Opinion

Should Fantasy managers buy Harry Kane ahead of Gameweek 2?

FPL Question Time is back ahead of Gameweek 2 and our five panellists have been answering some of your questions following the events of the opening weekend of the 2019/20 campaign.

There were plenty of Fantasy managers seeking our panel’s thoughts on Harry Kane (£11.0m) after his 13-point haul against Aston Villa, while Liverpool’s lack of a clean sheet – plus an injury to Alisson (£5.9m) – prompted lots of discussion on the Reds’ backline.

Bournemouth assets, Leicester City attackers, Leandro Trossard (£6.0m) and Anthony Martial (£7.6m) are also all addressed in the responses below.

Who’s on the panel this week?

FPL Hints – One of the biggest names in the FPL community, a seasoned veteran as well as an FFScout writer and Official FPL panellist.

Holly Shand – Founder of Fantasy Football Community, two top 10k finishes in four seasons, regular FPL Show guest – and now a Scoutcaster!

FPL Heisenberg – Influencer within the FPL community with a top 10k finish in 2016/17, followed by top 1k in 2017/18.

TorresMagic – Long-serving moderator at Fantasy Football Scout with two top 1k finishes and a further five top 10k finishes to his name.

TheFantasyFreak – A long-term member of and frequent poster to the Fantasy Football Scout site. Finished an enviable 4th in the world in 2014/15.

Questions

Polar_Bear: Should we be downgrading our Liverpool double-up to add more to our attack?

TheFantasyFreak: I think this might be a strategy we have to seriously consider once the likes of Son, Mane, Aguero and Kane are all in play to release some funds. It certainly looks more viable now than it did a week ago with Allison’s injury and because Liverpool in general also looked a bit shaky at the back. For now, with a favourable fixture against Southampton to come, the obvious ploy is to hold. Van Dijk showed his attacking threat, Alexander-Arnold created two big chances (and had the highest xA of all players in the game last week) while Robertson, despite not materialising his potential into points, looked promising. He recorded 41 touches in the final third, which was the second-highest of any defender in the game and only one less than Salah. Any other day and he could have ended up with attacking returns as well. Hence, I think we’d be better off having one more week’s data before we make a decision on Liverpool’s defensive assets.

Holly Shand: I can see the temptation of losing the Liverpool double-up to move funds elsewhere, especially with injury concerns for Alisson. The Liverpool defence are the most attacking in the league though and demonstrated their ability to grab goals and assists despite not keeping a clean sheet last weekend. The fixtures remain good, so patience is key here – I’m predicting that they end the season among the top-scoring players again. 

FPL Hints: Having registered 21 clean sheets last season, it almost seemed like a given to have double defensive Liverpool coverage from Gameweek 1. This was despite them showing some inconsistencies during their summer friendlies. However, for those that had the highly owned assets of Alisson and Andrew Robertson, it all came crashing down with an unfortunate injury and then an untimely loss of a clean sheet. With Alisson reported to be out for at least a few weeks, Liverpool’s defence has become far weaker even with van Dijk marshalling it.  They were lucky not to concede more goals against Norwich. I now think it’s extremely risky having the Liverpool defensive double-up for the foreseeable future, especially when considering that they face Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang in Gameweek 3 and an in-form Ashley Barnes after that. The prospect of selling a surplus Liverpool defender to spread funds up top can’t be ignored. It may be hard selling Robertson or Alexander-Arnold in the upcoming Gameweeks even if you have van Dijk, but if you have Gomez it almost seems like a no-brainer, especially as he seems less nailed-on than his premium-priced teammates. Looking at this weekend (Southampton away), we could probably be safe by retaining the double-up as the Saints failed to score in their last game and are still adapting with the changes to their frontline.


ivanfed: Is Harry Kane “essential” after the Manchester City game? It would be a two-transfer move for me: Andrew Robertson to Caglar Soyuncu and Callum Wilson to Kane.

TheFantasyFreak: Harry Kane looked back to being at his lethal best against Aston Villa the other day. While I think the word “essential” is used very loosely nowadays, I think his fixtures after Gameweek 2 are such that owning him after the City game would be highly desirable. Imagine hiding behind a sofa each one of those weeks (NEW ars CRY lei SOU bha WAT) when Kane, already at a massive 30% ownership, will be highly captained. That won’t make for good viewing! I am looking at a similar combination of transfers for my own team myself, and hence I obviously like the moves you have suggested. Wilson has, at best, mixed fixtures after Gameweek 3 while Soyuncu could be a bargain at £4.5m with Leicester’s fixtures to follow. This is one of the reasons why I think for those without an obvious route to Kane via Aubameyang, saving a transfer this week could be very beneficial as it allows to you play a “mini-Wildcard” (i.e. to buy Kane via a combination of transfers more conveniently).

TorresMagic: Harry Kane had the most goal attempts of any player in Gameweek 1 and scored with his two shots on target. He is quite tricky to fit into the template teams that include Salah and Sterling, which could make his worth even higher if he can continue his scoring. The introduction of VAR is a factor in his favour (he only scored four penalties in 2018/19) so I’d expect that to increase. The return from suspension of Son Heung-min in Gameweek 3 coincides with home fixtures v Newcastle, Crystal Palace, Southampton and Watford between Gameweeks 3 and 9, so this could be the fly in the ointment which could change the volume and quality of chances for Kane. I don’t think he is essential unless you are confident in captaining him. I don’t think I’ll be getting him unless wildcarding or I suffer a major injury elsewhere. Losing Robertson, if he is your only Pool defender, to acquire Kane is risky but the loss of Allison may cancel that.

Holly Shand: Harry Kane left it late in Gameweek 1 and really tested his owners’ patience, so I wouldn’t be too worried to be a non-owner, particularly with Manchester City up next. Perhaps take stock after the next Gameweek and try to stick with the original strategy: having three premium attackers means lots of compromises elsewhere in our squads and they aren’t all going to perform every single Gameweek. 


Dribbles: Gameweek 1 was fairly high-scoring. What should you do if you got off to a bad start? You are already miles behind and it is difficult to chase.

FPL Heisenberg: Firstly, do not panic – there is plenty of time left. Don’t focus on the number of points you have right now, look at your squad and see if you’re in good shape for the next few Gameweeks. If your squad is fine, save your transfer. If you have issues, then sort them. Whatever you do, just remember – do not panic!


Giggs-Tosun Particle: Bournemouth’s attackers were highly underwhelming against Sheffield United. With options at Norwich and Burnley coming through in Gameweek 1, is it worth jumping ship already?

TheFantasyFreak: I think if you’re already looking to offload a Bournemouth attacker then you need to ask yourself as to why you selected them in the first place. You did so because the likes of Wilson, King and Fraser are proven FPL assets and I don’t think one poor game makes them into a bad pick overnight. Aston Villa conceded the highest number of goal attempts and shots inside the box last week so I think it might be slightly premature to bin off your Bournemouth attackers just yet. Fair enough, if they blank again then it would make more sense to get rid as they will have tough fixtures to follow, but for now I would suggest holding. Another reason for that is the lack of long-term, viable alternatives available. Norwich, and in particular Pukki, looked great against Liverpool attacking-wise last week but have Chelsea (with Kante back) and Manchester City in two of the next four. Similarly, Burnley face tough tests with Arsenal, Wolves and Liverpool to follow. I think the smart play to make here is to wait this week, and then perhaps jump on to a Manchester United attacking asset (CRY sou LEI) or a West Ham attacking asset (bha wat NOR). I see West Ham and Manchester United’s attacking assets as longer-term alternatives and jumping on them from Bournemouth would be rather convenient as well, given their similar price points.


Greek Flair: Should we jump on the Anthony Martial train after he played ‘out of position’ versus Chelsea? Lots of other options in the same bracket this year. 

TorresMagic: Anthony Martial is a very interesting player this season in FPL. He is at a fair price and currently playing as a forward where his xG (expected goals) is much higher than when he plays elsewhere. Very much a confidence player who can go on great runs of scoring: he scored in five successive matches in Gameweeks 8-12 of 2018/2019 when playing as a left-winger. I think he will be a popular transfer in Gameweek 3, even with his price rise. He’s one to watch for me.


daffyp1982: Should those who own Leicester City’s attacking assets be worried?

Holly Shand: Having owned Ayoze Perez in Gameweek 1, I was concerned about his lack of output, especially at home to a tired-legged Wolves side. Jamie Vardy owners should be concerned, especially with other premium options performing around him. Those invested in the midfield should stay patient for the next few weeks as it’s too much to expect attacking returns every week for players at this price point – reviewing after three to four games is far more reasonable.

FPL Heisenberg: Not yet, no. One game is not enough to establish form (or lack thereof). Watch Leicester closely in Gameweek 2 and if they disappoint again, you could think about moving them on to better options if/when they emerge.


josh7185: Is it worth holding on to Leandro Trossard among the cheap midfield options?

FPL Hints: I was pitchside at Vicarage Road last Saturday. Like many other FPL managers, I was surprised that Brighton’s record signing didn’t start the match or even make a cameo appearance. In truth, he wasn’t needed due to Watford’s complacency and Graham Potter’s shrewd tactics on the day, which all contributed to the Seagulls knocking up a comfortable win. They definitely demonstrated an attacking style, but champagne football it was not. In any case, it stood in sheer contrast to their way of playing under Chris Hughton. As for Leandro Trossard, from a positional perspective, his most realistic chance of starting would be the left-flank, which Jürgen Locadia occupied against Watford as well as during large chunks of last season. He was subbed off after the hour-mark on Saturday and made no key attacking contributions but Florin Andone replaced him and scored. What’s worrying is that last season no attacking players started more than 80% of Swansea’s league games under Potter, which shows that he isn’t afraid of rotation – and that could be to the detriment of FPL managers. This is also of worry to Glenn Murray owners, especially with Neal Maupay scoring on his debut and being so prolific in the Championship. If you have a reasonable first substitute it may be worth starting Trossard again, with their first home game ahead. From multiple reviews, he seemed in good nick during pre-season. Planning ahead, a future like-for-like replacement could be Ayoze Perez, but let’s not kneejerk at this stage. All in all, he should fare better than Brighton’s last record signing, Alireza Jahanbakhsh, who has yet to score or assist in the Premier League.


Kane Reserves: Adrián – a wobbly shot-stopper or bargain opportunity?

FPL Heisenberg: Adrian at £4.5m in FPL is undoubtedly an under-priced bargain if Alisson is injured long-term. However, is it worth using up that third Liverpool spot on him? Is it better to have three from Alexander-Arnold, Robertson, van Dijk, Salah, Mane and Firmino? Personally, I think having three outfielders from Liverpool is better but, if you are replacing Alisson, then Adrian, Nick Pope and Mathew Ryan are all good options.


Lessons learned from Gameweek 1

1,230 Comments Post a Comment
  1. Ask Yourself
    • 7 Years
    4 years, 7 months ago

    Kovacic has been lampard’s first choice Chelsea CAM all this time? Damn we all got it wrong

    1. Hazz
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 6 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      Would be funny, but way off the mark.

  2. circusmonkey
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 13 Years
    4 years, 7 months ago

    Which one to play from these?

    Rico, Diop, Locadia.

    Thank you.

    1. Pazdannavaro
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 7 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      Locadia imho

  3. Flynny
    • 9 Years
    4 years, 7 months ago

    Nervous about saving ft given uncertainty over tross and my bench - but think prob best to hold the transfer. Would you make any changes here please?

    Pope
    Robbo vvd digne (guilbert rico)
    Salah sterling fraser Perez trossard
    Wilson jota (Greenwood)

    Thanks

    1. MaverickNILRG
      • 9 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      Nope. Saving makes for way more flexibility in gameweek 2. Also more information.

    2. Play Easy
      • 5 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      People are convincing themselves to hold the transfer because they are indecisive. The early buses are leaving.

      1. fantasyfog
        • 8 Years
        4 years, 7 months ago

        like origi?

        1. Play Easy
          • 5 Years
          4 years, 7 months ago

          If you think ALL the buses will be on time, you're mistaken 😉 get on the right one

      2. Dsmythy
        • 7 Years
        4 years, 7 months ago

        I remember that Mooy bus from previous season starts. Puts me off them.

    3. One Man
      • 7 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      Impressive team. No, I'd definitely save until GW 2.

      1. Flynny
        • 9 Years
        4 years, 7 months ago

        Thanks , think on reflection best to he patient this week and make 2 or 3 transfers next week.

        Martial McGinn and maybe a lpool defender to awb in my plans...

    4. MaverickNILRG
      • 9 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      That could be true...but the early trends haven't been decided. 1 ganeweek of info is too little to go upon for me...however, if its your strategy then hop on a bus. Just my opinion. Ultimately I think you should stick to your original strategy. Holding if I could was mine...and I can.

    5. FPL Forward Thinker
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 5 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      One of these weeks Greenwood will come in nicely with 4 or 5 points as an auto sub for a no show.

      1. fantasyfog
        • 8 Years
        4 years, 7 months ago

        yeah of course he will mate

        1. Flynny
          • 9 Years
          4 years, 7 months ago

          Greenwood going to deliver a lot of single pointers...

  4. Deulofail
    • 8 Years
    4 years, 7 months ago

    Trent and Firmino both benched this evening. Which one to captain against Southampton on Saturday? I thought both looked great against Norwich.

    1. SADIO SANÉ
      • 8 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      Bob

    2. Miguel Sanchez
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 7 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      TAA

    3. MaverickNILRG
      • 9 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      Salah still.

    4. Ask Yourself
      • 7 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      Firmino could have got a 16 pointer

      1. Deulofail
        • 8 Years
        4 years, 7 months ago

        And Trent could have got a 17 pointer! 😆

        1. Ask Yourself
          • 7 Years
          4 years, 7 months ago

          Rats well there you have it x

    5. EMBOLOFAN
      • 5 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      allison could be a good differential

      1. Deulofail
        • 8 Years
        4 years, 7 months ago

        I prefer Danny Ward

        1. EMBOLOFAN
          • 5 Years
          4 years, 7 months ago

          bold but could work

  5. Dynamic Duos
    • 10 Years
    4 years, 7 months ago

    Really want 2.5m out of these defender

    TAA Digne Zinchencko

    Would you have A or B? the 4.5m defenders could change.

    A) TAA Mings Mepham
    B) Digne Zinchenko Mepham/Mings

    1. Je suis le chat
      • 10 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      A

    2. Ask Yourself
      • 7 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      Mepham isn’t nailed mate he only played because they went 5atb. Adam Smith is the one if you must have a 4.5 Bournemouth defender but their defence under howe is historically shite even in good games. A is the way i’d Go if you must take funds out of what is probably the best 3 man defence you can possibly get. Personally i’d stick

      1. Dynamic Duos
        • 10 Years
        4 years, 7 months ago

        Ok mate thanks for that , maybe I should find another way and have another look at the 4.5m defenders. I might even take abit out of my att or midfield yet either downgrading Perez or Wilson and just take 1m - 1.5m out of defence .

        1. Ask Yourself
          • 7 Years
          4 years, 7 months ago

          Wilson would be my way out if you must. 8m is too much for a one season wonder

          1. Dynamic Duos
            • 10 Years
            4 years, 7 months ago

            Thinking something like this now.

            Wilson to Pukki/Jota
            Perez to Son
            And
            Zinchencko to Mings or
            VVD to AWB

  6. FPL Blow-In
    • 11 Years
    4 years, 7 months ago

    So TAA will be benched against the better teams in the top 4-6?

    1. Ask Yourself
      • 7 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      I would offer a probability of 5% of this happening

    2. The Ejiptian King
      • 5 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      Liverpool shouldn't be changing system to play more defensively against anyone apart from maybe City, he's being rested.

    3. Rainer
      • 7 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      Top 6 and Chelsea?

      He’ll barely play this season if so...

    4. Maddi Son
      • 6 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      He's 20 years old, he needs his rest.

      Definitely needs his rest.

    5. EMBOLOFAN
      • 5 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      did he play in both cl semi finals and the final

      1. FPL Blow-In
        • 11 Years
        4 years, 7 months ago

        We’re Gomez and Matip both fit at the same time then?

        1. FPL Blow-In
          • 11 Years
          4 years, 7 months ago

          Not being cheeky genuine question

          1. EMBOLOFAN
            • 5 Years
            4 years, 7 months ago

            yeah

        2. Dsmythy
          • 7 Years
          4 years, 7 months ago

          Did Trent play a solid role in his team winning the Champions League? Now that's the question.

          1. FPL Blow-In
            • 11 Years
            4 years, 7 months ago

            So did Matip and he was benched first game of the season

            1. Dsmythy
              • 7 Years
              4 years, 7 months ago

              Yeah Gomez robbed his spot. And probably again the weekend.

    6. Hotdogs for Tea
      • 8 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      more likely to be benched against weaker teams

    7. Dsmythy
      • 7 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      Gomez can play the cup games

  7. R.C
    • 6 Years
    4 years, 7 months ago

    This GW

    Heaton
    or
    Pope

    1. Ask Yourself
      • 7 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      Heaton vs cack Bournemouth attack of course

    2. Hazz
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 6 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      Burnely do not have that great a track record vs. Arsenal. Of course, Pope could make saves - but probably safer to bet on Villa.

    3. Miguel Sanchez
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 7 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      Heaton

    4. Rainer
      • 7 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      Surely you went with Heaton so you could bench Pope?

      Both probably concede, Pope for saves.

    5. Play Easy
      • 5 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      Pope easy

      1. Deulofail
        • 8 Years
        4 years, 7 months ago

        Priest hard

        1. Eat my goal!
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 5 Years
          4 years, 7 months ago

          Nun soft

  8. MaverickNILRG
    • 9 Years
    4 years, 7 months ago

    31 shots conceded last week to Spurs. What if he can't save the day again? I do agree he will get save points though so your prob right. I just think Bournemouth will come around this weekend.

  9. Sloths
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 4 Years
    4 years, 7 months ago

    where is the chelsea game on?

    1. Corgz Dark side of the Loon
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 8 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      TV

    2. Miguel Sanchez
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 7 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      BT Sports

      1. thepeen555
        • 7 Years
        4 years, 7 months ago

        They got it free to air today?

        1. Miguel Sanchez
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 7 Years
          4 years, 7 months ago

          Doesn't look like it

          1. thepeen555
            • 7 Years
            4 years, 7 months ago

            Typical

    3. Rainer
      • 7 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      Istanbul.

    4. Play Easy
      • 5 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      Earth

    5. tbeans22
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 9 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      TNT in the States.

    6. EMBOLOFAN
      • 5 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      vodafone arena

    7. Ógie
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 11 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      The Super Cup is one of the best looking trophies imo.

    8. Now I'm Panicking
      • 9 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      The pub

    9. FPL Forward Thinker
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 5 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      My house

    10. Brosstan
      • 9 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      Viasat 4

  10. EMBOLOFAN
    • 5 Years
    4 years, 7 months ago

    was wrong earlier - luiz is starting after all

    1. fantasyfog
      • 8 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      you wrong :0 never

  11. thepeen555
    • 7 Years
    4 years, 7 months ago

    In response to the article. No. In fact
    I transferred him out for Pukki this week.

  12. Brosstan
    • 9 Years
    4 years, 7 months ago

    Anyone punting on Ox after he hauls this game? He could be a real value gold mine.

    1. thepeen555
      • 7 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      I’m sure there will be a bandwagon of some kind

    2. Brosstan
      • 9 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      Why is he called "Chamberlain" on FPL?

      1. thepeen555
        • 7 Years
        4 years, 7 months ago

        That’s his last name and they prob couldn’t be bothered to fit it all in!

      2. Ask Yourself
        • 7 Years
        4 years, 7 months ago

        Oxlade is his first name

      3. Now I'm Panicking
        • 9 Years
        4 years, 7 months ago

        Broken Britain deniers.

    3. Maddi Son
      • 6 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      Marmalade.

    4. fantasyfog
      • 8 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      definitely have an eye on him

  13. Eat my goal!
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 5 Years
    4 years, 7 months ago

    Surprised by Liverpool line up tbh

    Why risk injury against sub standard opponents

    1. GREEN IS GOOD
      • 7 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      keep trying

  14. Corgz Dark side of the Loon
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 8 Years
    4 years, 7 months ago

    Can you believe that over 250,000 people have transferred in Liverpool players BEFORE tonights game..????

    1. Licky
      • 11 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      Can you believe it's not butter?

    2. Eat my goal!
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 5 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      Oh no!

    3. EMBOLOFAN
      • 5 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      i can not believe it

    4. Now I'm Panicking
      • 9 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      I predicted 240,000, so no.

    5. Yank Revolution
      • 12 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      Many owners unaware of this game, or any other mid-week games, nor do they care about possible injuries. Its a perfect storm of ignorance!

    6. fantasyfog
      • 8 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      how many origi's

      1. Dsmythy
        • 7 Years
        4 years, 7 months ago

        The original is best.

  15. Ask Yourself
    • 7 Years
    4 years, 7 months ago

    If Chelsea concede for fun again I’m going to have to get pukki in as my Wood is becoming useless

    1. thepeen555
      • 7 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      It’s ok mate. A lot of people have problems with their wood from time to time 🙂

      1. Deulofail
        • 8 Years
        4 years, 7 months ago

        Pukkiwood is slang for docking

    2. fantasyfog
      • 8 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      one...game....in

  16. FPL Forward Thinker
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 5 Years
    4 years, 7 months ago

    Rather strong teams tonight.

    Absolutely expected Liverpool Reserves v Chelsea U21s

    1. Now I'm Panicking
      • 9 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      Not Liverpool u21s v Chelsea reserves?

    2. SADIO SANÉ
      • 8 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      basically is Liverpool Reserves, no Origi

    3. Brosstan
      • 9 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      Why would a mid table team like Chelsea field their reserves in a trophy match?

  17. EMBOLOFAN
    • 5 Years
    4 years, 7 months ago

    i really hate bt sport

    1. The 12th Man
      • 10 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      Looks good from where I’m sitting.

    2. FPL Forward Thinker
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 5 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      Why

      1. EMBOLOFAN
        • 5 Years
        4 years, 7 months ago

        horrible aesthetically and terrible pundits. awful presenter. just had a horrible vibe

        1. Miguel Sanchez
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 7 Years
          4 years, 7 months ago

          Steve McManaman

  18. Ógie
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 11 Years
    4 years, 7 months ago

    Great chance to see what the Liverpool defense will be like without Allision and how will Adrain get on in a full match in this final.

    1. Ask Yourself
      • 7 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      If that Adrain thing was intentional that is very good and will be his flop name x

      1. SADIO SANÉ
        • 8 Years
        4 years, 7 months ago

        definitely using this for the rest of the week if they concede tonight

    2. Deulofail
      • 8 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      A drain has a thirst. A drain does not drink for a day and night. A buoy could make a friend.

      1. Ógie
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 11 Years
        4 years, 7 months ago

        Their season could go down Adrain.

        1. Deulofail
          • 8 Years
          4 years, 7 months ago

          Eboué could make a friend*

          Missed opportunity

    3. EMBOLOFAN
      • 5 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      drain gang

  19. Yank Revolution
    • 12 Years
    4 years, 7 months ago

    Non TAA owner here. If I was, Id be pleased he isn't playing this game. Better to rest in a non FPL game, right?

    1. fantasyfog
      • 8 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      absolutely...you heard it here...first

  20. Rolls-Royce
    • 10 Years
    4 years, 7 months ago

    Any chance Salah could be rested vs Soton? Klopp wouldn't wanna risk him too much this early in the season perhaps?

    1. MaverickNILRG
      • 9 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      Don't think so. He'll be my C still.

    2. Scholes Out For Summer
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 10 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      sure why not. Could also rest Robbo and VVD too with that logic

    3. Rainer
      • 7 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      Yeah.

      Mane rested vs Norwich.
      Firmino tonight.
      Salah on Saturday...

      1. Rolls-Royce
        • 10 Years
        4 years, 7 months ago

        Could be time for a maverick Captian choice this gw?

        1. Rainer
          • 7 Years
          4 years, 7 months ago

          Salah!

    4. Now I'm Panicking
      • 9 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      Not sure Aphex Twin.

    5. MaverickNILRG
      • 9 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      Auba or Salah in my opinion. I don't have the first.

    6. Ógie
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 11 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      It would not surprise me if he started on the bench.

      Liverpool should have enough about em to get by Southampton without him anyway.

      1. Rolls-Royce
        • 10 Years
        4 years, 7 months ago

        Agreed.

    7. Brosstan
      • 9 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      lel

      1. Rolls-Royce
        • 10 Years
        4 years, 7 months ago

        Nice input.

    8. Dsmythy
      • 7 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      Liverpool want that league now. He'll play every one.

  21. Studini
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 5 Years
    4 years, 7 months ago

    Quick question on who to start - Montoya or Che Adams?

    1. MaverickNILRG
      • 9 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      Montoya

    2. Goat
      • 6 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      Mont

    3. FPL Forward Thinker
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 5 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      Trust your instincts

      1. FPL Forward Thinker
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 5 Years
        4 years, 7 months ago

        Don’t be influenced by others

    4. Miguel Sanchez
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 7 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      Montoya

    5. Camino Aleatorio
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 5 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      I this case, it does not matter- both are a complete waste of money

    6. Studini
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 5 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      Thanks all!

  22. IN SANE IN DE BRUYNE
    • 7 Years
    4 years, 7 months ago

    My plan was to wildcard GW3. Already unhappy with my team. Should I just pull the trigger?

    1. Goat
      • 6 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      Yes

    2. SADIO SANÉ
      • 8 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      nah, just get Auba/Salah this week and then do it

      1. IN SANE IN DE BRUYNE
        • 7 Years
        4 years, 7 months ago

        I have Salah. Actually my team is not really bad but there is a few spots that just really annoys me. Switched TAA to Robbo last minute. Got KWP for some reason. Want to bring in Montoya but already have Ryan in goal. Etc.

        1. MaverickNILRG
          • 9 Years
          4 years, 7 months ago

          Its all good then. Ryan to Montoya is a lateral move at the moment. Robbo is fine, he should be okay. With this little info stay and use the two FT's to fix some areas you want. You'll be good.

          1. IN SANE IN DE BRUYNE
            • 7 Years
            4 years, 7 months ago

            Feel a bit better already. Thank you mate.

            1. MaverickNILRG
              • 9 Years
              4 years, 7 months ago

              All good

        2. Swanremainsthesame
          • 8 Years
          4 years, 7 months ago

          If not WC this week, kwp is actually a highest sub 5.5 defence pick for next 6 weeks

          1. IN SANE IN DE BRUYNE
            • 7 Years
            4 years, 7 months ago

            Aurier is on his way back though, no?

    3. Je suis le chat
      • 10 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      Nah, wait 3 days and use you 2 transfers wisely.

      1. IN SANE IN DE BRUYNE
        • 7 Years
        4 years, 7 months ago

        Wish I would be a wise FPL manager.

    4. Swanremainsthesame
      • 8 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      Go on, tho please be sure to pick all last weeks points getters, Pukki, rashford,McGinn, ...
      the rest of us have our own OR to consider, every little helps

    5. Limited & Mediocre Mana…
      • 7 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      Yes, and then write down how much regret you have with no WC for GW3

  23. Four Hit Wonder
    • 6 Years
    4 years, 7 months ago

    Do we know if Emerson is nailed and what's going on with Alonso?

    1. EMBOLOFAN
      • 5 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      yes

      1. IN SANE IN DE BRUYNE
        • 7 Years
        4 years, 7 months ago

        Yeah, Alonso not first choice anymore.

    2. Rainer
      • 7 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      Looks Emerson’s spot to lose.

      Resting.

    3. Miguel Sanchez
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 7 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      Looks promising

    4. Four Hit Wonder
      • 6 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      Nice 5.5m value then.

      1. Camino Aleatorio
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 5 Years
        4 years, 7 months ago

        Rather get a 5.5 defender on a good defense - also, other than Azpilicueta and Kepa, not sure that any Chelsea are nailed.

  24. Rolls-Royce
    • 10 Years
    4 years, 7 months ago

    Pukki(c) could payoff this GW...

    1. Miguel Sanchez
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 7 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      It really could

    2. Epic Fail
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      It could also not pay off.

    3. MaverickNILRG
      • 9 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      Love the Pukki idea. Don't have the balls to stray from Salah just yet.

      1. Rolls-Royce
        • 10 Years
        4 years, 7 months ago

        Owning him could be differential enough perhaps

    4. MaverickNILRG
      • 9 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      Possibly. I'm very tempted. Only thing keeping me is Pukki's fixutres. Geri D to Pukki is thenone move I would make....however, I'm just gonna slide Dunk in and bench Geri D to bank the 2 ft's. I def want to see Pukki light up Newcastle though.

      1. MaverickNILRG
        • 9 Years
        4 years, 7 months ago

        And yes, that's right I had Dunk, and his 11 points, first sub on my bench this weekend. Kick in the dong to start.

        1. Rolls-Royce
          • 10 Years
          4 years, 7 months ago

          Ouch, but you did get your bench right it seems. Dunk looks like a BAPs magnet too.

          1. MaverickNILRG
            • 9 Years
            4 years, 7 months ago

            Thanks...i thought so. After Friday's press conference I went back to Geri D as he was my original. I should've just trusted my gut as I'm sure Geri D is not 100% fit as he came off at half time in a game they were chasing.

  25. Yank Revolution
    • 12 Years
    4 years, 7 months ago

    "Cheers for match referee Stephanie Frappart"

    As the first female to take charge of a UEFA sanctioned male match, her name was met by cheers when announced over the stadium's PA system.

    1. Miguel Sanchez
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 7 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      In a good way right?

      1. Yank Revolution
        • 12 Years
        4 years, 7 months ago

        Yes

        1. Miguel Sanchez
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 7 Years
          4 years, 7 months ago

          Good stuff

    2. Epic Fail
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      Why are they assuming Stephanie's gender?

      1. Miguel Sanchez
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 7 Years
        4 years, 7 months ago

        So un-woke

      2. Brosstan
        • 9 Years
        4 years, 7 months ago

        Xir would be really annoyed if xir knew what people were saying

    3. Je suis le chat
      • 10 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      Major milestone, congrats to the female refereeing team. be great when gay footballers can come out more freely.

      1. Epic Fail
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 13 Years
        4 years, 7 months ago

        I'm pretty sure they can come out freely if they want to be honest.

        Not that they should feel the need though. Who really cares.

        1. Four Hit Wonder
          • 6 Years
          4 years, 7 months ago

          I'm a psychonaut. There. I came out. The world must be thrilled to have that info about me.

    4. Four Hit Wonder
      • 6 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      She'll be just as corrupt as the others.

    5. Party time
        4 years, 7 months ago

        If she could ref my balls, I won't mind.

        1. L S P
          • 8 Years
          4 years, 7 months ago

          Pretty sure she'd send off the both of them. and it would be the right decision, no var needed.

    6. Over Midwicket
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 12 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      Feel like the upvote has lost all meaning nowadays. People seem to use it on any random and pointless post..

      1. Epic Fail
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 13 Years
        4 years, 7 months ago

        Any examples of a random and pointless post?

      2. Maddi Son
        • 6 Years
        4 years, 7 months ago

        Upvoted.

      3. TheDragon
        • 5 Years
        4 years, 7 months ago

        Subtle attempt to get upvotes?

        It is true though that ‘funny’ posts are upvoted much more than good FPL advice. But when you combine the two.....

      4. Brosstan
        • 9 Years
        4 years, 7 months ago

        As opposed to your tedious "ban" posting whenever someone posts anything at all?

      5. Ógie
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 11 Years
        4 years, 7 months ago

        Everyone has their vote and it is up to them what they want to do with it.

        What may be pointless for you may mean something to another person and vice versa.

    7. jtreble
      • 7 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      No TAA?

      1. Epic Fail
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 13 Years
        4 years, 7 months ago

        No.

        1. jtreble
          • 7 Years
          4 years, 7 months ago

          Did Klopp provide any explanation for why TAA was not selected?

          1. GREEN IS GOOD
            • 7 Years
            4 years, 7 months ago

            he's being loaned to Derby because Gomez is first choice now

    8. Rinseboy
      • 12 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      I'm still fuming about the Martial price rise. Was looking at Moura to Martial all last night but didn't do it in case of any injuries in this super cup game and he was on 60%! dickheads at FPL Towers

      1. FPL Forward Thinker
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 5 Years
        4 years, 7 months ago

        My martial is still at 7.5 - see you him for £ 17.50

        1. FPL Forward Thinker
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 5 Years
          4 years, 7 months ago

          *sell

      2. Brosstan
        • 9 Years
        4 years, 7 months ago

        You'll be happy after Martial's insipid display and 69 minute sub against Wolves.

      3. Lokako
        • 9 Years
        4 years, 7 months ago

        Martial will score 2 goals and moura will blank + yellow. You read it here first

      4. Rolls-Royce
        • 10 Years
        4 years, 7 months ago

        Martial was awful against Chelsea. Alexis could be lurking if he doesn't improve his gameplay.

    9. FPL Forward Thinker
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 5 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      Can you pay ff Scout membership in instalments?

      I’d like it for £15 as per the video price

    10. jimmyabs1987
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 6 Years
      4 years, 7 months ago

      Play 2 for GW 2:

      Jota (MUN H)
      Robertson (CRY H)
      Perez (Chelsea A)

      1. HurriKane
        • 11 Years
        4 years, 7 months ago

        Robbo Jota