Scout Notes

The best Everton players to sign as Calvert-Lewin posts big FPL points haul

Everton 5-2 West Brom

  • Goals: Dominic Calvert-Lewin x3 (£7.1m), James Rodríguez (£7.5m), Michael Keane (£5.0m) | Grady Diangana (£5.5m), Matheus Pereira (£6.0m)
  • Assists: Richarlison x3 (£8.0m), Rodriguez | M Pereira
  • Red cards: Kieran Gibbs (£4.5m)
  • Bonus Points: Calvert-Lewin x3, Rodríguez x2, Richarlison x1

Fantasy Premier League managers who jumped onto the Everton bandwagon early were richly rewarded with a goalfest at Goodison Park.

But it was largely only those who invested in the attacking assets who enjoyed watching a 5-2 win over West Bromwich Albion, which featured some clinical finishing, as well as questionable defending from both sides.

Dominic Calvert-Lewin (£7.1m) was the match’s top-scoring player, registering his first career hat-trick and taking his goal-tally for the season to four in two matches.

The Englishman appears to have finally picked up where he left off pre-lockdown. After a disappointing run of performances during Project Restart, Calvert-Lewin has put in two shot-laden displays reminiscent of Carlo Ancelotti’s early days at Everton.

“(Ancelotti) is on me every day for one-touch finishes and being in the right area of the pitch to find the back of the net. It’s nice that what we’re working on in training is coming off in matches.” – Dominic Calvert-Lewin

The mid-priced forward stalked the six-yard box like a true poacher all afternoon, getting just rewards for his presence in that area of the pitch.

The first goal came as Calvert-Lewin pounced on a loose ball after a defensive header, back-heeling it over the line. Then he slid in at the back-post to help Richarlison‘s (£8.0m) effort from a tight angle into the net. And he leapt highest to connect with a James Rodríguez (£7.5m) cross just after the hour-mark, turning it in with his back.

It could have been an even more memorable afternoon for Calvert-Lewin, as he missed an easy chance in the early exchanges, nodding a Rodríguez corner wide at the far post.

There will be those that point to Kieran Gibbs‘ (£4.5m) red card in first-half stoppage time as a key reason for Everton’s domination of this fixture and Calvert-Lewin’s 17-point haul. However, it must be said that West Bromwich Albion were guilty of poor defending across the entire fixture, not just after going down to 10 men. At the very least, that is good news for Chelsea attackers in Gameweek 3, while Southampton host the Baggies in Gameweek 4.

When Calvert-Lewin was showing this kind of form at the start of the calendar year, he was close to becoming fixture-proof, so considering the appealing nature of the upcoming fixtures, there is sure to be more to come.

Calvert-Lewin faces Crystal Palace (away), Brighton (home), Liverpool (home) and Southampton (away) between now and Gameweek 6, fixtures which are sure to encourage investment.

Fantasy managers may want to keep an eye on Ancelotti’s subsequent press conferences in the next week though, just to be safe. With the game tied up at 5-2, Calvert-Lewin was replaced by Alex Iwobi (£6.0m) in the 71st minute and sat down with an ice-pack on his hamstring. The player himself did report that all was fine after the full-time whistle, while his manager did not touch on the subject.

“Yeah absolutely, my hamstring’s fine.” – Dominic Calvert-Lewin

Calvert-Lewin’s 17-point haul is likely to overshadow impressive performances elsewhere in Everton team, which Fantasy managers should certainly make themselves aware of.

Despite not getting onto the scoresheet for the second match in a row, Richarlison was dangerous once again, his role in the Everton front-line yielding three assists. That made for a Gameweek 2 score of 12 points, just five short of Calvert-Lewin’s total.

The first assist came as he teed up Rodríguez on the stroke of half-time, it was his saved shot that was turned home on the rebound by Michael Keane (£5.0m) after the interval and Calvert-Lewin turned in his wide-angled shot just after the hour-mark.

Considering the price difference between Everton’s two FPL forwards, Richarlison is likely to be the least popular of the two for any Fantasy managers chasing the best avenue for investment. But with Richarlison’s constant threat, and appealing fixtures, his 11.2% ownership will be more than happy to hold.

However, there will be significantly more attention on Rodríguez, whose midfield classification could be enough to tempt Fantasy managers to pay a little bit extra for his services in comparison to Calvert-Lewin.

The Colombian international was equally as impressive against West Bromwich Albion as in his Premier League debut at Spurs, although against more favourable opposition, he was able to get on the ball much closer to the penalty area.

Furthermore, Rodríguez confirmed on Saturday that he will be giving Lucas Digne (£6.1m) a run for his money in terms of set piece responsibilities, as he finished the game joint-top for corners (five).

As a result, Rodríguez came away with a goal and an assist, making for a 12-point haul. Like was the case with Richarlison and Calvert-Lewin, it could have been an even bigger haul for the midfielder, as he was denied two more assists by his team-mates. It was Rodríguez’s corner that Calvert-Lewin put wide early on, while he might have got an assist for a Richarlison goal in the second half, had Calvert-Lewin not helped it over the line at the last.

Rodríguez’s presence in the team, both in terms of threat and creativity, is not only enough to justify considering him for Fantasy inclusion, but it is clear the likes of Richarlison and Calvert-Lewin are benefiting from playing alongside the former Real Madrid and Bayern Munich midfielder. In their first three matches in all competitions this season, Everton have totalled 64 shots on goal, an average of 21.3 per game.

“Dominic Calvert-Lewin started really well. Today he was the top scorer but Richarlison did really well and had a lot of opportunities. He had support from James, who is doing really well in this period. He has a fantastic desire to play and he loves to play with us.” – Carlo Ancelotti.

“As a centre-forward it’s nice to have (Rodríguez) when you think about the level he’s played at.” – Dominic Calvert-Lewin

However, while Fantasy managers had plenty to fawn over in terms of Everton’s attacking credentials, Ancelotti’s defence largely failed to live up to expectations set by last week’s win over Spurs.

While Allan (£5.5m) has added so much needed bite to Everton’s midfield, and Abdoulaye Doucouré (£5.5m) had a good afternoon in terms of mopping up loose balls in midfield, neither one could legislate for the errors that led to West Bromwich Albion scoring twice at Goodison Park.

Jordan Pickford‘s (£5.0m) distribution was poor, which set the tone among Everton’s defence in terms of giving the ball away. When West Bromwich Albion won possession high up the pitch in the 10th minute, Yerry Mina (£5.5m) allowed Grady Diangana (£5.5m) too much space and time to fire in the opening goal. 

Shortly afterwards, West Brom caught Everton napping at the back once again, Jake Livermore (£5.0m) left unmarked to rattle Pickford’s right-hand post.

While the Baggies were able to add a second goal via a Matheus Pereira  (£6.0m) free-kick in the second half, the sending off certainly eased the pressure on Everton’s defence, so it will be interesting to see how Ancelotti and their players respond for the trip to Crystal Palace. They also face Liverpool in Gameweek 5…

“The result doesn’t reflect what really happened on the pitch. In the first half, they (West Brom) were better but we had a good reaction to their goal and the game was easier in the second half. We have to be better at the back but I have seen more ambition, motivation and focus (in the new season) and we have to pay attention as every game can be difficult. I am happy with a great result but if you look a performance, there are lot of points in which we we can do better. We were without balance at the beginning but after two games it’s normal that everything is not perfect” – Carlo Ancelotti

Everton’s defensive issues ensured a frustrating afternoon for those invested in Digne, who picked up more than 300,000 new owners for Gameweek 2. As he conceded two goals and did not manage an attacking return, the Frenchman followed up last week’s 12-pointer with a round score of just one.

That said, there was still plenty to admire in Digne’s performance, with enough indicators of his Fantasy potential this season.

The Frenchman was a constant thorn in West Brom’s side, the most targetted player of any pass from Rodríguez on Saturday afternoon. As a result, Digne was heavily involved in Everton’s attacking play down the left-hand side and high up the pitch. While the Colombian is likely to reduce Digne’s set piece appeal compared to last season, the left-back remains involved. In fact, he crashed Sam Johnstone‘s (£4.5m) crossbar with a venomous direct free-kick around the hour-mark. Further big hauls are almost certainly around the corner…

Everton XI (4-3-3): Pickford; Digne, Mina, Keane, Coleman; Doucouré (Sigurdsson 65′), Allan, Gomes; Richarlison, Calvert-Lewin (Iwobi 71′), Rodríguez (Kean 78′).

West Bromwich Albion XI (5-4-1): Johnstone; Gibbs, O’Shea, Bartley, Ajayi, Furlong; Diangana (Edwards 71′), Sawyers (Field 75′), Livermore, M Pereira (M Phillips 71′); C Robinson.

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  1. Oooof
    • 8 Years
    3 years, 6 months ago

    With United’s title dreams over after one week, I’m so glad I didn’t wildcard too early to stock up on their assets!

    1. @persecuted_by_mods
        3 years, 6 months ago

        They shouldn't have even been dreaming about a title, dead club

    2. pingissimus
      • 5 Years
      3 years, 6 months ago

      Everton defence?

      Thought they looked iffy first half against Spurs. How were they yesterday? Two at home to WBA doesn’t enthuse me

      1. @persecuted_by_mods
          3 years, 6 months ago

          They were terrible defensively, team looks super unbalanced at the minute and very susceptible to counters

        • Oooof
          • 8 Years
          3 years, 6 months ago

          It was an even game until Gibbs got himself sent off.

          Pickford doesn’t inspire confidence in me.

          Obvs one of the WBA goals was a worldie that would have beaten anyone.

          If I was to have a defensive asset from the Ev it would be Digne who Rodríguez looked for a lot.

        • R.C
          • 6 Years
          3 years, 6 months ago

          Pickford is not good enough. I'd avoid Everton defence. Their full backs have attacking potential though as they use a diamond mid

        • jia you
          • 7 Years
          3 years, 6 months ago

          I'd avoid Pickford and their defence (bar Digne who is a standout option)

      2. bigdip
        • 11 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        Shall I do Auba to:
        A) KDB
        B) Sterling

        And also will KDB rise tonight?

        1. Duffy Dunk
          • 7 Years
          3 years, 6 months ago

          Too early to know, let's see how they do tomorrow.
          Both of them could play bad & not justify getting.

          1. bigdip
            • 11 Years
            3 years, 6 months ago

            true. cheers

          2. Rojo's Modern Life
            • 13 Years
            3 years, 6 months ago

            Picking Season keeper players on one poor game seems an odd way to play

      3. LewanGOALski
        • 12 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        Tierney & Auba ➡ Saiss & KDB/Sterling for (-4)?
        Worth it..?

        1. Sandesh_
          • 6 Years
          3 years, 6 months ago

          imo ..yes

        2. jia you
          • 7 Years
          3 years, 6 months ago

          no brainer move if no other fires to put out

        3. Duffy Dunk
          • 7 Years
          3 years, 6 months ago

          Possibly...

      4. Captain Vantastic™
        • 12 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        Auba and Son to Sterling and KDB?

        1. SB007
          • 6 Years
          3 years, 6 months ago

          2m to 200k so far this gw

        2. jia you
          • 7 Years
          3 years, 6 months ago

          Salah and one of the City mids better imo

          1. Captain Vantastic™
            • 12 Years
            3 years, 6 months ago

            Already have Salah. Midf is Salah KDB Sterling and Hames

            1. jia you
              • 7 Years
              3 years, 6 months ago

              I can't see how that can work myself as it has to leave a couple of very weak spots in the rest of your team?

              1. Captain Vantastic™
                • 12 Years
                3 years, 6 months ago

                Yeah Wilson Mitrovic and Werner up top

                1. jia you
                  • 7 Years
                  3 years, 6 months ago

                  not terrible by any means but would be hard for you to jump on potential in form strikers such as Jimenez, Martial, Ings, DCL, Rich, etc from Mitro/Wilson...in saying that both of those could prove underpriced this season...GL mate!

                  1. Rojo's Modern Life
                    • 13 Years
                    3 years, 6 months ago

                    Can't have value everywhere tho can we

        3. Duffy Dunk
          • 7 Years
          3 years, 6 months ago

          I think that pair costs too much & may be considered overinvesting.
          They don't have the best fixtures either, 1 of these 11.5s should be enough for now.

      5. Bielsa Murderball
        • 3 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        How high up did bruno play yesterday?

        1. SB007
          • 6 Years
          3 years, 6 months ago

          Not high enough

        2. jia you
          • 7 Years
          3 years, 6 months ago

          Very as his head was in the clouds whilst Ole's was in the sand 😉

        3. Duffy Dunk
          • 7 Years
          3 years, 6 months ago

          He was spotted quite high during that theatrical jump.

        4. Shineonme
          • 7 Years
          3 years, 6 months ago

          Surprisingly not as high as I thought he would. Pogba kills Utd. He should be dropped next week.... hopefully 🙁

          1. jia you
            • 7 Years
            3 years, 6 months ago

            He's so overrated it's borderline criminal 🙁

            1. Shineonme
              • 7 Years
              3 years, 6 months ago

              ^ totally agree 100% ^

            2. Ginkapo FPL
              • 12 Years
              3 years, 6 months ago

              In 1 in 10 matches he is underated. He is a cup player

        5. Oooof
          • 8 Years
          3 years, 6 months ago

          High up until Van Der Beek came on upon which he dropped deep. Did a lot of box to box running to try and helpful that woeful Utd defence cope with Zaha and Schlupp’s runs.

      6. pingissimus
        • 5 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        Experienced and underrated manager
        Team tipped for relegation
        Great start to season
        Ability to ride out 1-0s
        Got Mahrez type

        Leicester 2015 and ?

        😀

        On a more serious note Palace looked very decent yesterday I thought. Could upset quite a few this time. Fulham good season under Roy not an unreasonable goal

        Guaita - who I all but got preseason is in for me. Kouyate may be worth looking at for others staying on 4.5 gk and holding WC. He’s now ahead of Kelly and Dann and zero sign of Cahill or Tomkins. Solid defence and some goal threat

        1. jia you
          • 7 Years
          3 years, 6 months ago

          They are so well drilled and very underrated

        2. Rasping Drive
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 14 Years
          3 years, 6 months ago

          I like the Guaita pick. Fixtures are great first half of the season. Didn’t see the match myself, but cracking result for Palace.

          1. jia you
            • 7 Years
            3 years, 6 months ago

            Yeah, I'm very tempted by Guaita on my wildcard but leaning towards Pope atm...tthat 0.5 itb could prove useful in the future though!

            1. pingissimus
              • 5 Years
              3 years, 6 months ago

              Burnley don’t have nice fixtures for cs. Historically they’re home against “other” teams. Regret getting Taylor in really without looking at fixtures carefully enough.

              Thinking cs count last time an anomaly. Palace to closely match them I’d say

              1. jia you
                • 7 Years
                3 years, 6 months ago

                Yeah, I'm likely being clouded by the fact that I've no attacker playing against them in their next 4 fixture whereas I have double Everton attack pus Werner against Guaita in the next two! I think I'll heed your advise though mate and go with Guaita and bank the 0.5. Cheers

                1. pingissimus
                  • 5 Years
                  3 years, 6 months ago

                  Best argument against is if you can identify Palace defender almost nailed

                  Mitchell I assume will lose out soon but looked cool enough yesterday. Kouyate should be good for a while but is poo just remembered. Ward? Again likely good for a while and can be matched with Ferguson for a 4.25 perhaps

          2. pingissimus
            • 5 Years
            3 years, 6 months ago

            Yep

            Guaita is a smart pick Imo . Essentially Pope at 5.0.

            Nice thing is high save count and 50% cs against bottom 10 over 2 seasons. Neither Brighton or Southampton are likely to try and maintain a 1-0 if they go ahead against bottom feeders.

            Really cross with myself that I ducked him 2 seasons in a row from GW1 - in 100% for me. Sole worry is injury record. His points total is only down really because of regular missed matches

      7. Bielsa Murderball
        • 3 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        what to do with bruno cuz i feel that he isnt playing very high up?

      8. Alexis Nonsense
        • 8 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        Can I live without Werner for one week (vs. WBA!)

        Or is a hit fair to get him in?

        Not taken hits yet so might actually be fine doing it

        1. Duffy Dunk
          • 7 Years
          3 years, 6 months ago

          If CHE look good goin forward today, in combination with WBA's defensive weakness, it may make getting a CHE attacker for gw3 a priority.

        2. jia you
          • 7 Years
          3 years, 6 months ago

          DCL got his first ever hattie against them so I'm guessing that Werner scores at least 9!

      9. Weeb Kakashi
        • 8 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        Cue a Bissouma goal.

      10. FOO FIGHTER
        • 4 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        Now what to do with Bruno? At least I have 2mil in the bank to get in either Sterling or KDB pending their match.

        1. Rasping Drive
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 14 Years
          3 years, 6 months ago

          Keep surely?

        2. pingissimus
          • 5 Years
          3 years, 6 months ago

          Hold

          Handball pens. Salah last week and Zaha this. He’ll get his share.

          Only reason to duck now is if you want double City against Leeds

          1. HNI
            • 10 Years
            3 years, 6 months ago

            What if you want Zaha+Rodriguez at Bruno's expense?

            1. pingissimus
              • 5 Years
              3 years, 6 months ago

              Hmmmm

              Dilemma. Had been waiting to GW5 for Zaha and major fixture turn. Trying to work a midfield here where there’s also a slot for Puli.

              But Bruno held long still feels good value to me.,That I think was rust and a bizarre selection with a 10 man James team. United were significantly better after break.

      11. Steve The Spud
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 4 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        On wc

        Robbo or Digne + 0.9?

        Other pool asset is salah and Everton dcl

        1. The Knights Template
          • 10 Years
          3 years, 6 months ago

          Digne

        2. J ⚒ Gimme ur Mané
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 9 Years
          3 years, 6 months ago

          Robbo

      12. Emiliano Sala
        • 7 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        jesus or jimenez to bring ?
        jimenez got really great fixtures
        buut jesus is city's striker these days

        1. The Knights Template
          • 10 Years
          3 years, 6 months ago

          Jimenez for the consistency and fixtures

        2. lilmessipran
          • 11 Years
          3 years, 6 months ago

          Jimi

        3. ⚔★Vibudh★⚔
          • 7 Years
          3 years, 6 months ago

          Jimenez safe option and has the fixtures as well

        4. Azathoth
          • 9 Years
          3 years, 6 months ago

          Viva Mexico!!!!

      13. lilmessipran
        • 11 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        Ramsdale
        Taa Robbo Reece kwp
        Auba Salah son asm
        Werner che

        4 0 bissouma Davies Ferguson.. 2 Ft 0 itb which looks better

        A Taa + Auba + asm to Saiss + kdb + 8.5 mid
        B Auba + Asm to kdb + Podence/klich
        C any other?

        1. lilmessipran
          • 11 Years
          3 years, 6 months ago

          Option A is a 4 pt hit

        2. ⚔★Vibudh★⚔
          • 7 Years
          3 years, 6 months ago

          B

      14. Sz21
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 12 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        Auba-> KDB (or possibly Sterling who I expect to do very well).
        Anything else standing out? For example-
        1. Save.
        2. Shaw- Saiss.
        3. ASM- Klich/Podence.
        4. Salah- Sterling.
        5. Adams- Brewster.

        McCarthy.
        Shaw, TAA, Ayling.
        Auba, Salah, Son ASM.
        Werner, DCL, Adams.
        Button, Bissouma, Mitchell, Justin.
        2ft, 0.5m ITB.

      15. Right In The Stanchion
        • 4 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        If Wilson fails to score today I’m selling for Werner for a hit and captaining.

        Werner is going to destroy Albion

        1. ⚔★Vibudh★⚔
          • 7 Years
          3 years, 6 months ago

          That's a lot of money itb but yeah sounds good

        2. Hotdogs for Tea
          • 8 Years
          3 years, 6 months ago

          what does scoring today have to do with the transfer ?

          1. Right In The Stanchion
            • 4 Years
            3 years, 6 months ago

            I have Bamford DCL and Wilson, the other two are scored well. Was always my play to get in Werner.

            If Wilson scores we’ll he stays for 1 more week and I get Werner next gw.

            1. Hotdogs for Tea
              • 8 Years
              3 years, 6 months ago

              but what does it matter if Wilson scores or not ? doesn’t change your transfer at all or the potential points next week?

      16. ⚔★Vibudh★⚔
        • 7 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        RMT
        McCarthy (Steer)
        TAA Davies Justin KWP(Mitchell)
        Salah KDB Hamez (Bissouma)(Reed)
        Werner Ings Wilson

        0ft,1.5 itb

        Any of these worth a hit?
        A) Davies to Saiss
        B) Reed to Podence/Klich
        C) Ings to Jimenez/Jesus

        1. Hotdogs for Tea
          • 8 Years
          3 years, 6 months ago

          can’t find Hamez in the game ?
          Defence dodgy
          Ings & Soton look rusty

          would change ...

          (Steer) Davies Justin KWP(Mitchell) (Bissouma)(Reed) Ings

          WC? 😉

      17. davies
        • 9 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        Is Bamford a trap?

        1. jia you
          • 7 Years
          3 years, 6 months ago

          Nope, great value, only trouble is there are so many other options

        2. Hotdogs for Tea
          • 8 Years
          3 years, 6 months ago

          awful player but looking very good at the moment

          1. davies
            • 9 Years
            3 years, 6 months ago

            Disagree - finishing has always been his issue however

            1. Not again Shirley
              • 7 Years
              3 years, 6 months ago

              Lol quite a big issue if that is your primary task.

              1. pingissimus
                • 5 Years
                3 years, 6 months ago

                Match him against 5.5 mids.

                If you want a “power” midfield and lose Koucek/Klich as 8th atttacker he seems a good option

            2. Hotdogs for Tea
              • 8 Years
              3 years, 6 months ago

              a striker that has a problem finishing to me translates into ‘awful player’ 😉

          2. pingissimus
            • 5 Years
            3 years, 6 months ago

            Good player but poor finisher Is my take - helps make Bielsa system tick.

      18. deanchatt
        • 11 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        If owning only one would you go for DCL or James?

        1. ⚔★Vibudh★⚔
          • 7 Years
          3 years, 6 months ago

          I would say James because there are not too many mid options in that range while there are lots of strikers

        2. Duffy Dunk
          • 7 Years
          3 years, 6 months ago

          DCL

        3. jia you
          • 7 Years
          3 years, 6 months ago

          DCL, Digne, James, Richarlison, Doucoure would be my preferences in order

        4. Phil's Stamps
          • 13 Years
          3 years, 6 months ago

          James

      19. Duffy Dunk
        • 7 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        I hope a CHE mid does well today, to give another option apart from Werner.

      20. villian-ty
        • 14 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        Is it time for me to WC?

        McCarthy Nyland
        TAA KWP Brainthathe Davies Taylor
        Salah Auba Soucek Hamez Havertz
        Werner Brewster Wilson

        1. Dreams
          • 7 Years
          3 years, 6 months ago

          No. Looks pretty decent tbh.

          1. villian-ty
            • 14 Years
            3 years, 6 months ago

            already 30 points behind leader

            1. kennethrhcp
              • Fantasy Football Scout Member
              • 13 Years
              3 years, 6 months ago

              I know it's easier said than done but dont panic too early

            2. Duffy Dunk
              • 7 Years
              3 years, 6 months ago

              Resist. It's too early

        2. Hotdogs for Tea
          • 8 Years
          3 years, 6 months ago

          yes

      21. FOO FIGHTER
        • 4 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        Maybe KDB will play deeper as City defence without Laporte is an accident waiting to happen?

        1. kennethrhcp
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 13 Years
          3 years, 6 months ago

          In sitting tight on transfers til I see them

          1. FOO FIGHTER
            • 4 Years
            3 years, 6 months ago

            Me too!

      22. Bielsa Murderball
        • 3 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        james or zaha?

        1. @persecuted_by_mods
            3 years, 6 months ago

            I've got James, don't wanna overthink it and be too smart but Zaha in strike seems the better option

            1. HNI
              • 10 Years
              3 years, 6 months ago

              How do you think both of them at cost of Bruno?

              1. @persecuted_by_mods
                  3 years, 6 months ago

                  Can work in short patches not long term

            2. Ibra
              • 5 Years
              3 years, 6 months ago

              Hames

          • Right In The Stanchion
            • 4 Years
            3 years, 6 months ago

            Can we get 1-1 Southampton v Spurs long and Lamela goals today please.

            1. @persecuted_by_mods
                3 years, 6 months ago

                We're getting 2-2 ings and Kane scoring

                1. Azathoth
                  • 9 Years
                  3 years, 6 months ago

                  Saints 2-1 Ings brace - Son

              • The Wanton Trader
                • 6 Years
                3 years, 6 months ago

                Sounds about right.

            2. HNI
              • 10 Years
              3 years, 6 months ago

              So Bruno posted amazing stats fornkeypasses and shots vs CPL inspite of loss and has easy bha TOT new next 3 but Zaha+Rodriguez have easy matches long term too
              Help me pick:
              1) Bruno + Bur/Lei defender evry gw
              2) Zaha + Rodriguez(Switch with Foden/Greenwood/Ziyech with changing matches)
              On option 2 but its basically going Manutd less and Bruno had highest ppg last season and penalties look to be increasing

              1. jia you
                • 7 Years
                3 years, 6 months ago

                don't like either option if I'm honest but prefer option 1

                1. HNI
                  • 10 Years
                  3 years, 6 months ago

                  Having to keep Taa salah kdb werner in one team has its issues.

            3. JaydenLFC87
              • 10 Years
              3 years, 6 months ago

              All injuries being ok after today this is the WC team I have decided on,

              Martinez
              Lewis Mitchell VVD
              Zaha Rodríguez KDB Salah
              Wilson DCL

              Steer KWP Brewster Burr

              Can I get a general consensus as to whether this is a good team for the Gameweeks to come or if there is any room for improvement?

              1. JaydenLFC87
                • 10 Years
                3 years, 6 months ago

                Sorry there is also Abameyang in that midfield

                1. The Knights Template
                  • 10 Years
                  3 years, 6 months ago

                  Looks better without

              2. The Wanton Trader
                • 6 Years
                3 years, 6 months ago

                Missing a player mate

              3. The Wanton Trader
                • 6 Years
                3 years, 6 months ago

                It’s decent

            4. The Reptile
              • Fantasy Football Scout Member
              • 12 Years
              3 years, 6 months ago

              Hames was on 103 last at about 1.30 but didn't rise
              Can someone explain this, how is that price Change site so unreliable?
              I bought him in but kept Ings as he was only - 100.2 so thought he'd be ok but he dropped

              1. Sanchit
                • 8 Years
                3 years, 6 months ago

                FPL tweak their algorithm a bit every year.
                It takes a bit of time for price change sites to exactly track this, and they can't be fully trusted in the first few gameweeks.

            5. davies
              • 9 Years
              3 years, 6 months ago

              Got a feeling Adams will be benched today - any potential replacements I should be considering?

              Similar price range if possible...

              1. @persecuted_by_mods
                  3 years, 6 months ago

                  None sadly, they all did bad yesterday

                  1. davies
                    • 9 Years
                    3 years, 6 months ago

                    Bamford?

                    1. @persecuted_by_mods
                        3 years, 6 months ago

                        I was just joking mate, take your pick mitro bamford Antonio

                  2. FOO FIGHTER
                    • 4 Years
                    3 years, 6 months ago

                    See how Watkins does.

                • Kristobal
                  • 12 Years
                  3 years, 6 months ago

                  Any thoughts about Batshuayi and Rodrigo Moreno? Why they aren’t starters in their clubs?

                  1. The Wanton Trader
                    • 6 Years
                    3 years, 6 months ago

                    Both players are relatively new to their clubs, but equally not first choice by any means...

                  2. Andy'81
                    • 6 Years
                    3 years, 6 months ago

                    Neither had any preseason with their respective new clubs so neither walked straight into the first team but both will likely get starts eventually.

                • Sanchit
                  • 8 Years
                  3 years, 6 months ago

                  DCL or Richarlison?

                  1. Bielsa Murderball
                    • 3 Years
                    3 years, 6 months ago

                    DCL

                  2. The Wanton Trader
                    • 6 Years
                    3 years, 6 months ago

                    DCL.
                    Cheaper and in great form.

                    Richarlison also seems to be playing ROOP, although did get a bit of time upfront towards the end of the game, which was interesting...