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23 September 2020 1948 comments
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It has been a busy week in the Scout Network as content creators around the world turn their attentions to Gameweek 3.

Every week, we bring you all the updates from those enlisted in the Scout Network and Scout Academy.

This features anything you may have missed, as well as an in-depth look at one of the Scout Network’s key personnel.

Ahead of Gameweek 3, the spotlight falls on a recent addition to the network: Mini League Mate.

SCOUT NETWORK

We Are Brighton 

We Are Brighton’s partnership with Fantasy Football Scout has been working wonders this season. After tipping Leandro Trossard (£6.0m) and Tariq Lamptey (£4.5m) ahead of their attacking involvements in the Seagulls’ Gameweek 1 defeat to Chelsea, their key Brighton assets for Gameweek 2 were Lewis Dunk (£5.0m) and Adam Webster (£4.5m). The two centre-backs both kept a clean sheet in the 3-0 win at Newcastle, Dunk stealing a bonus point too. There will be a new FFS Brighton article over on the We Are Brighton website ahead of every Gameweek this season.

FPLNymfria 

Nymfria featured on Glen Kightley’s YouTube Channel – Everything Arsenal.  She celebrated passing 4,000 subscribers on YouTube last week. Nymfria will be live again on Thursday with her Dream Team Stream, and will host the next FPL Wildcats stream, which features FPL Dave.

FPL Family 

The FPL Family broke their record for most-watched live stream last weekend, which has so far been viewed over 32,000 times. They have also been recording episodes of Sam v Lee – The Points Predictor, for the FFScout YouTube channel again. Each week they each choose a defender, midfielder and forward to see which will return the most points. This season one of them will pick a team of highly owned (over 10%) players each round and the other a team of differentials (under 10%).

Ted Talks FPL 

Ted has updated his fixture difficulty charts and investigated average positions of a number of key players

El Statto

This week El Statto launched a new partnership with stats provider FPLDackel which has enabled him to update his website.

Fantasy Chat with Karam Tayser 

Fantasy Chat reached a new milestone of 2,500 YouTube subscribers last week, excellent growth in its first three weeks.

FPL Take The Hit 

Mick and Joff have been busy discussing whether or not to take hits this week as Wildcards loom large for the Fantasy community. 

SCOUT ACADEMY

The boys at Americans Talk FPL officially joined Twitter this week. They also added a Player Spotlight section to their weekly videos to enable them to dive deeper in to their top watchlist players. 

David from FPL In The Dug Out collaborated with Sam Bonfield on the role of the Dream Team in FPL, which has now had over 5,000 views. Much like American’s Talk FPL, FPL In The Dugout also launched their twitter platform

Meanwhile FPL Talkings Points have just launched a new interactive map feature on their website so that FPL players from around the world can connect with content creators near them geographically. This map will include the content from members of the Scout Academy and the Scout Network. 

Spotlight: Mini League Mate 

Mini League Mate is a service that focuses on one of the most important parts of FPL: winning your Mini Leagues!

Mini League Mate gives a weekly data update on your leagues, including points scored and other key developments.

This service is divided in to two parts. Firstly the ‘Deadline Day’ mail. This is an email sent straight after the Gameweek deadline passes and ahead of kick-off in the opening fixture of the round. 

The mail allows you to see exactly how each member of your Mini League has lined up for the Gameweek, including information on the most transferred-in and transferred-out options, most captained and average starting XI/formation. 

At the end of the Gameweek’s final match, Mini League Mate then emails out ‘The Dossier’, a stat-packed breakdown featuring whose captain picks came off, whose did not, and how to plot through subsequent rounds.

The Dossier also contains charts and statistics such as: 

  • Leaderboard Deep Dive 
  • Mini-League vs the world 
  • Points breakdown 
  • Manager of the week 
  • Biggest riser and faller 
  • Best players in the league this Gameweek 
  • Best and worst transfers made 
  • Bandwagons 
  • Squad value tracker 
  • Chip tracker 
  • Mini League template team and more 

One of the great things about Mini League Mate is not everyone needs to sign up. The Deadline Day mail and The Dossier can be shared throughout the league via email, social media, messaging services. Alternatively, you can keep this detailed information to yourself.


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  1. Nightcrawler
    • 7 Years
    5 years, 10 months ago

    What do u guys think of this? Not on WC...would need a -4 to get this

    Martinez

    TAA Saiss Justin (Mitchell Lewis)

    Salah KDB Son Podence (bissuma)

    DCL Jiminez Richarlsion

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

      Not far of most WCs on here, so probably worth it

    2. Hansel
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 15 Years
      5 years, 10 months ago

      Looks geat

    3. waltzingmatildas
      • 15 Years
      5 years, 10 months ago

      Looks really good. Who are you losing?

  2. Iceball
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 11 Years
    5 years, 10 months ago

    On WC
    A) Lamptey+Werner (later go to Jimenez if Werner not up to it, its WBA after all!)
    B) Castagne+Jimenez (I really want Castagne after ManCity and can bench for KWP this week)

    1. Patron
      • 7 Years
      5 years, 10 months ago

      b

    2. Hansel
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 15 Years
      5 years, 10 months ago

      B easy!

  3. Taribo
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 11 Years
    5 years, 10 months ago

    Final question for today:

    a) TAA & Podence

    b) VVD & Foden

    (have KDB, Jimi & Saiss)

    1. Nightcrawler
      • 7 Years
      5 years, 10 months ago

      A all day

    2. Patron
      • 7 Years
      5 years, 10 months ago

      well if we knew that foden will start every game (which he most likely wont) id say b. But since we dont know that its a for me.

    3. Captain_Shirokov
      • 7 Years
      5 years, 10 months ago

      A

  4. gers23
    • 14 Years
    5 years, 10 months ago

    Any way to cancel a wildcard,after you've hit the button? Regretting it lol

    1. Hansel
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 15 Years
      5 years, 10 months ago

      Nope, sorry mate

    2. Deulofail
      • 10 Years
      5 years, 10 months ago

      Transfer back in the players you sold then hit alt+f4

      1. @persecuted_by_mods
        5 years, 10 months ago

        Up down left right up down left right

      2. gers23
        • 14 Years
        5 years, 10 months ago

        Can't believe i just tried this 🙁

        1. Deulofail
          • 10 Years
          5 years, 10 months ago

          😆

    3. Zimo
      • 8 Years
      5 years, 10 months ago

      Nope. It's done now. Make the best of it.

    4. TRIPOS TOPPER
      • 8 Years
      5 years, 10 months ago

      spin around to a video of Miley Cyrus then do the moonwalk

  5. Hansel
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 15 Years
    5 years, 10 months ago

    Would you do Adams -> DCL for -4?

    I'm already on a -4 so would be for -8. DCL likely to regain it in a few weeks time IMO and better for team value but Adams' next two games are good, maybe even better, than DCL's. (bur, WBA) vs (cpl, BRI)

    1. Old Wulfrunian
      • 9 Years
      5 years, 10 months ago

      no for me.Adams is due.

      1. George Sillett
        • 10 Years
        5 years, 10 months ago

        Due to be even more ineffective than he has been so far.

        1. Old Wulfrunian
          • 9 Years
          5 years, 10 months ago

          For sure.

    2. xHaTr
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 8 Years
      5 years, 10 months ago

      Yes

  6. Captain_Shirokov
    • 7 Years
    5 years, 10 months ago

    McCarthy*
    TAA - Davies* - Saiss
    Salah - KDB - Son - Podence
    Werner - Mitrovic - Wilson

    (Soucek, KWP*, Mitchell)

    * : I would consider shipping

    Anything worth a hit?

    1. Hansel
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 15 Years
      5 years, 10 months ago

      Not in my book. Anything ITB?

      1. Captain_Shirokov
        • 7 Years
        5 years, 10 months ago

        0.5m

  7. Invincibles
    • 12 Years
    5 years, 10 months ago

    Is Podence likely to rise?

    1. Hansel
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 15 Years
      5 years, 10 months ago

      He's on 90% atm

      1. Invincibles
        • 12 Years
        5 years, 10 months ago

        So yeah? dont know how it works

        1. Zimo
          • 8 Years
          5 years, 10 months ago

          Probably

        2. Hansel
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 15 Years
          5 years, 10 months ago

          100% and they rise as a rule of thumb. Probably within the next 2 days

        3. Zimo
          • 8 Years
          5 years, 10 months ago

          Usually rises above 100% threshold and falls at -100%. It's still early season wo wildcards skew the numbers and algorithm could have changed as well. So there can be unpredicted changes, and predicted changes can sometimes not occur.

    2. Old Wulfrunian
      • 9 Years
      5 years, 10 months ago

      Not today but until Saturday yes.

  8. Loðbrók
    • 12 Years
    5 years, 10 months ago

    Toughts on the options in Wolves midfield now, with the Semedo signing?
    Will they play 3-4-3 with Traore Jim and Podence/Neto?
    Will Traore be a real option at 6.5? (He looked good going forward against City in 2nd half)
    Or will Podence still be the guy to pick at 5,5m? How much do you expect him to play?

    1. Flynny
      • 11 Years
      5 years, 10 months ago

      Podence has been their stand out player so far.

      With jota gone surely he is going to get major game time

      1. Loðbrók
        • 12 Years
        5 years, 10 months ago

        Thanks, would expect that yes.

    2. Karan_G14
      • 10 Years
      5 years, 10 months ago

      I don't think he wants field a midfield 3 of Neves, Mourinho & Dendoncker which has been the case since the past few months.
      It will be a 343 imo with Podence on the left & Traore on the right.

      1. Loðbrók
        • 12 Years
        5 years, 10 months ago

        Thanks!

    3. The Mandalorian
      • 14 Years
      5 years, 10 months ago

      Jota played 2200 minutes got around 100 points, can podence replicate this?

      1. FPL_Crisis
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 16 Years
        5 years, 10 months ago

        If he’s attacking and keeps it up then should clear 100 points. I mean that’s pretty much what Noble gets per season even though he’s been on pens.
        Basically 3 points per game
        Let’s say 30 games x2 points plus 10 CS is 70pts. That leaves 30pts or around 7/8 attacking returns which seems doable

  9. Old Wulfrunian
    • 9 Years
    5 years, 10 months ago

    Best midfielder up to 6.4?

    1. Loðbrók
      • 12 Years
      5 years, 10 months ago

      Klich, Podence or Trossard.

      1. Old Wulfrunian
        • 9 Years
        5 years, 10 months ago

        cheers

    2. The Mandalorian
      • 14 Years
      5 years, 10 months ago

      Klich

      1. Old Wulfrunian
        • 9 Years
        5 years, 10 months ago

        cheers

  10. sartoreality
    • 5 Years
    5 years, 10 months ago

    Can i get some feedback on my WC for this week please guys?

    Martinez (Ryan)
    TAA - Saiss - Mitchell (Justin) (Dunne)
    Rodriguez - Son - KDB - Salah - Podence
    DLC - Jimenez (Brewster)

    Then likely subbing in Mane and Sterling next week for their away games.

    Bench is weak i know. Any suggestions?

    1. pablo discobar
      • 16 Years
      5 years, 10 months ago

      get rid of Ryan and do Dunne to Taylor

      1. Dr. Rog
        • 16 Years
        5 years, 10 months ago

        yes do that, potentially you only have 2 starting defenders, and brewster might not move

        1. sartoreality
          • 5 Years
          5 years, 10 months ago

          Cheers guys, good shout. Hadnt considered that only 2 are guaranteed starters

    2. Loðbrók
      • 12 Years
      5 years, 10 months ago

      Get Lamptey for Dunne or Mitchell, by downgrading one of the keepers.
      Other than that looks good!

      1. sartoreality
        • 5 Years
        5 years, 10 months ago

        Was weighing up Lamptey but he's not 100% fit is he?

    3. The Mandalorian
      • 14 Years
      5 years, 10 months ago

      Podence to klich if u have funds

      1. sartoreality
        • 5 Years
        5 years, 10 months ago

        I had Klich before but switched in Podence since Jota left, so he's guaranteed game time and Wolves have a more favourable fixture run?

        Why would you go for Klich? Because of pens?

        1. MarcusAurelius
          • 10 Years
          5 years, 10 months ago

          Also Wolves just signed right back Semedo from Barca. That means Adama back in the front 3 which means Podence and Neto will share game time imo

  11. pablo discobar
    • 16 Years
    5 years, 10 months ago

    GK Martinez, Steer
    DEF James, Saiss, Taylor, Mitchell, Justin.
    MID Salah, Greenwood, KDB, Son, JRod
    FWD Jimmy, DCL, Bamford.

    That's a potential wildcard without TAA.

    OK? Or look to get VVD in over James?

    Would you guys consider Gomez now he's fit?

    Thanks

    1. Invincibles
      • 12 Years
      5 years, 10 months ago

      Love that Mid, good to go

    2. The Mandalorian
      • 14 Years
      5 years, 10 months ago

      TAA 7.5m over 200 point potential bargain

  12. La Roja
    • 14 Years
    5 years, 10 months ago

    So David Moyes under quarantine...

    West Ham should beat Wolves then.

  13. The Mandalorian
    • 14 Years
    5 years, 10 months ago

    Nelson Semedo: Wolves sign defender from Barcelona in deal that could be worth £37m -
    https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/54262570

  14. Captain_Shirokov
    • 7 Years
    5 years, 10 months ago

    God I really want rid of McCarthy & KWP.

    1. Ser Davos
      • 11 Years
      5 years, 10 months ago

      They're dismal aren't they. A lot of emphasis on the high line, but the likes of Bednaerek and McCarthy would look terrible in any system

    2. The Mandalorian
      • 14 Years
      5 years, 10 months ago

      There's a queue

    3. avfc82
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • Has Moderation Rights
      • 16 Years
      5 years, 10 months ago

      Yeah same, other issues to sort right now tho, and at least they play West Brom next week.

  15. Dr. Rog
    • 16 Years
    5 years, 10 months ago

    A) no Jimmy (can be no Werner as well)

    Martinez/Steer
    TAA James Saiss (Lampy Mitchell)
    Salah KdB Son Foden Podence
    Werner DCL (Brewdog)

    B) no Trent

    Martinez/Steer
    James Saiss Ayling/Lampy (Mitchell)
    Salah KdB Son Foden (Burke)
    Werner DCL Jimmy

    or in simply terms:
    A) TAA Podence (Brewdog)
    B) Ayling Jiminez (Burke)

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

      Exact B i am going with/ easy werner>martial/jesus switch in near future.

  16. Ser Davos
    • 11 Years
    5 years, 10 months ago

    Too may Wolves options

    Thinking:

    Semedo over Saiss
    Podence over RW Traore
    Jimenez

    1. Flair
      • 6 Years
      5 years, 10 months ago

      Exact same selection here

      1. Andy_Social
        • 14 Years
        5 years, 10 months ago

        I'm not convinced Semedo will be attacking. That Marcal on the left flank played very conservatively - it cold be Nuno is going for LB/RB combo. Saiss would still be the most attacking defender.
        I'd hold fire over Podders for this week until we know his status more clearly. Jimi is of course 100% reliable.

    2. Dr. Rog
      • 16 Years
      5 years, 10 months ago

      3rd season and they are still the value team.
      and makes the FPL team look way better than the usual sea of Reds and Blues.

    3. avfc82
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • Has Moderation Rights
      • 16 Years
      5 years, 10 months ago

      I'll prob go Semedo if he comes in at 5.5, as I'm not on Saiss right now, who is already up to 5.1. For 0.4 extra, I think a wing-back in that Wolves system is worth it.

      Then Jimenez too, that's it.

      1. Ser Davos
        • 11 Years
        5 years, 10 months ago

        On 5m Saiss on WC... would you double up?

        1. Ser Davos
          • 11 Years
          5 years, 10 months ago

          With Semedo

        2. avfc82
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • Has Moderation Rights
          • 16 Years
          5 years, 10 months ago

          See what Nuno says, not sure how fit Semedo is and if he's ready to start.

      2. Flair
        • 6 Years
        5 years, 10 months ago

        What's your opinion on Podence?

        1. avfc82
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • Has Moderation Rights
          • 16 Years
          5 years, 10 months ago

          I like him, looks like a cracking little player, but I see him, Neto and Traore all sharing minutes, which could be a bit frustrating.

          That role Neto played against Sheff Utd, when he dropped into midfield, is something I think Nuno will utilise again, especially away from home.

          1. Flair
            • 6 Years
            5 years, 10 months ago

            Thank you.

  17. Flair
    • 6 Years
    5 years, 10 months ago

    [Alasdair Gold] Tottenham are in talks with Inter Milan to sign Milan Skriniar.

    Extremely reliable for Spurs, makes Tottenham defense go from 0 to 100! Very interested to see if Levy can pull it off.

    1. MEGPAL
      • 14 Years
      5 years, 10 months ago

      I've heard very mixed things about Skriniar's ability. Fifa seems to rate him.

      1. Flair
        • 6 Years
        5 years, 10 months ago

        Not great in a 3ATB, world class in a 4ATB is the summary of the opinions I've heard.

      2. Neo-Viper
        • 11 Years
        5 years, 10 months ago

        19 rated him at 93

    2. The Mandalorian
      • 14 Years
      5 years, 10 months ago

      Jose wanted him when he was at united so probably some truth to it

  18. DARK SIDE OF THE LOON
    • 10 Years
    5 years, 10 months ago

    Should I lock this? With goals flowing I think there is a merit in going 3-5-2.

    Martinez, Steer
    Lamptey Mitchell Taylor Lascelles Holding
    Salah Sterling KDB Son Podence
    Jiminez DCL Brewster

    1. The Mandalorian
      • 14 Years
      5 years, 10 months ago

      What happens if a 9m striker kills u will need 2 transfers to get them in

      1. DARK SIDE OF THE LOON
        • 10 Years
        5 years, 10 months ago

        There can be cases like that in every position. I strongly a believe Sterling + KDB double up should do well to cover the additional points that Martial, Werner, Jesus or Firmino might get. Plus if any one of them goes mental 2 FTs can easily do the job.

        1. The Mandalorian
          • 14 Years
          5 years, 10 months ago

          No TAA he is massively owned when he scores u will lose rank. Better with Foden for now and upgrade defence.

          1. DARK SIDE OF THE LOON
            • 10 Years
            5 years, 10 months ago

            Fair point. Thanks!

  19. amtosh
    • 14 Years
    5 years, 10 months ago

    TAA + Barnes (Lei)

    Or

    Ake + Son

    ?

    1. amtosh
      • 14 Years
      5 years, 10 months ago

      Sorry, obviously A or B?

    2. avfc82
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • Has Moderation Rights
      • 16 Years
      5 years, 10 months ago

      Trent and Barnes.

      1. amtosh
        • 14 Years
        5 years, 10 months ago

        Thanks

    3. Miguel Sanchez
      • 10 Years
      5 years, 10 months ago

      A

  20. Jimbo-Jones
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 9 Years
    5 years, 10 months ago

    1. ASM > Podence
    2. Bruno > Son (potential Cap)
    3. Roll FT

    McCarthy
    TAA Doherty KWP
    Salah KDB Bruno ASM Soucek
    Mitro Werner

    Mitchell Justin Brewster

    1. Pukkipartyy
      • 7 Years
      5 years, 10 months ago

      1

    2. Invincibles
      • 12 Years
      5 years, 10 months ago

      Both

  21. gonzalocampos
    • 11 Years
    5 years, 10 months ago

    On a WC (need cash for future transfers)
    a) Bamford and save 1.7M
    b) Wood and save 0.9M

    1. avfc82
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • Has Moderation Rights
      • 16 Years
      5 years, 10 months ago

      I'd go Wood.

  22. Neo-Viper
    • 11 Years
    5 years, 10 months ago

    Good to go lads?

    McCarthy
    Taa CTaylor Bavies
    Podence KDB Salah Hamez
    DCL Werner Mitro

    Button Mitchel Justin Soucek

    1. Knallie
      • 12 Years
      5 years, 10 months ago

      Only slight worry may be Ben Davies with the new left back coming in

      1. Neo-Viper
        • 11 Years
        5 years, 10 months ago

        Does Bavies goes straight to the bench on the weekend or think Jose will ease the new guy in the team?

  23. Pukkipartyy
    • 7 Years
    5 years, 10 months ago

    Do u think Semedo starts next game? Going to double with Saiss.

    1. Flair
      • 6 Years
      5 years, 10 months ago

      Yes.

    2. Klaren
      • 8 Years
      5 years, 10 months ago

      I think it's a bit risky to go with him right away. He should be fine to play against Fulham but not so sure against West Ham.

  24. amsemp
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 9 Years
    5 years, 10 months ago

    On a W/C - 0.2 ITB

    Ryan, Steele
    TAA, Castagne, James, Saiss, Mitchell
    Salah, KDB, Son, Podence, Reed
    Jimenez, DCL, Mitrovic

    Is James enough Chelsea cover? Don’t really fancy any of their midfielders at the moment and I’m not sure unbalancing the squad for Werner is worth it at the moment?

    Any other suggestions?

  25. Ruudy Van
    • 15 Years
    5 years, 10 months ago

    Which would you go for on Wildcard? (Have DCL if it means anything)

    Foden Trent Kane
    OR
    Hames Robbo Werner.

    On a separate note who would you have Kane v Werner in? (As I’m tempted to go no spurs and get Werner)

  26. Knallie
    • 12 Years
    5 years, 10 months ago

    Any thoughts on this 3-5-2?

    Martinez (Peacock-Farrel)
    VVD - Saiss - Justin - (Lamptey / Mitchell)
    Salah - KDB - Son - JRod - Podence
    Werner - DCL (Brewster)

    0.5 ITB

  27. Wayne Enterprises
    • 13 Years
    5 years, 10 months ago

    How’s this looking for a WC

    Martínez Steer

    Robbo Castagne Saïss Lamptey Mitchell

    Sterling KDB Greenwood Podence McCarthy

    Ings Jimi DCL

    0.4m itb

    1. Bobby Digital
      • 9 Years
      5 years, 10 months ago

      Looks gud

    2. ElChapo
      • 7 Years
      5 years, 10 months ago

      would worry about salah/mane being more than 1 transfer away if you keep KDB, looks okay otherwise though.

  28. rodog
    • 10 Years
    5 years, 10 months ago

    Guys, would you suggest a -8 hit rather than wildcard if the players you're taking out aren't playing/won't do well vs tough opposition and the players you're bringing in have a good chance of recouping those 8 points?

    1. Bobby Digital
      • 9 Years
      5 years, 10 months ago

      WC should be worth more than 8pts imo.

  29. Bobby Digital
    • 9 Years
    5 years, 10 months ago

    Going into GW3 with no subs :s

  30. ace3.1415
    • 5 Years
    5 years, 10 months ago

    DCL + Mitro + Werner

    Werner + Jimi + 4.5 Bench Fodder

    Jimi + DCL + 6.5 forward

    1. ElChapo
      • 7 Years
      5 years, 10 months ago

      palace notoriously stingy at home, would be happy to go without DCL this GW. Werner+Jimi, if werner blanks this week, take him out for DCL/Richarlison.