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Our series of members’ articles, which review the numbers behind the 2015/16 season, continues this evening with an assessment of Everton.

To get underway, we cast an eye over the Toffees’ team data, comparing them to the rest of the top-flight, before analysing their first-team squad, key goal threats and creative sources in an attempt to gain insight on their prospects for the season ahead.


The Merseysiders will, of course, have a new man in charge after Ronald Koeman replaced Roberto Martinez in the hotseat. Everton finished in eleventh spot in each of the Spaniard’s final two campaigns at the helm, accruing 47 points on both occasions, though a drop in resilience saw them concede 55 times in 2015/16 – a defensive record only better than the bottom five.

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  1. Jonny Sutt
    • 11 Years
    9 years, 5 months ago

    Anyone tempted to go for duff players rather than the favourites? It Always seems to get the better of me every year, I put in aguero, Sanchez, hazard, Kane and then they do nothing for 6 weeks, explode for a fortnight and then go back to 6 weeks of nothing! I'd rather chance it and have money spare in the bank!

    1. Lovren an elevator
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 5 months ago

      Same although I'm not sure these are considered duff, but I'm looking closely at them all, how about you?

      Tadic, Siggy, A.Ayew, Diamé, Mané, Fischer, Noble, Wilson, Gray, Hernandez

  2. JK - Cønt ⭐
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 14 Years
    9 years, 5 months ago

    Jac the Cat still around?

    1. JAC THE CAT
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 5 months ago

      Still here dude

      1. JK - Cønt ⭐
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 14 Years
        9 years, 5 months ago

        there will be a Champions League this season

        1. JAC THE CAT
          • 12 Years
          9 years, 5 months ago

          Fair play

          Thanks for taking the time to check

        2. Debauchy
          • 12 Years
          9 years, 5 months ago

          and Arsenal will in it

  3. AriseSirGiggsy
    • 14 Years
    9 years, 5 months ago

    Can u imagine if this waiting goes on for another week? So painful, but you never know it might do...

    1. Adam West - Team Serbia for…
      • 15 Years
      9 years, 5 months ago

      It will be the exact same except people will be moaning about fpl opening instead of too many rmt's

    2. JAC THE CAT
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 5 months ago

      I cant imagine it 🙁

    3. Mílanista
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 14 Years
      9 years, 5 months ago

      Watching all this desperation is the most entertaining FFS has been in months. FPL can wait another couple of weeks.

  4. George Sillett
    • 10 Years
    9 years, 5 months ago

    Farty Towels on Gold. Classic.

  5. halnone
    • 15 Years
    9 years, 5 months ago

    3 hours 54 mins

  6. JK - Cønt ⭐
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 14 Years
    9 years, 5 months ago

    FFS in the next week

    "Is it open yet?"

    "I wish it wasn't open yet, all these RMTs"

    "That team is too template"

    "I don't like player x, change him for player y, that's better"

    "That team is too template"

      • 10 Years
      9 years, 5 months ago

      early next week*

    1. sinik
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 5 months ago

      I just want to register and then I won't log in for another 2 weeks lol

    2. Mílanista
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 14 Years
      9 years, 5 months ago

      "Not template enough"

      "I've picked a unique team, please have a look" *proceeds to post team with 14 template players

    3. BigManBakar
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 5 months ago

      True.

    4. Debauchy
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 5 months ago

      " do you think player x will score more than player y"
      Thanks Epic

  7. sinik
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 12 Years
    9 years, 5 months ago

    New Overwatch character: Ana

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XbzRwssqMtU

    She's the mother of Pharah (and apparently Reaper is Pharah's father)

  8. Tiamani Warrior
    • 12 Years
    9 years, 5 months ago

    Everyone seems to be mentioning Gray as the 3rd striker option to have but no love for Hernandez at Hull. I haven't done much reading up on the championship last season - is hernandez not expected to do much in PL?

    1. Jay10
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 5 months ago

      Hull and Norwich are two teams who are always expected to struggle regardless of how good they were in the championship.

    2. BigManBakar
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 5 months ago

      Leicester,Man United,Arsenal,Liverpool and Chelsea in 5 of their first 7. I'll pass 🙂

      1. Tiamani Warrior
        • 12 Years
        9 years, 5 months ago

        Oh looks like a rough start yes haven't reviewed fixtures yet! Other than that anyone know much about him and if he can tick over some acceptable points through the season? I usually like to go Aguero plus two cheapies

        1. BigManBakar
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 12 Years
          9 years, 5 months ago

          I haven't been following Hull since we went down. I read on here though he was their main man last season. Would be interesting to see if he can carry that form to this season.

          1. BigManBakar
            • Fantasy Football Scout Member
            • 12 Years
            9 years, 5 months ago

            they went*

            1. Tiamani Warrior
              • 12 Years
              9 years, 5 months ago

              cheers I may have to do some more digging! middlesboro dont seem to have a settled striker so I may have to consider hull even with the terrible fixtures if I want to go with my usual price spread

              1. BigManBakar
                • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                • 12 Years
                9 years, 5 months ago

                Gray seems the best out of that lot if I'm being honest!

                1. Tiamani Warrior
                  • 12 Years
                  9 years, 5 months ago

                  yep pretty set on having gray as my 2nd striker! just hunting down a 3rd

  9. markrogers1
    • 9 Years
    9 years, 5 months ago

    @Mods

    100% serious. I want to buy membership. if I buy it now can you assure me that I will not get banned?

    Thank you and God bless 🙂

    1. Syd.
      • 16 Years
      9 years, 5 months ago

      Hi Optimus

      1. markrogers1
        • 9 Years
        9 years, 5 months ago

        Sorry?

      2. The Bandit
        • 15 Years
        9 years, 5 months ago

        Has Optimus stopped being funny? 😕

      3. Optimus.
        • 14 Years
        9 years, 5 months ago

        Not me, I'm just lurking

    2. Debauchy
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 5 months ago

      No - dont bother

    3. Chenku╰☆╮
      • 11 Years
      9 years, 5 months ago

      Jafooli hi!

      1. markrogers1
        • 9 Years
        9 years, 5 months ago

        I'm serious. I wanna become a member. I'll change my name because people don't seem to like me.

        1. TorresMagic™
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • Has Moderation Rights
          • 16 Years
          9 years, 5 months ago

          Post on twitter from your account for any creditability.

          1. sinik
            • Fantasy Football Scout Member
            • 12 Years
            9 years, 5 months ago

            got 'em!

          2. Zombie
            • 12 Years
            9 years, 5 months ago

            Cynic!

            1. TorresMagic™
              • Fantasy Football Scout Member
              • Has Moderation Rights
              • 16 Years
              9 years, 5 months ago

              He posted above you.

              1. Zombie
                • 12 Years
                9 years, 5 months ago

                So there are two of you. Great!

    4. George Sillett
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 5 months ago

      You would be paying twice Epic.

      1. Optimus.
        • 14 Years
        9 years, 5 months ago

        I very much doubt it's Epic

        1. Zombie
          • 12 Years
          9 years, 5 months ago

          Christina then!

          1. Optimus.
            • 14 Years
            9 years, 5 months ago

            Nah not his style, If I had to guess I reckon it's Ayew or Hazardous

            1. Zombie
              • 12 Years
              9 years, 5 months ago

              Ayew!

              He even left a clue: http://www.fantasyfootballscout.co.uk/comment/13541623

        2. George Sillett
          • 10 Years
          9 years, 5 months ago

          He seemed to disappear when this started.

          1. markrogers1
            • 9 Years
            9 years, 5 months ago

            But I am serious TM. Will it be a waste of my money if I purchase membership now? Don't wanna do it if I'm gonna be struck off.

  10. Syd.
    • 16 Years
    9 years, 5 months ago

    66 Mins - Lincoln Red Imps 1-0 Celtic

    Celtic have been atrocious, but all credit to the team from Gibraltar. They have displayed commitment and no shortage of skill in earning this lead.

      • 10 Years
      9 years, 5 months ago

      One word.

      Character.

      1. Syd.
        • 16 Years
        9 years, 5 months ago

        🙂

    1. The Bandit
      • 15 Years
      9 years, 5 months ago

      *part time team from Gibraltar 😀

    2. Optimus.
      • 14 Years
      9 years, 5 months ago

      Alot of character shown from the minnows

  11. Davido989
    • 15 Years
    9 years, 5 months ago

    I'd be intrigued to find out Mark Rogers' definition of 'delayed'.

  12. JK - Cønt ⭐
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 14 Years
    9 years, 5 months ago

    Lincoln Red

    sounds like a variety of cheese tbh

  13. le flem
    • 12 Years
    9 years, 5 months ago

    isn't fpl supposed to be out now?

    what's happened?

    1. Jazz!
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 5 months ago

      Mark Rogers happened.

      1. le flem
        • 12 Years
        9 years, 5 months ago

        i don't know who he is, or what he's done, but damn him to hell!

    2. TorresMagic™
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • Has Moderation Rights
      • 16 Years
      9 years, 5 months ago

      It's still July.

    3. Davido989
      • 15 Years
      9 years, 5 months ago

      Delayed got auto-corrected to imminent.

      1. le flem
        • 12 Years
        9 years, 5 months ago

        i see. i'll check back tomorrow

    4. Mo Mané Mo Problems
      • 11 Years
      9 years, 5 months ago

      July happened.

  14. Cheeseoid
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 13 Years
    9 years, 5 months ago

    Lincoln Red to win the Champions league?

    1. Sauzée
      • 9 Years
      9 years, 5 months ago

      Worth a quid.

      1. Cheeseoid
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 13 Years
        9 years, 5 months ago

        I suspect that would be longer than 5000-1

  15. GOTG20
    • 14 Years
    9 years, 5 months ago

    Early next week they said! Early next week...A man can only F5 so much

  16. Tiamani Warrior
    • 12 Years
    9 years, 5 months ago

    What happened to Charlie Austin last season - injured or just crap? Will he be the main man now with Pele gone?

    1. MrMaverick
      • 9 Years
      9 years, 5 months ago

      New manager Puel played 2 up top at Nice so expect him to do the same again. Long-Austin

      1. Gareth nose
        • 9 Years
        9 years, 5 months ago

        That would be a great partnership!

    2. A.T
      • 15 Years
      9 years, 5 months ago

      Injured mainly then benched. Hope he makes a come back this time around.

    3. Ruth_NZ
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 5 months ago

      Depends on the new manager. He could prefer Long and it will also be interesting to see what he does with J-Rod.

      1. Tiamani Warrior
        • 12 Years
        9 years, 5 months ago

        fair to say austin would do a job most similar to Pele of those 3 options?

        1. Ruth_NZ
          • 10 Years
          9 years, 5 months ago

          Maybe. But obviously the new manager doesn't want a Pelle type of target man, otherwise I guess they'd have kept him.

          J-Rod could easily play alongside Austin or Long if the manager prefers 2 forwards. It will be worth looking at what happens in pre-season.

    4. My Name Is Prince
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 5 months ago

      Austin could be a great differential next season, if he can find his feet...

    5. Tiamani Warrior
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 5 months ago

      He was on pens back at QPR right?

      1. QPR expects... glory!
        • 14 Years
        9 years, 5 months ago

        Absolutely.

  17. :
    • 10 Years
    9 years, 5 months ago

    July 12th...as if Celtic fans didn't hate that date enough! 😀

  18. Lateriser 12
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 13 Years
    9 years, 5 months ago

    Lol someone made a FFScout account.

  19. Jambot
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 14 Years
    9 years, 5 months ago

    About 13.4 seconds into intercourse I inform my girlfriend 'coming soon' and she'd tell you I'm good to my word. Hurry up FPL

    1. Zombie
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 5 months ago

      Whereas a pig's orgasm lasts around half an hour #JustSaying

      1. Epic Fail
        • 15 Years
        9 years, 5 months ago

        Bit harsh calling his girlfriend a pig.

        1. Zombie
          • 12 Years
          9 years, 5 months ago

          😆

      2. Jambot
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 14 Years
        9 years, 5 months ago

        I have to check back during July for hers

  20. Zombie
    • 12 Years
    9 years, 5 months ago

    A totally non FFS/FPL question:

    Have any of you guys worked on/ learnt SQL?

    1. ONSIDE 9
      • 11 Years
      9 years, 5 months ago

      I've done a bit, having problems?

      1. Zombie
        • 12 Years
        9 years, 5 months ago

        Not exactly. I have started learning it and was looking for tips about some online good resources, which someone have used/tested personally.

        I know they are similar, which SQL for ya?

        1. Davido989
          • 15 Years
          9 years, 5 months ago

          The very basics: http://www.w3schools.com/sql/

          Try downloading SQL Server Management Studio and you'll pick up a lot from there. Using IIS to set up a website should also help.

          Video may help: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2qwd7x17LKQ

          1. Zombie
            • 12 Years
            9 years, 5 months ago

            Thanks sir!

            I will give all of them a proper look. If it makes a difference, I am looking for a resource which helps in some kinda hands on teaching/exercises rather than teaching me commands

        2. ONSIDE 9
          • 11 Years
          9 years, 5 months ago

          W3Schools,tutorialspoint I found these good learning and then stackoverflow is great for any questions you have

          1. Zombie
            • 12 Years
            9 years, 5 months ago

            Thanks man, W3schools looks like good starting point

    2. Davido989
      • 15 Years
      9 years, 5 months ago

      Every day. 🙂

      1. Zombie
        • 12 Years
        9 years, 5 months ago

        You da man. So if I have to learn it, where should I start? I am at SQLZoo and W3school but an expert can tell me better!

        1. Davido989
          • 15 Years
          9 years, 5 months ago

          Check above. You need to put it into practise - creating a database and website. YouTube videos should help. I wasn't a pro before my job but a lot of videos helped me - you learn as you go. 🙂

    3. Epic Fail
      • 15 Years
      9 years, 5 months ago

      Learnt it at uni, haven't used it in the working world.

      1. Zombie
        • 12 Years
        9 years, 5 months ago

        Thanks man, Berb's links above looks like a good starting point.

        On a side note, do you have two accounts now? One this and another Mark Rogers 😛

    4. Syd.
      • 16 Years
      9 years, 5 months ago

      Yip

      1. Zombie
        • 12 Years
        9 years, 5 months ago

        Look above please!

  21. Syd.
    • 16 Years
    9 years, 5 months ago

    My team showed a lot of character. They were magnificent in defeat

  22. RᴀᴄɪɴɢTᴏᴀᴅ
    • 9 Years
    9 years, 5 months ago

    Bahahaha Celtic lost to some fishermen. 😆

    1. Davido989
      • 15 Years
      9 years, 5 months ago

      Fishermen lost to some team called Celtic*

    2. Syd.
      • 16 Years
      9 years, 5 months ago

      It was actually a painter, postman, a few police officers and a labourer

      Just your typical Sunday league pub team

  23. weeurquahrt
    • 15 Years
    9 years, 5 months ago

    Sky game very tough this year.don't think ill bother playing .3 good strikers nearly half the budget. What are they thinking

    1. Epic Fail
      • 15 Years
      9 years, 5 months ago

      I won't be playing unless they improve the crap site design.

    2. TorresMagic™
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • Has Moderation Rights
      • 16 Years
      9 years, 5 months ago

      Scoring system is different. Budget is more also.

    1. Evasivo
      • 15 Years
      9 years, 5 months ago

      What's up with the Mighty Imps? Better than the Cod Heads!

    1. Jazz!
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 5 months ago

      Well that has solved the Firmino vs Mané dilemma for most I hope 😆

    2. Zizoulicious
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 5 months ago

      That is soo gok wan, the insufferable git

    3. Davido989
      • 15 Years
      9 years, 5 months ago

      His chicka posted a pic selfie with him the other day and her ... was showing. Yeah, crazy people.

    4. Lateriser 12
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      9 years, 5 months ago

      He's boss.

    5. markrogers1
      • 9 Years
      9 years, 5 months ago

      Straight in my team.

    6. Dušan Citizen
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 11 Years
      9 years, 5 months ago

      Hey, don't insult top knots!

  24. England's Number 1
    • 12 Years
    9 years, 5 months ago

    Why is it still scout picks for GW38 and not the team of the season?

    1. England's Number 1
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 5 months ago

      New name and avi, was FPL Nerd. Hopefully people have forgotten about Butland and he'll be a differential..

        • 10 Years
        9 years, 5 months ago

        Are you still planning to write a book about FPL?

      1. Davido989
        • 15 Years
        9 years, 5 months ago

        4.5 please.

  25. MrMaverick
    • 9 Years
    9 years, 5 months ago

    Tomorrow 4am, 11am?

    1. markrogers1
      • 9 Years
      9 years, 5 months ago

      Early tomorrow, 10.30am. Prices released just before update.

      1. MrMaverick
        • 9 Years
        9 years, 5 months ago

        Chers

      2. Dušan Citizen
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 11 Years
        9 years, 5 months ago

        Anyone know which genius from the site got his nickname?

        1. Jack Burton
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 10 Years
          9 years, 5 months ago

          Cheers mark

  26. John t penguin
    • 11 Years
    9 years, 5 months ago

    No point in the rest of the season, it won't get any better than one of the old firm getting a result like this

    1. Sauzée
      • 9 Years
      9 years, 5 months ago

      Down with the old firm!

    2. Cheeseoid
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      9 years, 5 months ago

      Bearing in mind many Scottish all bought Iceland kits do I need to go out and buy a Lincoln Red shirt?