suarez has 2 home fixtures and is a great captain option my team is linked if u want a look ta

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        1. dierstraights
          • 16 Years
          13 years, 2 months ago

          remy -> sturridge and somebody else -> somebody else cheaper
          if you have aguero dont understand dropping him just as he hits form against a poor defence

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  3. Arsenel
    • 15 Years
    13 years, 2 months ago

    Hi,

    I'm urring about which arsenal forward to get out for Sturridge. So, please:

    A) Podolski > Sturridge

    or

    B) Giroud > Sturridge

    I'm leaning towards Pod, because he'd didn't start the game against Stoke, however he did score the goal. Also Pod's not on pen now that Arteta's back.

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  4. decisions
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 15 Years
    13 years, 2 months ago

    Worth doing Fletcher > Sturridge tonight before the price rise?

    Potential to do Suarez > Aguero after DGW once I've made my mind up on the whole Suarez/Sturridge debate?

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    1. decisions
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 15 Years
      13 years, 2 months ago

      Oh, would leave 3 3 pool and 1 swansea for DGW

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    2. Dogba
      • 13 Years
      13 years, 2 months ago

      It sounds like a sound transfer, but I wouldn't do any transfers early. Team value is even less important now after Jan WC.

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      1. decisions
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 15 Years
        13 years, 2 months ago

        I still have my original WC cos I've been a very good boy this year 😉

        I can suck up one price rise but not 2..... hmmmm

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  5. AGUEROOOOO!!!!!
    • 13 Years
    13 years, 2 months ago

    RVP to sturridge done!!!!!!!!!!!!! i feel its the right decision

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    1. decisions
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 15 Years
      13 years, 2 months ago

      ballsy

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    2. Pratik
      • 16 Years
      13 years, 2 months ago

      Wanna do RVP to Suarez, and Fletcher to Sturridge for my 2FT. I am selling RVP for 13.7, surely I can get him back by gw29?

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      1. AGUEROOOOO!!!!!
        • 13 Years
        13 years, 2 months ago

        yh even rooney will do until the end difference wont be huge between the 2 if you cant afford rvp

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    3. Nopli
      • 14 Years
      13 years, 2 months ago

      Same here.....
      RVP & Fletcher to Sturridge & Suarez done 🙂

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      1. AGUEROOOOO!!!!!
        • 13 Years
        13 years, 2 months ago

        hope he gets benched on sunday now lol

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        1. Nopli
          • 14 Years
          13 years, 2 months ago

          That would be nice 🙂
          If not on Sunday then probably against QPR 😉 . With UCL to resume its too risky to own RVP when you are looking to bridge a 100 point gap in your minileague

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    4. Doolittle
      • 13 Years
      13 years, 2 months ago

      I'll leave you to find out whether it's the right decision...

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    5. Locarno
      • 15 Years
      13 years, 2 months ago

      Fair play. Haven't got RVP, but wouldn't get rid of him now he gets 3BPs for simply turning up.

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  6. athleticbilbobaggins
    • 13 Years
    13 years, 2 months ago

    REREPOST

    a) RVP + Cameron -> Rooney + GJ

    b) Theo -> Gerrard.

    2FTs. Tempted by A.

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    1. Clintymints
      • 16 Years
      13 years, 2 months ago

      A probably

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    2. Mtka™
      • 13 Years
      13 years, 2 months ago

      Out of those I'd go with A, although none are optimal

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    3. athleticbilbobaggins
      • 13 Years
      13 years, 2 months ago

      Thanks. C'mon Rooney then. 😀

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    4. Thomass
      • 13 Years
      13 years, 2 months ago

      B

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  7. Soccer Brah
    • 16 Years
    13 years, 2 months ago

    Money no option G.Johnson or Enrique for a 1 week dgw punt?

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    1. leo_messi
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 14 Years
      13 years, 2 months ago

      GJ

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    2. Bielsa's Blue Bucket
      • 14 Years
      13 years, 2 months ago

      Son of John

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      1. Soccer Brah
        • 16 Years
        13 years, 2 months ago

        Stern?

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    3. Doolittle
      • 13 Years
      13 years, 2 months ago

      GJ

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  8. TheSteady ¤ Wines th…
    • 14 Years
    13 years, 2 months ago

    Silva>Gerrard now for me? 🙂

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    1. decisions
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 15 Years
      13 years, 2 months ago

      solid

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    2. thischarmingman
      • 14 Years
      13 years, 2 months ago

      Oh yes.

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  9. Pratik
    • 16 Years
    13 years, 2 months ago

    RVP vs Aguero purely for the next 3 gws?

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    1. athleticbilbobaggins
      • 13 Years
      13 years, 2 months ago

      Sergio Aguero. RVP never scored well when Rooney was around. Rooney gets more points than him.

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      1. Pratik
        • 16 Years
        13 years, 2 months ago

        Now that is just not true....Someone had done a good comparison of this, and RVP does score well even with Rooney around.

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        1. athleticbilbobaggins
          • 13 Years
          13 years, 2 months ago

          Think it is Rooney with 90something to RVP's 88 in games both have started.

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    2. athleticbilbobaggins
      • 13 Years
      13 years, 2 months ago

      Oh, and with Manutd's tough schedule, not sure how many games he will start. Still, its RVP, so you might regret selling him.

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    3. Nice2Michu
      • 13 Years
      13 years, 2 months ago

      Aguero i think will be prolific for the rest of the season

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  10. Corrigan
    • 15 Years
    13 years, 2 months ago

    Let's say I do the already painful transfer of Fellaini to Gerrard. Do I then do:

    a) RVP to Suarez
    b) Baines to GJ

    2 FTs, already own Studge.

    Another option is to ignore Gerrard. RVP to Suarez and Cameron to GJ...

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    1. thischarmingman
      • 14 Years
      13 years, 2 months ago

      Take the pain! And b), if any.

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    2. Dogba
      • 13 Years
      13 years, 2 months ago

      I wouldn't lose RVP. b) sounds very good.

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  11. Nice2Michu
    • 13 Years
    13 years, 2 months ago

    So should i do
    A) Lambert - Studge
    B)Gibbs - Enriquez
    C) Mata - Gerrard (one week punt)

    I can do any two of those for a 4 pointer
    or
    i could do all three for a 8 pointer
    or
    one for a free

    thoughts?

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  12. David Davros
    • 16 Years
    13 years, 2 months ago

    Bale to Gerrard for one week?

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    1. Nice2Michu
      • 13 Years
      13 years, 2 months ago

      Not with newcastle at home!

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      1. dierstraights
        • 16 Years
        13 years, 2 months ago

        +1

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        1. Absinthe Minded
          • 15 Years
          13 years, 2 months ago

          Scores better on the road? 1 week punt, then reverse next gw

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      2. Uncle John from Jamaica
        • 13 Years
        13 years, 2 months ago

        As Gerrard has two very winnable fixtures ^ this argument is flawed.....

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  13. Willis.
    • 14 Years
    13 years, 2 months ago

    Two questions:

    1) Is Sturridge's injury likely to keep him out this weekend?

    2) If fit, Ba will surely start against Wigan. So should I get rid of Ba or Lambert for Sturridge?

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    1. 1966 was a great year for E…
      • 15 Years
      13 years, 2 months ago

      I'd get rid of Ba, too much uncertainty even before his injury.

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      1. Willis.
        • 14 Years
        13 years, 2 months ago

        Ba is cup-tied for the two Europa League matches following the Wigan game, so if fit, he has to start against Wigan!

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    2. Nice2Michu
      • 13 Years
      13 years, 2 months ago

      1) i dont know
      2) get rid of Ba, too much trouble

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  14. Park the bus
    • 14 Years
    13 years, 2 months ago

    Crazy to do Bale > Gerrard?

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  15. SnoopDogSmokesWeed
    • 16 Years
    13 years, 2 months ago

    I have Suarez, Glen Johnson, Michu and Davies for the dgw. Should i make any transfer to bring in one more liverpool player?

    Looking at :

    Bale > Gerrard

    What do you think guys?

    Thanks

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    1. Doolittle
      • 13 Years
      13 years, 2 months ago

      I think 4 is enough, 5 leaves a GW 27 mess.

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    2. Dogba
      • 13 Years
      13 years, 2 months ago

      I think yes. Bale hasn't scored well at home, and Gerrard is the midfielder/attacker to play every single minute in Premier League so far. He's scoring points left and right. Worth a hit to clean up after. In my opinion.

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      1. Dogba
        • 13 Years
        13 years, 2 months ago

        *the only midfielder/attacker to play every single minute

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  16. Absinthe Minded
    • 15 Years
    13 years, 2 months ago

    Bale to Gerrard done
    I would need to take a hit to do fletcher to Sturridge
    ( by selling fellaini for sissoko)
    Thoughts anyone?

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  17. Redalert
    • 15 Years
    13 years, 2 months ago

    Evening Gents.

    Bale to Gerrard for a hit and a one week punt? Double gw cover is davies and Sturbridge

    Thanks.

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    1. sy
      • 15 Years
      13 years, 2 months ago

      Surely you can get gerrard in for someone else? Bale at home to Newcastle is not worth taking him out

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    2. AGUEROOOOO!!!!!
      • 13 Years
      13 years, 2 months ago

      for free yes not for a hit

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    3. Mtka™
      • 13 Years
      13 years, 2 months ago

      No, I actually think Bale might do better than Gerrard next GW, as silly as that might sound

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  18. zazkad
    • 13 Years
    13 years, 2 months ago

    Thinking of doing Bale --> Gerrard for a 4 point hit for the DGW.

    Will most likely then transfer him out and straight back to bale the following week as my FT.

    Current team is as follows:

    Begovic---(Federici)

    Sagna---Zabaleta---Martin Russell---(clyne)---(stam)

    Bale---Michu---Mata---Walcott---(Marveux)

    Sturridge---Aguero---RVP

    Thoughts?

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    1. JELLYFISH
      • 14 Years
      13 years, 2 months ago

      Not for a hit. Team good to go imo

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  19. pundit of punts
    • 13 Years
    13 years, 2 months ago

    have got suarez,michu and davies currently. got 1 FT...what should i do?

    A. demel>GJ and gw 27 GJ>zaba
    B. fellaini> gerrard and gw 27 gerrard>fellaini

    any help would be highly appreciated...

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  20. Viper
    • 16 Years
    13 years, 2 months ago

    So could I get a mini poll going here.

    Who to lose for Gerrard, Bale or Fellaini?

    Go!

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    1. Nice2Michu
      • 13 Years
      13 years, 2 months ago

      Neither

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      1. JELLYFISH
        • 14 Years
        13 years, 2 months ago

        Agreed. Felaini got Nor & Reading after while Bale is....err Bale!

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    2. Doolittle
      • 13 Years
      13 years, 2 months ago

      Neither. If you're set on it, Fellaini.

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    3. Willis.
      • 14 Years
      13 years, 2 months ago

      Fellaini.

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    4. Locarno
      • 15 Years
      13 years, 2 months ago

      Neither. I'm biting the bullet and simply not getting Gerrard.

      Unless I change my mind. 🙂

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    5. Corrigan
      • 15 Years
      13 years, 2 months ago

      Oh the pain.

      Fellaini destroyed Utd at OT last season.

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    6. Absinthe Minded
      • 15 Years
      13 years, 2 months ago

      Bale. Swap back after DGW

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    7. Viper
      • 16 Years
      13 years, 2 months ago

      Fair enough, it seems as if neither is the most popular choice..

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  21. thischarmingman
    • 14 Years
    13 years, 2 months ago

    Gerrard will rise, it seems. Are you getting him tonight?

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    1. Absinthe Minded
      • 15 Years
      13 years, 2 months ago

      I think so
      For bale....

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  22. Red-United
    • 15 Years
    13 years, 2 months ago

    Any updates on Luiz' injury people? Really need him to play the next GW.

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  23. JELLYFISH
    • 14 Years
    13 years, 2 months ago

    Team looking good for the dgw:

    Beg
    Azpil Zaba Davies
    Mata Michu Felaini Walcott
    Suarez Studge (c) RVP

    (Bunn Punch Pearce Clyne

    1 FT remaining which i'm holding for now. Look good to go?

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    1. Pratik
      • 16 Years
      13 years, 2 months ago

      3rd Liverpool player with that FT? Zaba->GJ/Enrique?

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      1. JELLYFISH
        • 14 Years
        13 years, 2 months ago

        Nah. Happy with those 3, all have CS potential. May take a punt on Gerrard nearer the deadline if my team comes through the int's unscathed.

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  24. Black Knights
    • 14 Years
    13 years, 2 months ago

    So guys, does Sturridge's flag make it harder for him to rise in price tonight? Can afford Sagna, Aguero and Fletcher for Carragher, Suarez, and Sturridge but only at the current prices.

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  25. Jinswick
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 15 Years
    13 years, 2 months ago

    Bank 0.2m, 2 freebies. Best from these 2 options?

    A) Baines & Lambert -> GJ & Sturridge
    B) Baines, Lambert & Ba -> Wilson, Sturridge & Suarez (4 pointer)

    Szczesny, Bunn
    Baines, Enrique, Davies, Demel, Harte
    Bale, Mata, Walcott, Fellaini, Marveaux
    RVP, Ba, Lambert

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  26. GoonerByron
    • 14 Years
    13 years, 2 months ago

    Fletcher and Aguero --> Sturridge and Suarez (-4)

    Overkill?

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    1. Pratik
      • 16 Years
      13 years, 2 months ago

      Who else do you have?

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      1. GoonerByron
        • 14 Years
        13 years, 2 months ago

        Michu and Enrique!

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      2. Spike ⚽️
        • 14 Years
        13 years, 2 months ago

        Well done Pratik. Thats 1-1 now 😉

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        1. Pratik
          • 16 Years
          13 years, 2 months ago

          Ya, just beat you by a whisker 🙂

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          1. Spike ⚽️
            • 14 Years
            13 years, 2 months ago

            The 3 pts at West Brom cheered me up 🙂

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  27. SnoopDogSmokesWeed
    • 16 Years
    13 years, 2 months ago

    Bale to Gerrard for my free transfer?

    YES OR NO?

    First to 3 wins!

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    1. lets av em
      • 14 Years
      13 years, 2 months ago

      YES YES YES

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    2. Art Vandelay
      • 15 Years
      13 years, 2 months ago

      No

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  28. Demí
    • 15 Years
    13 years, 2 months ago

    That's now 9 of Bale's 11 Prem goals to have come away from home. Something about Welshmen and playing away from home....

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    1. Puzzle
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 15 Years
      13 years, 2 months ago

      n1

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    2. Viper
      • 16 Years
      13 years, 2 months ago

      more space..

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    3. Paolo Di Laernu - low rep r…
      • 14 Years
      13 years, 2 months ago

      a) counter attacks
      b) defenders defending deeper against spurs at home
      c) He has the magic touch when they need that spark

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    4. Mílanista
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 14 Years
      13 years, 2 months ago

      😀

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    5. Ginkapo FPL
      • 14 Years
      13 years, 2 months ago

      Sinclair scored away GW1. Ramsey and Giggs havent scored

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      1. Mílanista
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 14 Years
        13 years, 2 months ago

        Giggs excels away from home.

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  29. COMH
    • 14 Years
    13 years, 2 months ago

    So Mario scores on his debut.

    Balotelli, El Shaarawy, Robinho and Bojan. That's a young, talented and unpredictable frontline.

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    1. athleticbilbobaggins
      • 13 Years
      13 years, 2 months ago

      Bojan talented? Robinho young? 😯 El Shaarawy, Balotelli and Niang. The Mohicans. 😀

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      1. COMH
        • 14 Years
        13 years, 2 months ago

        Robinho falls under the unpredictable category. Bojan has the ability he just doesn't show it enough. He looks about 12.

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        1. athleticbilbobaggins
          • 13 Years
          13 years, 2 months ago

          Robinho has been sh*t for two years. Bojan is an interesting player. Makes clever runs and is very intelligent. Must be the Barca training. But just don't feel he is talented enough.

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  30. lets av em
    • 14 Years
    13 years, 2 months ago

    aguero > suarez

    and

    bale, mata or walcott > gerrard

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