Scout Notes

Chelsea’s Europa League exploits hand advantage to Vardy and Leicester

Wins for Chelsea and Arsenal on Thursday ensured that four Premier League clubs will have major European finals at the back of their minds in Gameweek 38.

We have examined the two matches to see if their exertions in the semi-finals of the Europa League and further commitments could potentially hand advantages to Leicester and Burnley respectively.

Also, the post-match press conferences for both clubs acted as the media commitments for those Gameweek 38 matches, so we have also included any pertinent information from those.

Chelsea 1-1 Eintracht Frankfurt (2-2 on aggregate, Chelsea win on penalties)

Goals: Ruben Loftus-Cheek (£5.2m)

Assists: Eden Hazard (£11.0m)

Owners of Jamie Vardy (£9.0m) will be pleased both by the fact that Chelsea were forced all the way to extra-time and penalties on Thursday night, as well as Maurizio Sarri’s comments after the game. After the physical exertion of 120 minutes and the emotion of the occasion, it is clear the Blues will not be as ready for Sunday as Brendan Rodgers’ fresh and rested Leicester side. Sarri himself admitted that his side was very tired will not have been able to recover 100% by the start of Gameweek 38. He also hinted that there could be rests for some key players, which would further play into the Foxes’ hands.

“We were not able to score the second goal in the first half and were in trouble in the first part of the second half. We did better after that and, in extra-time, we were really very tired. Also, the opponents were very tired. I think it was a wonderful match.” – Maurizio Sarri

“It’s not easy for an English team to arrive in the last month in a very good condition, physically, because here we play more than in the other countries. We played the match No61 today. In Italy you can play 50/52 matches, but it’s a big difference. 10 matches of difference is a big difference. Two and a half months without training, so a big difference.” – Maurizio Sarri

“For sure, it will be very difficult for Sunday, I think. But we need to consider that our best match, in my opinion, was here in Stamford Bridge against Tottenham, three days after 120 minutes in the cup final against Manchester City. Of course, now it’s more difficult, I think. We played 61 matches, so it’s very difficult. We need to rest, of course. It will be a very difficult match, physically but also mentally. Especially mentally. Physically we can recover. No 100%, but we can recover.” – Maurizio Sarri

It was fitting that Eden Hazard (£11.0m) scored the winning penalty for Chelsea with what could prove to be his final touch for the club at Stamford Bridge. Once again, he was involved in attacking returns in open play providing the assist for Ruben Loftus-Cheek‘s (£5.2m) first-half goal. However, we should remember, as we highlighted recently, that Belgian is without a goal on his travels in the Premier League. Let’s not also forget that he could be one of the players Sarri manages the minutes of considering the top-four is already secured for Chelsea and there is the Europa League final to look forward to.

Despite Loftus-Cheek’s impressive displays of late, following two goals and two assists in his last four domestic home matches with another Stamford Bridge strike on Thursday, he may not play a part in Gameweek 38. He was removed from the field in the closing stages of normal time with a muscle injury and unfortunately, Sarri did not provide much of an update after the game.

There was also a further boost for those looking at Vardy for Gameweek 38 as Andreas Christensen (£5.0m) was forced off in the 74th minute. With Antonio Rüdiger (£5.9m) ruled out for the rest of the season, Sarri will have limited options at centre-back and may have to make changes when he takes his Chelsea side to Leicester. Gary Cahill (£5.0m) could come in for one last start, although the solution Sarri used on Thursday night was the bring Davide Zappacosta (£5.0m) at right-back and slide Cesar Azpilicueta (£6.4m) into the centre-back role.

“We lost [Andreas] Christensen, we lost [Ruben] Loftus-Cheek. We started the match with three injuries, two injuries during the match. Not a serious problem [with Loftus-Cheek], he had the usual cramp after 75 minutes.” – Maurizio Sarri

It is worth saying though that Chelsea still defended admirably even after being forced into changes. Sarri admitted that he wanted to play a tighter game in the closing stages as he was confident his team would not get the next goal and did not want to leave Chelsea exposed to a good counter-attacking team by trying to push for it. With his team tired from Thursday night, the Italian could set up in a similar fashion given Leicester’s strengths on the counter. That period featured some impressive goal-line clearances from substitute Zappacosta and David Luiz (£5.8m).

“It was clear we were not able to score the second goal in the first half, the match was difficult. Also because, if you are not very, very compact on the pitch, they are dangerous. In an open match, they become really very dangerous. Or you are able to take control of the match for 90 minutes, to stay high and play in the opposing half, otherwise they are very, very dangerous.” – Maurizio Sarri

Perhaps the only other concern for Vardy owners, even if he does have a formidable record at home of late, will be penalties. The Englishman has missed only one spot-kick this season but on Sunday will be facing a man who got plenty of practice under pressure on Thursday in Kepa Arrizabalaga (£5.4m). The Chelsea goalkeeper was one of the heroes of the shoot-out as he saved two of Frankfurts’ penalties, from Martin Hinteregger and Goncalo Paciencia.

Chelsea XI (4-3-3): Kepa; Emerson, D Luiz, Christensen (Zappacosta 74′), Azpilicueta; Loftus-Cheek (Barkley 86′), Jorginho, Kovacic; Hazard, Giroud (Higuaín 96′), Willian (Pedro 62′).

Valencia 2-4 Arsenal (3-7 on aggregate)

Goals: Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang x3 (£10.8m), Alexandre Lacazette (£9.4m)

Assists: Lacazette, Lucas Torreira (£4.7m), Ainsley Maitland-Niles (£4.4m), Henrikh Mkhitaryan (£6.6m)

Predicting Unai Emery’s team for the Gameweek 38 trip to Burnley should prove to be harder than ever after their Europa League exploits on Thursday night. Despite travelling to Valencia with a 3-1 aggregate lead, Unai Emery deployed the strongest team possible, including a front-pairing of both Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang (£10.8m) and Alexandre Lacazette (£9.4m).

The two have started the last two league games in a row alongside each other, despite Emery balancing domestic competitions with the Europa League so in that sense, both of them could line-up at Turf Moor on Sunday. However, with top four an extremely unlikely target for Arsenal now, winning the Europa League is the only realistic route into the Champions League for 2019/20, as well as a real possibility to win a trophy. For that reason, it would not be too surprising if several key players were rested or had their minutes managed in a game which is effectively a dead rubber. The Europa League final is admittedly 19 days away but given the short turnaround between the trips to Spain and Lancashire, Emery may want to avoid any unnecessary injuries as a result of over-exertion.

“We have two possibilities to qualify. One we lost. The second is the Europa League here. Our objective is to go to the Champions League but also it is one title. I think matches like today with this atmosphere are amazing. Every player, every club wants to play in it.” – Unai Emery

“We lost the chance to be in the top four on Sunday. We know it was going to be difficult but we took the possibility. We were strong in our minds to prepare, in our focus and to work hard. We can be proud of the players. our supporters here today with us. It’s not finished yet. It’s one step more to play the final. We are happy but also it’s continuing to be difficult to win.” – Unai Emery

Despite producing some fairly abject performances on the road in the Premier League this season, Arsenal may take heart for 2019/20 from securing this result at the home of Valencia. On Thursday night, the Spanish side lost for only the second time in 22 matches in front of their own supports (won 15, drawn five) and conceded four goals there for the first and only time this season. Replicating displays like this one would certainly help Arsenal improve on their away record during this Premier League campaign, which has so far seen more defeats than wins and a negative goal difference.

“Not one team has scored four against Valencia and only one time Atletico Madrid scored three goals and we did that last week. Valencia are a very good team. A very difficult team and we showed in these moments we can do that.” – Unai Emery

Part of Arsenal’s control of the fixture stemmed from one of the best link-ups between Aubameyang and Lacazette all season. The Gabonese international netted a hat-trick, while the Frenchman got a goal of his own as well as an assist. It is nights like this that suggest that the two strikers are now displaying an understanding that warrants starting both of them regularly in the Premier League in 2019/20.

“Yes, they are very good strikers. I am proud of them, how they work defensively. We need big players today. When their commitment is like today, defensively also working to help us it’s amazing. And after their attacking moments was coming. I think all our players did perfect.” – Unai Emery

“We have talked a lot about our relationship and it is a pleasure to play with him, above all when you win games like this.” – Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang

Arsenal conceded twice but to some extent there was no shame in the goals they allowed. It should come as no surprise that Kevin Gameiro got them both as he has been in incredible form at the Mestalla Stadium in the Europa League this season, finishing the campaign with 11 goals in 12 starts there in that competition.

After letting in the second, Arsenal began to control the game and manage their hosts with the maturity that we have seen with increasing regularity in European competitions under Emery this season. Right wing-back Ainsley Maitland-Niles (£4.4m), who also got an assist for one of Aubameyang’s goals, had Goncalo Guedes under wraps for most of the evening before the Portuguese winger was eventually substituted. In the end, Valencia had double the shots that Arsenal did but fewer on target.

Arsenal XI (3-4-1-2): Cech; Monreal, Koscielny, Sokratis; Kolasinac (Mustafi 71′), Xhaka, Torreira (Guendouzi 80′), Maitland-Niles; Özil (Mkhitaryan 62′); Lacazette, Aubameyang.

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  1. #FPLBhuna
    • 7 Years
    4 years, 10 months ago

    bench order?

    a) jota
    b) valery
    c) yoshida

    abc?

    1. #FPLBhuna
      • 7 Years
      4 years, 10 months ago

      current starting xi

      foster
      robertson - trent - laporte
      mane - sterling - eriksen - milivojevic
      kun - zaha - ings

    2. Robson-Canoe
      • 8 Years
      4 years, 10 months ago

      BAC

    3. Don Kloppeone
      • 6 Years
      4 years, 10 months ago

      Basically same as my bench but I have Jimi rather than Jota
      Looks right to me mate!

      Jealous of your back 3 as I have Valery over your TAA!

      1. #FPLBhuna
        • 7 Years
        4 years, 10 months ago

        might well be a blessing mate!

        wolves could easily score 🙁

  2. DaisyDaisyDaisyDaisy
    • 10 Years
    4 years, 10 months ago

    Just what Bruno wants in his last game, City at full tilt and Sterling going at him....enough to retire anyone....

  3. The Mighty Whites
    • 9 Years
    4 years, 10 months ago

    With a defense of Robertson, Doherty, Valery, Yoshida & Dunk would you:

    A - Play Robertson, Valery & Yoshida and hope for the best
    B - Get TAA in for a -4 (both rivals have TAA)
    C - other.

    1. Robson-Canoe
      • 8 Years
      4 years, 10 months ago

      Play Robbo, Valery & Doherty

    2. AC Yew
      • 5 Years
      4 years, 10 months ago

      Spotted a post on this page saying Yoshida out

  4. semiconductor
    • 9 Years
    4 years, 10 months ago

    I'm 16 points behind with the advantage of a FH chip. He has TAA, Laporte, sterling, aguero, mane, Shaw the main men.

    I'm having Sterling, Aguero, Robertson, mane and salah.

    I'm thinking to punt on Auba, vardy, Ederson (and laporte) and maybe downgrade sterling to moura or fraser.

    I really need your opinions

    1. Robson-Canoe
      • 8 Years
      4 years, 10 months ago

      Vardy yes, Laporte yes. Not a fan of Ederson tbh, a ceiling of 6 won't give you the points you need. Auba could be a great differential but Arsenal have been terrible away from home recently.

      1. semiconductor
        • 9 Years
        4 years, 10 months ago

        I know I'm just thinking it will be a high scoring game and Auba might be involved

    2. avfc82
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      • 14 Years
      4 years, 10 months ago

      I'd look at 3 x City, and would consider a defensive double up over Sterling and Aguero. 3 x Liverpool - 1 defender plus Salah and Mane. Then a Saints defender and Redmond, possibly Wilson from Bournemouth. I also think there will be goals at Spurs, and United have a good home fixture too although form is off. I'd avoid Arsenal. Good luck!

      1. semiconductor
        • 9 Years
        4 years, 10 months ago

        Thanks man. I'm currently on Robertson, mane and salah. I do have Redmond and a saints defender. Spurs I'm not sure who would be a good option at spurs game. Utd great fixture but won't know who to play. They are already playing kids

        1. avfc82
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          • 14 Years
          4 years, 10 months ago

          Yep Spurs is a tough one, Moura is the explosive option but will he start? Can see why you'd avoid United too, no form plus rotation. Who will you captain? Salah could be a great pick if your opponent doesn't own him.

          1. semiconductor
            • 9 Years
            4 years, 10 months ago

            Yes I'm captaining salah. But struggling to figure who would i get on FH to be differentials and a good team.

            I'm set on Laporte, Robertson, mane, salah, redmond, Aguero and perhaps vardy. I do have sterling but thinking of ur words on duloubling on city defense.

            1. avfc82
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              • 14 Years
              4 years, 10 months ago

              Remember 16 points isn't that much - if Salah scores early you're almost level.

              1. semiconductor
                • 9 Years
                4 years, 10 months ago

                So what do u suggest? Who would u get in a FH?

                1. avfc82
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                  • 14 Years
                  4 years, 10 months ago

                  I haven't looked at it in any real detail, but the guys I mentioned above. 3 x City, 3 x Pool, 2 x Saints and a few others - maybe Wilson.

  5. Robson-Canoe
    • 8 Years
    4 years, 10 months ago

    2 FT - which move would you do here?

    Ryan (Boruc)
    Robbo* Bednarek AWB (Monreal Cathcart)
    Sterling Hazard Mané Fraser (Hayden)
    Agüero(C) Jimenez Firmino*

    A) Firmino + Robbo > Vardy + Laporte
    B) Firmino + Monreal > Vardy + TAA (bench AWB)
    C) Firmino + Cathcart > Arnautovic + Laporte (bench AWB)

    1. Pat Bonner
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 12 Years
      4 years, 10 months ago

      Hazard and firmino to salah and arnie/Wilson

      1. Robson-Canoe
        • 8 Years
        4 years, 10 months ago

        That's an interesting one as well, but the Salah gamble is too risky for me as he's not confirmed 100% fit yet. My rival also has Hazard and that move could backfire terribly.

        1. Pat Bonner
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 12 Years
          4 years, 10 months ago

          Personally think salah will play (hopefully get more news on that front before the deadline) and also best captain this week

          1. Robson-Canoe
            • 8 Years
            4 years, 10 months ago

            I agree, if he's fit, he's definitely the best captain pick!

    2. Amey
      • 5 Years
      4 years, 10 months ago

      B is awesome

      1. Robson-Canoe
        • 8 Years
        4 years, 10 months ago

        Thanks mate, I'm also leaning in that direction after yesterday's EL games. I was initially planning on doing C.

    3. Don Kloppeone
      • 6 Years
      4 years, 10 months ago

      It's a resounding B from me - Vardy looks to be a great pick this week vs a very tired Chelsea

      1. Robson-Canoe
        • 8 Years
        4 years, 10 months ago

        Thinking the same thing, cheers man 🙂

  6. Don Kloppeone
    • 6 Years
    4 years, 10 months ago

    Bottomed

    FT done - how do they look?! Agree with bench/ order?

    0FT 0.6itb
    Lloris
    Robbo, Laporte, Valery
    Salah (C), Sterling, JWP, Mili, Babel
    Aguero, Wilson
    (Foster) (Jimi, Yoshida, Doherty)

    3 of the 4 above me in my (70 person) cash ML have TAA. Would you take a -4 to do Doherty > TAA and play him over Valery?

    Cheers and GL!

    1. Robson-Canoe
      • 8 Years
      4 years, 10 months ago

      I think it looks great, no hits needed.

      1. Don Kloppeone
        • 6 Years
        4 years, 10 months ago

        Thanks mate! You all sorted?

        1. Robson-Canoe
          • 8 Years
          4 years, 10 months ago

          Not yet, see above 😉

    1. Rotation's Alter Ego
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      • 12 Years
      4 years, 10 months ago

      Good spot

    2. Amey
      • 5 Years
      4 years, 10 months ago

      😕

    3. Don Kloppeone
      • 6 Years
      4 years, 10 months ago

      Annoying but he is 2nd on my bench and if a bench defender is needed I have Doherty so will just have to hope all works out

      1. Bodini
        • 8 Years
        4 years, 10 months ago

        I was counting on him as a starter. Will have to play Doherty instead and hope Liverpool don't destroy them too much.

        It's either that or play Duffy 🙁

        1. Don Kloppeone
          • 6 Years
          4 years, 10 months ago

          Don’t forget none of us play Matty D for his CS points. It’s all about the potential goals or assists so I think he’s still an acceptable option

          1. Bodini
            • 8 Years
            4 years, 10 months ago

            good point, thanks

            1. Don Kloppeone
              • 6 Years
              4 years, 10 months ago

              No prob. GL!

  7. OptimusBlack
    • 10 Years
    4 years, 10 months ago

    Best GW for GW 38 ?

    1. OptimusBlack
      • 10 Years
      4 years, 10 months ago

      GK Sorry

      1. Mince n Tatties
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 10 Years
        4 years, 10 months ago

        Ederson

  8. DaisyDaisyDaisyDaisy
    • 10 Years
    4 years, 10 months ago

    Sunday from 2pm will be fun...FPL on speed...

  9. Tmel
    • 13 Years
    4 years, 10 months ago

    Llorente likely to start?

    1. avfc82
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      • 14 Years
      4 years, 10 months ago

      Yep I think he will.

  10. The Pesci challenge
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 9 Years
    4 years, 10 months ago

    Jota to Fraser/Babel for a -4?

    1. Don Kloppeone
      • 6 Years
      4 years, 10 months ago

      Hmm I did Jota to Babel for free

      For a hit is a harder call - what's rest of your team?

  11. dezille
    • 6 Years
    4 years, 10 months ago

    Play Jimenez or JWP
    Play Gray or Valery

  12. Daghe Munegu
    • 7 Years
    4 years, 10 months ago

    No one?

    What would you guys do with 1 ft 0.2 itb? I don't mind taking a hit

    Lloris
    TAA Shaw Valery
    Salah Sterling jwp Jota
    Kun Jimenez Gray

    Foster Doherty Son* Dunk

    1. DaisyDaisyDaisyDaisy
      • 10 Years
      4 years, 10 months ago

      Son to a midfielder of choice like B Silva - lot of money to bench

    2. Better off with a pin and a…
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 11 Years
      4 years, 10 months ago

      If you fancy a hit then lose Son and get Vardy for Jimi or Gray. Vardy's one player I wish I had for this week (though it's still a risk for just 1 week!).

  13. Make Arrows Green Again
    • 7 Years
    4 years, 10 months ago

    Oh dear Lord what am I going to do for three months?!

  14. rnrd
    • 9 Years
    4 years, 10 months ago

    captain Aguero or mané?

    1. Amey
      • 5 Years
      4 years, 10 months ago

      Mane

    2. Murder On Zidanesfloor
      • 5 Years
      4 years, 10 months ago

      Aguero imo. Final day legend

  15. Iggypop
    • 5 Years
    4 years, 10 months ago

    Son to Moura, rekon spurs will be up for it and no one will be getting rested for a final in 3 weeks!

    1. avfc82
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      • 14 Years
      4 years, 10 months ago

      I'm considering this move too. Surely he can't bench him after sending them to the final? Another thing is I'm a bit down on all the other options - Redmond, Pogba etc.

  16. SoShy
    • 8 Years
    4 years, 10 months ago

    Lukaku & Son
    Out for either

    A) Wilson & Sterling
    B) Wilson & Hazard
    C) Salah & A.Perez

    1. Robson-Canoe
      • 8 Years
      4 years, 10 months ago

      C, I'd have Rondon over Perez

      1. Robson-Canoe
        • 8 Years
        4 years, 10 months ago

        A also a good option, but as an owner I can't Sterling getting that much tbh

  17. Stimps
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 10 Years
    4 years, 10 months ago

    Will Kola start?

  18. rnrd
    • 9 Years
    4 years, 10 months ago

    captain Mané or Aguero?!

    1. rnrd
      • 9 Years
      4 years, 10 months ago

      **sorry repost**

    2. Robson-Canoe
      • 8 Years
      4 years, 10 months ago

      Kun for me - he always delivers on title deciding final GW's 😉

  19. wernerhedgehog
    • 6 Years
    4 years, 10 months ago

    With KDB back in contention, which would you do?

    Son + Jimenez to
    A) KDB + Ings/Deenery
    B) Pogba + Wilson

    TIA!

    1. DaisyDaisyDaisyDaisy
      • 10 Years
      4 years, 10 months ago

      Cameo at best for KDB

  20. The Mighty Whites
    • 9 Years
    4 years, 10 months ago

    Start Doherty or make a -4 to bring TAA in (both rivals have TAA and I'm 35 & 21 points clear)

  21. Amey
    • 5 Years
    4 years, 10 months ago

    Everton toothless then 😮
    Good for Lloris.

    1. Murder On Zidanesfloor
      • 5 Years
      4 years, 10 months ago

      Without DCL and rich you mean?

      1. Amey
        • 5 Years
        4 years, 10 months ago

        Yeah
        Only Siggy whom i trust attacking wise

        1. Murder On Zidanesfloor
          • 5 Years
          4 years, 10 months ago

          Walcott vs spurs 😉 I doubt they will be toothless

  22. Atimis
    • 7 Years
    4 years, 10 months ago

    Jota to Redmond and GTG?

    Gunn
    Laporte/TAA/Kiko
    Sterling/Hazard/Mane/Deulofeu/Jota*
    Kun(c)/Rash

    Lloris/Jim/Boly/Duffy

    1. Atimis
      • 7 Years
      4 years, 10 months ago

      Or would you consider some Spurs attacker?

    2. Amey
      • 5 Years
      4 years, 10 months ago

      Yep

    3. Don Kloppeone
      • 6 Years
      4 years, 10 months ago

      Yep G2G imo

  23. Bring the Cavalry
    • 7 Years
    4 years, 10 months ago

    Son + Jimi > Moura + Zaha? -4

  24. King Kun Ta
    • 8 Years
    4 years, 10 months ago

    Lloris | Foster
    Valery Laporte TAA | Doh Duffy
    Jota Sterling Mane Redmond Pogba
    Jimenez Aguero Rashford

    Go 3-5-2 and do Jota to:

    A Fraser
    B abel
    C Townsend
    D other 6.5 mid

    Or go 3-4-3 and do Jimenez to:

    E Wilson
    F Rondon
    G Perez
    H other 7.1 fw

    Could really use the feedback, so thanks in advance and GL this last GW!

    1. King Kun Ta
      • 8 Years
      4 years, 10 months ago

      For free btw....

    2. Don Kloppeone
      • 6 Years
      4 years, 10 months ago

      I did B (Jota > Babel) and playing 3-5-2.

      I decided I preferred Babel's stats and assist potential over Fwd options.

      However.... I already have Wilson so I think in your case I would go Wilson and 3-4-3, Jota first on bench

      1. King Kun Ta
        • 8 Years
        4 years, 10 months ago

        Thanks Don!

        1. Don Kloppeone
          • 6 Years
          4 years, 10 months ago

          No prob mate!
          Think Wilson should be a good pick this week

  25. FPL Forward Thinker
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 5 Years
    4 years, 10 months ago

    Next season, Some folk should handover their login credentials on fpl and let others run their team.

    Bench order correct? - It’s your team and your bench!
    This player A or this player B - decide yourself !

    How’s my starting XI looking should I take 44 point hit to change it- what do you think yourself.

    1. DaisyDaisyDaisyDaisy
      • 10 Years
      4 years, 10 months ago

      Handed mine to Ronka and he ballsed it right up

    2. FPL Forward Thinker
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 5 Years
      4 years, 10 months ago

      Let’s the site mods and cons speak and use their useful knowhow , knowledge and insight and your own judgment

    3. clodhopper
      • 10 Years
      4 years, 10 months ago

      Sounds like a very bitter post

    4. Robson-Canoe
      • 8 Years
      4 years, 10 months ago

      Well imo it's not about letting others make the decisions for you but about asking for advice on hard decisions in case other people might have some useful information, insights, stat knowledge that you don't.

  26. OneDennisBergkamp
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 8 Years
    4 years, 10 months ago

    My GKs are Hamer & Boruc both very unlikely to play, so should I do a -4 for Ederson?

    That's like a -2 right?

    1. Amey
      • 5 Years
      4 years, 10 months ago

      I'd do it

    2. DaisyDaisyDaisyDaisy
      • 10 Years
      4 years, 10 months ago

      Little to lose...high chance of profit

    3. Blueberg
      • 8 Years
      4 years, 10 months ago

      Yeah unless he gets sent off, scores and own goal or concedes a bunch.

    4. Bubz
      • 10 Years
      4 years, 10 months ago

      Is Boruc looking like not starting?

      1. OneDennisBergkamp
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 8 Years
        4 years, 10 months ago

        I'm guessing more likely not after the performance of the new GK last week?

  27. FPLMarc
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 12 Years
    4 years, 10 months ago

    A) Salah & Long for Son & Firmino (keeping Jimenez)

    B) Pogba & Vardy for Son & Firmino (keeping Jimenez)

    C) Vardy & Rashford for Firmino & Jimenez (weaker midfield with both Deulofeu & Hojbjerg)

    1. Steiger
      • 5 Years
      4 years, 10 months ago

      A, and captain Salah.

  28. The Colonel
    • 10 Years
    4 years, 10 months ago

    Pogba or Bernado Silva?
    Llorente or Jiminez?

  29. cuppatea78
    • 11 Years
    4 years, 10 months ago

    I want to get rid of Son but not sure who to get in. Any suggestions? I'd probably then bench Jiminez.

    Ederson
    Robertson AWB Bednarek
    Mane Fraser Redmond Sterling(c)
    Vardy Aguero Jiminez

    Subs: Foster Doherty Duffy Son

    1. cuppatea78
      • 11 Years
      4 years, 10 months ago

      If I sell son I will have £9.1m in the bank

      1. Simmoo
        • 8 Years
        4 years, 10 months ago

        Probs buy Pogba and play 352

        1. cuppatea78
          • 11 Years
          4 years, 10 months ago

          Was thinking Pogba so might actually don't. Cheers

          1. cuppatea78
            • 11 Years
            4 years, 10 months ago

            Should say do it