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21 January 2016 3181 comments
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Rarely during the 180-episode history of the ScoutCast have I felt so under fire; forced to curl up in a ball and defend myself by any means necessary.

Reeling from the first dramatic failing of my no-Aguero policy, I recruit Luke to join myself, Andy and Jonty, only to find that I’ve set up an unwanted 3 vs 1 scenario.

A ten-minute tirade, during which I desperately clutch at every tangible straw, has me desperately trying to justify my Aguero stance, while my trio of co-hosts listen on, jab and prod and allow me to tie myself in knots.

Eventually I manage to deflect the blows and switch attentions to another round of community questions. We review failing heavy-hitters, a blossoming Baines and a resurgent Rooney, before the traditional preview of the Gameweek to come.

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Mark Mark created the beast. He's now looking to tame it.

  1. Arctic monkeys
    • 12 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    Who te bench ?

    KDB Alli Mahrez Ozil Payet

    Aguero Lukaku Ighalo

    1. Lallana_
      • 11 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Alli

    2. It’s gonna Ben Mee
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Judging by the past five weeks I think it must be Mahrez.

      1. Arctic monkeys
        • 12 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        Cheers both

        1. DARE
          • 13 Years
          9 years, 11 months ago

          I have the exact sam problem. Many do. I think I'll go with Alli actually.

          Who to Captain? :-O

          1. Arctic monkeys
            • 12 Years
            9 years, 11 months ago

            Between Lukaku and Kun the latter most likely

    3. Foot Fighter
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Weird... I have the exact same front 8 and am struggling with the same decision... I am currently leaning towards benching Mahrez...

      1. DARE
        • 13 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        HAHA....there you go. 😀

    4. Nobodinho
      • 11 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Alli imo

    5. bigbudgie
      • 11 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Obviously between Mahrez/Alli
      Probably Mahrez.

      1. Arctic monkeys
        • 12 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        Never benched him, and captained him for his brace and hattrick. I find it difficult to bench him but he does seem the good candidate.

    6. fancy111
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Mahrez

      Alli has away form and fixture. Mahrez has a reasonably tough home game and 0 form

      1. Lallana_
        • 11 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        No pens either. Tough choice 😮

        1. fancy111
          • 10 Years
          9 years, 11 months ago

          Sure is... If looking at LEI assets I'd be leaning back to Vardy now.

    7. Walsh
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Mahrez

    8. Heels_Over_Head
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Ozil

    9. ol3andre
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      We have the same attacking 8. I bench Mahrez.

  2. Darrend18
    • 11 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    Aguero lukaku giroud best forward line for next 2 game weeks ?

    1. DARE
      • 13 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      I'd say Kun - Lukaku - Kane

      I have Ighalo though and spread the money on Mids instead. I've had him since GW1 so having a bit of a problem getting rid of him. 😉

    2. Lallana_
      • 11 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Maybe even Rooney/Ighalo can do well too
      Tough to call

    3. Walsh
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Probably.

    4. Greenbackbøøg…
      • 11 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Kane over Giroud

  3. Scratch
    • 16 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    Daniels 15/2 to score anytime

    1. Mull
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 14 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Only 3 penalties this season. That seems like the correct odds.

    2. fancy111
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      What's the 15/2 in decimal?

      1. oghash
        • 10 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        8.5

      2. Mull
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 14 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        8.5

      3. oghash
        • 10 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        always divide the first number by the second, add the 1.

        1. fancy111
          • 10 Years
          9 years, 11 months ago

          Good to know... This explains a lot... I always divided and was confused when I got more... Should have kept myself in the dark lol

          1. oghash
            • 10 Years
            9 years, 11 months ago

            Decimal always includes the total returns, fractional doesn't. That's why you add the 1 to get the stake included. American odds are not worth explaining really.

            1. Don Look Back in Wenger
              • 16 Years
              9 years, 11 months ago

              Thank you. this really helps

      4. fancy111
        • 10 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        Thanks

  4. fancy111
    • 10 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    Adrian or Hart?

    Adrian would allow me to get Sanchez in 2 weeks with two free transfers.

    Hart would require a third transfer so either an extra week or a -4

    Other option is a 5.2 mil keeper that would allow me to do the Sanchez move

    1. Walsh
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Given that information I'd go Adrian.

      1. fancy111
        • 10 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        Just wish he would drop already. Been at -99.9 all week

        1. oghash
          • 10 Years
          9 years, 11 months ago

          Wildcards, he might not drop for weeks, or ever

          1. fancy111
            • 10 Years
            9 years, 11 months ago

            Yeah, not very highly owned

    2. Najoman86
      • 16 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Adrian

  5. Mull
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 14 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    WHU vs City seems like one of those games where Yaya scores the only goal in a 1-0. I can't see Aguero scoring more than 9 points.

    1. fancy111
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      So assist, 3 bonus, 60 plus minutes plus a free point because he's Aguero?

      1. Mull
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 14 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        They were two separate points. I meant that I think it will be low scoring.

        1. fancy111
          • 10 Years
          9 years, 11 months ago

          I know, was just messing around.

    2. Walsh
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Could be. Or City batters them.

    3. ​
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Seems like another week Yaya doesn't start to me.

      1. Mull
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 14 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        Do you think they'll play Iheanacho again?

        1. ​
          • 12 Years
          9 years, 11 months ago

          or Sterling

      2. Walsh
        • 12 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        Hope not just brought him in for a hit.

        1. Mull
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 14 Years
          9 years, 11 months ago

          So you're the other one who bought him then? 😉

          1. Walsh
            • 12 Years
            9 years, 11 months ago

            😉

        2. ​
          • 12 Years
          9 years, 11 months ago

          lol I can't wait to sell him, he's currently first sub for me at the moment.

          1. Walsh
            • 12 Years
            9 years, 11 months ago

            Madness. I love that man.

            1. ​
              • 12 Years
              9 years, 11 months ago

              City's a minefield across the whole XI and with everyone fit I think his lazy/nonchalant arse is most at risk.

              1. Zasa
                • 11 Years
                9 years, 11 months ago

                You have ze mail 😉

              2. fancy111
                • 10 Years
                9 years, 11 months ago

                Pelle love him though doesn't he? Logically he would be the first benched but I don't see Pelle doing it often

              3. Walsh
                • 12 Years
                9 years, 11 months ago

                Still don't see him as much of a risk minutes-wise. He is resting everyone this past weekend was just his turn is how I see it as lazy as he constantly looks on the pitch. We'll see. Still fancy YYT from an FPL perspective.

              4. Mull
                • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                • 14 Years
                9 years, 11 months ago

                I don't think Pellegrini is that brave. Losing a game without Yaya in the team would likely cause a fan backlash.

  6. Helpmenowbruh
    • 10 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    mahrez to kevin miraless -4 tempted gut

    1. Walsh
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Don't mind Mahrez out for a hit but I'd look past Kevin.

      1. Helpmenowbruh
        • 10 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        on mind?

    2. oghash
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Unless you're planning long term, which I doubt you would be with this move always think, can my new player out score my old player by more than 4? Won't need to ask the question then.

      1. Helpmenowbruh
        • 10 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        yes kevin a greedy fool

        1. oghash
          • 10 Years
          9 years, 11 months ago

          Problem solved then. That's been £8.29 fee please, plus 20% vat.

          1. Helpmenowbruh
            • 10 Years
            9 years, 11 months ago

            paypal?

            1. oghash
              • 10 Years
              9 years, 11 months ago

              Western Union

  7. Najoman86
    • 16 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    Baines price-rise? Had no idea that he was due for a rise.

    Now not having sufficient funds to go Kolarov > Baines. Worth going with Jagielka instead?

    1. fancy111
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      What's the rest of your defence?

      1. Najoman86
        • 16 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        Kolarov Walker Williams Huth Francis

        1. fancy111
          • 10 Years
          9 years, 11 months ago

          Arsenal defender maybe? Bellerin. The allure of Baines is based in attacking returms potential and Jags just doesn't offer that.

          1. Najoman86
            • 16 Years
            9 years, 11 months ago

            Thanks Fancy. Much appreciated.

    2. Walsh
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      I'd still stay away from their defense.

      1. Najoman86
        • 16 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        Cheers Walsh. Not particularly keen on the Everton defence - even when considering fixtures?

        Alternates?

        1. Walsh
          • 12 Years
          9 years, 11 months ago

          Spurs, Arsenal, Swansea, and Chelsea all seem good.

  8. Jape
    • 10 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    Currently on a WC and i've gotten rid of a few of the "template" guys.

    How's this looking?

    Butland / Forster
    Alder / Daniels / Johnson / Bellerin / Williams
    Willian / Firmino / Payet / Ozil / Wij
    Lukaku / Kun / Afobe

    1. Jape
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      I kinda like some of the punts here, but would like thoughts.

      Thanks 🙂

      1. oghash
        • 10 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        If you intentionally want some difference, it's ok. I'm an advocate for Bunn personally as a differential.

        1. Jape
          • 10 Years
          9 years, 11 months ago

          Yea I do just fancy some difference.

          Bunn?

          1. oghash
            • 10 Years
            9 years, 11 months ago

            Villa keeper.

            1. Jape
              • 10 Years
              9 years, 11 months ago

              Ah ok. What happened to Guzan? Dropped I presume?

          2. fancy111
            • 10 Years
            9 years, 11 months ago

            Villa keeper.

            1. Jape
              • 10 Years
              9 years, 11 months ago

              Thanks

    2. fancy111
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Silva in for Willian (if you have the cash)

      1. Jape
        • 10 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        Don't have the cash so it would involve having to change a lot of people.

        Do feel a little worried about no City mid's though.

        1. fancy111
          • 10 Years
          9 years, 11 months ago

          New suggestion below

    3. Walsh
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Never a fan of a strong front 8 or a 352 but I like a lot of your punts too. Too heavy at GK, I'd pick one. I'd probably downgrade Wij to fodder. Don't hate the idea of pre-firing on Alexis this week either especially if on WC.

      1. fancy111
        • 10 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        Personally I'm setting myself up for a Sanchez move in two weeks. So the fodder idea could be good for now. Willian and Wij to Lingard and Silva? Potential to move Ozil to Sanchez in a week or two?

        1. Jape
          • 10 Years
          9 years, 11 months ago

          Not a bad option actually.

          Will definitely have a look at that. Especially seeing as Willian has a hard away game

      2. Jape
        • 10 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        I wasn't either, but I benched the right players for a few weeks in a row and grew to like it. Didn't do me any favours as I still got red arrows lol.

        Maybe I should have Alli instead of Wij?

        Sanchez is a good shout too. Would have to downgrade defence quite a lot I think

        1. Walsh
          • 12 Years
          9 years, 11 months ago

          Alli over Wij seems good to me if you want to continue going that route. Going to Gosling would be my option though, probably. Don't have to downgrade too much at defense I don't think. Just get rid of either Toby or Bellend for a cheapie.

          1. Jape
            • 10 Years
            9 years, 11 months ago

            I can do Bellerin > Monreal which allows me to do Wij > Silva and Willian > Alli

            1. fancy111
              • 10 Years
              9 years, 11 months ago

              I like that. Monreal has been getting in the BAPS more than Bell lately

              1. Jape
                • 10 Years
                9 years, 11 months ago

                Ok great. Thanks a lot 🙂

            2. Walsh
              • 12 Years
              9 years, 11 months ago

              I like that.

              1. Jape
                • 10 Years
                9 years, 11 months ago

                Cheers Walsh. Glad I asked. 🙂

                1. Walsh
                  • 12 Years
                  9 years, 11 months ago

                  I'm having a nightmare season though, so maybe don't listen to me 😀

                  1. Jape
                    • 10 Years
                    9 years, 11 months ago

                    Doing much better than me! 😛

        2. fancy111
          • 10 Years
          9 years, 11 months ago

          Alli is a good option as well... Viable fourth but cheap enough to be a fifth. Do you have any cash ITB?

          1. Jape
            • 10 Years
            9 years, 11 months ago

            Bellerin > Monreal which allows me to do Wij > Silva and Willian > Alli

            Any good?

            1. fancy111
              • 10 Years
              9 years, 11 months ago

              Yes

      3. Nobodinho
        • 11 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        Agree with Walsh.

  9. bigbudgie
    • 11 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    Mahrez heading for a drop. Whether that effects sale value or not, was he a half season wonder?
    Other priorities or definitely time to shift?

    1. oghash
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      I think he'll still get points and occasionally a big haul. Just he's getting back to his level now, like his team mates so people are looking elsewhere. It's all about the right now, not maybe later for most in fpl, myself included.

    2. Walsh
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Not a half season wonder but he is just out of form.

  10. theeribert
    • 11 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    4 straight red arrows after 9 greens, but I'm still thinking of saving a FT.

    Schmeichel
    Dawson, Alderweireld, Monreal
    Ozil, Mahrez, KdB, Alli
    Lukaku (c), Ighalo (vc), Aguero

    Butland, Dann, Wollscheid, Antonio.

    1. Walsh
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Could do.

  11. Nobodinho
    • 11 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    Thoughts on Cresswell âž¡ Daniels?

    1. Nobodinho
      • 11 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      and start him ahead of Moreno/Bellerin

      1. fancy111
        • 10 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        If you've still got Moreno... The upcoming fixtures are the time to play him.

    2. Walsh
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Surely there is someone else to get rid of besides Cresswell? They have such good fixtures in the medium term. As much as I love the idea of getting baby Baines in.

      1. Nobodinho
        • 11 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        Other defenders: Bellerin, Dawson, Moreno and Simpson.

        Have to 2FTs so would like to use one, wanted to free up some cash so I can do Ighalo & KDB to Aguero & 8.9 mid instead of 8.0.

        1. Walsh
          • 12 Years
          9 years, 11 months ago

          Idk about what your math is like but I'd rather lose Dawson or Moreno.

          1. Nobodinho
            • 11 Years
            9 years, 11 months ago

            lol I mean if I get Daniels for Cresswell I'll have 0.9 more in bank

            1. Walsh
              • 12 Years
              9 years, 11 months ago

              Thanks for that, James. I am just saying I'm not sure who you are targeting between that range of price at midfield so I don't know how much precisely you are looking to free up.

              1. Nobodinho
                • 11 Years
                9 years, 11 months ago

                You're right 😆

                Cheers Walsh.

        2. fancy111
          • 10 Years
          9 years, 11 months ago

          8.0 covers a great variety of solid miss... 8.9 doesn't open up too many other options.

          1. fancy111
            • 10 Years
            9 years, 11 months ago

            *mids

          2. Nobodinho
            • 11 Years
            9 years, 11 months ago

            I can use the cash elsewhere though. Anyway thanks for the replies 🙂

  12. Mull
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 14 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    Do you think Sagna's likely to play >80% of league games from now until the end of the season.

    1. Walsh
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Hell no.

    2. Nobodinho
      • 11 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Only 50-60% I think

      1. Jape
        • 10 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        I feel he'll be lucky to get this

        1. fancy111
          • 10 Years
          9 years, 11 months ago

          Really? I thought he would be one of the more nailed full backs?

          1. Jape
            • 10 Years
            9 years, 11 months ago

            In all honesty yea, once Zaba has got himself back up to full match fitness i'd say he's definitely the first choice

      2. Mull
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 14 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        You think Zaba's going to play half the games?

    3. ​
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      I think once Zaba's match fit he's 1st choice.

  13. oghash
    • 10 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    What's everyone's opinion on Byram at West Ham? I know he is a class player, imo anyway every time I've watched him, but will he start? 5 million is a bit steep for fpl but thinking about ufpl. Would be a great differential if he plays. Any hammers in here? Or anyone else with an opinion?

    1. Mull
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 14 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      130 apps, 9 goals.

      Not even UFPL.

      1. oghash
        • 10 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        He's right back who occasionally plays further forward for a struggling championship team. I think those stats are a little basic and irrelevant. The lad can play, as long as he develops he should be an england regular. Though with those stats you're looking at roughly 3 goals a season for a defender in a bad team, not bad.
        My question was more will he start for west ham. I don't know the team well enough to know if he'll fit in. Have been looking at a west ham forum and the majority think he will take the number 1 slot, but possibly not straight away.

        1. Mull
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 14 Years
          9 years, 11 months ago

          I saw 'right winger' and the goal stats and immediately clicked off the wiki page. As a defender though he looks a really good option if he starts, however, I don't think we'll know soon enough to buy him before the UFPL transfer window shuts.

          1. oghash
            • 10 Years
            9 years, 11 months ago

            Yeah, you're right. As a winger I agree, he's a bit kack. As a defender, he's one of the few players I've watched and instantly wished my team would buy him, but knowing we wouldn't.

            1. Mull
              • Fantasy Football Scout Member
              • 14 Years
              9 years, 11 months ago

              I'm going to try and hold my final 6 transfers until next week so I can pick up on under the radar gems like this. You got any good punts for the second half?

              1. oghash
                • 10 Years
                9 years, 11 months ago

                The only ones I'm certain on are Austin and Adam Johnson. I don't think Austin will set the world on fire but I think he'll do as a back up striker. Adam johnson basically is a punt in the dark.

                1. Mull
                  • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                  • 14 Years
                  9 years, 11 months ago

                  I'm already have Afobe as a differential and am also strongly considering Aaron Ramsey. His potential is really high and his ownership will almost be 0 in the top 250.

                  1. oghash
                    • 10 Years
                    9 years, 11 months ago

                    I'm playing for pride in one team and the monthly in the others. Not even close to the top. If you are, good luck, wish you all hte best.

    2. Zilla42
      • 15 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Last April (2015), I was visiting a friend who is a life-long LUFC fan and we went to two matches. I saw Byram play against Cardiff and Norwich.

      Byram was quickest on the pitch and extremely creative. His maturity on the ball, speed, confidence and attacking intent seemed years beyond his actual age. He really stuck out. Impressive, indeed.

      He was being utilized as a winger/wing back coming down the right flank. He demonstrated real attacking intent and ability. His only problem was that he didn't have anyone around him that could build upon his excellent play (or finish). Apparently, Everton and other clubs had been looking at him and Leeds fans reconciled themselves to the fact that it was only a matter of time before he would get picked up by another club.

      FWIW - I am going to be monitoring him very closely to see what West Ham does with him. If he gets minutes -- and doesn't get intimidated -- and builds on what I saw last year -- he could be gem.

      1. oghash
        • 10 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        We (palace) tried to buy him last year but they wouldn't sell. Guess will have to wait and see. Problem is he won't be a differential by then and ufpl has a limited transfer window. Maybe next year.

        1. Zilla42
          • 15 Years
          9 years, 11 months ago

          It will be interesting to see how he does. I hope he gets a chance to get solid pitch time. I would love to see what he can do with a reasonable team around him. He seemed solid defensively.

  14. EmreCan Hustle
    • 13 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    Good morning DZ.

    So under what circumstances will there NOT be a DGW 25/26?

    Blanks in GW 27, for the finalists of C1C are confirmed. So surely a DGW is guaranteed.
    Don't think it'll be rescheduled to GW 34/37 because there might be FA Cup clashes.

    Is there any reason I should be worried about blanks coming before the first DGW?

    Thanks.

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

      Anything is possible. This time next week we may have more answers.

      1. EmreCan Hustle
        • 13 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        Cheers TM. Would you be worried about having too many potential DGW players in your team? Maybe 5 or 6?
        I can manage up to 3 or 4 players having blanks, but anymore would become difficult.

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

          You don't want to be carrying players who don't pay in general. Plenty will try and save FT if there is an early GW to sort back for the blank GW27. Best to concentrate on points in the meantime. You could easily run into injuries with the extra game. You could have 7/8 including a GK and get a good 11 out in GW27 if needed.

          1. EmreCan Hustle
            • 13 Years
            9 years, 11 months ago

            Cheers. I feel Firmino or Mirallas could do better than KDB over the next 2 weeks. But I also feel City are more likely to have a DGW 🙂
            Guess it's best to chase points for now.

      2. EmreCan Hustle
        • 13 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        And would you remove a potential DGW player now? Like KDB?

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

          I would try to keep him at least another GW unless City play.

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

            until*

          2. EmreCan Hustle
            • 13 Years
            9 years, 11 months ago

            Thanks.

  15. Rex Lapis
    • 11 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    Myhill Elliot
    Bellerin Johnson Cresswell Moreno Nyom
    Silva Ozil Payet Mahrez Alli
    Kun Lukaku Ighalo

    2FT 1.8ITB

    Which one?
    A. Myhill > Lloris
    B. Nyom > Daniels

    1. EmreCan Hustle
      • 13 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      A

  16. Nabs Kebabs
    • 14 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    Play Monreal (CHE) or Darmian (SOT)?

    1. OPTA FPL
      • 14 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Monreal

    2. Nobodinho
      • 11 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Monreal imo

    3. Jigger & Pony
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Monreal

    4. Test Eagles
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 14 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Darmian for me ... but I'd play Nacho also if you can.

      1. Nabs Kebabs
        • 14 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        Nacho over Evans(AVL) or Toby(cpl)?

  17. OPTA FPL
    • 14 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    Best to save FT this week?

    Butland

    Smalling Toby Bellerin

    SIlva KDB Ozil Mahrez

    Aguero Lukaku Ighalo

    Bench: Simpson Westwood Richards

    1. OPTA FPL
      • 14 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      any idea lads? 1FT, 700k cash
      I have no idea with my team this week

    2. Jigger & Pony
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Good to save.

    3. Holmes
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Yep, save

    4. Nobodinho
      • 11 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Yes

    5. OPTA FPL
      • 14 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Cheers fellas

    6. Jinswick
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 15 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Yep, good to save Rukawa.

  18. Jigger & Pony
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 12 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    What do you think about Mahrez + Alli > Barkley + Gosling? Other mids are KdB, Ozil and Payet.

    1. OPTA FPL
      • 14 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      I would do the opposite

      1. Jigger & Pony
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 12 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        You still prefer to hold Mahrez with all his blanks and no pens?

        1. OPTA FPL
          • 14 Years
          9 years, 11 months ago

          yes

    2. Jape
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Still not a fan of Barkley. Give Firmino a go 🙂

      1. Jigger & Pony
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 12 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        Let me look at Firmino's stats.

    3. Test Eagles
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 14 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Hmmm ... don't like that ... i'd stick with them both for now and contemplate after this GW. If Mahrez can't get some points at hom e to AVL then there's a problem and should be shipped!

      1. Jigger & Pony
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 12 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        Home to STO you mean?

    4. AppleDunk
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      I would keep them if I were you.

      1. Jigger & Pony
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 12 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        Cheers. Need to burn a FT. KdB > Silva any good?

        1. AppleDunk
          • 12 Years
          9 years, 11 months ago

          If you have no pressing issues, I think that will do.

  19. Jape
    • 10 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    Who to play? pick 3

    A) Johnson (lei)
    B) Alder (cry)
    C) Monreal (CHE)
    D) Daniels (sun)
    E) Williams (eve)

    1. Holmes
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Johnson, Daniels, Toby

      1. Jape
        • 10 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        That's what I had. Thanks

    2. Nobodinho
      • 11 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      BCD

      1. Jape
        • 10 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        Don't think Chelsea will do much at the Emirates then?

        1. Nobodinho
          • 11 Years
          9 years, 11 months ago

          Yea I think so, especially if Costa is out.

          1. Jape
            • 10 Years
            9 years, 11 months ago

            Good point. Completely forgot about Costa

    3. Test Eagles
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 14 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Aldi
      Monreal
      Johnson

      1. Jape
        • 10 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        Thanks a lot.

        Seems like everyone agrees on Aldi and Johnson, but debating Daniels and Monreal

    4. OPTA FPL
      • 14 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Bench D

      1. Jape
        • 10 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        Why's that?

    5. AppleDunk
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      ABD

      1. Jape
        • 10 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        Thanks 😀

    6. The Left Duke #3
      • 11 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      BCD

      1. Jape
        • 10 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        Thanks a lot

    7. Jinswick
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 15 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      B, C, D

      1. Jape
        • 10 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        Interesting. Think Leicester will get past Stoke?

        I was looking at playing Bunn in goal over Butland and then having Johnson for Stoke cover.

        1. Jinswick
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 15 Years
          9 years, 11 months ago

          Yeah I do. Leicester at home are still a strong attacking force and I think Stoke may have one eye on the cup semi final a few days later. I'm benching Wolly for Simpson. I'd stick with Butland as AVL are poor and Butland's on form and often gets save points, but I wouldn't want to double on STO defence this week.

          1. Jape
            • 10 Years
            9 years, 11 months ago

            Fair point. Thanks

            Maybe I will start Butland instead then. The reason I was considering Bunn was because WBA aren't amazing at scoring.

    8. Jigger & Pony
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      ABD

  20. The Left Duke #3
    • 11 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    Over 50K have transferred out Lukaku. I know he blankerd against City and Chelsea away but with his fixtures coming up, it's madness right?....or am i missing something.

    1. Jigger & Pony
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Keep

      1. The Left Duke #3
        • 11 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        I am, just thought there might be some news I am unaware of. Probably just making way for Kun in a lot of teams.

        Home to Swansea and Newcastle is a crazy time to sell in my opinion.

    2. SANTACLAUS
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Madness

      1. The Left Duke #3
        • 11 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        That's what I thought. I'm even captaining him 🙂

    3. gbpearce - AMERICAN DYCHO
      • 11 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      madness

  21. Don Look Back in Wenger
    • 16 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    play mhyhill or ddg?

    current playing def = evans moreno nyom ( dann berty )

    1. Jigger & Pony
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      DDG

      1. Don Look Back in Wenger
        • 16 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        thanks mate

  22. Jigger & Pony
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 12 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    So you guys don't like my Mahrez+Alli > Barkley+Gosling idea. Any thoughts re how I should burn my FT?

    Butland Hennessey
    Alderweireld Dawson Moreno PvA Ward
    KdB Ozil Payet Mahrez Alli
    Kun Kane Lukaku

    2FT. 0itb.

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

      When will you ever play PvA with those fixtures?

      1. Jigger & Pony
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 12 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        Last week for PvA. Want to play him vs BOU.

    2. Holmes
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      KDB to Barkley and save other FT?

      1. Jigger & Pony
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 12 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        Interesting. Could work out. But want to know about MCI potential DGW... So annoying as would love to have 3FT next week.

    3. AppleDunk
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      You think PvA will keep scoring? Otherwise, shift him out for a cheaper def like Simpson or RBennett.

      1. Jigger & Pony
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 12 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        Want to play him this week vs BOU so he's out next.

    4. Jinswick
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 15 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Definitely only use 1 transfer as your team is in great shape.

      I'd consider a PVA downgrade to give yourself the option of Sanchez next week. Or possibly Aldy -> Kos/Baines if you don't fancy Spurs for cleanies away from home (3 away in next 4).

      1. Jigger & Pony
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 12 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        Cheers. Looking at Targett to free up funds. Do you think he's nailed? Could be useful to have a playing bench when blanks come about.

  23. oghash
    • 10 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    Newcastle have offered £7m for Swansea attacker Bafetimbi Gomis - is one of the funniest headlines I've seen all year.

    1. Don Look Back in Wenger
      • 16 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      why is that so?

  24. Venom Snake
    • 12 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    Sell Ben Davies or save my FT? Currently my 5th fodder

    1. Jinswick
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 15 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Save imo

    2. dennis the menace
      • 14 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      save

    3. Nabs Kebabs
      • 14 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      save

  25. Jinswick
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 15 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    Morning DZ,

    So I've been tossing up between Baines & Jags this week, but given i) it's unlikely I'll have 2 ARS attackers in my front 7, and ii) EVE's defence looks pretty ropey, would it be better to go for Kos instead? Or perhaps a double on MUN defence with Smalling? Or even just downgrade to Targett to save cash for Sanchez later? My back 3 have reasonable fixtures this week also so I'm not desperate to get another defender to start this week.

    VVD ->

    A) Baines
    B) Jags
    C) Kos
    D) Smalling
    E) Targett

    DDG
    Bellerin, Moreno, Simpson
    KDB, Payet, Mahrez, Alli
    Aguero, Kane, Lukaku

    Hennessey, VVD, Wolly, Surman
    Bank 2.3m, 2FT

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

      Normally I'd say Baines, but in your case I would get jags and keep the money for midfield upgrade

      1. Jinswick
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 15 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        Cheers. I'm actually quite happy with my starting back 3 this week so am rather tempted with E - this is the only one that enables an Alli -> Sanchez upgrade (via a DDG downgrade) next week. Waste of a transfer or is it worth it to have a front 7 of:

        Sanchez, KDB, Payet, Mahrez
        Aguero, Kane, Lukaku

        1. Jigger & Pony
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 12 Years
          9 years, 11 months ago

          Targett is an intriguing option. What's your opinion of his nailedness?

          1. Jinswick
            • Fantasy Football Scout Member
            • 15 Years
            9 years, 11 months ago

            I don't think he's nailed but for now it's his position to lose. 2 cleanies and 2 assists in 2 starts after Saints previously struggled with 4 at the back. His attacking stats are great also (better than Baines). Getting him would be purely for the cash, but an OOP 3.7m defender is never a bad thing. I'm currently getting him as I fancy a Sanchez punt next week.

            1. Jigger & Pony
              • Fantasy Football Scout Member
              • 12 Years
              9 years, 11 months ago

              He does give us important financial flexibility for sure.

              1. Jinswick
                • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                • 15 Years
                9 years, 11 months ago

                Yep, and the uncertainties around the blank/DGW ers me towards not buying LIV/EVE/MCY/STO/NEW/AVL players this week. I already have 5 players from those teams and if they all end up having a blank in GW27 and thr DGW isn't until much later then I could struggle getting a team out in 27.

    2. Jigger & Pony
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Jags looks like most balanced option

  26. fedolefan
    • 11 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    Mane to Barkley for a -4?

    1. Nabs Kebabs
      • 14 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      i would stick

      1. fedolefan
        • 11 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        Thanks.

  27. Holmes
    • 12 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    Plan was to do Kane---> Luka this week, is it risky?

    1. AppleDunk
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Why sell Kane?

      1. Holmes
        • 12 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        Only 9pts in last 2 easy games... Other than penalty, he didnt looked good against Sunderland either.

    2. Mr. O'Connell
      • 13 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Nah, will be captained by a lot so I'd say it's risky to go without.

      1. Don Look Back in Wenger
        • 16 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        but its riskier to not have lukaku atm no?

  28. Nabs Kebabs
    • 14 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    Still confused on what to do here DZ

    Butland
    Monreal, Alderweireld, Darmian
    Ozil, Ramsey, Payet, Mahrez
    Kun, Lukaku, Ighalo

    Schmeichel, Alli, Evans, Dann

    2FT, 1.6m

    Thinking Dann out would be nice but there is lack of options to buy. Could also go Ramsey to Gosling and promote Alli to 4th mid. Don't really want Barkley. What would you do?

    1. Holmes
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Dann to Simpson

  29. Mr. O'Connell
    • 13 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    Transfer to burn. 0.9 ITB.

    Walker > ?

    A) Simpson
    B) Jagielka
    C) Other

    Rest of defence is Cresswell, Moreno, Evans, Smith