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28 June 2014 3108 comments
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Having restructured our squads with the aid of unlimited transfers across the Fantasy games, we now have two crucial clashes to focus on as the knockout stages get underway. First up this evening is an all-South American affair, as hosts Brazil square up to a Chile side that has already disposed of defending champions Spain in the group stages:

Felipe Scolari’s troops will again look to Neymar to make the difference after the Barcelona forward notched twice in two of his three appearances. A goal against Cameroon will surely boost Fred’s confidence after he struggled to make an impact, whilst Oscar’s Fantasy owners will be hoping for more of the same, with the Chelsea midfielder producing a goal and two assists thus far.

Having also won two of their three group fixtures, Jorge Sampaoli’s troops won’t be lacking in confidence. As Mexico showed earlier in the tournament, Scolari’s side have struggled against sides utilising wing-back systems and Chile’s 3-4-1-2 formation could well prove a stumbling block for the home side. Front two Alexis Sanchez and Eduardo Vargas – along with midfielder Charles Aranguiz – have delivered a goal and assist apiece, highlighting the underdogs’ potential ahead of the 5pm kick-off.

In the later match, another couple of South American contenders for the crown go head-to-head as Uruguay face Colombia for a place in the last eight. After losing their opener against Costa Rica, Oscar Tabarez’ side have done well to turn around their tournament but the suspension of Luis Suarez makes their task significantly more difficult – Diego Forlan looks the man most likely to get the nod alongside Edinson Cavani in a default 4-4-2.

Jose Pekerman’s side will have every reason for optimism, though. One of only four sides to win all three of their group games, Colombia rested most of their chief Fantasy assets for the final Group C clash with Japan and, in James Rodriguez and Juan Cuadrado, have two of the tournament’s in-form midfielders. Rodriguez has scored in all three of his appearances so far and also delivered a pair of assists, whilst Cuadrado has served up a goal and three assists thus far. Jackson Martinez is pushing for a start after bagging a brace in the 4-1 win over Japan and may well retain his starting role in the 9pm kick-off.

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  1. JT's Dog
    12 years, 2 months ago

    Saurez is in Dentinial about his problem

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    1. Blue Lion
      • 13 Years
      12 years, 2 months ago

      He should brace himself.

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  2. VougieDipond
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    12 years, 2 months ago

    JRod TGut and Jmar for the win

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  3. PGR
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    12 years, 2 months ago

    Are Uruguay allowed to call up someone as a Suarez replacement?

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    1. Saniul
      • 13 Years
      12 years, 2 months ago

      Obviously not. 13rd was the last date for a replacement.

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      1. Poseidon. Not arrogant, jus…
        • 13 Years
        12 years, 2 months ago

        13rd? 😆

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    2. Poseidon. Not arrogant, jus…
      • 13 Years
      12 years, 2 months ago

      Nope.

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    3. Konig Luther
      • 13 Years
      12 years, 2 months ago

      no

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  4. Bubz
    • 13 Years
    12 years, 2 months ago

    Let's go Colombia!!

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  5. Lucas Leiva
    • 15 Years
    12 years, 2 months ago

    Colombia's biggest test so far (even without Suarez), will be interesting to see if they can continue to impress.

    Really hope so, a quarter final v Brazil could be one of the matches of the tournament.

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  6. Pilleri
    • 12 Years
    12 years, 2 months ago

    Rodriguez (C), Cuadrado and Zapata. McD

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    1. Saniul
      • 13 Years
      12 years, 2 months ago

      Almost everyone, except I have these three and Godin (C).

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      1. Woy of the Wovers
        • 16 Years
        12 years, 2 months ago

        Almost everyone?!!! I can see some having Jrod and Cuadrado. But 4!!!

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      2. Pilleri
        • 12 Years
        12 years, 2 months ago

        Y U no Captain Rodriguez?

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  7. Heydudes13
    • 14 Years
    12 years, 2 months ago

    Uruguay really are a disgusting team. 😡

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    1. Doosra - ☭BowenOfRice☭
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 16 Years
      12 years, 2 months ago

      +42.

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    2. SMELL MY CHEESE YOU MOTHER
      • 13 Years
      12 years, 2 months ago

      Jealous Englishman?

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      1. Heydudes13
        • 14 Years
        12 years, 2 months ago

        Bitter Scotsman?

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        1. SMELL MY CHEESE YOU MOTHER
          • 13 Years
          12 years, 2 months ago

          Not at all.

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  8. Poseidon. Not arrogant, jus…
    • 13 Years
    12 years, 2 months ago

    Imagine the scenes if Uruguay go out tonight and Fifa say tomorrow 'really sorry Suarez, we didn't realise you were off balance, your ban is now revoked'.

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    1. Poseidon. Not arrogant, jus…
      • 13 Years
      12 years, 2 months ago

      'And we were sorry to hear about your eye too'

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      1. Tuchap - Lurker
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        12 years, 2 months ago

        Any chance he gets a bigger ban due to him not acknowledging that it actually happened? 😀

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        1. Poseidon. Not arrogant, jus…
          • 13 Years
          12 years, 2 months ago

          Shouldn't have thought so - think they're too busy laughing at his comments. I swear he's trolling. 😀

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  9. Willis.
    • 14 Years
    12 years, 2 months ago

    Pull out card, dammit!

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

      *a

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  10. Tuchap - Lurker
    • 16 Years
    12 years, 2 months ago

    Stating the obvious but I'd just like to say Colombia are very enjoyable to watch.
    Great skill from Cuadrado a few mins ago.

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  11. Messiah Hazard
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 14 Years
    12 years, 2 months ago

    In McD game are there points given to goals scored in ET and penalties

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    1. Spectrum-FFS Doubles Champ
      • 15 Years
      12 years, 2 months ago

      Extra time counts penalty shoot outs dont

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      1. Messiah Hazard
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 14 Years
        12 years, 2 months ago

        Thanks was wondering why Neymar hadn't got points for pen

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    2. Saniul
      • 13 Years
      12 years, 2 months ago

      NO, only the TFF game.

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    3. Jude Rooney
      • 13 Years
      12 years, 2 months ago

      Confusing - Caesar got 10 points for 2 penalty saves but Neymar not got anything for penalty scored

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      1. Camp No No
        • 12 Years
        12 years, 2 months ago

        Did he? I'd imagine those points will be removed afterwards. Should be.

        Rules say:

        "Actions occurring in extra-time count towards player points. However, penalty shoot-outs have no effect on player points."

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        1. Jude Rooney
          • 13 Years
          12 years, 2 months ago

          Prob an error then - hope they rectify soon though, won't know whether to replace or not otherwise

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  12. Bøwstring The Carp
    • 14 Years
    12 years, 2 months ago

    Honestly, before the WC I had no idea Colombia were this good 😯

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    1. Declan
      • 16 Years
      12 years, 2 months ago

      Carlos Valderrama

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    2. Camp No No
      • 12 Years
      12 years, 2 months ago

      Good that you weren't in our team in FFS World Cup then.

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    3. Bubz
      • 13 Years
      12 years, 2 months ago

      It's okay, everyone knows how good we are now

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  13. ★FC Borecelona★
    • 14 Years
    12 years, 2 months ago

    Anyone actually seen Cavani have a good game?

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    1. Declan
      • 16 Years
      12 years, 2 months ago

      Tonight is the night

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    2. Camp No No
      • 12 Years
      12 years, 2 months ago

      Has good at minimum every night.

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    3. Poseidon. Not arrogant, jus…
      • 13 Years
      12 years, 2 months ago

      I'm usually left a little disappointed but that's partially a result of huge expectations based on his reputation.

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    4. Ludo
      • 12 Years
      12 years, 2 months ago

      Bit harsh, he nullified both Gerrard and Pirlo, a hardworking team player almost to a fault means he often spends too much time away from goal. Playing as the main man for Napoli though he was excellent, may see more of him here.

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      1. Camp No No
        • 12 Years
        12 years, 2 months ago

        This is exactly why Cavani always has at minimum a good game. Most people just don't reckon forwards doing this stuff because their favourite forwards like Messi and Ronaldo don't do it.

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    5. Tommytour
      • 15 Years
      12 years, 2 months ago

      Impressed me against Chelsea

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      1. Tommytour
        • 15 Years
        12 years, 2 months ago

        For Napoli

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  14. Saniul
    • 13 Years
    12 years, 2 months ago

    ZAPATA already 2 RB(s). What a beast.

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    1. Bøwstring The Carp
      • 14 Years
      12 years, 2 months ago

      Where does he play in the back 4? Only brought him in this round. CB?

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

        Yes

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    2. Bubz
      • 13 Years
      12 years, 2 months ago

      Niiice go on Zapata

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    3. Camp No No
      • 12 Years
      12 years, 2 months ago

      Viva Zapata!

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    4. 4vets
      • 16 Years
      12 years, 2 months ago

      only 1 for me 🙁

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      1. VougieDipond
        • 14 Years
        12 years, 2 months ago

        2 RB = 1RB point i think

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        1. 4vets
          • 16 Years
          12 years, 2 months ago

          My mistake 😳

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  15. Bubz
    • 13 Years
    12 years, 2 months ago

    Forgot to change my captain to JRod. Doh.

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    1. Camp No No
      • 12 Years
      12 years, 2 months ago

      😆 That "Colombian" in your forum name looks like a joke now.

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    2. THE Wild Rover
      • 16 Years
      12 years, 2 months ago

      How is that even possible when you spend all day on a site talking about it? 😆

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      1. Bubz
        • 13 Years
        12 years, 2 months ago

        It's a saturday. Drinks have been consumed

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    3. PKB
      • 13 Years
      12 years, 2 months ago

      Me too. 🙁
      Only hope is that there will be plenty players to make up

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      1. Bubz
        • 13 Years
        12 years, 2 months ago

        Mine is ending up on Muller and Messi no matter what anyway

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        1. PKB
          • 13 Years
          12 years, 2 months ago

          Exactly.

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  16. Tommytour
    • 15 Years
    12 years, 2 months ago

    So is the new tactic choose defenders in teams you think will have extra time?

    How many extra points in ET did Silva get for example?

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    1. Lord Dragon
      • 13 Years
      12 years, 2 months ago

      Luiz only got like 1 extra, though Chile didn't see much of the ball in et for him to get any rbs really.

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  17. THE Wild Rover
    • 16 Years
    12 years, 2 months ago

    Forlorn

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  18. r0nh
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    12 years, 2 months ago

    I disagree with the concept of a 7 day week, on the basis that it creates an illusion that time repeats itself. It doesnt. Each day is unique & have have wasted this day sitting on my ass 🙁

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    1. Bubz
      • 13 Years
      12 years, 2 months ago

      That is rather insightful RonH

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      1. r0nh
        • 15 Years
        12 years, 2 months ago

        Thank you

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    2. ManofKent
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 16 Years
      12 years, 2 months ago

      but what an ass...

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      1. r0nh
        • 15 Years
        12 years, 2 months ago

        Thank you too

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    1. Declan
      • 16 Years
      12 years, 2 months ago

      😀

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    2. VougieDipond
      • 14 Years
      12 years, 2 months ago

      lol i just seen this as well

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    3. THE Wild Rover
      • 16 Years
      12 years, 2 months ago

      Haha, didn't even move to get a bite to eat?

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    4. 4vets
      • 16 Years
      12 years, 2 months ago

      Brilliant!

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  19. Moin
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 13 Years
    12 years, 2 months ago

    What does a team do if they don't have 11 players to put up because of injuries or suspensions in the Quarter Finals

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    1. Fifa las vegas
      • 14 Years
      12 years, 2 months ago

      Go home

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  20. Fifa las vegas
    • 14 Years
    12 years, 2 months ago

    Doubt there'll be many goals in this, Uruguay dong the Italian job 😐

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    1. Fifa las vegas
      • 14 Years
      12 years, 2 months ago

      You can thank me....

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    2. THE Wild Rover
      • 16 Years
      12 years, 2 months ago

      Massive timing fail 🙂

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    3. 4vets
      • 16 Years
      12 years, 2 months ago

      Timing!

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  21. Bubz
    • 13 Years
    12 years, 2 months ago

    OHHHHHHH MYYYYY GOODDDDDDDDD

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  22. 4vets
    • 16 Years
    12 years, 2 months ago

    Oh f-ing me!

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  23. VougieDipond
    • 14 Years
    12 years, 2 months ago

    oh my god Hames you are dreamy

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  24. Notorious
    • 13 Years
    12 years, 2 months ago

    Just came to say HAMEEES!

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  25. Dino
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 17 Years
    12 years, 2 months ago

    What a goal

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  26. Jimmers
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 16 Years
    12 years, 2 months ago

    GOAL OF THE TOURNAMENT

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    1. THE Wild Rover
      • 16 Years
      12 years, 2 months ago

      One of the best ever

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  27. Spectrum-FFS Doubles Champ
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    12 years, 2 months ago

    Wow just wow

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  28. Gnu
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 17 Years
    12 years, 2 months ago

    Holy Moly, what a goal.

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  29. Bøwstring The Carp
    • 14 Years
    12 years, 2 months ago

    Rodriguez FGS !!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Need 2-0 now 🙂

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    1. Lord Dragon
      • 13 Years
      12 years, 2 months ago

      Snap

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