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The Scout Squad’s best players for FPL Blank Gameweek 29

There is a much smaller pool of players for our Scout Squad panel to choose from in Blank Gameweek 29, with only eight teams in Premier League action.

For those new to this feature, Fantasy Football Scout editor David, deputy editor Neale, video content manager Andy and Pro Pundit Tom each put forward an 18-man long-list of players and explain their notable inclusions and omissions below.

The assets listed will then be narrowed down to a squad of 15 (with the starting XI not exceeding a total cost of £83.0m) for the weekly Scout Picks selection ahead of the FPL deadline at 18:30 GMT on Friday.

In each writer’s squad, there are requirements for at least:

  • One goalkeeper costing £5.0m or less
  • One sub-£5.0m defender
  • One midfielder listed at £6.5m or below
  • One forward priced at £7.5m or lower

Each panelist is also restricted to no more than three players from the same team, as is the case in FPL.

We will again be adding a captaincy to the Scout Picks, with details of that revealed on Friday.

DavidNealeTomAndy
GKRobert SanchezRobert SanchezHugo LlorisRobert Sanchez
Illan MeslierEmiliano MartinezAlphonse AreolaAlphonse Areola
Alphonse AreolaAlphonse AreolaIllan MeslierIllan Meslier
DFLewis DunkTosin AdarabioyoLewis DunkLewis Dunk
Joël VeltmanLewis DunkKieran TierneyJoël Veltman
Stuart DallasStuart DallasStuart DallasAaron Cresswell
Kieran TierneyAaron CresswellJoël VeltmanStuart Dallas
Ola AinaSergio ReguilonAaron CresswellKieran Tierney
MFJesse LingardPascal GrossPierre-Emerick AubameyangGareth Bale
Gareth BaleJesse LingardLeandro TrossardPierre-Emerick Aubameyang
Pierre-Emerick AubameyangGareth BaleAdemola LookmanRaphinha
RaphinhaRaphinhaJesse LingardLucas Moura
Lucas MouraEmile Smith RoweRaphinhaJesse Lingard
FWHarry KaneHarry KaneHarry KaneHarry Kane
Michail AntonioPatrick BamfordAlexandre LacazetteJosh Maja
Ollie WatkinsMichail AntonioMichail AntonioPatrick Bamford
Josh MajaOllie WatkinsJosh MajaOllie Watkins
Alexandre LacazetteJosh MajaOllie WatkinsMichail Antonio

Most popular picks: Alphonse Areola, Lewis Dunk, Stuart Dallas, Jesse Lingard, Raphinha, Harry Kane, Ollie Watkins, Josh Maja, Michail Antonio (four), Robert Sanchez, Illan Meslier, Joel Veltman, Aaron Cresswell, Kieran Tierney, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, Gareth Bale (three)

DAVID SAID

With fewer fixtures than usual, I don’t feel quite so uncomfortable selecting three Brighton defenders.

Over the last four matches, only Chelsea have a superior total for expected goals conceded (xGC) than the Seagulls and, even though they have struggled to convert those underlying numbers into clean sheets, a home meeting with Newcastle looks as good a time as any to deliver.

The Magpies are without a number of key attackers and have blanked in two of their last three away matches.

Lewis Dunk can offer plenty of attacking threat too, I think. In the last four matches, Newcastle rank second-worst for conceding headed attempts on goal.

Meanwhile, Joël Veltman is top among all starting Blank Gameweek 29 defenders for minutes per expected goal involvement (xGI) during the same period. Whether he can turn that into points partially relies on him staying at wing-back against Newcastle.

I have also gone for representation from the Leeds defence considering Fulham have scored the fewest goals at home this season (eight). Illan Meslier has registered nine points or more in four of the last seven matches and is now the fourth-highest points-scorer among goalkeepers this season.

Stuart Dallas remains the best-value defender this season with 23.5 points per million spent and, considering he is in 23.3% of teams worldwide, he is an easy hold or inclusion on a Free Hit this week.

I fancy Kieran Tierney‘s chances in Blank Gameweek 29, less for defensive returns but attacking ones. West Ham have conceded 19 chances down their right-hand side over the last four matches, the second-highest in the Premier League. Meanwhile, Arsenal’s left-back is joint-top among his colleagues for key passes over the same period.

Of players with a fixture in Blank Gameweek 29, Jesse Lingard is joint-second for big chances over the last four matches while no player in the top flight has registered more shots on target than him. Arsenal are worse at defending their right flank than their left, opening the door for Lingard to continue his impressive form.

Over the last four matches, Gareth Bale has two double-figure hauls while Harry Kane remains one of the best statistical performers. During that period, he is second among all players for shots on target and behind only Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang for minutes per goal involvement.

As an aside, Arsenal’s premium midfielder could also benefit from West Ham’s issues defending their right flank if Alexandre Lacazette starts and pushes him back to a left-wing role.

NEALE SAID

With there being such a small number of clubs from which to choose our players from, we’re faced with the unusual and borderline farcical scenario of doubling or trebling up on assets from certain teams while also selecting players from their opponents.

Fulham v Leeds United is a case in point, as I’ve plumped for three very obvious picks from Marcelo Bielsa’s side while still fancying the Cottagers to edge what I expect will be a very tight affair.

Raphinha, Patrick Bamford and the potentially out-of-position Stuart Dallas will be staples of many Free Hit squads this week and given the tiny pool of players we have at our disposal, it’d be perverse to not mention or include them even though my gut tells me that the clash in west London will go the way of the much-improved hosts.

I’ve selected Tosin Adarabioyo and Alphonse Areola as my Fulham defensive duo, with the former – whose total of 15 headed attempts from set plays is bettered by just two Premier League players in 2020/21 – capable of exploiting Leeds’ vulnerability at dead-ball situations. He’s also good for a bonus point if Scott Parker’s side do keep a clean sheet, having racked up more of them (11) than any of his teammates.

On the subject of clubs who have proven incapable of stopping the flow of chances from free-kicks and corners, Newcastle United have been shipping opportunities from set plays for fun for years.

Even just studying their last six matches, the Magpies are bottom for headed chances conceded. Joel Veltman may be the Fantasy hipster’s choice at present and posting some impressive underlying numbers but Lewis Dunk is the tried and tested option at both ends of the field; let’s not overlook the fact that he has scored more goals than Jamie Vardy and Son Heung-min combined over the last 14 Gameweeks.

Pascal Gross also gets the nod, with his role as chief corner-taker at the Albion helping him to 16 chances created over his last six matches, a total beaten by just three other Premier League players.

Incidentally, I very nearly went for the maverick pick of Andi Zeqiri and will be claiming some sort of moral victory if he delivers this weekend, while never mentioning this punt again if the opposite happens. He starred as a makeshift left wing-back in Gameweek 28 and could reprise that role against Newcastle’s suspect right flank if Dan Burn fails to recover in time for Saturday’s game.

There are barely five legitimate forwards to pick from in Gameweek 29 but there is a bit more choice in the middle of the park, with the likes of Lucas Moura (in the expected absence of Son Heung-min), Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, Bukayo Saka and Ademola Lookman all having strong claims for inclusion.

I’m certainly not ruling out an Aubameyang or Saka swoop but any Arsenal selection may hinge on the type of side Mikel Arteta sends out against Olympiacos on Thursday, with the Spaniard having shown a propensity to rotate around the Europa League of late.

I’ve gone for Emile Smith Rowe in the meantime, one of the cheapest FPL midfielders in the game. He starred on the left wing in the north London derby, creating twice as many chances as any other player, and he’ll be up against a West Ham side that has allowed more opportunities to be created from their right flank than all teams bar Newcastle over their last six games.

TOM SAID…

With 12 teams blanking in Gameweek 29, I’ve tripled up on five sides in my selections.

Investing in Brighton and Hove Albion looks like an obvious tactic as they host Newcastle United. They are clearly the best defensive play this week so a double-up at the back makes sense, via Lewis Dunk and Joël Veltman.

Further forward, Pascal Groß is a solid option, but for this specific match-up, I prefer Leandro Trossard. The 26-year-old was pushed up behind Danny Welbeck and Neal Maupay during the second-half at Southampton and scored the winning goal. However, I’m hoping to see him in his usual wide left role on Saturday, given that the Magpies have conceded more chances from their right flank than any other side over the last six matches.

Elsewhere, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is my top midfield pick, providing he reacts well to being dropped. If there are concerns though, Martin Ødegaard is a nice alternative. The Norwegian international has looked sharp in recent matches and has been taking up some good positions in and around the box. Kieran Tierney and Alexandre Lacazette also get the nod but this is a hard match to call, so in a week where our player pool is vastly reduced, I’ve also opted for West Ham United’s Aaron Cresswell, Jesse Lingard and Michail Antonio.

I’ve also taken three from Fulham: Alphonse Areola, Ademola Lookman and Josh Maja. Admittedly, Scott Parker’s side have been a little underwhelming going forward of late – they’ve scored just three in their last six – but if they can start to put away their chances, Lookman and Maja look well placed to profit. I’m not sure I fully trust the Cottagers, though, which is why I’ve called up Stuart Dallas, who can at least bring in points at both ends of the pitch, plus goalkeeper Illan Meslier and Raphinha.

Without Jack Grealish, Aston Villa have struggled despite games against Sheffield United and Newcastle. And if he misses out again, it’s hard to see them scoring against Tottenham Hotspur, unless they can find a moment of magic from Ollie Watkins. That leads me to Hugo Lloris, plus teammate Harry Kane, who will be a popular captain pick this week. Gareth Bale and Lucas Moura are noticeable omissions, but as I’m predicting a low-scoring affair, I favour others.

ANDY SAID

With so few fixtures, one-week teams and Free Hit squads should try and look for the chance to do something different to the crowd. For me, that’s triple Brighton defence. Out of all the teams that play in Gameweek 29, Newcastle have the worst expected goals (xG) for the season at 27.54 (an average of 0.98 per game). The Magpies may also be once again missing their first-choice front three, so they’re even limper in attack than usual.

Since Josh Maja started his first game for Fulham in Gameweek 24, only Mbaye Diagne has a higher non-penalty xG total than Maja. In fact, his xG per 90 minutes of 0.57 is fifth-best in the league from regular forwards. This is all based on a small sample size but this weekend he faces a defence that is great at giving up chances.

Harry Kane continues to impress with 4.31 expected goal involvements (xGI) over his last six matches. That’s higher than anyone else in the league. In that same time period, Aston Villa have conceded 50 shots in the box, the sixth-worst record in the division. If Emiliano Martínez finally has an off-day, there’s a good chance for goals in this one.

465 Comments Post a Comment
  1. merin
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 8 Years
    3 years, 11 days ago

    Any suggestions for transfers here?

    Martinez Areola
    Dias Cancelo Digne Dunk Targett
    Bruno Bale Son Gundogan Raphinha
    Kane Bamford Watkins

    1 FT, 1.0 ITB

    1. HammersXI
      • 11 Years
      3 years, 11 days ago

      Cancelo / Dias -> Dallas for a FT. 9 should be fine this week. Your team looks good for the long run so I'll keep the others

  2. Blue Moon Rising
    • 12 Years
    3 years, 11 days ago

    Those with Wilcard still in tact, when are you using?

    1. The Mighty One
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 14 Years
      3 years, 10 days ago

      31 for sure even though I’m itching to use it in 30.

  3. The Knights Template
    • 10 Years
    3 years, 11 days ago

    Might use TC this week for sneaky giggles.

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

      souceck?

    2. Tango74
      • 3 Years
      3 years, 11 days ago

      Why not, big differential

      Will be easier to pick bale or son.

      You be gutted if it worked and you not pick it

      1. Tango74
        • 3 Years
        3 years, 11 days ago

        Sorry bale or Kane

  4. Fernando Torres
    • 12 Years
    3 years, 11 days ago

    nest 3 defenders to start on free hit?

    1. ebb2sparky
      • 13 Years
      3 years, 11 days ago

      If I was on a FH I’d go Dunk and Dallas for sure. Third place would be Reguilon with a Fulham defender as sub in case he doesn’t play.

      1. Fernando Torres
        • 12 Years
        3 years, 11 days ago

        I think I agree with that

    2. HammersXI
      • 11 Years
      3 years, 11 days ago

      Tierney Dallas Dunk

      Reguillon and Cresswell if you're feeling punty

      1. ebb2sparky
        • 13 Years
        3 years, 11 days ago

        Do you think Arsenal will keep a clean sheet?

        1. HammersXI
          • 11 Years
          3 years, 11 days ago

          Unsure tbh. I do think I'll prefer him over a Fulham defender just for his attacking threat.

          It really depends on how Moyes sets up

  5. Shark Team
    • 6 Years
    3 years, 11 days ago

    Which 2 of Neto Jota Mount are the best to own after this gw?

    1. HammersXI
      • 11 Years
      3 years, 11 days ago

      I would go with Neto and Jota. both will be in my wildcard in 31

    2. Phil's Stamps
      • 13 Years
      3 years, 11 days ago

      Neto. Jota if you can't afford Salah. Not Mount.

  6. HammersXI
    • 11 Years
    3 years, 11 days ago

    Trying to get Dallas in but is any of these players worth a -4 transfer out?

    A) Dias
    B) Rudiger
    C) Digne

    Planning to WC in 31

    1. Gunners in Haaland
      • 4 Years
      3 years, 11 days ago

      A

      1. HammersXI
        • 11 Years
        3 years, 11 days ago

        Am actually considering it because Rudiger has a good game at WBA. Cheers man!

    2. ebb2sparky
      • 13 Years
      3 years, 11 days ago

      B and C look good picks for 30 so I’d be reluctant to sell either of them. You could sell Dias and bring back on a WC but depends on how much you paid for him. I’d probably avoid the hit but it is risky given Dallas ownership at the top.

      1. HammersXI
        • 11 Years
        3 years, 11 days ago

        Yeah, those are exactly my considerations. Because B and C have the fixtures I'm very unwilling to get rid of them. Dallas also has a good game vs Sheff and could haul (attacking threat) I got Dias at 5.8 and will sell for 5.9m, so that's 0.2m gone which is okay tbh during wildcard. I doubt he will be rising anytime soon

  7. Gunners in Haaland
    • 4 Years
    3 years, 11 days ago

    Dias/Salah/DCL -> Dunk/Auba/Watkins(-4)?

    Martinez
    Struijk Cresswell Dunk
    Auba Son Raphinha
    Watkins Kane Bamford

    1. Gunners in Haaland
      • 4 Years
      3 years, 11 days ago

      Only WC left

    2. HammersXI
      • 11 Years
      3 years, 11 days ago

      When will you plan to WC. Wait for Arsenal game to decide on Auba.
      I'm on the fence with Watkins over DCL. DCL has a prime fixture the next week..

      1. Gunners in Haaland
        • 4 Years
        3 years, 11 days ago

        Thanks. No decided yet - wc30 or wc31

        1. Gunners in Haaland
          • 4 Years
          3 years, 11 days ago

          *not

          1. HammersXI
            • 11 Years
            3 years, 11 days ago

            31. That's when I'm pulling the trigger. Swing in fixtures for Leeds and Wolves and prepares you for the Spurs City blanks

            1. Gunners in Haaland
              • 4 Years
              3 years, 11 days ago

              Cheers mate

  8. Mr. O'Connell
    • 11 Years
    3 years, 11 days ago

    No Son in Scout Squad?

    1. The FPL Units
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 14 Years
      3 years, 11 days ago

      Injured

      1. Mr. O'Connell
        • 11 Years
        3 years, 11 days ago

        I'll believe it when I don't see him on the Spurs teamsheet on Sunday evening

    2. Dammit_182
      • 3 Years
      3 years, 11 days ago

      Yea, spurs have pre ious with this....Im fielding 9 inc son (took a -8) and the thought of another -4 to trade him for bale ‘just in case’ he’s injured doesn’t inspire me. Either way I want him for Newcastle but I guess a FH team can look to bale or moura instead.

    3. Phil's Stamps
      • 13 Years
      3 years, 11 days ago

      He's a don't buy don't sell.

  9. anish10
    • 13 Years
    3 years, 11 days ago

    Mitchell to aina good move ?

    1. 3 A
      • 8 Years
      3 years, 11 days ago

      Yes imo

    2. Tonyawesome69
      • 5 Years
      3 years, 11 days ago

      Prefer Adarabioyo - From the article above "total of 15 headed attempts from set plays is bettered by just two Premier League players in 2020/21 – capable of exploiting Leeds’ vulnerability at dead-ball situations. He’s also good for a bonus point if Scott Parker’s side do keep a clean sheet, having racked up more of them (11) than any of his teammates."

    3. Phil's Stamps
      • 13 Years
      3 years, 11 days ago

      Yep

  10. michaelington
    • 14 Years
    3 years, 11 days ago

    Morning guys, what do you reckon to these free moves?

    Gundo to Lingard
    Salah to Auba

    Martinez Areola
    Dallas Dias Stones Veltman Konsa
    Salah Son Gundo Bruno Raphinha
    Watkins Kane Bamford

    2 FT 0.3 ITB

    1. Tonyawesome69
      • 5 Years
      3 years, 11 days ago

      I would definitely sell Salah but I would be reluctant to lose Gundo. I would want to keep City players for GW30. With the IB before GW 30 then UCL midweek, I expect Pep to play a strong team against LEI and take the same team into the UCL

  11. melvinmbabazi
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 10 Years
    3 years, 11 days ago

    Thoughts on what to do this week?

    0.6 ITB 2FT WC31

    Martinez
    Dallas Veltman (Shaw)
    *Son Raphinha (Bruno) (Gundo)
    Kane Bamford Watkins

    McCarthy Sterling Stones Tarkowski

    Cheers

    1. Tonyawesome69
      • 5 Years
      3 years, 11 days ago

      Lose Tark or Sterling and roll the 2FT. Keep two FTs for GW30 to bring in Chelsea players

  12. vova
    • 13 Years
    3 years, 11 days ago

    Digne to Dallas or Creswell?

    1. 3 A
      • 8 Years
      3 years, 11 days ago

      Cress.

    2. Tonyawesome69
      • 5 Years
      3 years, 11 days ago

      I have Cresswell and bringing in Dallas. I like Dallas as he is most likely to play OOP and has SHU in GW30

    3. MightyGar
      • 3 Years
      3 years, 11 days ago

      I am doing Digne to Cresswell, may do Dunk to Dallas in GW30 (but will give me a benching headache)

  13. Cheeto__Bandito
    • 3 Years
    3 years, 11 days ago

    Creswell or Dawson plus cash?

    1. 3 A
      • 8 Years
      3 years, 11 days ago

      If only I can get both

    2. Tonyawesome69
      • 5 Years
      3 years, 11 days ago

      Depends what you will do with the cash. Cresswell has more avenues for an attacking return since he is on most set pieces and he is the highest scoring defender in the game at the moment. Dawson most likely to be on the end of the set pieces.

  14. 3 A
    • 8 Years
    3 years, 11 days ago

    Hi guys, gw30 question.

    Is Christensen nailed?

    1. Tonyawesome69
      • 5 Years
      3 years, 11 days ago

      Depends when Silva is back. I doubt it Christensen is nailed for 30.

    2. vova
      • 13 Years
      3 years, 11 days ago

      I wouldn't say nailed

      Azpi and Rudiger are more nailed on. Thiago Silva and Christensen will be competing for that middle spot, although Silva can't play every match.

  15. Buck The Trent
    • 12 Years
    3 years, 11 days ago

    For BGW29 and beyond (no more WC)

    A Auba
    B Bale

    1. Tonyawesome69
      • 5 Years
      3 years, 11 days ago

      Difficult one. Depends how both teams progress in the Europa

    2. mcsteely
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 14 Years
      3 years, 11 days ago

      I'm not convinced with either of them and might avoid them both myself with no WC. Am looking at Saka or Lingard for that spot

    3. Phil's Stamps
      • 13 Years
      3 years, 11 days ago

      Bale

  16. Zlatan F.C
    • 3 Years
    3 years, 11 days ago

    Would you do

    A) Salah and Gundo to Bale and Auba (-4)
    B) Salah and Gundo to Bale and Lingard (-4) - already have Antonio and Coufal
    C) Salah and Cancelo to Bale and Dunk (-4) - already have Veltman

    1. Tonyawesome69
      • 5 Years
      3 years, 11 days ago

      A or C but depends what happens tonight in the Europa

    2. Phil's Stamps
      • 13 Years
      3 years, 11 days ago

      C

  17. Fernandito
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 5 Years
    3 years, 11 days ago

    Would you prefer Dallas or Tierney?

    1. Tonyawesome69
      • 5 Years
      3 years, 11 days ago

      'For the next two GWs, I prefer Dallas

    2. mcsteely
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 14 Years
      3 years, 11 days ago

      Tierney got Liverpool next week but a great run after that.

      I'd go Dallas if you can only get one

    3. Phil's Stamps
      • 13 Years
      3 years, 11 days ago

      Dallas

  18. Public user
    • 13 Years
    3 years, 11 days ago

    For gw 29

    Bamford (doubtful)
    Antonio ( vs ars)

    Which one score more ?

    1. Tonyawesome69
      • 5 Years
      3 years, 11 days ago

      Probably Bamford but not much between the two

  19. Obamawang
    • 5 Years
    3 years, 11 days ago

    Best option here?

    My playing players are:

    Martinez
    Reguilon Veltman
    Lookman Lingard Raphina
    Kane Bamford* Antonio

    Should I bring in Dunk, Dallas or Cresswell for a hit? Which one? I'm going to WC31.

    1. Philosopher's Stones
      • 3 Years
      3 years, 11 days ago

      You already have 9 players, which is above average this week imo. I'd avoid the -4 if I were you. Dallas and Dunk's fixtures turn soon. Cresswell is the only one I'd give a thought for a -4.

      1. Phil's Stamps
        • 13 Years
        3 years, 11 days ago

        This. Cresswell is a long-term hold so worth a hit for 29 imo.

        1. ebb2sparky
          • 13 Years
          3 years, 11 days ago

          Not sure that makes sense given the comment about WC in gw31

    2. Obamawang
      • 5 Years
      3 years, 11 days ago

      Thanks, all.

  20. Vlekz
      3 years, 11 days ago

      On a FH.
      A)lookman

      B)maja

      1. Philosopher's Stones
        • 3 Years
        3 years, 11 days ago

        A

      2. HammersXI
        • 11 Years
        3 years, 11 days ago

        Lookman

      3. Tonyawesome69
        • 5 Years
        3 years, 11 days ago

        Probably Lookman but not much between them

      4. Vlekz
          3 years, 11 days ago

          Thanks guys

      5. Philosopher's Stones
        • 3 Years
        3 years, 11 days ago

        Any news on Burn yet?

          1. Philosopher's Stones
            • 3 Years
            3 years, 11 days ago

            Ah, thanks. Not sure now if any defender under 4.5 is worth a hit for GW29 and beyond. Any ideas?

      6. mcsteely
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 14 Years
        3 years, 11 days ago

        Barnes and Digne to:

        A: Bale & Veltman
        B: Saka & Cresswell
        C: Lingard & Tierney
        D: Something else

        1. Tonyawesome69
          • 5 Years
          3 years, 11 days ago

          C

      7. Kabayan
        • 7 Years
        3 years, 11 days ago

        Areola - Martinez
        Veltman (Dias - Stones - AWB - Digne)
        Raph (Salah - Bruno - Gundo - Barnes)
        Kane - Bamford (DCL)
        2 FT, 0.4 itb. No WC. FH & TC left.

        No idea what to do. Keen to take -4 or -8.
        A. DCL + Barnes + Digne to Watkins + JLing + Cresswell/Dallas/Konsa
        B. A + Salah to Auba
        C. DCL + Barnes + Gundo to Watkins + JLings + Lookman

        1. Tonyawesome69
          • 5 Years
          3 years, 11 days ago

          A - Dallas

      8. thegaffer82
        • 12 Years
        3 years, 11 days ago

        This scout squad is exactly the reason that I’m holding off on FH despite only having 4 players (& 2FT).

        It’s awful isn’t it!

        Think I’m just gunna bring in 3 or 4 players for a -4 or -8, and that’ll do just fine I think

      9. Maximus Bonimus Pointimus
        • 14 Years
        3 years, 11 days ago

        Any Free Hitters going all in on Brighton & Fulham defences?

        (i.e. Treble-Treble in a 5 at the back, or Double-Double in a 3 or 4 at the back...)

        Its very eggs in one basket... but a simple Fulham cleansheet tomorrow night (5 CS in 7 prior to City), followed by a simple Brighton Cleansheet on Saturday afternoon guarantees a massive green arrow

        Brighton CS's are admittedly much rarer of late, but they did keep 5 CS in 6 between GW19 & GW24 - and it is "only" Newcastle, albeit rumblings of Wilson being back too...

        1. mcsteely
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 14 Years
          3 years, 11 days ago

          If I was free hitting I would triple up on Brighton defence. Sanchez, Dunk & Veltman

        2. Tonyawesome69
          • 5 Years
          3 years, 11 days ago

          Surely to gain an advantage over the non-FH teams, you max out on Brighton defenders? But I do agree with you, I'm not overly convinced with Brighton's defence. No CS in the last 4, Newcastle have a knack of scoring when you least expect them to and Almiron could be back for the game making them better in attack.

          BHA: 52%
          FUL: 33%
          TOT: 31%
          ARS: 31%
          LEE: 29%
          WHU: 28%
          AVL: 26%
          NEW: 23%

          https://twitter.com/FPL_Salah/status/1371773243909095424?s=19

      10. DannyDrinkVodka
        • 4 Years
        3 years, 11 days ago

        DCL>Bamford worth a hit if I'm Wildcarding GW31? Assuming he's fit of course

        1. Tonyawesome69
          • 5 Years
          3 years, 11 days ago

          Yes I think so. It is effectively a -2 when you factor the 2 app points plus Leeds have SHU in GW30

      11. DonBenzema
        • 3 Years
        3 years, 11 days ago

        Son and Gundo -> Bale and Lingard worth it? (No hit taken)

        Without WC and FH with 2.2 itb

        AREOLA, MARTINEZ
        TARGETT, STRUIJK, Dias, Shaw, Rudiger
        SON*, RAPHINHA, De Bruyne, Bruno, Gundo
        KANE, BAMFORD, WATKINS

      12. TeddiPonza
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 13 Years
        3 years, 11 days ago

        On FH with some tinkering. Which option is better?

        A. Lloris and Veltman
        OR
        B. Sanchez and Reguilon

        1. DonBenzema
          • 3 Years
          3 years, 11 days ago

          I would say B due to Reguilon

      13. FPL_Crisis
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 13 Years
        3 years, 11 days ago

        1) Would you rather lose AWB or Stones to fund Dallas this week?
        Kinda hesitant to lose United defender when they host BHA in 30, whereas City at Leicester plus blank in 33 (own Dias)

        2) if Auba doesn’t play in EL does that auto rule him out for PL? Looking at Salah to Auba for free (they have Liv in 30). Would you get Auba over Kdb on wildcard given the fixtures, upcoming blank and whats left to play for? Also I’m 140k OR

        3) Am I correct in saying this weeks average score will be around 25 points?

        1. FPL_Crisis
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 13 Years
          3 years, 11 days ago

          Appreciate any advice here, cheers

          Wildcarding in 31

        2. Corgz Dark side of the Loon
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 8 Years
          3 years, 11 days ago

          Hi mate. I would keep AWB over Stones, due to rotation and no game in 33, especially as you have Dias.
          I feel Auba is a trap and prefer Saka.
          I would hope for 35 plus points for this GW with 9-11players, its who you have not how many.....

          1. FPL_Crisis
            • Fantasy Football Scout Member
            • 13 Years
            3 years, 11 days ago

            There’s no ideal replacement for Salah but willing to take a 2 week punt since wc in 31. Saka injury puts me off

            Was thinking simplistically 60 is about the average in a regular week so ~25 points iacross 4 matches about the norm.

      14. OverTinker
        • 5 Years
        3 years, 11 days ago

        Pope Johnstone
        Cancelo stones AWB Coufal* Lowton
        Salah Gundo Son* Raphina* ESR*
        Kane* Bamford* DCL

        4 itb and 2 FT
        Not Freehitting
        1. Lowton + son to Bale + Veltman
        2. (1 + DCL to Watkins/Antonio) for a hit