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11 December 2016 3338 comments
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The final match of Gameweek 15 sees Liverpool welcome West Ham United to Anfield in the 4.30pm kick-off.

Both Sadio Mane and Roberto Firmino are highly fancied against a Hammers defence that shipped five at home to Arsenal last weekend.

Mane has served up points in five of his six home outings, whilst Firmino will be looking to banish a three-match barren run and return to the form that has already seen him register 15 points in front of his own supporters on two occasions.

Divock Origi looks to score for the fourth successive match in all competitions to strengthen his claim as a mid-price festive frontman.

West Ham, meanwhile, have home encounters with Burnley and Hull followed by a trip to Swansea in the upcoming three Gameweeks.

We’ll be looking for signs of form from Dimitri Payet and the fit-again Michail Antonio, then, while big Andy Carroll is named amongst the subs against his former club, having emerged from the bench to net the Hammers’ consolation against Arsenal last time out.

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  1. Pinky and Brain
    • 12 Years
    9 years, 9 days ago

    I'm done with FPL if that's assist

    1. Aston-villain
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 9 days ago

      See ya

    2. Slartibartfast
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 9 days ago

      More assist-y than Sanchez's yesterday

  2. camarozz
    • 11 Years
    9 years, 9 days ago

    Firmino has very white teeth.

    1. MarvelouSuccess
      • 13 Years
      9 years, 9 days ago

      yet he got a yellow. seems legit.

  3. Bubz
    • 12 Years
    9 years, 9 days ago

    Boufal anyone?

    1. itwaswritten
      • 9 Years
      9 years, 9 days ago

      Better than Firmino.

      xox

      1. Bubz
        • 12 Years
        9 years, 9 days ago

        True

        xox

        1. itwaswritten
          • 9 Years
          9 years, 9 days ago

          You finally saw the light. Firmino OUT.

          xox

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

            I just want to type the signature.

            xox

    2. Greenbackbøøg…
      • 11 Years
      9 years, 9 days ago

      Want him but don't have money, might plan Phillips out for him after next GW

    3. Eden ACCOUNT CLOSED
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 9 days ago

      Southampton look terrible

  4. Jay_
      9 years, 9 days ago

      Superman

      1. SUPERMAN
        • 13 Years
        9 years, 9 days ago

        What can I do for you?

    • Syd.
      • 16 Years
      9 years, 9 days ago

      Jamie Carragher is a bit p1ssed off with the keeper

      1. Alnair
        • 9 Years
        9 years, 9 days ago

        He talked **** about him and Neville during the week.

      2. itwaswritten
        • 9 Years
        9 years, 9 days ago

        Should've said the same to everyone else too.

        xox

    • Jay_
        9 years, 9 days ago

        Carragher on Karius

        "Shut up, and do ya job"

        1. Slam
          • 10 Years
          9 years, 9 days ago

          He is extremely annoying to watch.

          Constant mistakes

      • Les Bleus
        • 14 Years
        9 years, 9 days ago

        Assist give. Kidding me.

      • ⭐ Bemba_Da ⭐
        • 15 Years
        9 years, 9 days ago

        Mane ban incoming?

        1. FALCAO & MOU
          • 10 Years
          9 years, 9 days ago

          Why?

      • JJO
        • 13 Years
        9 years, 9 days ago

        Rodwell and Firminho to Hazard and Payet for -4 is a nobrainer right ?

        1. Evans
          • 13 Years
          9 years, 9 days ago

          You have rodwell

          1. JJO
            • 13 Years
            9 years, 9 days ago

            For I dont know how long,from wc 🙂
            Just had more pressing things

        2. Demí
          • 14 Years
          9 years, 9 days ago

          yes

          1. JJO
            • 13 Years
            9 years, 9 days ago

            thanks Demi

      • sillyhilly69
        • 9 Years
        9 years, 9 days ago

        Lol @ Hazard owners.

        Lol @ Firmino owners.

        Lol @ myself x2.

        1. Speédy
          • 9 Years
          9 years, 9 days ago

          I am in

        2. F4L
          • 11 Years
          9 years, 9 days ago

          Haz captain as well

      • Somalion
        • 15 Years
        9 years, 9 days ago

        From Twitter

        "MUTV saying Mkhitaryan injury not as bad as it looked. Out for around a week, according to Jim Rosenthal. #mufc"

        1. Jafooli
          • 13 Years
          9 years, 9 days ago

          Will wait for Ben Dinnery's prognosis, thanks....

        2. Ziro
          • 10 Years
          9 years, 9 days ago

          Jim Rosenthal is no Facer though?

        3. davies
          • 11 Years
          9 years, 9 days ago

          Wanted him this week

          Oh well, Bobby has "around a week" to do something

        4. Somalion
          • 15 Years
          9 years, 9 days ago

          Mourinho on Mkhitaryan injury on MUTV: "Next match no, but it doesn't look anything dangerous." #mufc

      • Ravager
        • 11 Years
        9 years, 9 days ago

        I just know the minute I switch from Firmino > Mane, he'll get a brace.

        1. Somalion
          • 15 Years
          9 years, 9 days ago

          Could you do it now so there's still time for him to score in this match?

          1. walkman666
            • Fantasy Football Scout Member
            • 11 Years
            9 years, 9 days ago

            This ^

          2. Jafooli
            • 13 Years
            9 years, 9 days ago

            😀

        2. The Overthinker
          • 9 Years
          9 years, 9 days ago

          Go for it before the ft 😀

      • That Was Easy!
        • 11 Years
        9 years, 9 days ago

        Can I manage without Kane these next two weeks?

        Hazard - Sanchez - Siggy - Firmino
        Costa - Ibra - Benteke

        0.0 ITB, would have to take a hit for Kane, not encouraged to make it.

        1. itwaswritten
          • 9 Years
          9 years, 9 days ago

          Yes you Kane!

          1. itwaswritten
            • 9 Years
            9 years, 9 days ago

            Nvm. Get rid of Ibrat ASAP.

        2. Professor Abel X
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 13 Years
          9 years, 9 days ago

          Go without

      • S.Kuqi
        • 13 Years
        9 years, 9 days ago

        West Ham line up when all fit?

        --------Carroll-----------
        Payet----Ayew----Antonio

        1. davies
          • 11 Years
          9 years, 9 days ago

          I think Carroll will be benched for a while yet especially during Christmas period

        2. Funkyav
          • 16 Years
          9 years, 9 days ago

          Yep then someone comes in for Carroll the next game 😉

        3. Carlton P
          • 9 Years
          9 years, 9 days ago

          Yup

      • Evs
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        • 16 Years
        9 years, 9 days ago

        Hello people

        Long time no see.

        As I am now a 'casual' can someone tell me why Cedric wasn't playing today please?

        1. Bleach †
          • 9 Years
          9 years, 9 days ago

          Rested..

        2. Flynny
          • 10 Years
          9 years, 9 days ago

          Rested

        3. Crystal Ball
          • 9 Years
          9 years, 9 days ago

          rested after europa league game

        4. Geoff
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          • 13 Years
          9 years, 9 days ago

          Wondering this myself.

          I posted about an hour ago that I hadn't seen you around in a while and that you're holding your rank strong.

          I was looking to bring Cedric in but doubting that now..

          1. Pochecinno
            • 10 Years
            9 years, 9 days ago

            You forgot to mention you also called him a 'full casual'

            1. Geoff
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              • 13 Years
              9 years, 9 days ago

              He's branded himself that before 😀

              1. Pochecinno
                • 10 Years
                9 years, 9 days ago

                😛

              2. Evs
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                • 16 Years
                9 years, 9 days ago

                I am, I am 🙂

        5. ImTheDude
          • 15 Years
          9 years, 9 days ago

          Rested

        6. John Nerdelbaum
          • 13 Years
          9 years, 9 days ago

          he was rested like firmino

        7. walkman666
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 11 Years
          9 years, 9 days ago

          Evs. You're a famous veteran....how come casual this year? We need your wisdom, sir.

          1. Evs
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            • 16 Years
            9 years, 9 days ago

            Haha !

            Too much going on mid week with my rugby coaching ...

            1. walkman666
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              • 11 Years
              9 years, 9 days ago

              Well, enjoy that. The bigger picture.

              1. Evs
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                • 16 Years
                9 years, 9 days ago

                Thanks Buddy !

        8. Evs
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          • 16 Years
          9 years, 9 days ago

          Rested?!

          He a professional athlete.

          Cheers guys, will hold

      • Jafooli
        • 13 Years
        9 years, 9 days ago

        As a Firmino owner, I really hope he gets a RC now.

      • TorresMagic™
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        • 16 Years
        9 years, 9 days ago

        Autosubs done.

        1. Evs
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          • 16 Years
          9 years, 9 days ago

          Keep up

          1. Evs
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            • 16 Years
            9 years, 9 days ago

            Mine hasn't

        2. FPL Virgin
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 9 Years
          9 years, 9 days ago

          Thanks, TM

        3. HVT
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 15 Years
          9 years, 9 days ago

          Dial up?

          1. TorresMagic™
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            • 16 Years
            9 years, 9 days ago

            Was it posted earlier?

        4. walkman666
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 11 Years
          9 years, 9 days ago

          Hello Holebas 7 points, thanks Cedric.

        5. Gamst - Up (?) the Rovers
          • 15 Years
          9 years, 9 days ago

          No, Walker still on pitch, Amat still on bench.

        6. Albrightondknight
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 10 Years
          9 years, 9 days ago

          Any LMS cut off guess. Think I am gone this time - 36

      • Can’t beat em so&hell…
        • 14 Years
        9 years, 9 days ago

        If getting a chelski defender in... is Alonso worth the extra money?

        Alonso - 6.3
        Azpi- 6.2
        Luiz - 6.1
        Cahill - 6.2

        1. gaurava1216
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 10 Years
          9 years, 9 days ago

          not for me... azpi all day

        2. Ha.
          • 10 Years
          9 years, 9 days ago

          Hardly much more expensive?

          1. Can’t beat em so&hell…
            • 14 Years
            9 years, 9 days ago

            Good point.

            Azpi loves a bonus too...

        3. Toure The Route
          • 9 Years
          9 years, 9 days ago

          Hell yea
          Is this even a question to save 0.1 over Alonso playing as a midfielder over the entire season ?

      • Mind över Mata
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 14 Years
        9 years, 9 days ago

        Own Siggy and Firminio.

        Do we prefer Origi or Llorente for the double.

        1. TorresMagic™
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
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          • 16 Years
          9 years, 9 days ago

          Which forward do you think will score more?

          1. Mind över Mata
            • Fantasy Football Scout Member
            • 14 Years
            9 years, 9 days ago

            Short term, the former

            1. TorresMagic™
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              • 16 Years
              9 years, 9 days ago

              There's your answer.

      • Tansey
        • 10 Years
        9 years, 9 days ago

        Those frustrated with Firmino and wishing to sell, he finally lost the man bun. His powers are back. Fear not

        1. JustPark
          • 9 Years
          9 years, 9 days ago

          Plot twist. The bun was actually the power source.

      • FALCAO & MOU
        • 10 Years
        9 years, 9 days ago

        I want a venting comment section on this website, where you can go and curse all you want. It is very vexing when you went vent and your comment gets deleted.

        1. TorresMagic™
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          • 16 Years
          9 years, 9 days ago

          *yawn*

        2. Geoff
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
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          • 13 Years
          9 years, 9 days ago

          Just go to an old article and maybe no one will see it

          1. FALCAO & MOU
            • 10 Years
            9 years, 9 days ago

            But I want someone to see it and respond to it.

        3. Jafalad
          • 15 Years
          9 years, 9 days ago

          This is actually a decent idea. We need somewhere we can express our anger.

      • Fred54
        • 10 Years
        9 years, 9 days ago

        Only Firmino can save my GW...you know forget it. I've invested so much in today's game and got little reward for it. Time to switch off from football and check back later well after FT.

      • FPL Virgin
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 9 Years
        9 years, 9 days ago

        Does anyone know if there will be press conferences tomorrow?

        1. Hooky
          • 10 Years
          9 years, 9 days ago

          Should be yes

        2. Jimmers
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 15 Years
          9 years, 9 days ago

          Most games are on Wed so you'd imagine they will be on Tues?

        3. Arteta
          • 10 Years
          9 years, 9 days ago

          I'll try to find and post them in the morning but I can't promise you anything.

      • Tansey
        • 10 Years
        9 years, 9 days ago

        Hate to be a pessimist but can't see us winning the league. If we struggle to break down teams who stack defense then there'll be plenty more draws and a few losses to come, can't hinge on going ahead first every game

        1. Sims
          • 9 Years
          9 years, 9 days ago

          We?

          Liverpool?

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

            No, West Ham.

        2. MarvelouSuccess
          • 13 Years
          9 years, 9 days ago

          liverpool winning the league is like saying we can time travel

        3. Bleach †
          • 9 Years
          9 years, 9 days ago

          That's not pessimist lol.

      • Gooner97
        • 12 Years
        9 years, 9 days ago

        Do you think is worth getting Payet?

        1. Worzel Gummidge
            9 years, 9 days ago

            I would but 0.2 short so Alli coming in. I could get Payet if I didn't get Origi in but want Origi until Cout returns.

            1. Gooner97
              • 12 Years
              9 years, 9 days ago

              Hammers fixtures are great, but I don't trust their form plus I'd rather get Siggy, because i also have 2 Spurs already.

            2. sminkypinky
              • 14 Years
              9 years, 9 days ago

              I'm probably getting Origi too unless Andy goes nuts here.

        2. Leaf
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 15 Years
          9 years, 9 days ago

          So we are all doing Firmino to Payet then 🙂

          Now Micky is not an option

          1. The Overthinker
            • 9 Years
            9 years, 9 days ago

            😀 merry go round

          2. vickyz r3d d3vil$ !!!
            • 13 Years
            9 years, 9 days ago

            Micky would be back only for boxing day..

          3. Numb
            • 10 Years
            9 years, 9 days ago

            Payet scored last

        3. Arteta
          • 10 Years
          9 years, 9 days ago

          BPS right now

          Origi - 33
          Payet - 29
          Mané - 27

          1. Differentiator
            • 10 Years
            9 years, 9 days ago

            Any idea if there are pressers before midweek mate?

            1. Arteta
              • 10 Years
              9 years, 9 days ago

              I think most of them will be on Tuesday because 8 matches are on Wednesday. I'll do my best to find and post them. 🙂

          2. Djerbil
            • 14 Years
            9 years, 9 days ago

            glad got in Origi over Nacho

            1. Arteta
              • 10 Years
              9 years, 9 days ago

              Me too!

        4. drughi
          • 16 Years
          9 years, 9 days ago

          fpl is so boring

        5. Evs
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          • 16 Years
          9 years, 9 days ago

          Lukakaaaa ➡ Kane?

          1. TorresMagic™
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            • 16 Years
            9 years, 9 days ago

            No brainer

            1. Evs
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              • 16 Years
              9 years, 9 days ago

              Alright Buddy.

              How is tricks then?

              1. Evs
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                • 16 Years
                9 years, 9 days ago

                (PS - I may start playing this properly now, im coming for you 😉 )

              2. TorresMagic™
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                • 16 Years
                9 years, 9 days ago

                Things are good, noticed you on my tail now. Nice few weeks for you.
                How about you?

                1. Evs
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                  • 16 Years
                  9 years, 9 days ago

                  All good thanks.

                  My team (rugby) had a good home win this morning, so that's me a happy camper 😎

          2. fedolefan
            • 11 Years
            9 years, 9 days ago

            Yes, because of the next two fixtures. Lukaku has another run in him GW18 on I think.

          3. Lawrø
            • 13 Years
            9 years, 9 days ago

            Hell yeah, definitely looks better than the Firmino and Iheanacho options

          4. SC not pearls before swine
            • 15 Years
            9 years, 9 days ago

            Nice patience getting that last Lukaku haul. But yeah, fixtures favor Kane.

        6. Flynny
          • 10 Years
          9 years, 9 days ago

          Hi....who is best Austin replacement please

          A...origi

          B llorente (don't have siggy)

          C carroll

          Thanks

          1. ImTheDude
            • 15 Years
            9 years, 9 days ago

            Took a hit for origi, worked out well.

          2. Blue Devils
            • 10 Years
            9 years, 9 days ago

            Have the exact same question. Torn between origi and llorente. Leaning slightly toward llorente

          3. Wrong Captain Choice - Ag i…
            • 16 Years
            9 years, 9 days ago

            I went with b they look like they will always get goals and they are fighting for thier lives at the moment.

            1. Geoff
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              • 13 Years
              9 years, 9 days ago

              And I can't see them dropping Llorente at least short term

          4. Robben Mee Blind
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            • 11 Years
            9 years, 9 days ago

            A. Should keep starting as long as Coutinho and Sturridge injured

          5. Geoff
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            • 13 Years
            9 years, 9 days ago

            Hot Topic

            Many transferring Ihea out as well.

            Tough. I think I'm doing Llorente but I might be trying to be a bit too clever

          6. Karan_G14
            • 9 Years
            9 years, 9 days ago

            Tempted by Carroll. Easy fixtures. A little worried about his minutes but 30 mins is good enough.

            1. Flynny
              • 10 Years
              9 years, 9 days ago

              Current thinking is llorente but none of them excite me....

              Origi feels short term.

              Carroll not totally sure he will start midweek and injury prone.

              At least llorente is cheapest option and Swansea hav3 decent run of fixtures