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Dugout Discussion – Bournemouth vs Man United

14 August 2016 2166 comments
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Jose Mourinho returns to the Premier League with a sun soaked Vitality Stadium providing the backdrop.

AFC Bournemouth host Mourinho and his Manchester United charges in today’s early kick-off, with Eddie Howe’s men attempting to follow Hull City’s lead and rip up the script.

Certainly today’s meeting will provide a stern test of Mourinho’s work over the summer – a tight pitch, a tight ground and a home side bristling with pace via Josh King, Callum Wilson and new signing Jordan Ibe.

But United have Zlatan Ibrahimovic; the Swede heads into the match having been handed the armband by 21% of Fantasy Premier League managers. It remains to be seen if he can keep pace with Sergio Aguero who was backed by 34% and rewarded them with a 9-point return in the day one win over Sunderland.

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

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  1. Jay Jay Okocha
    • 13 Years
    10 years, 1 month ago

    People without Zlatan are insane

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    1. Sess!
      • 15 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Err

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    2. Worzel Gummidge
      10 years, 1 month ago

      LOL. Could argue the opposite

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  2. The Royal Robin
    • 11 Years
    10 years, 1 month ago

    So glad I decided not to do Kun + Vardy and actually went for Ibra.

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  3. andy85wsm
    • Has Moderation Rights
    • 16 Years
    10 years, 1 month ago

    Andy's Allstars would like to officially welcome Zlatan Ibrahimovic to the club.

    When asked by the press what Zlatan could bring, the manager answered "goals from anywhere, cheeky kung fu assists, freekicks and nailedonness, hell I might even give him penalties".

    To fund this move the club had to lose Jamie Vardy and Christian Eriksen at a cost of 4 points. Andy went on to say "Sure we've lost 4 points but that's nothing for the comfort of owning Ibrahimovic and getting to watch that silky footwork week in week out".

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    1. Badger Badger Mushroom Mush…
      • 10 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      I for one hope Andy regrets it.

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    2. Johnny Drama
      • 10 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Haha!

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    3. ZLATAN'S PONYTAIL
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Andy does not add Zlatan.

      Zlatan adds himself to your team.

      I kept a few extra quod to not have to make a double transfer.

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    4. Jamie_GAWA
      • 10 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Why get rid of Eriksen, they are playing CPL next week

      Think your making a few mistakes mate but it's your game

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    5. davies
      • 12 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      You've done it?

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      1. andy85wsm
        • Has Moderation Rights
        • 16 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        Not quite yet 😉

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        1. Da Kril
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 16 Years
          10 years, 1 month ago

          Fascinating — watching the rational FPL manager fight it out with the crazed ManU fan inside Andy's head.

          Who will win? What sort of odds are people laying on this? 🙂

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    6. walkman666
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 12 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Great post!

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  4. S.Kuqi
    • 13 Years
    10 years, 1 month ago

    Meanwhile waiting for Arse-Liverpool game everyone please fix your team links please 🙂

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    1. Optimus.
      • 15 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Done, cheers

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    2. The Man Pastore
      • 12 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      done 🙂

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  5. Worzel Gummidge
    10 years, 1 month ago

    How does Ibra taste?

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    1. Jay_
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Needs to drink some more pineapple juice.

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      1. Banana Shaqiri - HMD, PUP
        • 12 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        Haaa

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    2. Rich_20
      • 10 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Bit jammy

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    3. Ziro
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      With his tongue?

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  6. The Royal Robin
    • 11 Years
    10 years, 1 month ago

    54 to go pre-baps with Firmino and Haz to go. Steady.

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    1. Worzel Gummidge
      10 years, 1 month ago

      You da man

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    2. Magic Man
      • 10 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      same as me 🙂

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    3. Veggente85
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Same players left, 65 pre-baps 😛

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      1. ZLATAN'S PONYTAIL
        • 11 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        Boss

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  7. Johnny Drama
    • 10 Years
    10 years, 1 month ago

    Even if no CS I'm a happy Valencia owner, he looked pretty good

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    1. Badger Badger Mushroom Mush…
      • 10 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Agreed

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    2. Royal5
      • 15 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Congratulations 🙂

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    3. Veggente85
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Yes, good to stay in the team.

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    4. Sess!
      • 15 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Yeah was like a winger at times, particularly in first half.

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  8. Optimus.
    • 15 Years
    10 years, 1 month ago

    Do ye reckon there will be price changes tonight?

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    1. The Royal Robin
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Surely after tomorrow's game.

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  9. The Royal Robin
    • 11 Years
    10 years, 1 month ago

    What's the current average?

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    1. Jay_
      10 years, 1 month ago

      30

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  10. Syd.
    • 17 Years
    10 years, 1 month ago

    My midfield

    Mahrez - Martial - Redmond - Firmino 🙂

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    1. The Royal Robin
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Nicely chosen.

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    2. Syd.
      • 17 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Oh and Capoue on the bench 🙂

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    3. Jay_
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Beautiful

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    4. FPL Blow-In
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Nice

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    5. S.Kuqi
      • 13 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Same but Lamela instead of Martial

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      1. Sess!
        • 15 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        Nice

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    6. Veggente85
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Masterful.

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    7. Rich_20
      • 10 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Nice one

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    8. Sess!
      • 15 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Impressive

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    9. Jamie_GAWA
      • 10 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      1 lucky pen and 2 lucky assists, I like it!

      Well done though, what's your total points?

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  11. reece
    • 14 Years
    10 years, 1 month ago

    Liverpool to beat Arsenal up next

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  12. Slam
    • 11 Years
    10 years, 1 month ago

    Wow, that game apparently doubled my rank 😕

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  13. Rolls-Royce
    • 12 Years
    10 years, 1 month ago

    Never doubt Zlatan. NEVER.

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  14. Ziro
    • 11 Years
    10 years, 1 month ago

    A bit for Ibra not worth it at this stage. Wait for tomorrow's match at the least.

    As it stands, I am not getting him unless he repeats with a goal in GW2.

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    1. Think
      • 12 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      With you

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  15. The Finnisher
    • 15 Years
    10 years, 1 month ago

    I'm not so much worried about Zlatan's performance, more worried about the reaction to the goal and incoming price rises making him even more difficult to fit in.

    Need Sanchez to fire now.

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  16. Garlana
    • 11 Years
    10 years, 1 month ago

    a little annoyed by the Bournemouth goal, but i just checked my league and alot of the other players doubled up on utd defence 😛

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  17. Moyesinho
    • 14 Years
    10 years, 1 month ago

    Zlatan nearly scored a FK, set up a chance Rooney should have scored from and scored from a long range shot. He is probably first choice on penalties too. Not having him is crazy.

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    1. Magic Man
      • 10 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Bou had a right back at centre half

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    2. Boydinho
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      It's not

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    3. Redhulkster
      • 12 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      This

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    4. Worzel Gummidge
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Yeah, it really isn't.

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    5. devils advocate
      • 12 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      And he was away from home.

      Haters gonna hate. 😉

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  18. Moin
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 13 Years
    10 years, 1 month ago

    Sanchez scoring 2 goals, will make me reconsider my whole team to fit him!

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    1. S.Kuqi
      • 13 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      I want more consistancy before considering him. Too hot and cold

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      1. Moin
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 13 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        true

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  19. Bubz
    • 13 Years
    10 years, 1 month ago

    I find it funny all the people still playing down Zlatan as an option saying he was bossed all game and only had one shot etc. The fact is the guy scores goals, it's proven. He has 8 points today and barely did anything. Just like in the Community Shield. I don't care about his stats, only the fact he scores goals. (non owner)

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    1. Jay_
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Totally agreed. Hit required I feel.

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      1. walkman666
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 12 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        Agree. He also scored against Leicester after having a poor game. Here is the thing. He just scores. Period. That is huge. I will buy him.

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    2. Ziro
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      If you think he'll keep scoring, then get him. I don't think he will, so won't. Simple.

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      1. Bubz
        • 13 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        Why dont you think he'll keep scoring? Honestly dont understand why anyone would think that

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        1. Ziro
          • 11 Years
          10 years, 1 month ago

          Schevchenko gives me hope. As does Memphis. 😉

          Granted Zlat is proven over time, but let's just say it's my gut. And I like to follow mine.

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        2. Ziro
          • 11 Years
          10 years, 1 month ago

          But I understand the temptation and good luck to you if it works out well for you.

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    3. Zikry
      • 12 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Diomande had 8 points too, must have!

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      1. Bubz
        • 13 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        Oh my days, how is that the same thing?

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        1. FPL Blow-In
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 13 Years
          10 years, 1 month ago

          It's not at all

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    4. ZLATAN'S PONYTAIL
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      This. Didn't have him but brought him in already. He scores all types of goals.
      Will only increase his return with better service.

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    5. Somalion
      • 16 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      He could win the golden boot this season and still be thought of as a rubbish pick by some on here.

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      1. Bubz
        • 13 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        It's bizarre. Some serious denial going on. I dont even own him but am happy to say I made the wrong decision

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        1. Somalion
          • 16 Years
          10 years, 1 month ago

          It always happens on here, different opinions, loyalties to clubs etc. Can get a bit silly sometimes. I feel going for Vardy was still a good call in my team, because he really could have had a few, but I never doubted Ibra as a pick. Just couldn't afford him 🙂

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    6. Luca Toni
      • 14 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Agreed, I don't own him and being Manchester United fan i regret it.
      For people who say, he doesn't do anything they are blind ..
      He doesn't get involved too much in game but when he gets involved he is deadly dangerous..
      1 Free Kick, 2 Potential Assist to Rooney, 1 Wonder Goal eventually .. what else you need..

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      1. devils advocate
        • 12 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        His movement is also impeccable, but those who know nothing about football and just watch the ball wouldn't see that.

        He also is a tireless worker up front and was a constant hassle for the CB's. Not to mention the numerous times his chest down and flicks released those around him to start the attack.

        Club bias is blinding at times, however I'm a little older I guess, and with that comes the ability to acknowledge when another team's player is a class act.

        Now I'm off to hide behind the sofa whilst Sanchez plays, lol.

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    7. devils advocate
      • 12 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Exactly this.

      Just like Aguero sometimes only returns 6-9 pt'ers, however you pay the premium for him because he is a consistent goal scorer that is often a 'safe' captain option and is capable of explosive returns from a brace, hat-trick, and assists.

      Ibra will join Aguero in this bracket for sure. If he doesn't I'll host the MOTD in my tidy whitey's. lol.

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  20. SW6
    • 14 Years
    10 years, 1 month ago

    First goalscorer predictions for Arse - Live please?

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    1. reece
      • 14 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Mane

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    2. S.Kuqi
      • 13 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Walcott. Tired legs etc.

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    3. Moin
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Firmino(O.G.)

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    4. Bubz
      • 13 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Firmino

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    5. Jazz!
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Mané

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    6. faver
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      theo to start 7.5 bandwagon

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    7. *sigh*
      • 15 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Mane

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    8. devils advocate
      • 12 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Coutinho 100%.

      He always scores when the masses largely ignore him, lol.

      I'm very tempted by those 9/1 odds.

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  21. Dušan Citizen
    • 12 Years
    10 years, 1 month ago

    Seems like BOU signs Marc Wilson. There could be another starting 4.0 def. 🙂

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  22. Give The Todd Some Love
    • 14 Years
    10 years, 1 month ago

    Keep Gradel?

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  23. Melvin Udall
    • 12 Years
    10 years, 1 month ago

    Guess Rooney for 9 million wasnt so bad after all.

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    1. Pasqualinho
      • 17 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Rooney's not a bad pick - you just need to know when to get rid.

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      1. Think
        • 12 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        He always scores in patches better to get him now.

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    2. Melvin Udall
      • 12 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      True and with rooney on pens will that extra two and a half million for Zlat get you that many more points by season end? That money could almost turn your townsend into a Hazard.

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      1. devils advocate
        • 12 Years
        10 years, 1 month ago

        Zlatan will be on pens 100%.

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  24. Flynny
    • 11 Years
    10 years, 1 month ago

    Zlatan owners....

    Are you captaining zlatan v saints??

    Or Kun at Stoke??

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    1. S.Kuqi
      • 13 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Kun for sure

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    2. *sigh*
      • 15 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Kun v 40 year old Shay Given? Yes please

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  25. pablo discobar
    • 16 Years
    10 years, 1 month ago

    Having watched the highlights of yesterdays games, Gray looked more involved than Negredo. Other than the goal Negredo did not do a lot. But goals are the important thing. Burnley overall looked very very poor.

    I'm considering switching Gray to Rondon, who has the fixtures and was involved throughput

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  26. Sánchez
    • 14 Years
    10 years, 1 month ago

    Just wait till Zlatan has a home game.
    None of this needing pens stuff like Aguero.

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    1. The Royal Robin
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Zlatan + Aguero will stay in my front line all season, barring injuries.

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    2. Mr. Blonde
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Lol

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  27. The Royal Robin
    • 11 Years
    10 years, 1 month ago

    What pos is Firmino being played in today?

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    1. Springbank
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      False 9,

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    2. Magic Man
      • 10 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      false 9

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  28. DarylT
    • 12 Years
    10 years, 1 month ago

    Chill guys... zlatan just scored one not five goals..

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  29. Springbank
    • 11 Years
    10 years, 1 month ago

    I think I need 4 goals from Hazard tomorrow to make up for my Saturday morning strike of genius of Mahrez,Lamela,Redmond,Ibra > Hazard,Towsend,Tadic,Vardy !!!
    #confident

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  30. Game of Throw_ins
    • 10 Years
    10 years, 1 month ago

    Come on mane. Hat-trick time !

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    1. Think
      • 12 Years
      10 years, 1 month ago

      Will be cruel I picked him to do so but due to site not working properly I end up playing him on bench with Fletcher the 4th midfielder. Still want him to score though, I m happy with 60+ Hazard

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