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15 April 2017 1566 comments
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Although only one of our Gameweek 32 choices delivered immediate returns – thanks to Marc Albrighton for his goal in Leicester’s 4-2 defeat to Everton – we’re hopeful that our latest selections can fare better this time around.

An in-form Everton midfielder takes top billing, while a forgotten man at Stoke City and a returning Crystal Palace defender also gain our seal of approval.

Kevin Mirallas

Following an impressive performance in Everton’s win over the Foxes last weekend, Kevin Mirallas presents an intriguing differential option ahead of Burnley’s trip to Goodison Park this afternoon.

The Belgian produced two assists for the Toffees last time out, and over the last two Gameweeks since returning to the starting XI, he has created more chances (seven) than any other Everton player.

He has also hit the target with all three of his goal attempts over that period, while no other Toffees asset has registered more penalty box touches than his 11.

Available at just 6.0 in Fantasy Premier League (FPL), Mirallas looks very kindly-priced ahead of the favourable match-up against the Clarets.

Sean Dyche’s side are still searching for their first away win of the season, with the underlying statistics highlighting their struggles on the road.

Burnley have faced more shots (314) and shots on target (108) than any other away side so far this term, while they have conceded 96 chances down the right wing in away matches – again, more than any other side on the road.

That could play into the hands of Mirallas, who is likely to be deployed down Everton’s left.

The Toffees have been in outstanding form at Goodison Park of late, winning their last seven matches and scoring 26 goals in the process.

So Mirallas, who is owned by just 2.5% of FPL managers, could be worth a gamble as a double-up option alongside Romelu Lukaku to take full advantage of Everton’s convincing home form.

Marko Arnautovic

Stoke City entertain Hull City today and we’re backing Marko Arnautovic to enjoy a fruitful afternoon at the bet365 Stadium.

It’s the Tigers’ defensive numbers over the last six Gameweeks that offer real encouragement that the Austrian can return to form.

Hull have conceded more goals (14), shots inside the box (61) and big chances (16) than any other side over that period.

They also lost 2-0 to the Potters when the two sides met earlier this season.

Although Arnautovic has failed to register any attacking returns over the last four Gameweeks, his underlying statistics suggest points are just around the corner.

The midfielder has created eight chances over that spell – more than double any other Stoke player – while he also leads the way for total goal attempts (11) and shots from inside the box (eight).

Arnautovic has endured a frustrating campaign so far, tallying just five goals and three assists, which explains why his current FPL ownership stands at just 1%.

But with further favourable matches against Swansea City, West Ham United and Bournemouth over the next four Gameweeks, he looks to have the platform to flourish as a differential during the run-in.

Priced at 7.1, the Austrian is probably unlikely to attract much investment given the Potters don’t face a double Gameweek, but as a short-term punt for those Fantasy managers who still have their Wildcard to play, he could just be worth a roll of the dice.

Patrick van Aanholt

Something of a favourite in these parts, Crystal Palace’s Patrick van Aanholt is among our selections after the defender returned to full training this week following an ankle injury.

While he’s not certain to come straight back into the starting XI for the home clash against Leicester City given that the Eagles have won three of their last four matches with Jeffrey Schlupp at left-back, the upside offered by the Dutchman means he may just be worth the risk.

Van Aanholt, who saw his price in FPL drop to 4.9 this week, produced a 15-point haul in his last appearance at Selhurst Park, bagging a goal, clean sheet and full bonus points in the 1-0 win over Middlesbrough.

That was his third double-figure score of the season, illustrating his ability to plunder big points in favourable home fixtures.

The visit of the Foxes to south London may not initially appear that kind, given the champions have won five of their six league matches under manager Craig Shakespeare.

But after rotating his side at Everton, he could well do similar this afternoon ahead of the UEFA Champions League quarter-final second leg against Atletico Madrid on Tuesday night.

That could play into the hands of the in-form Eagles, who have kept clean sheets in their last three home encounters.

So with the ability to garner points at both ends of the pitch, and with the lure of two matches in Gameweek 34, albeit against Liverpool and Tottenham Hotspur, the 3.3%-owned van Aanholt offers plenty of potential over the next few Gameweeks.

  1. Mmm mmm
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 12 Years
    9 years, 12 days ago

    I'm at 5k OR and I want to have a crack at top 1K. Is captaining Eriksen over Lukaku a good punt or just wreckless? Don't have Kane or Alli.

    1. Chris_White
      • 14 Years
      9 years, 12 days ago

      Good punt

    2. ILOVEBAPS
      • 14 Years
      9 years, 12 days ago

      Reckless.

    3. Big Hippo
      • 13 Years
      9 years, 12 days ago

      I'm thinking about Eriksen. 2nd highest score on RMT this week and has had some big hauls at home this season. Only issue is lack of shots & touches in the box. But he's a good pick imo. Right time of season to go bold.

    4. teneighty
      • 11 Years
      9 years, 12 days ago

      Tried it last week...fell out of top 2k. Don't go there. 😉

    5. Carlton P
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 12 days ago

      Wreckless, if he hits it will probs be assisting Kane/Alli, you can't win
      Lukaku (c) in your position

      1. Mmm mmm
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 12 Years
        9 years, 12 days ago

        Your right. Although sad face realisation that I can't win.

    6. Limited & Mediocre Mana…
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 12 days ago

      Reckless

    7. Top 210 Club
      • 15 Years
      9 years, 12 days ago

      Just play safe when u are around there. Be patient. That's how I did 210th last season

      1. Mmm mmm
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 12 Years
        9 years, 12 days ago

        Nice

  2. RapidViper
    • 12 Years
    9 years, 12 days ago

    Pickford (Heaton)
    Valencia, Holgate, Davies (Fuchs, Mawson)
    Hazard, Son, Alli, Sigurdsson (King)
    Vardy, Lukaku, Origi

    1 FT.

    Good to go?

    1. ILOVEBAPS
      • 14 Years
      9 years, 12 days ago

      Vardy > Kane.

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

        Can't afford him...

        1. ILOVEBAPS
          • 14 Years
          9 years, 12 days ago

          Val > Gibbo for cash and take a hit

          1. thisisdiz
            • 11 Years
            9 years, 12 days ago

            Gibbo who?

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

              Gibson

              1. thisisdiz
                • 11 Years
                9 years, 12 days ago

                Oh, I'll do it next week..

    2. Sim Simma
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 15 Years
      9 years, 12 days ago

      See below 🙂

  3. Sim Simma
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 15 Years
    9 years, 12 days ago

    Play King over Origi

    1. THFC4LIFE
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 9 Years
      9 years, 12 days ago

      Isn't Firmino a doubt? Therefore Origi more than likely will start. If he starts I fancy him to get something more than King

  4. Paramaribo
    • 11 Years
    9 years, 12 days ago

    Which one to start:
    A) Brunt
    B) Stephens
    C) Fernandez

    1. ⭐ Bemba_Da ⭐
      • 15 Years
      9 years, 12 days ago

      c

  5. Dotherightthing
    • 10 Years
    9 years, 12 days ago

    Is it worth it Origi to Benteke for a hit?

    1. FPLord
      • 16 Years
      9 years, 12 days ago

      Yes if you plan to get him for a hit next week anyways

    2. sahilgunner
      • 13 Years
      9 years, 12 days ago

      similar dilemma.. following.

  6. Daviek212
    • 9 Years
    9 years, 12 days ago

    Should i tc Lukaku today or Ibra next week?

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

      Wait for what?

    2. acidicleo
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 12 days ago

      Ibra

    3. sahilgunner
      • 13 Years
      9 years, 12 days ago

      No brainer. Ibra next week.

    4. Alnair
      • 9 Years
      9 years, 12 days ago

      Thing is I think Lukaku and Kane TC is worth the risk, and if it fails we can also captain Ibra 34 and Sanchez 37 to lessen the blow..

    5. Mmm mmm
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 12 days ago

      Think Ibra minutes will be limited next week. 3 games in 7 days ad Jose focus on Europa. Having said that, can Lukaku put 3 or 4 past Heaton, the most in form keeper in the league? Tough one.

  7. lickwidice
    • 16 Years
    9 years, 12 days ago

    Last post on previous page :/

    Do I bench Mawson or Valencia this GW?

    1. sahilgunner
      • 13 Years
      9 years, 12 days ago

      Valencia

    2. Mmm mmm
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 12 days ago

      Mawson (SWA are terrible)

  8. Liastro ⭐️
    • 14 Years
    9 years, 12 days ago

    Kun to Kane or save FT?

    Heaton Pickford
    Williams Davies Francis Olsson Pieters
    Alli Firmino Siggy Tadic Fletcher
    Aguero Costa Lukaku

    1. Gooner Kebab
      • 13 Years
      9 years, 12 days ago

      save

    2. ILOVEBAPS
      • 14 Years
      9 years, 12 days ago

      Save. Alli covee

  9. Ógie
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 13 Years
    9 years, 12 days ago

    Valencia surely starts he is the best hope United have of stopping Hazard?

    1. FPLord
      • 16 Years
      9 years, 12 days ago

      Only if fit

    2. Adds04
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 12 days ago

      If he only gets 2 points who cares!

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

      Can't one of the Nevilles give him a kick early on. .

    4. HNI
      • 13 Years
      9 years, 12 days ago

      We gonna lose. Mou has ridiculous block vs Chelshi

  10. acidicleo
    • 10 Years
    9 years, 12 days ago

    My team

    Grant
    Alonso Valencia Baines
    Alli Eriksen Siggy Zaha King
    Lukaku (c) Kane

    Subs: Jaku Negredo Brunt PJones
    Already on minus 4..

    GTG??
    Any changes recommended on
    A) benching or bench order
    B) captain

  11. Kvelertak
    • 12 Years
    9 years, 12 days ago

    I just can't decide on my WC team, so many options...

    Heaton - Pope
    PVA - Alonso - Gibson - Yoshida - Holgate
    Alli - Eriksen - Coutinho - Zaha - Carroll
    Aguero - Kane (C) - Lukaku

    Have 1,8 itb. Would you change anything? Most afraid of not owning haz...

    1. Whazza
      • 13 Years
      9 years, 12 days ago

      Change the keeper.

    2. Carlton P
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 12 days ago

      Hen + pickford

    3. Jethrik
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 12 days ago

      Yes, get rid of Aguero.

  12. Visionaries
    • 9 Years
    9 years, 12 days ago

    Who to start?
    A Pickford (home to W Ham)
    B Jaku (Stoke Away)

    1. ILOVEBAPS
      • 14 Years
      9 years, 12 days ago

      A

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

        Ta

    2. acidicleo
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 12 days ago

      Pick

  13. RAFA THE GAFFA
    • 10 Years
    9 years, 12 days ago

    Paddy power article likely? On hols and can't access betting apps myself 🙂

    1. Dazzler365
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 12 days ago

      Later than usual, should be up. Enjoy

  14. It’s gonna Ben Mee
    • 12 Years
    9 years, 12 days ago

    Need to settle my WC. Please help.

    A) Heaton + Bernardo
    B) Pickford + Gibson

    1. Whazza
      • 13 Years
      9 years, 12 days ago

      B

    2. ILOVEBAPS
      • 14 Years
      9 years, 12 days ago

      B

  15. MMN
    • 12 Years
    9 years, 12 days ago

    2 FT, 0.4m ITB.

    Pickford (Valdes)
    Valencia, Davies, Huth, (Stephens, Chambers)
    Sanchez, Firmino, Alli, Coutinho, Walcott
    Ibra, Lukaku (Anichebe)

    Thoughts appreciated!

    1. Lostrich
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 12 days ago

      I'd lose one of the Liverpool mids and bring in Zaha or Townsend. Save one FT and bring in 2 more DGWers next week.

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

        Was contemplating Firmino > Zaha. Have already used WC so won't be getting any more United/Middlesborough. Zaha and maaaaybe Benteke if he does really well.

        Defence needs upgrading as Huth is away to Palace and Valencia probably needs to go as well since he will not be playing every game. Thoughts on defensive transfer?

        1. Lostrich
          • 10 Years
          9 years, 12 days ago

          Huth for Gibson could work, though I'd wait a week for that one.

          1. Lostrich
            • 10 Years
            9 years, 12 days ago

            meant to say Huth for PVA, sorry

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

              And play Huth away to Palace? Thinking of Huth/Valencia > Jags/Ward

  16. AzzaroMax99
    • 9 Years
    9 years, 12 days ago

    Do you think Caballero is playing today? Or start Jaku?

    1. Whazza
      • 13 Years
      9 years, 12 days ago

      I think he will

  17. Ógie
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 13 Years
    9 years, 12 days ago

    How many points do ye reckon Victor Anichebe will score vs West Ham?

    1. andymck
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 12 days ago

      2

    2. GREEN IS GOOD
      • 9 Years
      9 years, 12 days ago

      27

  18. Garam MOSALAH
    • 12 Years
    9 years, 12 days ago

    Play ??
    Carroll A sun
    OR
    King A tot

    1. Whazza
      • 13 Years
      9 years, 12 days ago

      Andy

  19. Cocky Spaniel Alves
    • 14 Years
    9 years, 12 days ago

    Bench one?

    A) Alonso
    B) Pedro
    C) Valencia
    D) Lovren

    1. HNI
      • 13 Years
      9 years, 12 days ago

      Alonso

    2. Garam MOSALAH
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 12 days ago

      Lovren

    3. GREEN IS GOOD
      • 9 Years
      9 years, 12 days ago

      Lovren

  20. andymck
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 10 Years
    9 years, 12 days ago

    Grant (Pickford)
    Alonso Valencia Davies (Evans Amat)
    Sanchez Alli Sterling Siggy King
    Kane Lukaku (Crouch)

    Still have an FT

    A) Siggy > Zaha
    B) Evans > Yoshida
    C) Keep the FT

  21. Hurricane Gilbert
    • 10 Years
    9 years, 12 days ago

    Who would you have on a WC at this moment?

    A) Hazard
    B) Sanchez

    1. andymck
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 12 days ago

      A

    2. HNI
      • 13 Years
      9 years, 12 days ago

      Sanchez

    3. Ógie
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      9 years, 12 days ago

      I wouldn't have any of them tbh but if i had to chose it would be Sanchez just because of the doubles

      1. Hurricane Gilbert
        • 10 Years
        9 years, 12 days ago

        Why not any of them Ogie? Top scorers in the game

    4. Garam MOSALAH
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 12 days ago

      A

  22. HNI
    • 13 Years
    9 years, 12 days ago

    How is this WC team? Tempted with Bdavies for Holebas but is he nailed for this season?

    Pickford/Forster
    Valencia Gibson Kone Holebas Yoshida
    Sanchez Eriksen Alli Zaha De roon
    Kane Lukaku Benteke
    Kept 2.3mn in bank for Lukaku to Ibra next week...Then bring Gabbiadini/Aguero and Hazard/city-Ars mid depending on title challenge to have 13 DGW for bench boost GW 37

    1. Hansel
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 15 Years
      9 years, 12 days ago

      Go for Davies instead of Holebas. Not because Davies is 100% nailed but because Holebas is awful.. No but seriously, Davies should be fine for a few games.

      Looks solid otherwise!

  23. Hansel
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 15 Years
    9 years, 12 days ago

    Kane or Lukaku as C? Have both Alli and Erik

    1. HNI
      • 13 Years
      9 years, 12 days ago

      I went Kane even though I have all 4 like you...Can give inputs above?

  24. BobGeldof
    • 9 Years
    9 years, 12 days ago

    Sane or eriksen if I already have Kane and Alli?

    1. HNI
      • 13 Years
      9 years, 12 days ago

      Eriksen for now as they going for title shot plus in huge form

  25. borat
    • 10 Years
    9 years, 12 days ago

    Guys looking to get zaha in this week against leceister who will likely play their reserves. Who should i drop (for a hit)
    sanchez alli siggy sterling king

    1. HNI
      • 13 Years
      9 years, 12 days ago

      Siggy

      1. borat
        • 10 Years
        9 years, 12 days ago

        Thanks. But Siggy playing watford looks tempting.

    2. borat
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 12 days ago

      currently on king.

    3. acidicleo
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 12 days ago

      Sanchez

  26. greghammer95
    • 16 Years
    9 years, 12 days ago

    Chances of Vardy being rested?

    1. Ógie
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      9 years, 12 days ago

      High

    2. km79
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 12 days ago

      Very very high

  27. camarozz
    • 11 Years
    9 years, 12 days ago

    Sorry for asking again but lukaku & Kane owners who ya going capt ?? I have both n can't decide

    1. HNI
      • 13 Years
      9 years, 12 days ago

      Kane
      Bou are in a mess

  28. Jafooli
    • 14 Years
    9 years, 12 days ago

    I think we're in for a very big surprise this GW.

    Can't say anymore, just trust me.....

    1. Ógie
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      9 years, 12 days ago

      Ya something dont sit well with me either i just cant put my finger on it

      1. Jafooli
        • 14 Years
        9 years, 12 days ago

        You know it Ogie, something in the air....

    2. Alnair
      • 9 Years
      9 years, 12 days ago

      That helps 😐

    3. Whazza
      • 13 Years
      9 years, 12 days ago

      🙄

    4. ILOVEBAPS
      • 14 Years
      9 years, 12 days ago

      All I know is Aguero and Siggy will score big. Also Valencia will be not on bench and one of Benteke or Negredo will get a brace.

    5. Chucky
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 12 days ago

      Kane not starting

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

        ?

    6. Annie
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      9 years, 12 days ago

      zzz

    7. kalmoffit
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 12 days ago

      Bournemouth beat Spurs?

  29. ILOVEBAPS
    • 14 Years
    9 years, 12 days ago

    So team is killer? (No hit)

    Pickpocket
    Valencia McAuley Alonso
    Eriksen Zaha(vc) Alli Sanchez
    (K)ane Luka Carroll

    Heaton King Fabio 3.9

    1. ILOVEBAPS
      • 14 Years
      9 years, 12 days ago

      Love me!!!

  30. Digital-Real
    • 9 Years
    9 years, 12 days ago

    Anyone taking a punt on Arnie?

    1. Fred54
      • 11 Years
      9 years, 12 days ago

      Get to the chopper!

    2. Kalou
      • 9 Years
      9 years, 12 days ago

      I'll be back..