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Last weekend saw a brace from Clint Dempsey grab the headlines in Fulham’s 2-0 win over Wigan as Mark Hughes’ side recovered from two straight league defeats to climb back into the top half of the table.

With a broken leg keeping Bobby Zamora sidelined for the next few months, Dempsey has been playing as an out-of-position forward for the Cottagers and the American has taken his chance to impress. In the six games Fulham have played since Zamora‘s Karl Henry-enforced injury, Dempsey has scored four goals and, taking Fantasy Premier League (FPL) Bonus Points into the equation, has racked up a total of 41 points during this period, compared with just 6 points in the first four league games of the season. Averaging almost seven points per game up front, then, Dempsey is making a mockery of the fact his price has dropped £0.3m (from £7m to £6.7m) since the season began.

In this latest Members article, we check out Dempsey’s key Opta stats from Gameweek 10 and compare them with his Fulham strike-partner Moussa Dembele. The result is somewhat surprising…

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  1. Low-Life
    • 16 Years
    15 years, 3 months ago

    Sorry I know this has been done to death but I really can't decide between Arteta or Cahill.

    Hmmm. Might have to get both...

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    1. EastLeakeTerrier22
      • 15 Years
      15 years, 3 months ago

      Arteta for me

      Always going to get BPts and is Evertons main man

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  2. Random_Guy
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    15 years, 3 months ago

    Bale or Adam for this round?

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  3. KLOPPTOMANIA
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    15 years, 3 months ago

    Is da Costa injured? Just noticed he's yellow flagged?

    If so looking for defender for up to 4.8 for Jara, already have elmo, coleman, faye, salcido

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  4. BMox81
    • 15 Years
    15 years, 3 months ago

    Anybody else thinking of benching Malouda for this GW?

    No? Just me then.

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    1. TorresMagic™
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      • 16 Years
      15 years, 3 months ago

      Depends on the rest of your team.

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      1. BMox81
        • 15 Years
        15 years, 3 months ago

        Foster
        Alex/Samba/Elmo/Coleman
        Fabregas/Arteta/Adam
        Drogba/Elmander/Carroll

        Subs: Harper/Malouda/Williamson/VDV

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        1. Jas aka The age of Ozil is …
          • 15 Years
          15 years, 3 months ago

          he might actually score. i thought about it as well, but he has had a week off to rest and should be fit as usual

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          1. BMox81
            • 15 Years
            15 years, 3 months ago

            That could apply to any player though.

            He's had a week off to recover from an ankle knock - big difference there.

            But the point of him being fit isn't the issue, it's whether he'll bring in more points than the rest of the squad.

            As he's 1st on my bench, he'll probably score now - but previous away games have convinced me to leave him there and if Coleman or Elmo doesn't play, then he comes in.

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        2. TorresMagic™
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          • 16 Years
          15 years, 3 months ago

          Not bad, good luck. Hope Malouda fails either way. A one pointer would see a few more trades out.

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    2. ManofKent
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      • 15 Years
      15 years, 3 months ago

      Still trying to decide whether to bench Malouda or Odemwingie - both are likely to get part matches.

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  5. Jas aka The age of Ozil is …
    • 15 Years
    15 years, 3 months ago

    Panic mode

    Having second thoughts about Arteta... Anyone taking Steven Pienaar this weekend instead of Cahill or Arteta?

    Also, dembele has to go for darren bent!

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    1. Jas aka The age of Ozil is …
      • 15 Years
      15 years, 3 months ago

      I'm backing Steven Pienaar to come good this weekend...and the next!

      Robinson
      Zhirkov,Upson, Bale (bale oop in yahoo, but captain in my F epl)
      Milijas,Pienaar,Malouda,Nasri,Silva
      Bent,Balotelli

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  6. Gubborr
    • 15 Years
    15 years, 3 months ago

    Malouda, Nani -> Fabs, Arteta, -4p hit ? Already got Nasri and I’d have 3.0M in the bank after bringin Fabs and Arteta in.

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  7. asif316uk
    • 15 Years
    15 years, 3 months ago

    In a dilemma, its either..
    VDV out for arteta/cahill/bale?? Or any other suggestions??

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  8. TorresMagic™
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    • 16 Years
    15 years, 3 months ago

    Just over 4 hours til lockout. Watch the PANIC build-up....

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    1. @Woolly_Bully9
      • 15 Years
      15 years, 3 months ago

      im hearing a lot about this panic guy, i cant find him on the game but im thinking of subbing him in for Nani

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      1. Schnellders24
        • 15 Years
        15 years, 3 months ago

        He plays for Lyon yeh? Oh it's Pjanic.....

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        1. TorresMagic™
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          • 16 Years
          15 years, 3 months ago

          Champions League is a midweek game.

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  9. @Woolly_Bully9
    • 15 Years
    15 years, 3 months ago

    olly muirs off x-factor on friday focus. where is he from? Essex. Who does he support? Man Utd. What a joke!

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    1. _Freddo
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      • 16 Years
      15 years, 3 months ago

      Why is that funny?

      People that live in Manchester support City, United could relocate to London or Surrey and nothing would ever be said.

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      1. Dave Bauer
        • 16 Years
        15 years, 3 months ago

        It's not funny, it's just another example of a sad twat who doesn't support his local team.

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        1. GREENDREAMS11
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          15 years, 3 months ago

          i agree that ppl who dont support their local teams are glory hunters, pisses me right off. especially rangers and celtic fans from edinburgh,

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          1. Dave Bauer
            • 16 Years
            15 years, 3 months ago

            I feel sorry for them to be honest, they'll never really understand or appreciate what it means.

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            1. GREENDREAMS11
              • 16 Years
              15 years, 3 months ago

              all goes toward supporting the local community etc etc. money spent in local businesses before and after games. community projects blah blah

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  10. (TT) Holaa^MU
    • 16 Years
    15 years, 3 months ago

    any news regarding TEVEZ? thinking of giving him the armband..

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    1. @Woolly_Bully9
      • 15 Years
      15 years, 3 months ago

      i think he is in contention to play but not certain. mancini needs him back considering recent results.

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      1. (TT) Holaa^MU
        • 16 Years
        15 years, 3 months ago

        do you think he will play anyway?

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  11. Elfozzie 42
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    • 15 Years
    15 years, 3 months ago

    Considering bringing in Coleman for a 4 pt hit - would probably play at expense of Adam in midfield - fancy our chances for a 2-0 win here, so hoping for a clean and maybe an assist but adam will get 2 pts and also could squeak a goal. I want coleman in for next few games anyway but should i hold out?

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    1. Rasping Drive
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      • 16 Years
      15 years, 3 months ago

      I wouldn't buy Coleman; he has been getting less and less gametime recently. Can't you afford an extra million or so for Distin?

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      1. Elfozzie 42
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        • 15 Years
        15 years, 3 months ago

        Could go for distin/jags but I like the attacking option ( sadly can't afford baines) can't see Coleman being displaced just yet - osman is out for at least 6 weeks,, billy's not a winger and anichebe is just coming back from injury and is more an impact sub so it's not clear who else would play on the right

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        1. Rasping Drive
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          • 16 Years
          15 years, 3 months ago

          Seems logical, Foz, but I still wouldn't spend 4 points on the move.

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      2. _Freddo
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        • 16 Years
        15 years, 3 months ago

        Keep it in perspective, he had one game were he came off for tactical reasons, previous to this he has played close to 90 when he's started.

        It's a myth.

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        1. Elfozzie 42
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          • 15 Years
          15 years, 3 months ago

          So cp, do you think it's worth it?

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        2. Dave Bauer
          • 16 Years
          15 years, 3 months ago

          You've talked me into it CP, good man.

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          1. Dave Bauer
            • 16 Years
            15 years, 3 months ago

            Not for a hit, I might add.

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          2. _Freddo
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            • 16 Years
            15 years, 3 months ago

            I think its worth it, I brought him in myself this week, Everton don't really have anyone who can play there at the moment, he is one good performance away from repenting his place in many teams I think.

            He has the potential to be this years Bale as Everton are tight at the back now.

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          3. _Freddo
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            • 16 Years
            15 years, 3 months ago

            I think its worth it, I brought him in myself this week, Everton don't really have anyone who can play there at the moment, he is one good performance away from cementing his place in many teams I think.

            He has the potential to be this years Bale as Everton are tight at the back now.

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            1. TorresMagic™
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              • 16 Years
              15 years, 3 months ago

              cementing* would have done the job. 🙂

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              1. Elfozzie 42
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                • 15 Years
                15 years, 3 months ago

                Yeah thanks for that I'll go for it I think. I'm a blue myself so am always anxious that I'll be doubly distraught when we lose if I back them in ff - started season with baines and arteta! Come on seams lad, let's have a goal!

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        3. Rasping Drive
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          • 16 Years
          15 years, 3 months ago

          You're right, CP, looking at the stats and Moyes gushing about the lad. Could have saved myself over a million last week 🙁

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  12. Rasping Drive
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    • 16 Years
    15 years, 3 months ago

    Not sure what to do at all. I would want Nani and VdV back in as soon as they are fit so reluctant to get rid. Malouda hasn't returned much recently but he has two nice home games coming up but if he plays today he might miss FUL or SUN. Great Big Hairy Balls.

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    1. TorresMagic™
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      • 16 Years
      15 years, 3 months ago

      Maybe time for a clip or shave?

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      1. Rasping Drive
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        • 16 Years
        15 years, 3 months ago

        Hmm,not really the kind of advice I was looking for TM, but 5 out of 10 for trying

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        1. TorresMagic™
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          • 16 Years
          15 years, 3 months ago

          I think you answered the question yourself. Malouda to go from reading your post.

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          1. The Bandit
            • 15 Years
            15 years, 3 months ago

            Morn RD, why would you get rid of Mal this week when there is every chance he will play? Leave him in, bench Nani and VdV the get rid of Mal when one or both of the others are fit would be my advice.

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            1. Rasping Drive
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              • 16 Years
              15 years, 3 months ago

              Good morning Rover, you got there just before me

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          2. Rasping Drive
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            • 16 Years
            15 years, 3 months ago

            On reflection, I think I will stick, seems a little foolhardy getting rid of someone who is fit and benching two injured players. Two free trades for midweek seems a good idea at the moment.

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            1. TorresMagic™
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              • 16 Years
              15 years, 3 months ago

              Probably the best idea.

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  13. RedNev
    • 15 Years
    15 years, 3 months ago

    Essien > Arteta on a free transfer is this a good move?

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    1. Gubborr
      • 15 Years
      15 years, 3 months ago

      yes

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      1. RedNev
        • 15 Years
        15 years, 3 months ago

        Thanks Essien Out !

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  14. Madridista
    • 15 Years
    15 years, 3 months ago

    My team for this GW:
    Robinson
    Coleman - Vidic (C) - A Cole - Ridgewell - Sagna
    Malbranque - N'Zogbia - Brunt
    Berbatov - Drogba

    Subs: Cech - Elmander - Adam - Nani (Inj.)

    Should I make any changes from this point? Should I go for any 4-point hit transfer?

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    1. RedNev
      • 15 Years
      15 years, 3 months ago

      drop coleman and play adam

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  15. SnoopDogSmokesWeed
    • 15 Years
    15 years, 3 months ago

    my team for this GW looks like this:

    Foster

    Elmo,Jakielka,Alcaraz

    Fabregas(C),Dempsey,A.Young,Adam

    Drogba,Hernandez,Carroll

    Subs:Robinson,Jose Enerique,Nani,Jara

    Should i:

    A)leave my team like this and save a transer (and expect a rubbish week)

    B)Take out Nani bring in Arteta/Cahill/Bale

    C)Take out Nani bring in Arteta/Cahill/Bale + Take out Jara, bring in Cahill/Samba/Alex/Bosingwa…or someone cheaper?

    PLease help 🙂

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    1. RedNev
      • 15 Years
      15 years, 3 months ago

      Take out Nani bring in Arteta

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    2. Gubborr
      • 15 Years
      15 years, 3 months ago

      imo B

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    3. Madridista
      • 15 Years
      15 years, 3 months ago

      Take out Jara and bring in Samba

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    4. Syd.
      • 16 Years
      15 years, 3 months ago

      get bale in

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  16. Jas aka The age of Ozil is …
    • 15 Years
    15 years, 3 months ago

    Joke of the day:

    David Moyes says Coleman is the next Garth Bale

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    1. GREENDREAMS11
      • 16 Years
      15 years, 3 months ago

      they all start somewhere, can you remember how shite ronaldo was when he first started playing for united.

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      1. Jas aka The age of Ozil is …
        • 15 Years
        15 years, 3 months ago

        True, remember the "he's good at tricks, but has no end product" nonsense from the so called footie experts.

        Reminds me of the backtracking they are doing with Nani now.

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    2. TorresMagic™
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      • 16 Years
      15 years, 3 months ago

      Garth Vader?

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  17. GREENDREAMS11
    • 16 Years
    15 years, 3 months ago

    does everyone think fabs will outscore arshavin this week ? seems a silly qquestion i know but i think arshavin is due a goal or two.

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  18. GREENDREAMS11
    • 16 Years
    15 years, 3 months ago

    l not everyone, anyone lol

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  19. TorresMagic™
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    • 16 Years
    15 years, 3 months ago

    What should I do with my team?

    Foster Krul
    Alex Shawx Elmo Figs Konch
    Fabs Nasri Bale Barton NANI
    Drogba Carroll TEVEZ

    1 free trade, 0.1 in bank.

    Thinking either Nani goes or save a trade & watch the injuries happen & trade according for midweek. Not sure which option is best.

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    1. Goose
      • 16 Years
      15 years, 3 months ago

      Save the transfer

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  20. GREENDREAMS11
    • 16 Years
    15 years, 3 months ago

    anyone,,, arshavin v's cesc. (for captaincy) worth a risky punt on the russian ???

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    1. TorresMagic™
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      • 16 Years
      15 years, 3 months ago

      Arshavin may not even start. Try finding the reply button in future. Seeing you have Arshavin down for 2 goals you know what you should do. Wouldn't want a Buggu response later.

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      1. GREENDREAMS11
        • 16 Years
        15 years, 3 months ago

        poor buggu, Cheers, that helps believe it or not.

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        1. TorresMagic™
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          • 16 Years
          15 years, 3 months ago

          Captains poll helps more.

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      2. Bazman returns
        • 16 Years
        15 years, 3 months ago

        Good point with Nasri on form and Walcott now fit there is a very good chance Arsh not playing.

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      3. GREENDREAMS11
        • 16 Years
        15 years, 3 months ago

        re: reply button. didn't realise you are the sites reply button police. sorry sir. p.s. chill out ffs its a saturday morning.

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        1. TorresMagic™
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          • 16 Years
          15 years, 3 months ago

          It's not Saturday morning every time you post though.

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        2. Flog the trog
          • 15 Years
          15 years, 3 months ago

          +1

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  21. Bazman returns
    • 16 Years
    15 years, 3 months ago

    What chances of Bosingwa playing this weekend. Trying to work out if I am better off having to play Konchesky over him.

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    1. TorresMagic™
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      • 16 Years
      15 years, 3 months ago

      Zero

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      1. Bazman returns
        • 16 Years
        15 years, 3 months ago

        Cheers. Konch it is then. I begrudge playing him but needs must. As for your question I like many have kicked out Nani for Arteta. I am planning on bringing him back around GW14 when Man U's fixtures get easier.

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        1. TorresMagic™
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          • 16 Years
          15 years, 3 months ago

          Thanks.

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    2. Random_Guy
      • 15 Years
      15 years, 3 months ago

      No.

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  22. ManofKent
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    • 15 Years
    15 years, 3 months ago

    Out of Odem and Malouda (both unlikely to get a full 90mins) who would you bench?

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    1. The Bandit
      • 15 Years
      15 years, 3 months ago

      Eh? Bench Odem surely??

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  23. Jas aka The age of Ozil is …
    • 15 Years
    15 years, 3 months ago

    This is your last chance to Captain Bale and get Milijas into your lineup- He's raping United later.

    Also, Pienaar might come good today.

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  24. Gunn Burn Mee Hause
    • 16 Years
    15 years, 3 months ago

    Save for your transfer for midweek. Team ain't broke.

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    1. TorresMagic™
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      • 16 Years
      15 years, 3 months ago

      +1.5

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    2. Gunn Burn Mee Hause
      • 16 Years
      15 years, 3 months ago

      @Torres Magic. (still drunk)

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  25. Gunn Burn Mee Hause
    • 16 Years
    15 years, 3 months ago

    Somebody remind me why I can't captain Elmo?

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    1. TorresMagic™
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      • 16 Years
      15 years, 3 months ago

      Defenders as captains rarely work out.

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  26. RedNev
    • 15 Years
    15 years, 3 months ago

    How many points will Malouda get this gameweek?

    0,2,4,6 or 10+ ??

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    1. ManofKent
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      • 15 Years
      15 years, 3 months ago

      my guess is 1 but I might be being pessimistic

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  27. battlecat
    • 15 Years
    15 years, 3 months ago

    Morning,

    Do I bench Malouda or Carroll?

    Foster
    Konchesky Elmo Jones
    Malouda? Adam Fabs Bale Arteta
    Drogba Herbandez Carroll?

    Carson Bosingwa Shawcross Malouda/Carroll

    Help!

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    1. TorresMagic™
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      • 16 Years
      15 years, 3 months ago

      I am playing Shawcross over Konchesky. Not sure that helps.

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      1. RedNev
        • 15 Years
        15 years, 3 months ago

        Yep Shawcross is a good move. Stoke are playing Sunderland there's a good chance of both teams cancelling each other out.

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        1. battlecat
          • 15 Years
          15 years, 3 months ago

          Shawcross has largely been bobbar this season and would be out if there hadn't been more pressing Fabregas related matters on a few occasions. That's another thing to ponder now.

          Hmmmmm.

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  28. Redhead Kingpin
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    15 years, 3 months ago

    Robinson(carson)
    Carr Richards Jags(shawscross, foley)
    Fabregas malouda nani vdv (ferguson)
    Tevez Carroll berba

    I have 3 players that are injured, nani, vdv, tevez and malouda might not start.
    Only 0.2 in the bank
    thinking of taking a 8 points hit for vdv >arteta and berba for Hernandez/bent.
    Any advice would do

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    1. strongbad
      • 16 Years
      15 years, 3 months ago

      Similar position to you (below). Berbatov prob worth keeping for these 3 gws. You be gutted if you downgrade to Hernandez and then Berbs gets the points.

      Perhaps just do Shawcross to someone - Coleman?

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      1. Redhead Kingpin
        • 15 Years
        15 years, 3 months ago

        I have got jagieka

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  29. strongbad
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    15 years, 3 months ago

    Im really stuck. Got to leave in about 20 mins and before that need to make transfer(s). Either just change a defender, ideally Foley although Bosingwa is an option or could also get rid of Nani/VDV and bring in Arteta and then get a better defender.

    Any help appreciated. Team in link: http://fantasy.premierleague.com/M/entryhist.mc?id=9461

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    1. Horizontal
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      • 15 Years
      15 years, 3 months ago

      Don't transfer anyone out who will play.

      Bosingwa is out this gameweek according to the Chelsea website, FYI, but may be on the bench.

      I think Nani will drop and Arteta will rise over the next 9 days but that's a risk you have to take. There are no certainties in this game.

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    2. Gubborr
      • 15 Years
      15 years, 3 months ago

      Nani-> Arteta if you're not looking for differentials.

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  30. Dave Bauer
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    15 years, 3 months ago

    Who do I bench, chaps? Alcaraz or Shawcross?

    I have Elmo (v Shawcross) and N'Zog in my team if that affects anyone's thinking.

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