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6 November 2016 2793 comments
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A busy Sunday comes to its conclusion as Leicester City host West Bromwich Albion at the King Power.

The Foxes are seeking a fourth clean sheet in six at the King Power this time around but will need to do so without the services of Kasper Schmeichel, who is ruled out with a fractured hand.

Both Robert Huth and Danny Simpson walk the Suspension Tightrope for this one, though many will be taking the chance to scout Christian Fuchs as the schedules smiles kindly on the Foxes.

With Riyad Mahrez and Jamie Vardy devoid of form, Islam Slimani – with 20 points in three home fixtures – and Ahmed Musa, who has scored in each of the last two, have the chance to stake a claim as differentials to consider up top. Vardy’s 9% owners are left further frustrated by Claudio Ranieri’s decison to drop him to the bench today.

West Brom, meanwhile, are devoid of talisman Nacer Chadli, who underwent minor knee surgery last week. Given that the Belgian has played a part in 75% of his side’s goals since arriving from Spurs, another shut-out could be on the cards for the champions.

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  1. HurriKane
    • 13 Years
    9 years, 5 months ago

    Anyone else eyeing Siggy.from gw15 onwards ? (SUN wba mid WHU bou CPL)

    Have Goal a piece against Arsenal and Chelsea and assist a piece against City and United this season already

    Imagine what he could do when fixtures eases

    1. ⭐ Bemba_Da ⭐
      • 15 Years
      9 years, 5 months ago

      i'd have him against that everton def

      1. HurriKane
        • 13 Years
        9 years, 5 months ago

        i think chelsea were too good. everton had the second best record in terms of goals conceded before this gw

        saying that Siggy performs against tough oppositions

    2. HurriKane
      • 13 Years
      9 years, 5 months ago

      faced leicester and soton away and liverpool home too. very difficult fixtures those

      players like siggy and defoe could be fanatsy gold even if they plays for swansea and sunderland

    3. Karan_G14
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 5 months ago

      I have and I'm thinking of selling him for Hazard.

    4. King Kohli
      • 13 Years
      9 years, 5 months ago

      Have him. He's ticked along quietly last couple of weeks.

      Might lose him for Cout next GW to complete the dream midfield.

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

      Brought him in last week and he's returned 5 points last 2 weeks. These big hitters scoring double digits make me want to get rid though.

  2. For Fuchs Sake
    • 16 Years
    9 years, 5 months ago

    How much will Haz rise before next GW?

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

      He will be 10.2 by the start of next gw

    2. Team Cruel
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 5 months ago

      .3

    3. Footballfriend
      • 9 Years
      9 years, 5 months ago

      2 for sure and probably 3 rises

    4. For Fuchs Sake
      • 16 Years
      9 years, 5 months ago

      May get him now then!

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

    Still -70 points of where I would like to be 🙁

    1. Bleach †
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 5 months ago

      How much you have atm?

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

        I think around 575ish. Haven't checked properly.

    2. bojack
      • 9 Years
      9 years, 5 months ago

      I'd hope to get an average of 60 pts a week this year, not quite there but I always find the second half of the season more profitable for some reason.

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

      And 20 behind Nidgey 🙂

  4. Too Mane Men
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 11 Years
    9 years, 5 months ago

    Just my thoughts on what is probably the most important transfer window of the season so far.

    Personally, my TV is only 102.0 after holding Ibra + Payet over Coutinho and Lukau so can't afford to miss the next Hazard rise. Getting him in this evening.

    Alonso looks brilliant but I'll risk him not returning an assist/goal away at a solid Boro side even though a clean sheet is very possible. Azpi is still a brilliant option if you can't afford to bring Alonso in at 6.1 next GW for any reason.

    OOP Brunt is a must have quantity over the next few weeks so I'm getting him in time for his home tie with Burnley. Pulis will come good. He always does. Brunt gives you a midfielder who takes corners and can earn clean sheets. No brainer with their upcoming fixtures.

    Lovren + Payet + Ibra > Brunt + Hazard + Lukaku for a hefty -8

    Leaves this:

    Pickford
    Walker Brunt Fuchs
    Walcott Mane Allen Redmond Hazard
    Augero Lukaku

    Grant Kos Holebas Diomande 0.6 ITB

    Note on North London defenders:

    I advise holding onto Kos if you have him. Arsenal's fixtures brighten up very soon and you'll have to spend an FT getting Monreal in down the line. Walker is a season keeper unless injured. Simple as that in my book.

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

      I thought you were joking at first when you said Brunt was essential. Potential yes, essential no way.

      If I were you I'd get Austin instead of Lukaku and try upgrade to a 2nd Lpool mid.

      What are your plans for the keepers? I'm in the same boat. Butland back soon, don't like the thought of starting Pickford every week!

  5. Kuyt Hero
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 14 Years
    9 years, 5 months ago

    Kos Walker Lovren Holebas Amat
    Sanchez Wally Firmino Gundogan Fletcher

    A) Sanchez to Haz for free
    B) Wally to Haz and Walker to Evans/Pieters for -4?

    1. My Name Is Prince
      • 13 Years
      9 years, 5 months ago

      That's the tough question at the moment.... I'm currently leaning towards Sanchez over Walcott, cause I foresee more rotation for Wally, although the fact that Ox was horrible today is a good thing for Walcott.... Walker will be rotated round X-mas time, so Maybe B.... Haha.... 😀

      1. Kuyt Hero
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 14 Years
        9 years, 5 months ago

        Yea, I think I prefer the security of Alexis too, would mean I have to -4 tonight tho, so tough!

  6. arndff
    • 9 Years
    9 years, 5 months ago

    Sanchez & Antonio > Haz & Walcott? (-4pts hit)

    1. GS456
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 5 months ago

      Tough one. Probably would do it.

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

      No

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

        My current line-up:

        Pickford Grant
        Koscielny Vertonghen Fuchs Lovren Amat
        Sanchez Firminho Antonio Allen Capoue
        Aguero Lukaku Austin

        * Could you give me an advice what to do next gameweek? 10x!

    3. MTPockets
        9 years, 5 months ago

        No

    4. GS456
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 5 months ago

      Have this.

      Heaton/Pickford

      Bellerin, Walker, Evans, Peiters, Amat

      Firmino, Coutinho, Sanchez, Allen, Gundogan

      Austin, Aguero, Costa.

      Don't think i need hazard do i?

      1. In Bale We Trust
        • 16 Years
        9 years, 5 months ago

        I personally would lose Sanchez for him

        1. GS456
          • 10 Years
          9 years, 5 months ago

          Might do it, but will ride the price rises for now. Worried about international injuries.

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

      Is 416 points despite starting from GW 4 good?

      1. GS456
        • 10 Years
        9 years, 5 months ago

        Yeah. I only have 578 from all GWs

      2. Sims
        • 9 Years
        9 years, 5 months ago

        What's your gw4 rank?

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

          This

        2. itwaswritten
          • 9 Years
          9 years, 5 months ago

          14,691

      3. Worzel Gummidge
          9 years, 5 months ago

          The attention seeking forum is this way >>>>>>>

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

            Hehe

          2. itwaswritten
            • 9 Years
            9 years, 5 months ago

            It was just a question. Why are you mad? You probably have like 450 despite starting from GW1.

            1. My Name Is Prince
              • 13 Years
              9 years, 5 months ago

              He's a bit grumpy, don't worry 😉

        • MikeDuff
          • 9 Years
          9 years, 5 months ago

          Starting from GW4 is bad in itself. What's point

        • BROOKLYN GOONER
          • 14 Years
          9 years, 5 months ago

          I think it's very good, and I'm half-decent at this nonsense. I've a second team I started for gw4, as my old French roommate wanted to join in after the season was already underway--I'm at 428, he's only at 325, but I think he's made a lot of thoughtful choices, just been hampered by some bad luck and inexperience. Feel free to join our mini-mini if you're looking for some competition--code is 3734102-825807.

      4. In Bale We Trust
        • 16 Years
        9 years, 5 months ago

        My squad below. As far as I can see no room for Haz. Correct?

        Foster Jaku
        Kos Holebas Pieters Evans Amat
        KDB Firm Cout Walcott Capoue
        Aguero Lukaku Austin
        0 in the bank and 1 ft.

        I don't think switching KDB to Haz will be worth it for the next GW. I expect KDB to bring back a double digit haul v Palace. Save FT?

        1. GS456
          • 10 Years
          9 years, 5 months ago

          Would maybe swap KDB for him as you have no Costa. Chelsea cover looks important.

          1. In Bale We Trust
            • 16 Years
            9 years, 5 months ago

            It will be a move I make at some point, but won't be bringing myself to pull the trigger on it this week. I just can't see Haz outscoring KDB next GW.

        2. My Name Is Prince
          • 13 Years
          9 years, 5 months ago

          There's room for Haz in every team imo!!

      5. Cymro
        • 16 Years
        9 years, 5 months ago

        Bottomed

        Heaton, Foster
        Clyne, Fuchs, Stones, Holebas, Kingsley
        Bolasie, Walcott, Coutinho, Hazard, Capoue
        Wilson, Aguero, Costa

        I have many issues, but the first must be Wilson? Do I get Voken or Austin? I also want brunt, but Fuchs/Clyne to Brunt is not worth a hit right? Any advice would be appreciated guys.

        1. In Bale We Trust
          • 16 Years
          9 years, 5 months ago

          If Wilson isn;t back, then Austin looks a good move.

        2. GS456
          • 10 Years
          9 years, 5 months ago

          Austin and no brunt isnt worth a hit.

        3. Cymro
          • 16 Years
          9 years, 5 months ago

          Wilson Austin it is. Thanks.

        4. Footballfriend
          • 9 Years
          9 years, 5 months ago

          Never worth the hit, especially considering liverpools upcoming fixtures, in spite of their inability to get CSs you still need a WBA CS to break even! Deal with Wilson first!

      6. Hands Guber
        • 10 Years
        9 years, 5 months ago

        Don't know why I bother with FPL anymore cowboys. Total garbage and no luck. This week for instance, Rashford 0 Wilson 0 Lovren 0 and Amat 0 with a total score of 35 for the week. Amat is my own fault but the other three are just ridiculously unlucky.

        Think an 12-16 point is on the cards because at 1.2m I have nothing left to lose. I'm going full Jonty.

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

          Take hits and go for it

        2. BROOKLYN GOONER
          • 14 Years
          9 years, 5 months ago

          The fault, dear Hands, is not in our stars,
          But in ourselves

        3. Sharpe Shuffle
          • 10 Years
          9 years, 5 months ago

          Wilson was known to be out before deadline and Mourinho's comments strongly suggested Rash would be rested

        4. XabiAlonso
          • 10 Years
          9 years, 5 months ago

          Lovren should be back next game, rashford has to go

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

          Rashford --> Austin at least.... Yeah, that is unlucky.... Just need to take it to the chin, this game involves luck so it can hit you hard sometimes.... Good times will come!!

      7. For Fuchs Sake
        • 16 Years
        9 years, 5 months ago

        Gun for Citeh still worth getting?

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

          Yes he looked very dangerous but only if u have no other pressing issues or need cash to get hazard

        2. Too Mane Men
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 11 Years
          9 years, 5 months ago

          COME ON CITEH!!!! AV IT!!!!!

        3. LWO23
          • 16 Years
          9 years, 5 months ago

          Still good value

        1. Bleach †
          • 10 Years
          9 years, 5 months ago

          And people transfer him out without blinking an eye 😀

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

            Guess it's hard to get Hazard but I'd rather lose Alexis than Firmino, but I am a very bias forehead

            1. Bleach †
              • 10 Years
              9 years, 5 months ago

              Id rather lose Alexis also, in fact I think Im forced to do it today

        2. Worzel Gummidge
            9 years, 5 months ago

            Hazard has done that in his last 4 so he is the bigger King 🙂

            1. Worzel Gummidge
                9 years, 5 months ago

                -1 assist

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

              Best player in the league is Bob firmino

          • LWO23
            • 16 Years
            9 years, 5 months ago

            Think I will just dive in for an eight point hit. Exact money, so risk of injuries has to be accepted. No Costa is my big problem with the final product, but can't have them all. Defence is mediocre, but pretty attacking. 3-5-2. Any other big problems?

            Heaton, Pickford
            Alonso, Holebas, Smith, Evans, Friend
            Hazard, Sanchez, Coutinho, Firmino, Allen
            Kun, Lukaku, Diomande

            Think I like it as I see it in front of me here.

          • Bleach †
            • 10 Years
            9 years, 5 months ago

            RP
            Can I even afford not to have Hazard? I mean, if he performs well and I dont have him my rank drops drastically, not to meantion my mini-league leader has him. And Costa. And I have no Chelsea cover

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

              He's a great option. Obviously you know the risk involved in not getting him.

            2. Lyonnais
              • 13 Years
              9 years, 5 months ago

              I can't ignore him anymore. Plan was to wait for GW15 but for price reasons I need to get him now.

          • Lyonnais
            • 13 Years
            9 years, 5 months ago

            Heaton / Pickford
            Koscielny, Walker, Holebas / Evans, Amat
            Sanchez, Firmino, Sterling, Allen / Capoue
            Aguero, Lukaku, Austin

            A) Koscielny + Sterling ---> Nyom + Hazard -4
            B) Sterling + Sanchez ---> Hazard + Coutinho -4

            thanks!

            1. In Bale We Trust
              • 16 Years
              9 years, 5 months ago

              B

            2. Olivier Bernards watch
              • Fantasy Football Scout Member
              • 12 Years
              9 years, 5 months ago

              B.

            3. LWO23
              • 16 Years
              9 years, 5 months ago

              Maybe wait for word on Walker. Friend over Nyom? Can see the desire for double Pool, but Sanchez still good.

              Hmm ... B for me. Two big guns.

              1. Lyonnais
                • 13 Years
                9 years, 5 months ago

                thx!

                My plan was to get Friend but after Holebas 5th YC I need a defender for my starting XI next GW and Boro plays Chelsea.

                I'm also starting to lean towards B, and get in the two players I fear the most atm 😀

          • Olivier Bernards watch
            • Fantasy Football Scout Member
            • 12 Years
            9 years, 5 months ago

            two playing defenders. Would you play AOA if it meant Fletcher (BUR) as your fifth mid?

          • Krul Runnings
            • 10 Years
            9 years, 5 months ago

            3.7k --> 5.4k this week. Meh.

            Won the £1400 Sunday special on Fanduel though

          • Smurf
            • Fantasy Football Scout Member
            • 16 Years
            9 years, 5 months ago

            Rank updated and I find myself very happy to be back in the top 10k.

            I then check my rivals rank and he's 1st in the world. FIRST!!!

            1. Krul Runnings
              • 10 Years
              9 years, 5 months ago

              No way!

              *goes to look*

            2. Krul Runnings
              • 10 Years
              9 years, 5 months ago

              Can't look as team not linked 🙁

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

                Work it backwards by looking at the overall league.

                1. Krul Runnings
                  • 10 Years
                  9 years, 5 months ago

                  Didn't expect OR1 to only be in 1 ML.

                  1. Smurf
                    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                    • 16 Years
                    9 years, 5 months ago

                    He is usually a casual until this year.

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

              Nice team you have there.

          • KJT123
            • 15 Years
            9 years, 5 months ago

            IMO Sanchez is up there with Aguero in essential FPL players. To entertain getting rid of him for anyone is insane.

            1. Forza
              • Fantasy Football Scout Member
              • 11 Years
              9 years, 5 months ago

              Firmino and Coutinho aren't far behind him for 2.8 less.

          • James101
            • 12 Years
            9 years, 5 months ago

            About "The Cup" mentioned on here a lot recently...

            Is this an FFS Cup tourney, just starting now - and if so, is it too late to join?

            Thanks!!

          • MartialMatas
            • 11 Years
            9 years, 5 months ago

            I've been punished already for my early transfers

            My team is
            Heaton
            Fuchs Pieters Lovren
            Sanchez Hazard Firmino Coutinho Walcott
            Aguero Austin

            Pickford W.Keane Amat Holebas

            With 4 south americans in my team and no one on my bench likely to start, do i take a hit to get rid of amat or holebas?

            0.3ITB
            Was thinking of Amat->Nyom or Holebas -> Brunt

          • camarozz
            • 11 Years
            9 years, 5 months ago

            I must be stupid or something. I get bottomed 33% of the time I post a comment. So annoying.
            Up 30k with my 60.
            Was sure I was getting a red.
            211k.

          • Karan_G14
            • 10 Years
            9 years, 5 months ago

            Is Anichebe a good bench fodder for now?

            I know he's not at all nailed. But atleast next couple of games? He's got a cracked rib but he should be fine as he continued playing. Redmond is my 7th attacker.

            Appreciate your thoughts!

            1. MTPockets
                9 years, 5 months ago

                I'd want an amazing midfield to offset Anichebe in a 3-5-2. Not sure Redmond qualifies.

            2. Danstoke82
              • 11 Years
              9 years, 5 months ago

              Prob in minority but Holebas > 4.7 def for -8?

              Only have 2 playing defenders next GW unless I play Amat

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

                You'll need the defender to get at least 4 to make it worth it, risky. Having no defender might be better.

              2. Kolarov Fpl Legend
                • 11 Years
                9 years, 5 months ago

                McAuley

            3. Feed tha Sheep
              • 13 Years
              9 years, 5 months ago

              Get hazard in now or leave it until after internationals (and risk losing 0.3)?

              1. Danstoke82
                • 11 Years
                9 years, 5 months ago

                I got him in last night to get in before price hike.

                He looks essential.

            4. Cpt Crunch Scott talent
              • 12 Years
              9 years, 5 months ago

              Back in with the top 2m after a 63 pointer.

              And to think I was at 88k after 3 gameweeks.

              Don't Call it a comeback...

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

                If it makes u feel better I was 2m at this point last season

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

                  Finished 2.7m

                  1. Cpt Crunch Scott talent
                    • 12 Years
                    9 years, 5 months ago

                    Haha, brilliant. 🙂

            5. LewanGOALski
              • 14 Years
              9 years, 5 months ago

              current team is:

              Heaton - Pickford
              Fuchs - Lovren - Holebas - Pieters - Amat
              Sanchez - Walcott - Firmino - Arnie - Capoue
              Aguero - Lukaku - Austin

              1FT
              bank: 1.0m

              I found 3 way to squeeze CHE into it:
              A. Sanchez ➡ Hazard
              B. Arnie & Lukaku ➡ Hazard & Defoe
              C. Lukaku ➡ D.Costa

              Which one should I go for?
              Or should I just leave it and hope for the best?

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

                B is for (-4) ofc

            6. Sweetboi
              • 10 Years
              9 years, 5 months ago

              Pick one please lads:

              a) Williams > Alonso

              b) Lallana > Coutinho

              c) Williams + Lallana > Pieters + Hazard (-4)

              d) Save

            7. afcbbbb
              • 9 Years
              9 years, 5 months ago

              Grant Heaton
              Alonso Fuchs Smith Martina Holebas
              Hazard Ozil Firmino Coutinho Redmond
              Benteke Lukaku Wilson

              3 of my defenders are out next gameweek
              Wilson is injured
              Benteke and Ozil and Redmond are useless

              Wc time??
              Cheers
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