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The ScoutCast – Episode 234 – Tri-Force

No more no less. Three is the magic number.

In a week where we ponder shifting to a “power three” in our line-ups, the ScoutCast is reduced to its own Tri-force, as Jonty and Andy join me as part of a skeleton crew for this latest episode.

Don’t worry, somehow we still manage to string things out for 80 minutes. After all, there is much to discuss, not least the current emphasis on the big strikers and the demise of Bobby Firmino – the driving force behind my apparently ill-time Wildcard.

Talking of which, with Jonty’s own Wildcard booked in for the international break, he eagerly assesses the forthcoming “fixture swing” that promotes investment in Man City and Chelsea, among others.

Elsewhere your community questions guide us to examine the latest optimum formation and to check in with “piggy bank” Marcos Alonso’s after his cruel 58th-minute withdrawal in the Potteries.

This ScoutCast was first beamed live via our YouTube channel on Tuesday night. Be sure to subscribe to get notice of future live episodes.

If you’re a traditional type, you can acquire the mp3 audio version via this link on the first player below, or take in the full visual experience via the second player below.

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

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  1. FC Hakkebøf
    • 7 Years
    6 years, 8 months ago

    Poor Aguero... Feel so sorry for the lad. Who should I bring in?

    A) Lukaku (own Kane but feel like Kaku is a better captain option this gw)
    B) Lacazette (Better fixtures than United in the next 4)
    C) Morata (Better form than laca, but not as good fixtures).

    1. Andy_Social
      • 11 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      If you don't have Kaku, it's gotta be him v Palace.
      Morata can wait until GW8 when he and Jesus will be solid options.
      Laca and Kane are must-haves too, but we can't have 'em all!

      1. Rossamous
        • 11 Years
        6 years, 8 months ago

        Plus Vardy and Firmino will start firing again

    2. Metropolis
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 6 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      I'm in the same boat, leaning towards A but will likely transfer out for Morata after this GW

    3. Rajveer
      • 7 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      What's wrong with Kun?? Am I missing something??

        1. Rajveer
          • 7 Years
          6 years, 8 months ago

          Thanks mate...

  2. Ron_Manager
    • 8 Years
    6 years, 8 months ago

    who should i bench out of

    A Naughton
    B Mee
    C T Carroll

    ?

  3. Sonny “The Hitman&rdq…
    • 7 Years
    6 years, 8 months ago

    I know Kun got in a car accident...but a lot of people saying Kun broke his ribs... any source?

    1. Andy_Social
      • 11 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      many - scroll up!!

  4. white lightning
    • 10 Years
    6 years, 8 months ago

    Last week = Kane out - Aguero in
    This week = Aguero out - Kane in for free

    This was my plan & Aguero suffering injury makes it a no brainer. It's a shame I have Jones to deal with & to a lesser extent Firmino.

    1. Andy_Social
      • 11 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      I already shipped out crocked Mendy, and used my 2nd FT to transfer out Jesus for Morata. Now I'll have to sit on Jones and take a hit re Kun. Messed up my transfer plans for the next 2-3 GWs too unless I WC which I didn't want to do. A mess!

  5. SUPER MOKH
    • 7 Years
    6 years, 8 months ago

    Foster(Elliot)
    Alonso-Jones-Bavies-Mee (Hunemeier)
    Salah-Miky-Ritchie (Doucoure,Tarrol)
    Kaku-Kun-Vardy

    1FT, 0.9ITB

    Jones doubtful, Vardy doubtful, Alonso drops and now Kun is out. Sigh..

    Kun to Kane should I?

    1. TorresMagic™
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • Has Moderation Rights
      • 15 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      After more news.

      1. SUPER MOKH
        • 7 Years
        6 years, 8 months ago

        Thanks TM, im new here feel honored that you had your say on my comment.

        1. TorresMagic™
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • Has Moderation Rights
          • 15 Years
          6 years, 8 months ago

          I feel honored to reply to the true legend of FPL.

          1. SUPER MOKH
            • 7 Years
            6 years, 8 months ago

            😛

        2. Sonny “The Hitman&rdq…
          • 7 Years
          6 years, 8 months ago

          Easy ... he is a great guy but don't knight him

        3. TorresMagic™
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • Has Moderation Rights
          • 15 Years
          6 years, 8 months ago

          By the way, you need to rate your grav "G" for others to see it.

          1. SUPER MOKH
            • 7 Years
            6 years, 8 months ago

            Howwww?? Please someone enlighten me

            1. TorresMagic™
              • Fantasy Football Scout Member
              • Has Moderation Rights
              • 15 Years
              6 years, 8 months ago

              gravatar.com

              1. SUPER MOKH
                • 7 Years
                6 years, 8 months ago

                I've done it there but still it doesnt come up here. Mustve something to do with the rate grav "G" what does that means TM?

    2. FC Hakkebøf
      • 7 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      Ironic name for a new guy haha. But confidence is high. I like it. Welcome on board

      1. SUPER MOKH
        • 7 Years
        6 years, 8 months ago

        I literally decided to use the name in hope that more people here will reply my comments haha

  6. fitzy
    • 12 Years
    6 years, 8 months ago

    Was planning on keeping my FT for this week lol. Luckily I have money ITB to freely get Kane if I wish so.

    It was nice knowing you Aguero if reports turn out true.

  7. TorresMagic™
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • Has Moderation Rights
    • 15 Years
    6 years, 8 months ago

    A fair few free hit players will be stuck with injuries players in GW8.

    1. Andy_Social
      • 11 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      Ooh, nasty. When I play my free hit it will definitely be minutes before the deadline!

    2. FC Hakkebøf
      • 7 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      Unfortunate for them yes..did you own Kun?

      1. TorresMagic™
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • Has Moderation Rights
        • 15 Years
        6 years, 8 months ago

        I do atm.

    3. HurriKane
      • 11 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      actually i was tinkering about playing.

      however now i think id just do kun --> Laca for ft. then upgrade firmino to morata after next gw

      1. Andy_Social
        • 11 Years
        6 years, 8 months ago

        I've got Kaku and Morata. If I do Kun to Kane this week, someone has to go to get Jesus for GW8. Tough one!

    4. FC Hakkebøf
      • 7 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      Who are you planing om getting in? As I recall you own "the big three" ... So Lacazette I suppose?

      1. TorresMagic™
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • Has Moderation Rights
        • 15 Years
        6 years, 8 months ago

        Depends if I WC etc. I'll sleep on it.

    5. ScotDougie
      • 8 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      Was so close to hitting the button earlier glad I held off

  8. jia you
    • 7 Years
    6 years, 8 months ago

    On wildcard last week, I brought in Aguero, Mendy, Jones & Vardy!
    First two crocked and the other two carrying injuries!!

    1. FC Hakkebøf
      • 7 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      Feel sorry for you mate

      1. jia you
        • 7 Years
        6 years, 8 months ago

        Cheers man, it sucks, already shipped out Mendy so will need a hit to swap out Kun for Jesus/Morata.
        0.1m short for Kne really sucks!

        1. jia you
          • 7 Years
          6 years, 8 months ago

          *Kane

    2. ⚽️ Dingo ⚽️
      • 7 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      Best time to use wild card is when you have lots of pressing issues like this.

      1. jia you
        • 7 Years
        6 years, 8 months ago

        Haha, true that!

    3. HurriKane
      • 11 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      bad luck mate. all look excellent options before injury

      1. jia you
        • 7 Years
        6 years, 8 months ago

        cheers man, that's the way it goes sometimes!

  9. ⚽️ Dingo ⚽️
    • 7 Years
    6 years, 8 months ago

    This site is going to explode when the UK wakes up.

    1. TorresMagic™
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • Has Moderation Rights
      • 15 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      FPL Show may need some editing.

      1. fitzy
        • 12 Years
        6 years, 8 months ago

        Reshoot new parts if possible. High priced asset with 1/4th ownership is an incredible topic for discussion.

        1. TorresMagic™
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • Has Moderation Rights
          • 15 Years
          6 years, 8 months ago

          Won't happen. They will add the Aguero bit if true.

          1. Werkself
            • Fantasy Football Scout Member
            • 11 Years
            6 years, 8 months ago

            What's the rumor?

            1. Postman Ty
              • 9 Years
              6 years, 8 months ago

              car accident. broken rib.

              1. Werkself
                • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                • 11 Years
                6 years, 8 months ago

                Thanks, BDA.

  10. That Was Easy!
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 9 Years
    6 years, 8 months ago

    Sold Jesus on a hit for Lukaku. Might play the Free Hit chip.

    1. ⚽️ Dingo ⚽️
      • 7 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      Do it. All these free hit chips being used are great!

  11. HurriKane
    • 11 Years
    6 years, 8 months ago

    Lukaku or Laca for next 4 ?

    A) Lacazette- BHA wat eve SWA

    B) Lukaku- CRY liv hud TOT

    1. ⚽️ Dingo ⚽️
      • 7 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      Going by fixtures, Lacazette. Going by form and ownership, Lukaku.

      1. HurriKane
        • 11 Years
        6 years, 8 months ago

        so u prefer who?.4 goals by laca isnt bad. plus that extra money could be used to upgrade firmino to morata next gw

    2. FC Hakkebøf
      • 7 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      Im in the same dilemma.. I could captain Kane next gw and go for Laca.. but I cant help but feel Lukaku will go beastmode vs CRP and huddersfield

    3. FC Hakkebøf
      • 7 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      So Mr.Dingo.. what do you suggest?

    4. RIDZ
      • 7 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      should be B
      No one could replace Kaku in United for now, he is the main scorer. Arsenal could score from many players, Laca, Alexis, Giroud, Walcott.

  12. RIDZ
    • 7 Years
    6 years, 8 months ago

    Which one better to buy this week?
    a) Otamendi
    b) Maguire
    c) Cresswell

    1. HurriKane
      • 11 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      C

      1. RIDZ
        • 7 Years
        6 years, 8 months ago

        Cresswell or Zabaleta, who plays more attacking?

    2. Andy_Social
      • 11 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      Just this week? Cresswell.

      1. RIDZ
        • 7 Years
        6 years, 8 months ago

        I mean start this week. Actually I want Otamendi in, but Chelsea would score I guess

  13. TheTwelfthMan
    • 6 Years
    6 years, 8 months ago

    Looking to replace Jones? Here's my article with my top 5 replacements for Jones, complete with all the stats you need. Do give it a read.

    http://the12thman.in/fpl-top5-jones-replacements/

    1. Andy_Social
      • 11 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      As I've posted on your blog,

      "#6. Stay calm. Keep Jones - it's just one game followed by an international break. He may well be fine."

      1. TheTwelfthMan
        • 6 Years
        6 years, 8 months ago

        True, but if you're one of the teams that relies on Jones to play every week I wouldn't risk it - his injuries usually turn out longer than the prognosis.

        1. Andy_Social
          • 11 Years
          6 years, 8 months ago

          I still think most owners can afford to wait 10 days or so. Plenty of alternatives could get crocked on international duty.

    2. WINNING!
      • 11 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      No Charlie Daniels?

    3. Mini Mane Mo
      • 8 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      During the last match when Sanchez started, Kola's stats went downhill and Bellerin's stats went up. Might just be one match but do you see Sanchez stiffling Kola's attacking prowress?

      1. TheTwelfthMan
        • 6 Years
        6 years, 8 months ago

        Don't think so, Kola did score against Cologne with Sanchez.

  14. fitzy
    • 12 Years
    6 years, 8 months ago

    Free hit - Did we all overlook the whole "reverse transfers" aspects of this chip at the start of the year? Imagine having had taken a 8 point hit to bring in Aguero, Jones, Vardy at the start of the week and now being able to reclaim those 8 points and get back the players you transferred back alongside a better squad for the next gameweek.

    1. TorresMagic™
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • Has Moderation Rights
      • 15 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      You probably sold players you didn't want.

      1. fitzy
        • 12 Years
        6 years, 8 months ago

        I'd imagine you would want them more than injured players.

    2. Andy_Social
      • 11 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      True. You'll still need to ship Aguero on 1FT, but the others can be re-thought.

  15. Sims
    • 7 Years
    6 years, 8 months ago

    what happened to lukaku?

    1. TorresMagic™
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • Has Moderation Rights
      • 15 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      Nothing

    2. Sims
      • 7 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      wait it's aguero??

    3. Holmes
      • 10 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      He was planning to score only but after sometime beast mode was activated, so he will now score 3 😛

  16. Pranav Santhosh
    • 7 Years
    6 years, 8 months ago

    How long will aguero be out for?

    1. fitzy
      • 12 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      Unconfirmed since we don't know the extent of his injuries. Claims on twitter are around 2 months is a possibility.

      1. Pranav Santhosh
        • 7 Years
        6 years, 8 months ago

        2 Months ffs!!!

  17. Tabbara
    • 7 Years
    6 years, 8 months ago

    Elliot Foster
    Kola Naughton Davies Long Ward(Burnley)
    Ritchie Miki Caroll Salah Alli
    Abraham Kane Lukaku
    2ft 0.2 ITB
    Which option is better
    A:RLC for Caroll
    B:Hart for Foster
    C:Mbemba for Long
    D:Else
    Thx

    1. HurriKane
      • 11 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      id save. ur team is in great shape.

  18. hjalmarekdal
    • 7 Years
    6 years, 8 months ago

    From next GW:
    A) Kane + Firmino
    B) Morata + Jesus
    C) Morata + Lacazette

    1. HurriKane
      • 11 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      C

    2. Holmes
      • 10 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      B if Kun is out for long

  19. Holmes
    • 10 Years
    6 years, 8 months ago

    Couple of interesting price drops today...

  20. DrunkPhilosophy
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 9 Years
    6 years, 8 months ago

    Really sad news about Aguero, judging by the news glad he made it alive.. one of premier league/Fpl greats if only he wasn't a city player...

    A) Aguero --> Morata 1 FT

    B) Aguero --> Lukaku(-4) will get rid of jones..

  21. BilalM
    • 8 Years
    6 years, 8 months ago

    This is the team so far:

    Foster
    Mee Yoshida Bavies
    Mkhi Salah Eriksen Carrol
    Jesus Lukaku Abraham

    subs:
    Elliot/ Jones / Ritchie / Lowe
    Looking to transfer Jesus out, for Morata? or thinking to sell Jones for Kolasinac?

    1. Stupendous
      • 11 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      Sell Jesus now????

      Spits out tea!!!

      1. BilalM
        • 8 Years
        6 years, 8 months ago

        Aguero out injured? is it confirmed

      2. Andy_Social
        • 11 Years
        6 years, 8 months ago

        Aaarrggghhh!!!!!!

        1. Andy_Social
          • 11 Years
          6 years, 8 months ago

          Actually I did that on Monday 🙁

          Yes, confirmed.

  22. FantasyNik123
    • 10 Years
    6 years, 8 months ago

    Wow. Thats crazy about Aguero, hope he gets better soon, one of my favorite players on FPL for the last 4 years. FPL really is 30% luck, unfortunate for the managers that have him, but to those that don't, it makes things much easier.

    1. That Was Easy!
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 9 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      I'd say it's much closer to 50%

      1. Holmes
        • 10 Years
        6 years, 8 months ago

        *80%

  23. Stupendous
    • 11 Years
    6 years, 8 months ago

    Aguero Firmino and Mooy
    To
    Kane Chicharito and Ramsay

    Yes???

  24. 42towels
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 9 Years
    6 years, 8 months ago

    On Wildcard GW8, which would you pick:
    1) Azpi + Daniels OR
    2) Luiz + Otamendi

    Will need to start them almost every week.
    Rest of the defense - Jones/Cedric, Bavies, Mee

  25. Legohair
    • 8 Years
    6 years, 8 months ago

    Wich one?
    A. Lukaku&Firmino
    B. Lacazette&Morata

    1. Andy_Social
      • 11 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      B for sure.

  26. melvinmbabazi
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 10 Years
    6 years, 8 months ago

    Wishing Aguero a speedy recovery!!

  27. That Was Easy!
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 9 Years
    6 years, 8 months ago

    An hour ago I was going to be 1 of 1 out of the top 8 in my ML with Lukaku captain. Now I'll be 1 of 8

  28. Sims
    • 7 Years
    6 years, 8 months ago

    aguero's unfortunate injury makes sterling a very tempting pick. could even play false 9

    1. bigbudgie
      • 9 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      definitely.

    2. Andy_Social
      • 11 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      You're right. I think for most who need to ship out Kun, they can only afford 1 transfer in a straight striker swap, but if you do have the luxury of 2 FTS, Kun and a mid for Jesus and Sterling would be gold. I'm actually looking at that in GW8 if I play my WC

      1. Sims
        • 7 Years
        6 years, 8 months ago

        saving my transfer, lokking to bring in in morata jesus and sterling in for -4 next week. lukaku hemed alli to make way possibly

  29. Mini Mane Mo
    • 8 Years
    6 years, 8 months ago

    Now we just need Conte to confirm that Morata limped off injured on Wed to mess up everyone's week

  30. 007 [RoboKlopp]
    • 7 Years
    6 years, 8 months ago

    Hi, please choose Kun replacement for this weekend (Have Kane):
    A. Lukaku
    B. Morata
    Thanks.

    1. Mini Mane Mo
      • 8 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      Why not Lacazette

    2. Andy_Social
      • 11 Years
      6 years, 8 months ago

      Just this weekend? Kaku.