As the dust begins to settle after last night’s match at the Bridge drew a line under Gameweek 1, we cast an eye back over the 11 matches played out. In particular, we analyse some impressive attacking performances at the back and, crucially, highlight a number of protagonists who stood head and shoulders above many of their team-mates last time out from an offensive point of view.
Haha. Anelka. Oh, dear.
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Best 5.1 or under defs:
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"Sky sources: West Brom’s Nicolas Anelka walks out of training and tells staff he is retiring #SSN"
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Return of the incredible sulk. Knew it would end in tears.
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long worth a punt should be number 1 now for sure.
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So why did Ivan not get any BPs vs Hull?
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I think it was because of his lower pass completion percentage compared to the other defenders.
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I might be wrong but under the bonus point system defenders score less for scoring. They are already better rewarded for scoring and its not their job to score goals.
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"Sky sources: West Brom’s Nicolas Anelka walks out of training and tells staff he is retiring #SSN"
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no way....just play Chester?
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That comparison of Shaw's stats with Jrod's is amazing!
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Anelka owners - what are ride for you guys so far
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Giggs Boson will be happy... 😆
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Never crossed my mind as a sensible option, I'm so glad 🙂
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Frustrating if you have Le Sulk in your FPL squad.. :O
Open ControlsMost of the info in this article should be taken with a grain of salt. Glen Johnson - Liverpool were playing a team that looked hopeless on offense. He barely had to do any defending. Angel Rangel - Given how Swansea got their collective ass handed to them, they might not send any of their defenders quite so forward for a while. Luke Shaw - Clyne wasn't lined up on the opposite side like he will normally be. Won't those forays into the final third be more evenly split in the long run?
Open ControlsYeah, but it's still interesting to highlight the attacking threat full-backs can offer under the right conditons!
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Mmm, maybe but the comparison between Johnson and Enrique is still valid, surely? As it is Rangel and Davies. These are the decisions that folk are making when perhaps considering players in these two teams. We also mention the likely change in the split when Clyne returns.
Open ControlsFair points. And even taken with my grain of salt, the data is still important and very much appreciated.
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Already have taken a 4 point hit and I still have anelka.
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I know everybody has said about Anelka already, but here's an actual article: http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/football/teams/west-bromwich-albion/10259885/Nicolas-Anelka-leaves-West-Bromwich-Albion-and-could-retire-from-football-completely.html
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It is believed Anelka may have experienced a recent tragedy in his personal life and talks to find an amicable solution with the club have so far failed. There is no suggestion of a bust-up.
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Giroud, Bony, Lambert or Berb? Which is the best for £8.9m or less?
Open ControlsThe Anelka news may force a lot of WC's, a lot of people already did an early transfer and would be looking at a -4 to get him our. What makes it especially difficult that there aren't any other viable options at his price range either.
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Looking at Auergo's next two fixtures vs RVP's
Aguero: Cardiff (away), Hull (home)
RVP Chelsea (home), Liverpool (away)
Why am I even considering RVP?!Open ControlsRVP will play, Aguero will be rotated, especially if City are 2 or 3 up at half time in either game.
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When do folks reckon Bent will start playing regularly for Fulham? Trying to figure out this Anelka mess
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Probably after the international break. He doesn't have match fitness as of yet due to his alienation during preseason. Should be up and running with two weeks off. Get him then
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In other news, Rooney >> Chelsea, Lukaku >> WBA (loan), Lukaku >> back into my team @ 7.5m 😀
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Anelka has not retired.
smh at people believing he just walked out, he has gone on compassionate leaveOpen ControlsHe's certinainly at an interesting price but we have to see more before punting
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Im guessing most Anelka owners have 8.5m set aside though..right?
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Fantasy Gods, what have I done to upset you?! Why are you punishing me relentlessly this week?!
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lol
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Lambert Aguero and RVP for the following GW's doesn't get much better than that!
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