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Fantasy EFL: Scout Picks – Gameweek 15

Amid an international break for all Fantasy Premier League (FPL) managers, Fantasy EFL bosses get the joy of another exciting Gameweek. Despite no Championship fixtures scheduled, we are looking ahead to six matches in League One and 11 matches in League Two, including a Double Gameweek for Accrington Stanley and AFC Wimbledon. Check out our updated fixture ticker [free Members access] to stay up to date with the latest schedule and changes.

We have put together our Scout Picks to provide a clearer image of who we believe are the best player and club picks for Gameweek 15.

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FANTASY EFL: GAMEWEEK 15 SCOUT PICKS

Fantasy EFL: Scout Picks - Gameweek 15

Gameweek 15 Scout Picks: Goalkeeper

AFC Wimbledon’s number one, Owen Goodman (G), is our preferred option between the sticks this Gameweek. The Crystal Palace loanee has been solid for the Dons, keeping six clean sheets (+30) in 12 appearances and nailing 56 points for Fantasy EFL managers. Although they haven’t kept a clean sheet in two matches, the double presents an extra opportunity to secure contributions. Accrington have looked better and will pose a threat on Tuesday, but Barrow are out of sorts, scoring just three goals in their previous five. Therefore, we expect returns from Goodman across both games.

Gameweek 15 Scout Picks: Defenders

We have another ‘Double Gameweeker’ to make up the first defensive slot: Accrington’s Farrend Rawson (D). 57 Fantasy EFL points might not be sensational, but his upcoming Double Gameweek cannot be ignored. Accrington Stanley are on a roll, especially at home, and their fixtures against Swindon Town (H) and AFC Wimbledon (A) look mouthwatering. Remember that 13-point haul Rawson pulled off against Walsall? If he can replicate those defensive heroics, he could be a real game-changer for your Fantasy team. Most importantly, his teammate Zach Awe (D) is on four yellow cards, which is a major concern if he misses their second fixture.

Fantasy EFL Captaincy Poll: Gameweek 15

Alongside the ‘Owd Reds defender is centre-back Tristan Crama (D). The Exeter City defender has been sensational, nailing 99 points so far in 12 appearances. He’s helped the Grecians keep seven clean sheets (+35) in 12 matches and has two goals (+14) to his name this season, including scoring last time out against Charlton Athletic (H). Up next, they host Lincoln City at St James Park. In their previous two away outings, the Imps have scored just one goal. Coupled with three clean sheets in four home matches for Exeter, we see further defensive contributions on the cards for the Frenchman.

Gameweek 15 Scout Picks: Midfielders

The first midfielder to secure a place in this week’s team is Accrington Stanley’s Ben Woods (M), who wears the armband for our side. Considering the question marks that still remain around Shaun Whalley’s (M) fitness, Woods is the next go-to option. In his previous two outings, the number eight has produced 25 points, providing one assist (+3) and nailing nine interceptions (+18), taking his total to 56 points. Additionally, the nine interceptions took the 22-year-old’s tally to 15 (+30). With only 0.9% ownership, he could be the best differential this weekend ahead of two fixtures. A double-digit haul is expected across both matches.

Fantasy EFL Captaincy Poll: Gameweek 15 1

Partnering him in midfield, MK Dons’ Alex Gilbey (M) is an outstanding option. The number eight has scored six goals (+36) and provided one assist (+3) in 15 appearances, totalling 88 points. Gilbey hasn’t blanked in his previous four outings, scoring 36 points during that run. Additionally, the Dons are also unbeaten four, scoring 11 goals in that period, as they vie for a promotion spot in League Two. Although Cheltenham Town (H) are unbeaten in four, they’ve conceded 11 goals on the road and have kept just one clean sheet in their last five matches. Therefore, we’re expecting goals at Stadium MK, and Gilbey is likely to be involved.

Gameweek 15 Scout Picks: Forwards

Stockport County’s star striker, Louie Barry (F), is our top forward pick for this week’s Fantasy EFL side. With an impressive 10 goals (+50) and 1 assist (+3) in 15 matches, he’s been a key player for the Hatters. Their upcoming match against Wrexham (H), a team they’ve historically dominated, is an excellent opportunity to capitalise on Barry’s form. Wrexham’s goalkeeping crisis, with Arthur Okonkwo (G) out injured, further enhances Barry’s appeal.

Fantasy EFL Double Gameweek 12: Scout Picks 3

Finally, completing our seven is AFC Wimbledon’s talismanic striker, Matt Stevens (F). With a tantalising Double Gameweek on the horizon, Stevens’ potential for significant points is palpable. His impressive goal-scoring record, coupled with his recent 24-point haul, has caught the eye of many Fantasy managers. The forward’s ownership has already seen a significant surge, reaching 3.4%. A repeat of his sensational hat-trick performance against Carlisle United would be the ideal scenario, and with two matches to capitalise on, Stevens is well-positioned to deliver. Don’t miss the opportunity to add the number 14 to your team and reap the rewards of his double-digit potential. With Omar Bugiel (F) away on international duty, Stevens is set to start both games and play for 90 minutes.

Gameweek 15 Scout Picks: Club Picks

Following our top five lessons [on the EFL website], we have decided that backing the Double Gameweek sides is best.

The ‘Owd Reds have seen a resurgence in form and are unbeaten in two matches, including an impressive 0-3 away win at Chesterfield. They have also scored 12 goals since Gameweek 7. Furthermore, John Doolan’s side are undefeated in their previous four home fixtures. Combined with Swindon Town’s poor form, we expect a strong home win at the Wham Stadium on Saturday.

AFC Wimbledon face a trickier test away at Barrow but were unbeaten against the Bluebirds last season, including a 0-0 draw (A). Barrow have drawn their previous three matches, ending 1-1. The upside of picking both clubs means that irrespective of the score on Tuesday when they face off, you’re guaranteed points.

A total of 25 points could be nailed for a maximum home and away return, alongside a draw on Tuesday, completing our Gameweek 15 Scout Picks!



87 Comments Post a Comment
  1. My heart goes Salalalalah
    • 8 Years
    4 months, 20 days ago

    Salaaah!

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    1. Haa-lala-land
      • 4 Years
      4 months, 20 days ago

      It's the Salah guy

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  2. The Mandalorian
    • 12 Years
    4 months, 20 days ago

    Was Gary Lineker pushed out by the BBC?

    Who would you like to be the next MOTD presenter?

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    1. Dubem_FC
      • 9 Years
      4 months, 20 days ago

      A woman, certainly is replacing him.

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      1. tbos83
        • 4 Years
        4 months, 20 days ago

        Don't be sexist

        +2
      2. x.jim.x
        • 10 Years
        4 months, 20 days ago

        Does that frighten you?

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    2. El Presidente
      • 5 Years
      4 months, 20 days ago

      Quite clear that he was. And we all know why.

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    3. RamaJama
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 12 Years
      4 months, 20 days ago

      Not Roy Keane

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    4. tbos83
      • 4 Years
      4 months, 20 days ago

      I'd guess he was offered a Hobson's choice

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    5. PartyTime
      • 3 Years
      4 months, 20 days ago

      Maybe Shaun wright phillips 😆

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    6. Nuka Girl
      • 8 Years
      4 months, 20 days ago

      A Garth Crooks and Clinton Morrison would be an interesting watch.
      Maybe Joey Barton as a pundit would boost ratings!

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    7. AC/DC AFC
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 9 Years
      4 months, 20 days ago

      He's wrapping up other production/ business interests so likely a part-time retirement and his choice.

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    8. ᶠᶦˡᵗʰʸLucre $$$
      • 10 Years
      4 months, 20 days ago

      Don't care. Even if I did watch it they would be fast forwarded.

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    9. Better off with a pin and a…
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 12 Years
      4 months, 20 days ago

      Possibly. There were some reports in the papers this week that the BBC want to 'downgrade' the current format and focus more on getting the highlights onto social media channels - without the studio punditry (https://www.thetimes.com/article/29e6d13f-5188-459a-9c63-689e527d5d5d). Whether that contributed to the decision, who knows?

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      1. Willesden Mariner
        • 7 Years
        4 months, 20 days ago

        Sam Bonfield would be the perfect replacement, with Dan Mate as the Clinton Morrison pundit character.

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    10. ebb2sparky
      • 14 Years
      4 months, 20 days ago

      Definitely not Alex Scot even though she meets bbc's most likely primary criteria.
      Not sure how good

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      1. ebb2sparky
        • 14 Years
        4 months, 20 days ago

        Not sure how good Danny Murphy would be as the presenter but I've always thought he knows his stuff so maybe worth a try.
        Gabby Logan wouldn't be a bad choice.

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    11. just a man
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      4 months, 20 days ago

      Hope they sort out the pundits too. Shearer and Murphy send me to sleep.

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  3. Bobby Digital
    • 7 Years
    4 months, 20 days ago

    To play:

    A. Davis(MUN)
    B. VdB(eve)

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    1. Captain Mal
        4 months, 20 days ago

        Davis has way more attacking potential.
        VdB has a slight chance of keeping a clean sheet.
        Probably Davis.

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        1. Bobby Digital
          • 7 Years
          4 months, 20 days ago

          Cheers Cap

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      • Amartey Partey
        • 5 Years
        4 months, 20 days ago

        B

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    2. Steavn8k
      • 1 Year
      4 months, 20 days ago

      How's the WC looking? Bit of benching headache, I know, but otherwise like it
      Sanchez-Fabianski
      RAN-Gabriel-Konate-Hall-THB
      Salah-Palmer-Bruno-Saka-Rogers
      Joao Pedro-Isak-Cunha

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      1. Dazzler
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 13 Years
        4 months, 20 days ago

        Looks good. I’d like Mbeumo in there but that would mean sacrificing Isak probably

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        1. Steavn8k
          • 1 Year
          4 months, 20 days ago

          Cheers, yeah that would be the loss, so hope Wissa will do the trick

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          1. Bobby Digital
            • 7 Years
            4 months, 20 days ago

            You don't have Wissa though

            +1
            1. Steavn8k
              • 1 Year
              4 months, 20 days ago

              Oh yeah, you're right. Forgot I swapped him with Pedro

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      2. Captain Mal
          4 months, 20 days ago

          Many people will sell Mbeumo after Leicester, so it's only 1 game you are missing out on. Not a huge deal I think.
          Really solid team, the only player I don't like is Sanchez. They have good fixtures, but he's been so poor up to this point that I wouldn't trust him. I hear Verbruggen is a trendy choice.

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          1. AC/DC AFC
            • Fantasy Football Scout Member
            • 9 Years
            4 months, 20 days ago

            If Mbeumo scores in the next two games many will hold him, despite the prevailing narrative at the moment in FPL chat.

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            1. Captain Mal
                4 months, 20 days ago

                They could hold him, but it will be nothing to worry about. Leicester on the other hand...

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            2. Steavn8k
              • 1 Year
              4 months, 20 days ago

              Cheers. Don't really see many great alternatives on the GK choice, don't like Verbruggen much and already have Sanchez, so will probably just stick.

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        • lilmessipran
          • 12 Years
          4 months, 20 days ago

          Where fpl points?

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        • RamaJama
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 12 Years
          4 months, 20 days ago

          Which max. 5.1 defender do you prefer?

          Have Maz, VdV, Robinson, Lewis and Nedeljovic

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          1. Bobby Digital
            • 7 Years
            4 months, 20 days ago

            Hall

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            1. RamaJama
              • Fantasy Football Scout Member
              • 12 Years
              4 months, 20 days ago

              Think NEW will continue to deliver CSs? They seem very up and down in form during the season, from a buy to suddenly a sell again.

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              1. Bobby Digital
                • 7 Years
                4 months, 20 days ago

                They do have some nice fixtures coming up though

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          2. Captain Mal
              4 months, 20 days ago

              Ait Nouri, Hall, Veltman, Kerkez, Colwill, Konsa in more or less that order.

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              1. RamaJama
                • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                • 12 Years
                4 months, 20 days ago

                Cheers! No love for Forest defs any more?

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                1. Captain Mal
                    4 months, 20 days ago

                    Probably not the right time to buy them. The only decent game from a defensive standpoint between now and GW18 is Ipswich. And none of them carries enough attacking threat to justify playing him in trickier fixtures.

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            • tsm
              • Fantasy Football Scout Member
              • 14 Years
              4 months, 20 days ago

              RMWCT, first draft

              Sanchez(Fabianksi)
              Gabriel, Ait Nouri, Colwell(Veltman, Faes)
              Salah, Palmer, Mbuemo, Martinelli(winks)
              Haaland, JPedro, Larsen

              Have 0.0 itb, anything worrisome?

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              1. Captain Mal
                  4 months, 20 days ago

                  2x Chelsea defense, Martinelli, Winks.

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                  1. tsm
                    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                    • 14 Years
                    4 months, 20 days ago

                    Yep that’s where my head is at, might take a look at new castle def for Collwill,

                    Winks is an enabler, 4.5 a plays every week. Can’t find any alternatives

                    I would go ode if I could but Martinelli looks to be recovering form.

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                    1. Captain Mal
                        4 months, 20 days ago

                        Sanchez to Verbruggen, Veltman to Hall and Faes to a 4.0m defender could save you some money, while solving the double Chelsea situation.

                        You might have to play Winks because of the tight schedule, so I would like a better 8th attacker. Instead of Martinelli and Winks you could have two of Smith Rowe, Rogers and Semenyo.
                        If you truly believe in Martinelli, then you could downgrade someone else, but the rest looks really solid.

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                        1. tsm
                          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                          • 14 Years
                          4 months, 20 days ago

                          Cheers bit of stuff to thinks about

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                  2. Bobby Digital
                    • 7 Years
                    4 months, 20 days ago

                    Downgrade Martinelli to ESR/Semenyo/Rogers and upgrade Larsen to Cunva

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                    1. Bobby Digital
                      • 7 Years
                      4 months, 20 days ago

                      *Cunha

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                      1. tsm
                        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                        • 14 Years
                        4 months, 20 days ago

                        All those 3 are in decline tbh, looking over the next 10+ gws.

                        My issue with Cunha is his price, Larsen has accumulated the same points the last 5 gw. I scouted him too in last two gw’s and Larsens position on break I think will have more output to cunha. Larsen seems more consistent, Cunha is great but I think he also has a chance of turning off in a game

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                  3. La Roja
                    • 13 Years
                    4 months, 20 days ago

                    Need another WC

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                    1. tsm
                      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                      • 14 Years
                      4 months, 20 days ago

                      I’m lucky this season, also have 4 transfers banked. Been hanging out in 3-500k OR, time to start pushing up slowly 😉

                      +1
                • PartyTime
                  • 3 Years
                  4 months, 20 days ago

                  Any fellow Porro owner? His time is up in my team for sure.

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                  1. Captain Mal
                      4 months, 20 days ago

                      Sold him right after the Ipswich game. He won't be missed.

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                  2. tbos83
                    • 4 Years
                    4 months, 20 days ago

                    Injuries notwithstanding, I have a bench dilemma.. Would you start Pedro, and if so for who?

                    Flekken
                    RAN Lewis Colwill
                    Salah Palmer Mbeumo Rogers Semenyo
                    Haaland Wood

                    Muric Pedro Keane Greaves

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                    1. Captain Mal
                        4 months, 20 days ago

                        Wood

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                      • sfcspartans
                        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                        • 11 Years
                        4 months, 20 days ago

                        Na, I’d stick with your current setup

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                    2. kellamergh
                      • 6 Years
                      4 months, 20 days ago

                      I think I'm finally settling on this wildcard team. I'm just weighing up on whether to go with Isak or Jackson.
                      The latter has the better fixtures but 4 yellow cards, but can be rotated.

                      What are your thoughts?

                      Verbruggen
                      Gabriel Konate Hall
                      Salah(C) Saka Palmer Bruno
                      Isak* Cunha Pedro

                      Fabianski Semenyo Kerkez Ait-Nouri

                      0m itb

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                      1. Captain Mal
                          4 months, 20 days ago

                          Solid all around.
                          Isak vs Jackson is close.
                          One has penalties, plays 90 minutes, but is injury prone, the other plays for a better attack, but could get an early sub and has 4 yellow cards.
                          I would go with Jackson, though most people prefer Isak.

                          +1
                        • tsm
                          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                          • 14 Years
                          4 months, 20 days ago

                          I’m a bit worried about Bruno, I’m planning a wait and see as new manager comes in. This is going to be a bit of churn, and I think rotation risk is going to be higher as he messes around with formation( 3 at back dilutes midfield points)

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                          1. Captain Mal
                              4 months, 20 days ago

                              That's true, but if there is one player that is guaranteed to start every game, that has to be Bruno (and Onana of course). The role he assumes under Amorim is a different matter. He could even be used in the front three, which would make him a highly appealing target.

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                              1. kellamergh
                                • 6 Years
                                4 months, 20 days ago

                                Cheers guys

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                        • Warby84
                          • 9 Years
                          4 months, 20 days ago

                          Van Dijk over Konate if Trent is Injured, or move to Hall…

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                          1. Captain Mal
                              4 months, 20 days ago

                              1 extra million is too much in my opinion. They get the same points from a clean sheet, their attacking threat is equal and they both play every game. The only advantage of Van Dijk is that Konate is injury prone...

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                              1. Warby84
                                • 9 Years
                                4 months, 20 days ago

                                I’m tempted to hold Trent, and hit out Rico Lewis for Hall

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                                1. Captain Mal
                                    4 months, 20 days ago

                                    That's reasonable, too.

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                                2. Amartey Partey
                                  • 5 Years
                                  4 months, 20 days ago

                                  I think Van Dijk has a higher attacking threat and gets more bonus points.

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                                  1. Captain Mal
                                      4 months, 20 days ago

                                      I don't know about bonus points, but he certainly doesn't have higher attacking threat.

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                                      1. Amartey Partey
                                        • 5 Years
                                        4 months, 20 days ago

                                        History says he does.

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                                        1. Captain Mal
                                            4 months, 20 days ago

                                            Well, watching any Liverpool game (this year, not history) will convince you otherwise. And even data supports the eye test.

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                                            1. Amartey Partey
                                              • 5 Years
                                              4 months, 20 days ago

                                              True.

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                                  2. Tonyawesome69
                                    • 6 Years
                                    4 months, 20 days ago

                                    Konate over VVD - 1m saving and slightly higher xGI data this season. Seems to be over his injury issues from last season

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                                3. Amartey Partey
                                  • 5 Years
                                  4 months, 20 days ago

                                  Who to transfer in?

                                  A. RAN
                                  B. Hall

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                                  1. Captain Mal
                                      4 months, 20 days ago

                                      Who else you got?

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                                      1. Amartey Partey
                                        • 5 Years
                                        4 months, 20 days ago

                                        Flekken (vomit), Fabianski
                                        Trent (selling if injured), Gvardiol, Robinson, Lewis, Keane
                                        Salah, Palmer, Saka, Bruno, Mbeumo
                                        Welbeck, Raul, Vardy

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                                        1. Captain Mal
                                            4 months, 20 days ago

                                            The rest of the team looks solid, so I think you can afford the more expensive option.

                                            +1
                                    • Count of Monte Hristo
                                      • 11 Years
                                      4 months, 20 days ago

                                      Any news on the severity of Trent hamstring injury? Unlikely to make Southampton now?

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                                      1. Captain Mal
                                          4 months, 20 days ago

                                          There seems to be a consensus he won't make it, but no one knows for sure.
                                          It makes sense they won't risk it ahead of Real Madrid and M. City.

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                                        • Amartey Partey
                                          • 5 Years
                                          4 months, 20 days ago

                                          It could be anything. Hoping to see him in training next week, but who knows?

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                                      2. F4L
                                        • 10 Years
                                        4 months, 20 days ago

                                        any chance of an article detailing the points gained/lost so far with the new BPS system? just the cheap strikers are doing so (too) well and Salah only 5 bonus off his 303 season's total

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                                      3. Pegboy
                                        • 14 Years
                                        4 months, 20 days ago

                                        Think I'm pretty well set up apart from defence.

                                        Flekken (Fab)
                                        TAA V.d.Berg Ait-Nouri (Greaves Aina)
                                        Palmer Salah Semenyo Rogers (Buonanotto)
                                        Haaland Jackson Raul

                                        3FT £0.1

                                        a) TAA > Gabriel
                                        b) TAA + Greaves > Gabriel + Robinson (rotates pretty well with Aina) or Colwill
                                        c) TAA + Raul > Gabriel + Cunha
                                        d) TAA + Buono + Haaland > Gabriel + Saka + Isak

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                                        1. Captain Mal
                                            4 months, 20 days ago

                                            I think your defence needs to be sorted out above everything else, so I'd be leaning towards B.

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                                          • F4L
                                            • 10 Years
                                            4 months, 20 days ago

                                            B

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                                          • Pegboy
                                            • 14 Years
                                            4 months, 20 days ago

                                            Thanks both

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                                          • Haa-lala-land
                                            • 4 Years
                                            4 months, 19 days ago

                                            Don't sell Raul before home to Wolves

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                                        2. denial
                                          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                                          • 15 Years
                                          4 months, 20 days ago

                                          Sorry for dull question but is TAA looking like dropping tonight? Tempted to make switch to konate to avoid losing value.

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                                          1. Captain Mal
                                              4 months, 20 days ago

                                              Konate rising looks more likely than Trent dropping. France play again on Sunday, so there is some risk associated with that move.

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                                              1. denial
                                                • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                                                • 15 Years
                                                4 months, 20 days ago

                                                Yeah it's not worth it really. Ta.

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