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The Scoreboard – Gameweek 4 – Sunday

30 August 2015 4281 comments
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The Scoreboard presents the Fantasy Premier League information you need from the day’s matches all on one screen, including the current top five BPS (Bonus Point System) standings from each match (potential Bonus Point earners are in bold). Actual Bonus Points will be shown when added – all points are provisional until then.

Gameweek 4

30 Aug 16:00 Swansea2-1 Man Utd
Goals ScoredGomis, AyewMata
AssistsSigurdsson, AyewShaw
Yellow CardsRoutledge, ShelveyDepay, Schneiderlin
SavesFabianski (3)Romero (2)
Bonus PointsAyew (3), GomisShaw (2)
Top 5 BPSAyew (40), Gomis (32), Williams (20)Shaw (34), Mata (27)
30 Aug 13:30 Southampton3-0 Norwich
Goals ScoredTadic (2), Pellè
AssistsMané (2), Pellè
Red CardsWhittaker
SavesStekelenburgRuddy (5)
Bonus PointsTadic (3), Mané (2), Cédric
Top 5 BPSTadic (53), Mané (46), Cédric (37), Targett (34), Pellè (32)
29 Aug 17:30 Spurs0-0 Everton
Yellow CardsDier, Bentaleb, Chadli, AlliBarry
SavesLloris (3)Howard (6)
Bonus PointsVertonghenHoward (3), Jagielka (2)
Top 5 BPSVertonghen (29), Rose (28), Lloris (27)Howard (33), Jagielka (32)
29 Aug 15:00 Aston Villa2-2 Sunderland
Goals ScoredSinclair (2)Lens, M'Vila
AssistsAmaviGraham, Toivonen
Yellow CardsClark, CarlesGilPantilimon
SavesGuzanPantilimon (4)
Bonus PointsSinclair (2), AmaviM'Vila (3)
Top 5 BPSSinclair (41), Amavi (38), Sánchez (26)M'Vila (48), Lens (29)
29 Aug 15:00 Bournemouth1-1 Leicester
Goals ScoredWilsonVardy
AssistsGradel
Yellow CardsGradel, O'KanedeLaet, Schlupp, King, Huth
SavesBorucSchmeichel
Bonus PointsWilsonKanté (3), Vardy (2)
Top 5 BPSCook (16), Wilson (20), Elphick (18)Kanté (30), Vardy (29), Morgan (16)
29 Aug 15:00 Chelsea1-2 Crystal Palace
Goals ScoredFalcaoWard, Sako
AssistsPedroSako
Yellow CardsCahillCabaye
SavesCourtois (4)McCarthy (7)
Bonus PointsPedro (2), FalcaoSako (3)
Top 5 BPSPedro (28), Falcao (27)Sako (36), McCarthy (24), Ward (23)
29 Aug 15:00 Liverpool0-3 West Ham
Goals ScoredNoble, Sakho, Lanzini
AssistsCresswell
Yellow CardsLucas, Clyne, IngsLanzini
Red CardsCoutinhoNoble
SavesMignolet (2)Randolph
Bonus PointsCresswell (3), Lanzini (2), Ogbonna
Top 5 BPSCresswell (37), Lanzini (35), Ogbonna (26), Sakho (25), Reid (24), Tomkins (24)
29 Aug 15:00 Man City2-0 Watford
Goals ScoredFernandinho, Sterling
AssistsSilva, Sagna
Yellow CardsKompanyPrödl, Nyom
SavesGomes (3)
Bonus PointsSagna (3), Fernandinho (2), Sterling
Top 5 BPSSagna (43), Fernandinho (40), Sterling (34), Kompany (28), Mangala (28), Kolarov (27)
29 Aug 15:00 Stoke0-1 West Brom
Goals ScoredRondón
AssistsLambert
Yellow CardsPietersMcAuley, Gardner, Gamboa, Lambert
Red CardsAdam, Afellay
SavesButland (4)Myhill (4)
Bonus PointsOlsson (3), Lescott (2), Myhill, Rondón
Top 5 BPSWhelan (25)Olsson (32), Lescott (31), Myhill (28), Rondón (28), Dawson (26)
29 Aug 12:45 Newcastle0-1 Arsenal
Own GoalsColoccini
AssistsChamberlain
Yellow CardsColoccini, Anita, Sissoko, Mbemba, Wijnaldum, ThauvinCazorla
Red CardsMitrovic
SavesKrul (9)
Bonus PointsGabriel (3), Monreal (2), Koscielny
Top 5 BPSKrul (27)Gabriel (35), Monreal (33), Koscielny (28), Bellerín (26)

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

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

    I'm look to transfer out ManU GK Romero. Who would be a good, steady replacement? (not Hart, too expensive)

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    1. Davido989
      • 15 Years
      10 years, 5 months ago

      Fabianski. Wish I had him.

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

        I have him and McCarthy.

        Not been impressed with Flappy so far really. Expected more points, CS and saves by this point.

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

      i reckon cech or mignolet

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  2. djenzio
    • 11 Years
    10 years, 5 months ago

    Kane owners, with Sunderland up next what are you doing??

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    1. andy85wsm
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • Has Moderation Rights
      • 15 Years
      10 years, 5 months ago

      Gotta keep! Hope he gets limited game time over the break. Comes back fresh. New signings to help.

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  3. Venom Snake
    • 12 Years
    10 years, 5 months ago

    Bottomed.

    Memphis out for
    A. Pedro
    B. Ayew

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    1. Davido989
      • 15 Years
      10 years, 5 months ago

      Pedro

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  4. andy85wsm
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • Has Moderation Rights
    • 15 Years
    10 years, 5 months ago

    I Tweeted this just this morning (over 4 Tweets of course)

    Is there anyone enjoying their location and football more than Gareth Bale right now? Whenever I see his pictures or interviews he comes across as absolutely loving playing for Madrid and in Spain.

    Can't really blame him. Playing for one of the biggest clubs in the world. Filthy rich. Young and living in a hot climate. Anyone who thinks he's moving club, let alone to Man Utd is a bit deluded.

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    1. Venom Snake
      • 12 Years
      10 years, 5 months ago

      Money talks

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      1. andy85wsm
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • Has Moderation Rights
        • 15 Years
        10 years, 5 months ago

        I'm sure he's getting a very good wage at Real Madrid. Is he not who Madrid will be building the team around soon too?

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    2. It’s gonna Ben Mee
      • 12 Years
      10 years, 5 months ago

      https://vine.co/v/OaH5WiBqT5U

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    3. Tallahassee
      • 13 Years
      10 years, 5 months ago

      Actually he doesn't seem to be that happy. Fans don't love him and the team feels he's too much of an introvert, he doesn't tally enough or something.

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      1. The Train Driver
        • 10 Years
        10 years, 5 months ago

        This! And the relationship with Ronaldo doesn't look that good... Agree to disagree with you Andy.

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        1. andy85wsm
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • Has Moderation Rights
          • 15 Years
          10 years, 5 months ago

          Ronaldo will be gone soon enough 🙂

          Step up Bale.

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          1. The Train Driver
            • 10 Years
            10 years, 5 months ago

            I give Ronaldo 3 more years in Madrid (including this season) That's not soon...

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      2. andy85wsm
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • Has Moderation Rights
        • 15 Years
        10 years, 5 months ago

        The fans bit might be right, although are they not coming round to him?

        He's just done his first interview in Spanish - comes across very happy to me.

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    4. Woy of the Wovers
      • 15 Years
      10 years, 5 months ago

      He's rich and treated like royalty. No surprise that he's happy.

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    5. J ⚒ Gimme ur Mané
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 5 months ago

      Agreed. He comes across as a top bloke aswell, hat off to him, great player.

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    6. johnbarnes
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 5 months ago

      I agree with you to a certain extent, but the market is not motivated by how much the player likes a town or whatnot. These guys hand their economic life (transfers, wages etc) and sometimes more to their agents, who inflate the market and promote transfers all over the place. If his agent tells him he's off to Manchester, he'll be off with a smile on his face.

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  5. Royal5
    • 14 Years
    10 years, 5 months ago

    Seriously, which striker will United go for? Not that many top class available..

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    1. Davido989
      • 15 Years
      10 years, 5 months ago

      Aubameyang would be amazing for them. Probably unrealistic.

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      1. Royal5
        • 14 Years
        10 years, 5 months ago

        Mhm.. Just signed a new contract with Dortmund though

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        1. Davido989
          • 15 Years
          10 years, 5 months ago

          Would have to be huge bucks. He loves BVB

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        2. Royal5
          • 14 Years
          10 years, 5 months ago

          Lacazette?

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          1. Royal5
            • 14 Years
            10 years, 5 months ago

            Higuain? Still only 27

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            1. Davido989
              • 15 Years
              10 years, 5 months ago

              Good shout

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            2. Camp No No
              • 12 Years
              10 years, 5 months ago

              That's a possibility.

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          2. Camp No No
            • 12 Years
            10 years, 5 months ago

            Just signed a new contract with Lyon though.

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        3. Somalion
          • 16 Years
          10 years, 5 months ago

          Won't happen I reckon. Not Lacazette either.

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    2. Mulder
      • 15 Years
      10 years, 5 months ago

      Austin

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    3. Greenbackbøøg…
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 5 months ago

      Austin

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

      they're signing austin, griezmann and some 19 year old apparently

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

        also cavani and ibrahimovic. looks like they will have 6 strikers by tomorrow

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        1. How Mina You
          • 11 Years
          10 years, 5 months ago

          And a cheeky Neymar too 😛

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        2. Somalion
          • 16 Years
          10 years, 5 months ago

          Nothing like Liverpool's Reus, Sanchez, Lacazette, Illaramendi, Aubameyang and Higuain signings. They'll do great under Klopp.

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    5. The Curse of Falcao
      • 10 Years
      10 years, 5 months ago

      Austin is a bargain at £15m

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      1. Royal5
        • 14 Years
        10 years, 5 months ago

        I like Austin, but surely not a CL striker?

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

          Why not?

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          1. Royal5
            • 14 Years
            10 years, 5 months ago

            Beacuse he´s playing in the Championship?

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

              So was Andy Cole before he signed for Newcastle and then on to Utd.

              Austin is a natural born goalscorer. What he has can't be coached, you either have it or you don't.

              I doubt Utd would buy him but its hard to say how he'd fare in the Champions League but unless he gets he chance we'll never know for sure.

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              1. Camp No No
                • 12 Years
                10 years, 5 months ago

                Goalscoring can be an is coached.

                Austin's conversion rates are, against the common belief, rather mediocre.

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                1. Camp No No
                  • 12 Years
                  10 years, 5 months ago

                  *and

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              2. The Curse of Falcao
                • 10 Years
                10 years, 5 months ago

                I agree the guy can finish and I think Austin would become a fan favourite at United, but i don't think we are in for him unfortunately.

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        2. The Curse of Falcao
          • 10 Years
          10 years, 5 months ago

          Play Rooney for the CL 😉

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  6. Swan - Villa Proud
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 10 Years
    10 years, 5 months ago

    Lost on last page.

    Ozil->Ayew or Pelle->Gomis. Or both for a hit? I have Mane

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    1. J ⚒ Gimme ur Mané
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 5 months ago

      Depends who your 5th midfielder is because if oZil doesn't play next week then you will be forced to use your 5th mid.

      So if your 5th mid is useless then I would do OZil to ayew.

      If your 5th mid is decent, then I would do pelle to Gomis.

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    2. takzebymniezapomnial
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 5 months ago

      ozil out

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  7. Nice to Finally Michu
    • 12 Years
    10 years, 5 months ago

    Only one transfer in my fpl history that I've regretted more than:
    Sakho, Pelle, Wijnaldum > Mahrez, Pelle, Wilson -4 this week

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    1. Greenbackbøøg…
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 5 months ago

      Eh?

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    2. Nice to Finally Michu
      • 12 Years
      10 years, 5 months ago

      > Benteke *

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    3. AWOL-Ekotto
      • 14 Years
      10 years, 5 months ago

      You did Pelle to Pelle? a bit sideways ain't it

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

    Wilson tonight get him before his Rise??

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    1. Woy of the Wovers
      • 15 Years
      10 years, 5 months ago

      Only 12 days till the next deadline.

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  9. How Mina You
    • 11 Years
    10 years, 5 months ago

    If Wenger were to hi-jack Sp*rs' move for Wanyama, it would only increase his legendary status. 😉

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    1. Davido989
      • 15 Years
      10 years, 5 months ago

      I love Wenger but his stubbornness is too much sometimes 🙁

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      1. How Mina You
        • 11 Years
        10 years, 5 months ago

        Welcome to the world of an Arsenal fan!

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        1. Davido989
          • 15 Years
          10 years, 5 months ago

          So close yet so far. Hopefully clicks before he calls it a day

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  10. OnYourMarion
    • 11 Years
    10 years, 5 months ago

    Thinking of doing Diouf to Vardy and using AOA with LEI at home to AVL:
    Payet, A.Ayew, Alexis, Mahrez, YYT
    Aguero, Gomis, Vardy(c)

    1.3m ITB after FT

    Worth a go?

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    • 12 Years
    10 years, 5 months ago

    Interesting quirk of the English having a bank holiday... It means all the transfer windows close at different times, because obviously the nation stops tomorrow.

    Window closing times:
    England - 18:00 on 1 September
    Scotland - 23:59 on 1 September

    Germany - 18:00 on 31 August
    Italy - 23:00 on 31 August
    France - 23:59 on 31 August
    Spain - 23:59 on 31 August

    So de Gea to Madrid must be done tomorrow. Equally, if Madrid are selling Benzema/Bale to England, you'd expect to see them buying a replacement tomorrow.

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  12. ViperStripes
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 16 Years
    10 years, 5 months ago

    A: Payet > Ayew (already have Gomis)
    or
    B: Diouf > Wilson
    or
    C: Save FT?

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    1. Rossamous
      • 13 Years
      10 years, 5 months ago

      C

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  13. Dacra
    • 11 Years
    10 years, 5 months ago

    Payet to Mane FT?

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    1. It’s gonna Ben Mee
      • 12 Years
      10 years, 5 months ago

      You'll regret it when Payet goes crazy next GW (NEW).

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    2. Woy of the Wovers
      • 15 Years
      10 years, 5 months ago

      It's not flavour of the moment and a good move. But I'd let Payet have this next game.

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    3. Dacra
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 5 months ago

      Yeah probably worth at least 1 week with Payet. Worried Mane may quickly up in price though..

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  14. 1zverGGademN
    • 11 Years
    10 years, 5 months ago

    Re=post..
    No really need for transfers or WC, right?

    Myhill
    Bellerin Huth Azpilicueta
    Mane Payet Sanchez(c) Chadli
    Kun Benteke Wilson

    0.5 itb 1ft

    Bench: McCarthy Clyne Yoshida Wanyama

    If I have to switch I'm gonna swap Chadli>Sako/Ayew but stick with him for now..

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    1. It’s gonna Ben Mee
      • 12 Years
      10 years, 5 months ago

      After next GW Spurs fixtures are quite brutal. So might be a good idea to ship him after that.

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

        Cheers, dude! I'm gonna ship him out but there is no really need to rush atm. No worries about price changes, just looking for inform players

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  15. Dutchboy
    • 10 Years
    10 years, 5 months ago

    Gomis or Wilson?

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

      gomis

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    2. BlzE_94
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 5 months ago

      both, but gomis since you're only picking one.

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  16. Tomas Brolin ate all Depays
    • 13 Years
    10 years, 5 months ago

    A) Sterling gomis
    B) Silva Defoe and .5 itb

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  17. RubeRx
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 11 Years
    10 years, 5 months ago

    Flashbacks of last season's GW8 when Tadic went for 23

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  18. BraceDball
    • 10 Years
    10 years, 5 months ago

    Is DeBruyne fantasy-worthy?

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

      yeah but he aint cheap..will probably come in at 10 or 10.5

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    2. BlzE_94
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 5 months ago

      not when there's silva

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  19. Gnu
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 16 Years
    10 years, 5 months ago

    It's not unreasonable to say that Man U can win the league with the squad they have right now but they won't with LvG in charge, somebody else could with that squad.
    Give LvG Bale and I'm not convinced they'd be any closer to winning, bale effect negated by the LvG effect ( phillofoshee)

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    1. Davido989
      • 15 Years
      10 years, 5 months ago

      I think their midfield can compete with anyone's. Their defence and attack isn't 'Man United quality' if you like. Only Mourinho

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      1. Davido989
        • 15 Years
        10 years, 5 months ago

        Only Mourinho would win the league with them IMO

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

          It's actually a good squad, don't judge it on what LvG puts out on the park.

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    2. SweeSwee
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 5 months ago

      He'd probably play him at LB and make Shaw a striker

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    3. Boo Ya Ka Sha
      • 10 Years
      10 years, 5 months ago

      LVG is a great coach. Give him time. This is nonsense.

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

        I beg to differ.
        He was promising 25 years ago, but I haven't rated at any time since.

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        1. Tallahassee
          • 13 Years
          10 years, 5 months ago

          Not at barca, bayern or Dutch squad last year..?

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

            I wouldn't say so. I thought the Dutch performances were poor.
            Compare Barca non LvG. Bayern 1 league & cup in 2 years - not great for Bayern.
            His reputation vastly outways his achievements.

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

              poor? they dismantled spain sticking 5 past them and reached the semis with a squad many wouldnt of fancied to get out of their group..

              compare barca non lvg what does that even mean?

              winning the dutch title with AZ a very unfancied team in holland no mean feat either..

              his reputation goes hand in hand with his achievements im afraid

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

                Ok but I disagree.

                I thought the Dutch were drudgery, yeah you have a point with the Spain game.

                His record was far from convincing at Barcelona both times & with the Dutch team both times.

                But hayho, just my opinion, reckon he's a bit of an imposter, a good manager but not a great one by any stretch of the imagination.
                Not worth falling out about. 🙂

                n.b. Plus I've had a lot of wine & got Tadic off my bench so... pfffttt. 🙂

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

                  he won 2 consecutive league titles at barca first time around..

                  not to mention the ajax team he put together one of the greatest club sides of recent times that reached 2 consecutive champions league finals

                  everyone intitled to an opinion mate but i feel yours is one which is just jump on the guys back and everything united after a loss

                  what alot of people forget is he took that job having never managed in england before taking over a team that had just finished 7th.. a squad overloaded with dead wood and had lost its captain and vice captain.. there was plenty of money to rebuild clear the deadwood and get the team back in the champions league.. he did that.. his record against the top 4 last season worth a look at too..

                  iv got reservations over some decisions as im sure alot of people do with lots of other managers and the style of play isnt to my taste at all times but he knows what he's doing he's no mug.. hes improved that squad drastically but still work to be done he's only been there just over a year remember

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

                    I bend no favour towards any English/Welsh club. My initial post made reference to '25 years ago' which I was alluding to the great Ajax team but what I've said since I think is fair but only my opinion.
                    My memories of him over the cheers are of a malcontentent who blames everyone but himself.
                    His phillofoshee is bull, it is used as a defence in an arrogant 'you wouldn't understand' way. His phillofoshee has changed many times imo.

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

                      if you had just said you dont like the bloke because his arrogant attitude that would have saved alot of time.. i respect that opinion he sure is..

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

                        I'll get my coat......

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                2. Somalion
                  • 16 Years
                  10 years, 5 months ago

                  Did he not won two consecutive la Liga titles with Barcelona in 3 years?

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

                    4 seasons.
                    No European trophy.
                    Left first time with muchos unrest after losing league to Deportivo.
                    2nd time left in Jan fighting relegation.
                    This is Barcelona, not AZ , a club that wona eoro comp either side of his tenure.

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                    1. Somalion
                      • 16 Years
                      10 years, 5 months ago

                      That's fair, I just don't think he's a hack. He has won a lot of domestic titles with teams, and surely that's why United wanted him? I mean, their league performance is what needed fixing first.

                      I'm not a big fan of his btw, just a bit on middle ground I suppose.

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

                        Don't hate the guy, just think there is a lot of misinformed perceptions out there about him.

                        Let's talk Tinkerman! 😉

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                      2. Somalion
                        • 16 Years
                        10 years, 5 months ago

                        I guess my view has always been they bring him in for a couple/three seasons to restructure and rebuild, then go after a different manager.

                        Ah yes, now there is someone I can never get my head around 😉 off to a flier so far!

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                      3. Gnu
                        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                        • 16 Years
                        10 years, 5 months ago

                        They bottled it with Moyesie.... and he was the name the computer churned out......end of.

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              2. Camp No No
                • 12 Years
                10 years, 5 months ago

                Everybody beat Spain in World Cup, and Netherlands got a really easy way to semis.

                Gnu is very much right about LVG's achievements, or lack thereof, at Barça and Bayern.

                He had a great start at Ajax, for sure, although it is not to be doubted that the team was incredibly talented and mostly home grown and thus had a style of play internalised that did not come from LVG. And he did well with AZ, that much is right, but then again in the Eredivisie a medium weight club wins the league every once a while.

                All in all, his achievements after the initial Ajax tenure are far from what his reputation suggests, and personally I lost all faith in his skills when I read his "philosofee" presentation for Barcelona. My goodness, what an utter load of rubbish that was!

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

                  Cheers. 🙂

                  fiver is in the post.

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                2. Somalion
                  • 16 Years
                  10 years, 5 months ago

                  Thought a big component of his popularity was him coming in and restructuring clubs? Then they replace him after a couple of years. That was my initial take on it.

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                  1. Camp No No
                    • 12 Years
                    10 years, 5 months ago

                    Did he actually re-structure Barcelona and Bayern in a way that they actually built on his work? I think the most he did at both these teams was that he annoyed the hell out of the players who then were happy when he was replaced by another coach who, you know, liked football.

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                    1. Somalion
                      • 16 Years
                      10 years, 5 months ago

                      Mmm. I'm not sure. He promoted a lot of youth players I thought, and yes he fell out with a number of players, but many defend him and praise him. Not as clear cut as everyone hating him and playing better once he left I think.

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                3. KingNidge
                  • 10 Years
                  10 years, 5 months ago

                  not everybody beat spain 5-1.. that was a masterclass of a performance they never recovered from

                  2 titles in 4 seasons at barca.. there was another team in that league real madrid that were quite useful around that time not to mention valencia... spanish cup and super cup aswell.. if that is seen as a lack of achievements then im not sure what your own expectations would be ...

                  so because the dutch had a style of play internalised then van gaal deserves no credit for putting the team together and reaching 2 consecutive champions league finals with a team of which the average age was about 23.. ok

                  outside of the big 3 in holland PSV Ajax Feyenoord there have 2 other winners since 1963.. one of those was AZ and LVG.. so every once in a while doesnt really account for 50 years...

                  i get that you dont like the guy many dont and thats fair enough just say that dont knock the guys achievements.. they cant be knocked

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        2. Boo Ya Ka Sha
          • 10 Years
          10 years, 5 months ago

          I do notice that his type of central striker is one that doesn't come back to gain possession or influence the game by helping his mids. LVG wants his striker to only touch the ball in the box and that touch is typically a shot on target. Rooney isn't that type of player right now. So its going to make United/LVG look bad but to say LVG is the sole reason for their poor attack is a bit naive. Rooney needs more freedom and another attacker near him that isn't selfish like Mata can be at times. I do not believe any manager could come in and drastically improve this team. I really like what LVG has done, especially in comparison to when Moyes was the manager. Personally, I think United need a player like Muller that is more dominant and physical unlike Mata.

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

            I never mentioned poor attack/ Rooney/ or anything he's doing at the moment specifically.
            His lack of flexibility is perhaps his biggest flaw along with his stubborn arrogance.
            i.e. Uniteds best form last year resulted from injuries forcing him to play players he had clearly disregarded - Mata, Fellaini, Young, Herrera and possibly more.

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    4. Qubit
      • 16 Years
      10 years, 5 months ago

      I don't think that's a league winning squad. Lacks a 20+ goal striker for starters. And yes I know Rooney has been in the past, but that isn't now, and frankly it was Fergie who ruined him by utilising him elsewhere (just my opinion). He could maybe come back, but i think its unlikely sadly. (would be happy to be wrong mind).

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    5. Somalion
      • 16 Years
      10 years, 5 months ago

      Not convinced it's a league winning squad at the moment tbh Gnu. Mata needs to be CAM but they need to sign a RW. Depay at LW isn't a title winner for me yet either. Need a striker as well as Rooney.

      CM is good, strong and wouldn't change it. Need another CB. Full backs grand, GK fine if De Gea stays.

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      1. Camp No No
        • 12 Years
        10 years, 5 months ago

        Depay can be a title winning no. 1 forward already.

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        1. Somalion
          • 16 Years
          10 years, 5 months ago

          I'm not convinced on the league aspect yet in regards the prem. Needs a season to fully adapt, then his best should shine.

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  20. Jazz!
    • 11 Years
    10 years, 5 months ago

    Play One?

    A) Darmian (LIV)
    B) Jenkinson (NEW)

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    1. Boo Ya Ka Sha
      • 10 Years
      10 years, 5 months ago

      a

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  21. Boo Ya Ka Sha
    • 10 Years
    10 years, 5 months ago

    had two FT's and used them yesterday.. Should I take a hit for getting one more player out/in. heres my team now

    Myhill McCarthy
    Darmian Sagna Naughton Morgan Prodl
    Sanchez Silva Pedro Payet Mahrez
    Aguero Wilson (Grabban)

    did Diouf and Depay > Wilson and Pedro

    I'm concerned about Morgan's price dropping and not having Gomis/Ayew

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  22. Part-time Scout
    • 10 Years
    10 years, 5 months ago

    Butland; Ruddy
    Azpi; Francis; Cedric; Huth; Oxford
    Ozil; Mane; Hazard; Shelvey; Fletcher
    Benteke; Aguero; Sakho

    0.7 ITB; 1FT

    Would you Wildcard this team?

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  23. SweeSwee
    • 11 Years
    10 years, 5 months ago

    A) Depay > Sako
    B) Depay > Pedro

    B) would involve downgrading one of Silva/Sanchez/Ayew

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    1. BlzE_94
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 5 months ago

      B, downgrade Ayew which won't matter if you have Gomis.

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

        Why won't it matter?

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        1. BlzE_94
          • 11 Years
          10 years, 5 months ago

          For a start i assume you have Gomis because he's a must have, and wouldn't double up on swansea attack. Pedro plays for a better team in an advanced position compared to hazard, and will get more points long term than ayew.

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  24. FAITHNOMORENO
    • 14 Years
    10 years, 5 months ago

    is there any reason not to do hendo -> ayew tonight?

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    1. How Mina You
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 5 months ago

      Could wait, but a price rise might force you to I guess. Go for it.

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

        already lost 0.2 on hendo.
        don't think its going to be any better with him at this point.
        though would like to have lfc cover for games after mun match.good fixtures.

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    2. Jazz!
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 5 months ago

      do it.

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    3. Jay10
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 5 months ago

      No-brainer.

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

        Did it.thanks buddy

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  25. Dušan Citizen
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 12 Years
    10 years, 5 months ago

    Is getting rid of Ozil before Stoke match madness? Would take some cheaper player.

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    1. Boo Ya Ka Sha
      • 10 Years
      10 years, 5 months ago

      ayew will rise.. so maybe him

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    2. Railwayman
      • 13 Years
      10 years, 5 months ago

      I'm thinking the same, but will decide later.

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  26. Pochecinno
    • 10 Years
    10 years, 5 months ago

    Does anyone here not pick a player from the team they support out of principle? I think it would really effect the way you watch games. I watched the spurs game in peace yesterday without having to think of FPL. I really enjoyed it despite being a goalless draw

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    1. the axolotl
      • 14 Years
      10 years, 5 months ago

      easy as a villa fan 🙂

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

        Even easier with leeds!

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

          Ditto QPR.

          Though I had Charlie last season.

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  27. It’s gonna Ben Mee
    • 12 Years
    10 years, 5 months ago

    If you could decide one transfer this window what would it be? Mine would be Zlatan to Arsenal. I would love to see him in PL.

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    1. andy85wsm
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • Has Moderation Rights
      • 15 Years
      10 years, 5 months ago

      Messi to Manchester United.

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      1. Jazz!
        • 11 Years
        10 years, 5 months ago

        This haha

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        • 12 Years
        10 years, 5 months ago

        Not Ronaldo?

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        1. andy85wsm
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • Has Moderation Rights
          • 15 Years
          10 years, 5 months ago

          Nope. Messi the best we've ever seen and younger too.

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    2. Van Klinkert Delarosa
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 5 months ago

      Lovren away from Liverpool.

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    3. Davido989
      • 15 Years
      10 years, 5 months ago

      Cavani to Stoke

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  28. Everyday im Schneiderlin
    • 11 Years
    10 years, 5 months ago

    Big rumours charlie austin on way to man u 15 million

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  29. BraceDball
    • 10 Years
    10 years, 5 months ago

    Will DeBruyne eat away fantasy point from either Yaya or Silva? Which of the latter two will bring in more points?

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  30. Dacra
    • 11 Years
    10 years, 5 months ago

    1 FT at 0.4 itb, what to do?

    Butland / McCarthy
    Kolorov - Richards - Williams - Shaw - Gomez
    Payet - Sanchez - Mahrez - Pedro - Westwood
    Aguero - Lukaku - Gomis

    Ta

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    1. Original Sin
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 5 months ago

      looks strong. i wud get ayew instead of payet

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

        Payet gets another week against Newcastle I think.

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    2. BlzE_94
      • 11 Years
      10 years, 5 months ago

      Lukaku to Wilson, then Payet to Silva

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