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Wayne Rooney and Robin van Persie are back in full training ahead of United’s clash with Cardiff. Roberto Martinez has worries over three defensive regulars, Aaron Ramsey returns for Arsenal, West Ham’s defensive problems ease, whilst Yohan Cabaye edges towards a move to PSG:

Manchester United have received a welcome boost after key duo Robin van Persie and Wayne Rooney both returned to full training following thigh and groin injuries respectively. The pair are in contention to feature against Cardiff, along with fit-again Marouane Fellaini and new recruit Juan Mata.

Yohan Cabaye looks poised to swap Tyneside for the French capital, after reports suggest Newcastle have agreed a fee with PSG for his services. The Magpies will be without Papiss Cisse against the Canaries due to a back problem, whilst Yoan Gouffran is also expected to miss out.

In yesterday’s team news bulletin, Arsene Wenger revealed that Aaron Ramsey, Mikel Arteta and Thomas Vermaelen were all back in the squad for Arsenal’s trip to St Mary’s. Jack Wilshere is a doubt for the trip to the South Coast, though, after picking up an ankle problem in the cup victory over Coventry at the weekend. The Arsenal boss also suggested that fellow midfielder Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain is not yet fully fit, after returning from injury last week.

Ahead of the Merseyside derby, Roberto Martinez is monitoring several players, including the defensive trio of Seamus Coleman, Sylvain Distin and Phil Jagielka, with the latter’s withdrawal at the weekend being a precautionary measure. Winger Gerard Deulofeu is expected to be available for the Gameweek 25 trip to Spurs a week on Sunday.

West Ham’s defensive problems have eased with Big Sam revealing that Winston Reid is back in training for the first time following several weeks out through injury. However, the New Zealand international won’t be considered for the London derby with Chelsea in midweek, though both George McCartney and Joey O’Brien have recovered from recent injuries for the Stamford Bridge showdown.

West Brom have mixed injury news ahead of the Midlands derby, with Pepe Mel revealing that Gareth McAuley has returned to full fitness after missing the Everton clash with a hamstring injury. Stephane Sessegnon will be sidelined for a month as he undergoes minor surgery to cure a groin problem.

Brendan Rodgers will check on Joe Allen’s fitness ahead of the Merseyside derby, after the midfielder missed the weekend cup win over Bournemouth with a hamstring problem. The Liverpool boss ruled out Mamadou Sakho once more, suggesting that the defender is still “two to three weeks away” from a return.

Victor Wanyama could make his comeback from injury against the Gunners, with Mauricio Pochettino confirming the midfielder has been in training for over a week. The midfielder may get “some minutes” but Rickie Lambert will be assessed after missing the cup victory over Yeovil with a hamstring complaint.

All this and more has now been updated in the Team News section ahead of tonight’s deadline. Keep an eye on our official Twitter stream as breaking news unfolds.

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  1. d_manga_fanatic
    • 12 Years
    11 years, 10 months ago

    Boruc (K.Davis)
    Terry Coleman Sagna (M. Olsson, Chester*)
    Cabaye Ozil Hazard (Pozuelo) Eriksen
    Aguero Suarez Adebayor

    Need to get Cabaye out but off the main options floated, can only afford Ramsay, Mirallas, A. Johnson and Hendersen (got 7.2m to spend).

    A) Will Ramsay start this week? (won't have time to check teamsheets when they come out)
    B) Who would you pick?
    C) Any justifiable left field suggestions?

    Cheers

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    1. bluetiger
      • 12 Years
      11 years, 10 months ago

      I don't think Ramsey will start but long-term he's probably the best pick if you've got good bench cover this week

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      1. d_manga_fanatic
        • 12 Years
        11 years, 10 months ago

        Agreed that Ramsay long term is the best option. Weighing up whether to go someone risky for a week (like A.Johnson) with the potential for Ramsay to rise in price next week and be unable to afford him or play it safe with the view to maybe bringing in Mata if he finds his form from 2 years ago. Will start M.Olsson with Coleman out leaving me only Pozuelo as cover even though he is playing Swansea... leaving me with another alternative:

        Bring in Ramsay and start him or bring him in and bench him (seems a bit redundant :?)

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        1. ebb2sparky
          • 15 Years
          11 years, 10 months ago

          On my WC so currently have AJ but i want Ramsey long term. I will be checking the team news before making a decision. If i wasn't able to check the team news i'd stick with AJ for this week

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  2. Sess!
    • 15 Years
    11 years, 10 months ago

    Don't know if this has been posted but Coleman is out tonight:

    http://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/everton-fc-weigh-up-merseyside-6595890

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    1. The Bandit
      • 15 Years
      11 years, 10 months ago

      It's been posted lots of times, people choose to ignore it

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      1. Sess!
        • 15 Years
        11 years, 10 months ago

        Fair enough. Can't please everyone.

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        1. The Bandit
          • 15 Years
          11 years, 10 months ago

          There are loads who still think Cabaye will play 😀 Bizarre

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          1. Sess!
            • 15 Years
            11 years, 10 months ago

            Yeah I know. Ridiculous considering he's flying to France today.

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    2. beric
      • 13 Years
      11 years, 10 months ago

      yep he's out tonight, still keeping him...too much value tied up in him. hopefully he'll miss at most 2

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      1. Sess!
        • 15 Years
        11 years, 10 months ago

        I got him at £6m so less of a risk for me. I do feel I'll want him back sooner than planned but have another WC up my sleeve if worse comes to worse.

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    3. Kings of Lyon ★
      • 15 Years
      11 years, 10 months ago

      Didnt know that. Thanks.

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    4. In Like Flynn.
      • Has Moderation Rights
      • 15 Years
      11 years, 10 months ago

      So is Sess I think.

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      1. Sess!
        • 15 Years
        11 years, 10 months ago

        Shame sess has fallen into the same trap as he did at s'land. Great talent, but little application.

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  3. elkunaguero
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 14 Years
    11 years, 10 months ago

    If Jagielka, Distin and Baines all start, would you still captain Suarez?

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    1. Sess!
      • 15 Years
      11 years, 10 months ago

      Yeah. Meryside derby always has goals in it and suarez is a beast at home.

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    2. beric
      • 13 Years
      11 years, 10 months ago

      yes 100%

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  4. bluetiger
    • 12 Years
    11 years, 10 months ago

    Any Villa fans know whether Baker will start once he's fit? Looking at bringing him in to be able to afford Ramsey if Cabaye leaves, won't need him for the next couple of weeks

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    1. Damo.
      • 15 Years
      11 years, 10 months ago

      Ah he should yeah. Hoping he's back tonight actually cos as of now I'm down to Mert.

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      1. bluetiger
        • 12 Years
        11 years, 10 months ago

        Cheers, be good to get some Villa cover in defence for the next few weeks and he looks like he could be an option

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  5. The Gravless Sheik of Dream…
    • 16 Years
    11 years, 10 months ago

    Is my team good to go?

    Mannone Daniel
    Kelly Gabbidon Ivanovic (Kosc and Coleman)
    Mata hazard Silva Johnson (noone)
    Saurez(c) Bony Aguero

    1.9m in bank

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  6. Lateriser 12
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 13 Years
    11 years, 10 months ago

    Who is wildcarding after tonight?

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    1. Grounderz
      • 14 Years
      11 years, 10 months ago

      o/

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      1. Lateriser 12
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 13 Years
        11 years, 10 months ago

        Had a look at do's and dont's yet? What kinda draft you looking at?

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        1. Grounderz
          • 14 Years
          11 years, 10 months ago

          Haven't drafted one up yet but I have a bit of notions and views in mind as to what it'll look. like. Other than the essentials and main ones such as Aguero, Suarez, etc, I still need to work out the other half of it.

          Yourself? I suppose you've already drafted one up and most likely will stick with it?

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          1. Lateriser 12
            • Fantasy Football Scout Member
            • 13 Years
            11 years, 10 months ago

            Just had a small looksy in the morning and came up with this.

            And no i don't think ima stick to it.

            Boruc 4M
            Evans Azpi Kolarov Coleman Ward
            Mata Haz Mirallas Rambo/Eriksen Noone
            Bony Suaz Kun

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            1. Grounderz
              • 14 Years
              11 years, 10 months ago

              Oh, 😆 I think I answered one of your posts today when you posted that draft. Still sticking with Kolarov?

              I mean, personally, I feel he'll eventually be replaced or in heavy rotation with Clichy some time in the near future, and also that City are amongst the victims that conceded an amount of goals. I thought Koscielny for Arsenal would have been a solid cover for you - you no likey?

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    2. beric
      • 13 Years
      11 years, 10 months ago

      i wish i waited. glad i have my other one still

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      1. Lateriser 12
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 13 Years
        11 years, 10 months ago

        Don't leave it for too late. Made the mistake last year and wasted it by punting too much in the last few weeks.

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        1. beric
          • 13 Years
          11 years, 10 months ago

          mine went v.well in (i think) gw33 last year, hoping for the same

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          1. DonTheSpecialOne
            • Fantasy Football Scout Member
            • 15 Years
            11 years, 10 months ago

            This have worked the last two years for me.

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  7. Smudger’s Dirty Dozen
    • 14 Years
    11 years, 10 months ago

    WC team
    Mannone (Marshall)
    Merte, Kolorov, Cahill (ward, Bruce)
    Mata, Yaya, lallana, Erikkson (Ki)
    Aguero, Suarez, Bony

    Stick or do Ramsey, Kos and Ade for Erikkson, Merte and Bony ??

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    1. Hitman MHK
      • 13 Years
      11 years, 10 months ago

      Stick

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      1. Hitman MHK
        • 13 Years
        11 years, 10 months ago

        Wait, you didn't word that properly.
        I'd go with your gut on that one.
        Now I'm thinking do the trades

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        1. Smudger’s Dirty Dozen
          • 14 Years
          11 years, 10 months ago

          Sorry...am at work doing this as I have to sort the kids tonight...no last minute tinkering really...

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    2. Kevin Twine
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      11 years, 10 months ago

      Nice team.

      I'd go Ramsey over Eriksen, though, if Ramsey starts.

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  8. Hitman MHK
    • 13 Years
    11 years, 10 months ago

    This is going to get even more hectic in a few hours so I'm finalising my team now.

    Best 4.4 midfield option?
    Is Noone worth it considering the new signings?

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    1. A.
      • 14 Years
      11 years, 10 months ago

      I was going to go with Noone, but it seems bit risky considering the new signings. He's played well recently, but I'm not sure he's nailed on any more

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      1. Hitman MHK
        • 13 Years
        11 years, 10 months ago

        Yeah agreed, who are you going instead?

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  9. gunner1994
    • 14 Years
    11 years, 10 months ago

    Play Sterling or move out Cabaye for someone else and take a hit?

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    1. Damo.
      • 15 Years
      11 years, 10 months ago

      Definitely play Sterling

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      1. The Bandit
        • 15 Years
        11 years, 10 months ago

        But have a back up plan in case he doesn't start

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    2. Venom Snake
      • 12 Years
      11 years, 10 months ago

      That's what your bench is for. Play sterling.

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  10. stefankiknun
    • 12 Years
    11 years, 10 months ago

    Need to trade one of these out, who should i keep, Mert or Coleman?

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    1. TorresMagic™
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • Has Moderation Rights
      • 16 Years
      11 years, 10 months ago

      Mert.

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    2. There's Always One!
      • 15 Years
      11 years, 10 months ago

      Depends what price you got them at

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    3. SPorting
      • 14 Years
      11 years, 10 months ago

      So it's a choice between a fit playing player with a chance of a CS and baps or an injured player who will get you 0pts?

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      1. There's Always One!
        • 15 Years
        11 years, 10 months ago

        Maybe hes thinking a bit more long term which is smart!

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        1. SPorting
          • 14 Years
          11 years, 10 months ago

          So taking a hit and benching a player who may be out for 2-3 weeks is smart?

          Just to "save money" because he bought Coleman early?

          Even though TV means nothing now.

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          1. There's Always One!
            • 15 Years
            11 years, 10 months ago

            Maybe he has a bench that can handle Coleman being injured for a few games! Thus leaving him with a player that should outscore mert over the rest of the season if he keeps playing the way he is.

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  11. Venom Snake
    • 12 Years
    11 years, 10 months ago

    Very upset with my bench after WCing last week. Now I have to fix it up as well as a couple of my starters. Not very happy.

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  12. d1sable
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    11 years, 10 months ago

    Heres my (crackpot) theory - i have Studge and Suarez, i don't want to captain Suarez because i feel like thats putting all my eggs in an Anfield sized basket, if suarez goes mental hopefully Studge will be assisting etc to help cover the deficit, hence im going for Hazard to spread the angst! Thoughts?

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  13. beric
    • 13 Years
    11 years, 10 months ago

    Boruc (davis)
    Azpi - Sagna - Coleman (ward, bruce)
    Hazard - Yaya - Ramsey - A.J (mutch)
    Adebayor - Suarez - Kun

    this is what I think I will go for, whaddya reckon boyos?

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    1. DonTheSpecialOne
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 15 Years
      11 years, 10 months ago

      My thought was that I need two playing GK's, but with Boruc's fixtures I'd probably play him every GW, so might bring in Davis as my 2nd goalie as well.

      Team looks very balanced and good B, I would have the same if I drop Mata. GL.

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      1. beric
        • 13 Years
        11 years, 10 months ago

        cheers mate, you too

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        1. Lateriser 12
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 13 Years
          11 years, 10 months ago

          Looks solid.

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    2. d1sable
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      11 years, 10 months ago

      Dont like AJ (personal preference) but apart from that looks real good

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      1. beric
        • 13 Years
        11 years, 10 months ago

        im not mad keen either tbh. was always gunna be adnan but im worried about his game time with mata arriving.

        dont wanna double on spurs with erikson, dont much fancy lallana...doesnt leave me many options

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        1. d1sable
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          11 years, 10 months ago

          yeah good short term i guess i just think hes a flash in the pan, could be wrong of course.

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    3. Dago
      • 15 Years
      11 years, 10 months ago

      Downgrade Coleman and make AJ Mata?

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      1. beric
        • 13 Years
        11 years, 10 months ago

        not possible, i'd have to downgrade more than just coleman sadly

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        1. Dago
          • 15 Years
          11 years, 10 months ago

          Yaya to Silva has allowed me and my TV is awful.

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  14. There's Always One!
    • 15 Years
    11 years, 10 months ago

    Is luke Shaw worth the money there talking about?

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    1. Kings of Lyon ★
      • 15 Years
      11 years, 10 months ago

      No, its because hes English.

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  15. AGUEROOOOO!!!!!
    • 12 Years
    11 years, 10 months ago

    Any news on silva?
    If mata starts who to take out for him ozil or silva?

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    1. There's Always One!
      • 15 Years
      11 years, 10 months ago

      I think you definitely need a city midfielder

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  16. The EJJ
    • 14 Years
    11 years, 10 months ago

    Adrian and Mannone the best keeper pairing or should I just go Boruc - Davis?

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    1. beric
      • 13 Years
      11 years, 10 months ago

      im just going bpruc-davis fwiw

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      1. TorresMagic™
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • Has Moderation Rights
        • 16 Years
        11 years, 10 months ago

        Might struggle in GW29.

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        1. beric
          • 13 Years
          11 years, 10 months ago

          i'll take it on the chin

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  17. Darth_Newdar
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 11 Years
    11 years, 10 months ago

    Just replacing Cabaye after his transfer (aargh!) - can't decide between the safe option of Lallana, or the risky option of Willian. Thoughts? The rest of my team reads:

    Mannone (Boruc)
    Azpilicueta, Koscielny, Gabbidon (Coleman, Chester)
    Yaya Toure, Eriksen, [Cabaye], Ramsey (Ki)
    Suarez, Aguero, Welbeck

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  18. mgrea
    • 13 Years
    11 years, 10 months ago

    Mannone
    Azpi Evans Mert
    Mirallas Haz Mata Ramsey
    Sturridge Aguero Suarez

    I'll be at work tonight for the deadline so unlikely to be able to change. Does this look ok?

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    1. Mulder
      • 15 Years
      11 years, 10 months ago

      Yup

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      1. mgrea
        • 13 Years
        11 years, 10 months ago

        Thanks fella

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  19. BootlegRascal
    • 13 Years
    11 years, 10 months ago

    Mannone - Adrian
    Baines Azpil Koscielny - Mariappa Bruce
    Cazorla Mata Oscar HBA - Noone
    Suarez Aguero Adebayor

    1.1mill in the bank, would you save or upgrade?

    - Chasing a sizeable lead, hence the midfield

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  20. Rashers
    • 12 Years
    11 years, 10 months ago

    Mata vs Rooney?

    I feel that Rooney will outscore Mata in the longterm but is he worth the extra £1.8m?

    Add to that the fact that there seems to be a lot more options up front compared to midfield with Cabaye gone, Ramsey only coming back, Silva and his constant niggles to name but a few.

    Any thoughts?

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    1. Gregor
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • Has Moderation Rights
      • 16 Years
      11 years, 10 months ago

      Mata then, innit.

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    2. Darth_Newdar
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 11 Years
      11 years, 10 months ago

      Mata has a lot of potential. He was one of the highest scoring FPL players while he was at Chelsea, I think he will do very well for United, particularly if he's playing up front with Van Persie, Rooney and Januzaj.

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  21. Mulder
    • 15 Years
    11 years, 10 months ago

    Play Ward, Januzaj or Lallana?

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    1. beric
      • 13 Years
      11 years, 10 months ago

      januzaj

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    2. There's Always One!
      • 15 Years
      11 years, 10 months ago

      If Mata starts will januzaj start as well

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  22. Ed
    • 14 Years
    11 years, 10 months ago

    Mannone (Adrian)
    Kosc Kolarov Ward
    Januzaj Hazard Lallana Ozil
    Aguero Giroud Suarez(C)
    (Pozeulo)(Coleman)(Chester)

    Got one FT. Which option is best?
    A) Ozil > Mata (providing he's starting)
    B) Giroud > Bony
    C) save FT
    D) Swap chester for another cheapie

    Thanks

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    1. Darth_Newdar
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 11 Years
      11 years, 10 months ago

      I'd take Mata or save the FT.

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  23. Defcons are for Kinnear
    • 12 Years
    11 years, 10 months ago

    When are the pressers today?

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  24. Grounderz
    • 14 Years
    11 years, 10 months ago

    Damn, I've been telling everybody that the deadline is 19:30, as opposed to the usual 11:30, while I sat here for a good 10 minutes waiting for the lineup. What a let down.

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  25. Pringle
    • 12 Years
    11 years, 10 months ago

    Play Koscielny or Kolarov?

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  26. There's Always One!
    • 15 Years
    11 years, 10 months ago

    I hope am wrong but Mata could leave us all feeling very flat tonight

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  27. Venom Snake
    • 12 Years
    11 years, 10 months ago

    Breadbin has got me thinking about putting the armband on Bony, someone please talk me out of it

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    1. Kings of Lyon ★
      • 15 Years
      11 years, 10 months ago

      Make your own decision. Suarez is great pick

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    2. TorresMagic™
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • Has Moderation Rights
      • 16 Years
      11 years, 10 months ago

      Do it. 🙂

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    3. Christina.
      • 15 Years
      11 years, 10 months ago

      LR also going Boner(c)

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  28. Smudger’s Dirty Dozen
    • 14 Years
    11 years, 10 months ago

    WC team A
    Mannone (Marshall)
    Merte, Kolorov, Cahill (ward, Bruce)
    Mata, Yaya, lallana, Erikkson (Ki)
    Aguero, Suarez, Bony

    or

    WC team B
    Mannone (Marshall)
    Kos, Kolorov, Cahill (ward, Bruce)
    Mata, Yaya, lallana, Ramsey (Ki)
    Aguero, Suarez, Ade

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    1. Venom Snake
      • 12 Years
      11 years, 10 months ago

      There are 3 different players, no need to name the entire team twice.
      I'd definitely go the first.

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      1. Smudger’s Dirty Dozen
        • 14 Years
        11 years, 10 months ago

        I think the team dynamic needs assessing tho hence the full squad being named...

        A gives you in-form Erikkson and Bony (good home fixtures)
        B gives me the option of Ramsey in and keeping Spurs cover (downgrade Merte to Kos)

        still undecided

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  29. A.
    • 14 Years
    11 years, 10 months ago

    Hmm, it turns out the £1m price difference between AJ and Lallana make my WC team unaffordable with Lallana.

    So in that case, I need a 5th mid that isn't Ki. Cardiff mids are making me wary now, so might steer clear of Noone and Mutch, and it turns out there aren't that many options.

    I think I'm 0.1 short of Barkley

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  30. JFHasselbaink
    • 13 Years
    11 years, 10 months ago

    Yet another RMWCT, 0.1m in bank

    Mannone / Adrian

    Terry / Koscielny / Kolarov / Gabbidon / Bruce

    Hazard / Mata / Eriksen / Ramsey / Gnabry

    Suarez / Aguero / Sturridge

    At the moment I'm unsure on Kolarov due to rotation risk, but not sure who I would replace him with. Possibly Vlaar to have a bit of cash in the bank. If Ramsey doesn't start I'll probably bring in AJ for this week.

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    1. Funkyav
      • 16 Years
      11 years, 10 months ago

      not keen on
      Adrian (not first choice)
      Kolarov (rotation nightmare)
      Gnabry (not likely to start)
      Suarez and Sturridge is too much imo.

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      1. JFHasselbaink
        • 13 Years
        11 years, 10 months ago

        I may upgrade Adrian and downgrade Kolarov to be sure of gametime.

        Gnabry is unlikely to get into my 11 anyway but he is my choice of a 4.2m

        Also happy to play SAS for the next few GWs knowing I can switch Sturridge if the likes of Bony, Benteke or Ade are outscoring him

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        1. Sess!
          • 15 Years
          11 years, 10 months ago

          Gnarby won't get anywhere near the team when ramsey, wilshire, ox are all fit. Waste of an arsenal spot imo.

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