Scout Notes

Jimenez ends goal drought as Arsenal claim convincing north London derby win

We begin our Fantasy Premier League (FPL) Gameweek 6 Scout Notes with analysis of Arsenal v Tottenham Hotspur and Southampton v Wolverhampton Wanderers.

For a summary of all seven of Saturday’s games, click here.

ARSENAL 3-1 TOTTENHAM HOTSPUR

  • Goals: Emile Smith Rowe (£5.3m), Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang (£9.9m), Bukayo Saka (£6.2m) | Son Heung-min (£10.0m)
  • Assists: Saka, Smith Rowe | Sergio Reguilon (£5.2m)
  • Bonus points: Saka x3, Smith Rowe x2, Aubameyang x1

ARSENAL ATTACK THRIVES

In a sensational first-half performance by Arsenal, Mikel Arteta’s side scored three goals with the impressive Emile Smith Rowe (£5.3m) and Bukayo Saka (£6.2m) causing Tottenham’s defence all sorts of problems.

The duo linked up well for the opener, and ended the game as the Gunners’ expected goal involvement (xGI) leaders, with 0.54 and 0.91 totals respectively.

Emile Smith Rowe (left) and Bukayo Saka’s (right) touch heatmaps v Tottenham Hotspur in Gameweek 6

With fixtures now easing for Arsenal (see below), the pair could become cheap options for our midfield set-ups, though it does perhaps feel like Saka’s spot in the starting XI is a little more secure, given that Smith Rowe only made the bench against Norwich City as recently as Gameweek 4, and was then replaced just after the hour mark the following week.

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang (£9.9m) deserves a mention, too, having netted his second goal in three appearances. 

Admittedly, it’s hard to find a place for the Gabon international in our frontlines right now, but it is worth noting that amongst all forwards, only Cristiano Ronaldo (£12.7m) has accumulated more shots since Gameweek 4.

VALUE OPTIONS EMERGE AT THE BACK

Xhaka and Moura recalled as Ramsdale starts again

Another start for Aaron Ramsdale (£4.5m) means that he has now featured from the off in three consecutive Premier League games, conceding just one goal during that time.

As a result, he’s emerged as a value option in goal, who could realistically rival the likes of Robert Sanchez (£4.6m) and David Raya (£4.6m) for FPL points in the coming weeks.

At the back, Ben White (£4.4m) is a slightly cheaper alternative, but Kieran Tierney (£4.9m) remains the headline pick if your budget can stretch to it. The Scottish international was slightly more subdued in an attacking sense today, but has posted team-league totals for successful crosses and touches in the opponent’s half across the opening six matches.

Defensively, the Gunners have conceded just two big chances against Norwich City (h), Burnley (a) and Tottenham Hotspur (h), though the quality of opposition should of course be considered. 

PROBLEMS AT SPURS

As a result of today’s loss, Spurs’ have now conceded nine goals in their last three Premier League games, while at the other end, they’ve scored just four all season.

The underlying numbers remain a real concern, too.

TotalRank v other Premier League sides
Shots5619th
Shots conceded6718th
xG5.3819th
xGC10.9416th

Son Heung-min (£10.0m) was at least able to score a consolation goal today, which means that he has now netted three in five league appearances this term. However, given the above numbers, it’s hard to get too excited about any of their assets, despite a couple of reasonable looking fixtures – Aston Villa (h) and Newcastle United (a) – up next.

“We were not good enough and Arsenal did a good game. It’s always hard when you concede early in a game and we were not able to control the match. We didn’t start well and the first half was very bad.

Against Chelsea we played well in the first half, but today was the other way around. We were not able to execute it [game-plan] in the right way. 

Credit to Arsenal because they were strong, aggressive and stronger. What I focus on is making the right decisions. We learn in every moment. We are trying to build. There are a lot of things wrong and there are a lot of things good.” – Nuno Espirito Santo

Arsenal XI: Ramsdale, Tomiyasu, White, Gabriel, Tierney, Partey, Xhaka (Sambi Lokonga 82), Saka (Maitland-Niels 87), Odegaard, Smith Rowe (Tavares 88), Aubameyang

Spurs XI: Lloris, Tanganga (Royal 45), Sanchez, Dier, Reguilon, Hojbjerg, Alli (Skipp 45), Ndombele (Gil 70), Moura, Son, Kane

SOUTHAMPTON 0-1 WOLVERHAMPTON WANDERERS

  • Goals: Raul Jimenez (£7.5m)
  • Assists: Jose Sa (£5.0m)
  • Bonus points: Sa x3, Jimenez x2, Romain Saiss (£5.0m) x1

JIMENEZ ENDS LONG WAIT FOR GOAL

After 14 goal attempts without scoring before today’s game, Raul Jimenez (£7.5m) finally opened his account for the season and bagged his patient owners eight FPL points.

The Mexican had played every minute of the 2021/22 Premier League campaign since returning from the serious injury he sustained in November 2020, but was yet to find the back of the net.

However, that changed today, as he latched onto an excellent goal kick from Jose Sa (£5.0m) in the second-half, before coolly slotting the ball past Alex McCarthy (£4.5m).

Raul Jimenez’s xG shot map 2021/22

“I want to score every game, I knew the goal was coming, I was fighting for it, working for it and all the team deserve it. I was thinking ‘when will the goal come?’. It felt really good. Four of our five games have been incredible, we need to keep going like this. We did a really good job. The fans are always with us, supporting. It is really important for our team, to have them supporting and shouting.” – Raul Jimenez

SA SHINES

The biggest score of the day, however, was reserved for keeper Sa, who kept a clean sheet and made six saves, and as a result collected maximum bonus on his way to a huge 14-point haul for his small army of owners.

The Portuguese stopper has now kept back-to-back away clean sheets, and sits level in fourth with Edouard Mendy (£6.0m) in the goalkeeper standings, on 28 points.

At the back, it was another encouraging performance by Nelson Semedo (£4.9m), who forced McCarthy into an early save and rewarded his owners with a clean sheet.

TRAORE AND TRINCAO DROPPED

Brighton Burnley 5

Bruno Lage lined Wolves’ up in their usual 3-4-2-1 formation today, but switched personnel in the attacking midfield roles.

In response to their 2-0 loss at home to Brentford in Gameweek 5, Adama Traore (£6.0m) and Francisco Trincao (£5.9m) dropped out, with new signing Hee-chan Hwang (£5.5m) and Daniel Podence (£5.5m) coming into the starting XI.

Traore was finally introduced on 71 minutes, but touched the ball just eight times and failed to make an impact, while Trincao remained an unused substitute.

SOUTHAMPTON STRUGGLE, BUT LIVRAMENTO IMPRESSES AGAIN

Ahead of their Gameweek 8 fixture swing, Southampton failed to impress in their audition, though the performance of Tino Livramento (£4.2m) again stood out as he put in a lively display from the right of Ralph Hasenhüttl’s 4-2-2-2 formation.

The youngster ended the game with more final-third touches than any other player on the pitch (35), while he also created a couple of chances.

Tino Livramento’s touch heatmap v Wolverhampton Wanderers in Gameweek 6

Further forward, the Saints had their chances – registering 18 shots to Wolves’ five – but were unable to find the net for a third successive Premier League game, and lacked any real quality in the final-third.

As a result of the loss, it’s now six games without a win, as they remain one of five different Premier League teams (Norwich City, Burnley, Leeds United, Newcastle United) yet to register three points this season.

Southampton XI: McCarthy, Livramento, Bednarek, Salisu, Walker-Peters (Long 74), Romeu, Ward-Prowse, Elyounoussi, Redmond (Djenepo 64), A Armstrong, Adams (Broja 64)

Wolves XI: Sa, Kilman, Coady, Saiss, Semedo (Hoever 87), Moutinho, Dendoncker, Marcal, Hwang (Neves 88), Podence (Traore), Jimenez

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  1. gart888
    • 9 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    Sanchez Gunn
    TAA James Semedo White Livramento
    Salah Jota Raphinha Gray Sissoko
    Ronaldo Antonio Bamford

    2 FT, 0.4 ITB

    Have my eye on replacing James, Bamford, and Ronaldo. Best moves?

  2. Ajax Hamsterdam
    • 9 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    keep armstrong and save transfer or sell for jimmy? thanks

    armstrong has really nice fixtures after chelsea but so has jimmy and jimmy has been so consistent over the years, armstrong still to prove himself

    1. Baps hunter
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 6 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Easy keep.

      1. Ajax Hamsterdam
        • 9 Years
        2 years, 6 months ago

        cheers baps.

    2. Lord of Ings
      • 8 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      I’m on the same question
      Armstrong fixtures are significantly better than Jimmy’s.

      1. Ajax Hamsterdam
        • 9 Years
        2 years, 6 months ago

        funny name. having an atrocious season so will keep to save transfer and possibly do a mini wc after international break. you never know he might even do a callum wilson at chelsea (he scored a ht i think)

  3. Karan14
    • 7 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    Sanchez
    TAA James* Semedo Marcal
    Salah Jota* Raphinha
    Bamford* Antonio Ronaldo

    (4.0 - Gray - Livra - Sissoko)
    2 FTs

    Jota & James to Saka & Rudiger/Azpi for free?

    If Bamford is not fit will take a -4 for Jimenez.

    Frees up cash for Semedo to Cancelo in GW8.

    Thoughts?

    1. Dynamic Duos
      • 10 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      You prefer Saka to Sarr or Benrahma? When you getting Lukaku?

      1. Karan14
        • 7 Years
        2 years, 6 months ago

        Yes Saka has better fixtures long term. Probably GW8 or 9 when I plan to captain him.

        1. Dynamic Duos
          • 10 Years
          2 years, 6 months ago

          Yeah Saka's fixtures do look good , I prefer Alonso for CHE defender, but Azpi if you don't like him.

  4. Champ
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 13 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    Ramsdale - 3 games, 3 wins, 1 goal conceded

    His place to lose you reckon, or are we looking at another McCarthy / Forster situation

    1. gart888
      • 9 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Definitely seems his place to lose, but I'm just not sure it's worth the risk of having a rotated keeper.

      1. Kellz86
        • 6 Years
        2 years, 6 months ago

        Ramsdale with Foster back up seems possible for the short term

    2. Fish up a tree
      • 2 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Nailed. Leno sold in Jan or leaves for free in summer.

    3. BeWater
      • 3 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Ramsdale would have to make some big mistakes to get dropped now.

    4. Champ
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Cheers guys

    5. Forgetmeknot
      • 5 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      I think I’d prefer Guita and get White if you want some Arsenal cover (this is my plan for wc 7/8)

    6. Scots Gooner
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 7 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Absolutely nailed IMO.

      Spent big money on him, he was always intended as Leno's replacement medium to long term and Leno will most likely be on his way out next summer.

  5. Kellz86
    • 6 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    On WC:

    Ramsdale/Foster
    Laporte/TAA/Alonso/White/Livramento
    Salah/Benhrama/Raphina/Sarr/Brownhill
    Lukkaku/Jesus/Antonio

    0.2 ITB

    First draft thoughts?

    1. Mork calling Orson
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 11 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      I’d be concerned about rotation of the below & Brownhill, plus I like double Chel defence over the next 5 weeks - how about considering;
      Jesus - Bam/Jimi
      Brownhill - ESR
      Laporte - Rudiger

  6. BeWater
    • 3 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    Would you do Ayling and Shaw to Christensen and Cancelo for free? Don't normally like early transfers but I have the exact cash.

    1. Kay317
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 4 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      If you're gonna be priced out then I would

    2. Carefree Crew
      • 5 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Yes, good moves.

  7. Dynamic Duos
    • 10 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    How's she looking? 1.2m itb

    Sanchez
    TAA Alonso Cancelo Marcal
    Salah Raphina Benrahma
    Lukaku(c) Antonio(vc) Jimenez

    Foster Gray Sissoko Livramento

    1. BeWater
      • 3 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      I'm not a fan of Marcal. Ait-Nouri could be a threat. And I just don't think he's that good.

      1. The Polymath
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 8 Years
        2 years, 6 months ago

        He's a disgrace.

        1. Lord of Ings
          • 8 Years
          2 years, 6 months ago

          How did wolves look today? Would you double up on their defence?

          1. The Polymath
            • Fantasy Football Scout Member
            • 8 Years
            2 years, 6 months ago

            They were OK but I wouldn't do double defence.

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

      Check bench again

      1. Dynamic Duos
        • 10 Years
        2 years, 6 months ago

        Sorry?

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

          No, I'm sorry! Thought Sissoko was a mid.

    3. gart888
      • 9 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Looking really really good. Jealous.

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

      Gray over Marcal.

  8. Lord of Ings
    • 8 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    Armstrong:- (LEE H,BUR H,WAT A,AVL H,NOR A)
    Jimenez:-(AVL A,LEE A,WHU H,EVE H,CRY A)
    Armstrong’s fixtures look significantly better than Jimenez fixtures.
    Is Armstrong over Jimenez worth it?

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

      Are they?

      1. Lord of Ings
        • 8 Years
        2 years, 6 months ago

        By far.
        Jimenez only real easy fixture is Leeds away the rest are pretty tricky.
        Armstrong’s fixtures look much easier.

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

          I think you need to compare the two teams relative to the fixtures.

  9. Ze_Austin
    • 5 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    Ronaldo C vs Lukaku C

    I expect both to score. I have no idea who's more likely to score more. Pros and cons for both, from team performance to opposing defence

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

      Ron on pens now

      1. Eat my goal!
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 5 Years
        2 years, 6 months ago

        Lol

      2. Dynamic Duos
        • 10 Years
        2 years, 6 months ago

        Is that what Ole said?

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

          Lol

    2. Gunners in Haaland
      • 4 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Both

      1. Gunners in Haaland
        • 4 Years
        2 years, 6 months ago

        Ah, Lukaku for captaincy

    3. Kay317
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 4 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      I'd re assess after champs league games...one of them might make it easier for you to decide.

  10. Wılly
    • 10 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    Chelsea defender of choice?

    A. Alonso
    B. Rudiger
    C. Azpilicueta

    1. Dynamic Duos
      • 10 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      A

    2. Gunners in Haaland
      • 4 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      B

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

      James was mine waaaaaahaaaa

      1. gart888
        • 9 Years
        2 years, 6 months ago

        Ditto. What's your plan?

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

          Wait snd see for the moment

          1. gart888
            • 9 Years
            2 years, 6 months ago

            Hoping that James isn't out that long? I just hate that Alonso is likely to rise again tonight.

    4. Karan14
      • 7 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      C if budget allows

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

      B. I just can't see Chilwell not being a factor at some point. If you've still got a WC maybe just ride the Alonso wave until it's over.

    6. Miguel Sanchez
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 7 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      A

    7. Kay317
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 4 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Alonso has chilwell breathing down his neck. Azpil is more expensive. Rudi pretty nailed and cheaper so probably best value.

    8. SAKA AND EMILE SMITH ROWE
      • 7 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      C

    9. Gunneryank
      • 2 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      B no question. But the real issue is, who do we pair with him?

  11. Strchld
    • 7 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    Would you WC this or wait a week? Annoying to take Torres and Shaw price drops.

    Sanchez* - Steele
    TAA - Shaw* - White - Ayling* - Livramento
    Salah - Jota* - Torres* - Benrahma - Greenwood*
    Ronaldo - Antonio - Scarlett

    Have FT, probably transferring Torres or Shaw out.
    * = Players I want out.

    Activating WC during IB could be better anyway...

  12. 1912 F.A Cup Winners
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 6 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    Evening all!! I’m sure many are in the same boat, I have 2 frees, and a Chelsea defender is a priority this week, have Shaw too, with Shaw going down and Chelsea defenders going up, any one taking a risk and getting one on early with a potential 0.2 swing??

    1. Qaiss
      • 8 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      The .2 swing will be nothing if the Chelsea defender you bring in gets injured on Wednesday.

      1. 1912 F.A Cup Winners
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 6 Years
        2 years, 6 months ago

        Very true mate!! Going to hang fire!!!

    2. Pompel
      • 10 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Shaw still bossing the stats. Think there's a case to hold if he's fit for Everton game

      1. 1912 F.A Cup Winners
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 6 Years
        2 years, 6 months ago

        Yeah very wise mate, i wanted to keep him, will bring a Chelsea defender in for Williams later in the week

        1. Pompel
          • 10 Years
          2 years, 6 months ago

          I already have Christensen though, hoping he play. Can't afford Shaw to Alonso without taking a hit

          1. 1912 F.A Cup Winners
            • Fantasy Football Scout Member
            • 6 Years
            2 years, 6 months ago

            Think you will be fine with Christensen playing mate, especially with James out.I have just 0.3 to do Shaw to Alonso tonight for free!! So tempted!! Haha

            1. Pascal
              • 3 Years
              2 years, 6 months ago

              Do it, make sure you have a somewhat decent defender on your bench.

  13. Footieboot
    • 3 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    Shaw to Rudiger early transfer worth the 0.2m price swing?

    1. Arvin-ation
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 10 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Shaw's going down tonight?

    2. 1912 F.A Cup Winners
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 6 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Haha see my post just above Mate!!

    3. Tommy Tynans Left Shin Pad
      • 12 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      I have just done it. Was locked in for me anyway so why wait and lose 0.2

  14. Arvin-ation
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 10 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    Shaw -----> Alonso or Rudiger?

    1. Miguel Sanchez
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 7 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Alonso - Chilwell looks completely out of sorts

  15. Qaiss
    • 8 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    Does Christensen go up for corners? I noticed last week in the Spurs game he wasn’t.

    1. Miguel Sanchez
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 7 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      He has such little goal threat it’s pretty pointless him going up anyways

      He did score a banger for Denmark in the Euros though

      1. Qaiss
        • 8 Years
        2 years, 6 months ago

        Yeah they do keep clean sheets but it’s 5m for zero goal threat and he’s also a rotation risk at times cause he plays for Tuchel.

        1. Pompel
          • 10 Years
          2 years, 6 months ago

          Will still represent value if he's nailed as long as James is out. But should be paired with Alonso preferably

      2. Pompel
        • 10 Years
        2 years, 6 months ago

        And Rudiger not that much more goal threat for 0.6 more

  16. Reckoner
    • 6 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    I engaged WC this GW due to my team being in ruins.
    My only doubt is this:

    Would you rather have (minding Chelsea's great fixture run)

    A) Ronaldo, Lukaku and 4.5 forward
    B) Ronaldo, Antonio and Jimenez

    Def: TAA, Alonso, Cancelo (Manquillo, Livramento)
    MId: Salah, Sarr, Saka, Benrahma (Brownhill)

    THANKS!

    1. Bobby Digital
      • 6 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      C) Lukaku Antonio Jimenez

      1. Reckoner
        • 6 Years
        2 years, 6 months ago

        Yea, or that. I just have a feeling Ronaldo might still be better option, despite fixtures.... Thanks

    2. Gunneryank
      • 2 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      B but I'd rather have Lukaku. Missing out on those Chelsea fixtures is going to hurt if they start shredding anyone who isn't City or Liverpool. Something is wrong with Man U and i don't think it's just one or 2 games. Plus, they are about to enter an awful fixture patch.

      1. Reckoner
        • 6 Years
        2 years, 6 months ago

        Yes, thank you people, I guess you've straighten my mind. I was leaning towards keeping Ronaldo, and I'm not even a UTD fan lol It's just too frightening not owning him. But yes, sth is wrong with United (still), and plus - I'm guessing Bruno won't be taken off penalty duty because of that one miss he's had lol

        1. Reckoner
          • 6 Years
          2 years, 6 months ago

          Straightened*

        2. Salarrivederci
          • 7 Years
          2 years, 6 months ago

          One thing is 99,99%. Ronaldo will be on penalties now.

    3. DantheManinaPan
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 10 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      B with Lukaku over Ronaldo, and it's quite an easy decision for me

  17. jackruet
    • 2 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    Have 1ft. Not sure what to do.

    Sanchez
    Trent christensen rudiger
    Salah sarr benrahma jota
    Antonio bamford ronaldo

    Jota and bamford should go. Right?

    1. gart888
      • 9 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Why move Jota?

      Only Antonio has logged more league minutes and has a higher NPxG90+xA90.

      1. jackruet
        • 2 Years
        2 years, 6 months ago

        i have 3 pool players against city and firmino is fit

        1. Baps hunter
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 6 Years
          2 years, 6 months ago

          What about the week after? You may want Jota back then.

      2. Jimmers
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 13 Years
        2 years, 6 months ago

        Firmino back in the mix....

    2. Gunneryank
      • 2 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Jota is still going to play. Firmino even played alongside him for a while vs Brentford. Klopp has to rotate to keep them from burning out but he doesn't have a whole bench of attackers like City does. Besides, Firmino needs match sharpness. He'll play in the CL this week while Jota rests a bit.

  18. tristanabc
    • 13 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    Advice appreciated here, thanks. Already done Shaw to Alonso.

    A) Gilmour -> Saka (-4)
    B) Jota -> Son (-4)
    C) Ronny -> Lukaku (-4)
    D) Williams -> Rudiger (-4)
    C) Nothing

    Sa (Steer)
    TAA Alonso Tierney (Livra, Williams)
    Salah Jota Ralph Gray (Gilmour)
    Ronny Antonio King

    1. Baps hunter
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 6 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      C or D

  19. Gudjohnsen
    • 7 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    A. Williams to Alonso for -4
    B. Play Williams
    C. Play The useless Southampton striker

    1. Gunners in Haaland
      • 4 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      A

    2. Miguel Sanchez
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 7 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      C

    3. Bobby Digital
      • 6 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      C

  20. Shark Team
    • 6 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    0 attacking returns for H.Barnes after the first 6 gws

    1. BeWater
      • 3 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      My biggest mistake in my GW1 team. Glad I didn't give him the Norwich game and just got Benrahma in.

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

      And they have Iheanacho in their squad, poor fella

      Clearly a better player than Barnes atm

      1. Bobby Digital
        • 6 Years
        2 years, 6 months ago

        Can't understand the Nacho benching after the season (or end of) he had.

  21. Baps hunter
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 6 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    With the rumour that R James is out for 4+ weeks and the fact that I don't have other Che defs this week, I have started to consider WC this week. Immediate pts gain should be more than 8 pts and that would justify enough hits for the itb if needed.

  22. Athletico Underachieving
    • 3 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    Early WC draft…thoughts?

    Sanchez
    TAA, Rudi, Cancelo, White, Livra
    Salah, Raph, Sarr,Gallagher, Sissoko
    Lukaku, Antonio, Bam (if fit)

    Money ITB for Sarr - Grealish for GW8…

  23. Alexis Nonsense
    • 8 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    How confident are we on Alonso getting starts?

    With the easier fixtures coming I would expect him to play, but he's played the tough fixtures instead this season which is weird (rarely did last season)

    Any chance Chilwell gets in for the easy run?

    1. Miguel Sanchez
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 7 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      I suspect Chilwell will be earmarked for the midweek cup games vs Malmö and Southampton so Alonso should hopefully get the bulk of the next 5 games in the league

    2. BeWater
      • 3 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      I find it hard to believe that Chilwell can play a champions league final and not be a factor at all this year. So there is a chance he will come in and play.

  24. AD2110
    • 6 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    Have just enough money to do Dier to Alonso (-4). Ideally want to wait for CL games midweek but will be priced out if I wait. Do I pull the trigger and get Alonso now or just go for Rudiger

    1. Miguel Sanchez
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 7 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Depends on your risk appetite

      I brought in Alonso as I was going to be priced out tonight and think his upside is so much better than Rudiger

    2. Baps hunter
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 6 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Do you have bench strong enough?

  25. g40steve
    • 6 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    Safe or exciting?

    Torres & James > Saka & Alonso

    1, Sarr or Saka, Sarr fixtures turn Saka has long run of green.

    2, Alonso or Rudiger - Alonso high ceiling, Rudiger safe but not exciting.

    -4 add in a 4.9 to Rudiger if I go Alonso?

    Sa
    Trent, #James, Tierney, Semedo
    Salah, Greenwood, #Torres, Gray
    Lukaku, Antonio

    4.0, Livramento, Sissoko, #Bamford

    2FT

    1. Qaiss
      • 8 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Saka. If you went Sarr and he blanked against Leeds, you’d be wishing you had gone Saka.

      Chelsea one is tough. Decide later in the week.

      1. g40steve
        • 6 Years
        2 years, 6 months ago

        Ta, thinking of Alonso have cover?

  26. Champions League Varane
    • 5 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    Start 1?

    D.Luiz (Spurs away)
    B.Williams (Burnely away)
    Livramento (Chelsea away)
    Sissoko (Leeds away)

  27. grooveymatt65
    • 10 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    hey guys! this is my wildcard team playing 3-5-2:

    Ramsdale Elliot

    TAA Alonso Tomiyasu Livramento Cody

    Salah Sarr Benrahma Townsend Raphinha

    (c)Lukaku Ronaldo Archer

    0.0 itb

    what do people think?

    I can't decide which everton mid to get (have doucoure at the moment)

    thanks 🙂

    1. grooveymatt65
      • 10 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      *Townsend lol

    2. Miguel Sanchez
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 7 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      I wouldn’t go without Antonio while he’s fit

      1. Maeki2
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 3 Years
        2 years, 6 months ago

        this

    3. Gandalf
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Cancelo seems pretty essential imo from gw8

  28. Jammy Dodger
    • 9 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    Sanchez
    TAA | Shaw | Marçal
    Salah | Gray | Sarr | Greenwood | Jota
    Ronaldo | Antonio

    Steele | Alying | Livramento | Scarlett

    1.4m itb and 2ft

    Shaw > Rudiger / Alonso (which?)
    Ronaldo > Lukaku

    Any other suggestions?

    Thanks chaps

    1. g40steve
      • 6 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Alonso, hate watching Chelsea play not owning.

    2. Bobby Digital
      • 6 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Rudiger safer
      Alonso more flamboyant

    3. tommo1989
      • 7 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Rudiger and Lukaku

  29. It’s A Joke
    • 13 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    Any news on James or Shaw? I’ve asked a lot but no one answers.

    1. It’s A Joke
      • 13 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Oh bloody hell, now I’m bottom.

    2. Bobby Digital
      • 6 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      No news, europe midweek, might get some info then.

  30. JariL
    • 9 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    Best max 5.7 def if I already have Rudiger? Christensen or Laporte decent?

    Or would you rather -4 CR to Lukaku to afford Cancelo or Alonso?

    1. JariL
      • 9 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      I don't wanna take that Shaw price drop on the chin...

    2. tommo1989
      • 7 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Lukaku is the obvious captain choice for the next few weeks so he’s a must own now as far as I’m concerned

    3. Tommy Tynans Left Shin Pad
      • 12 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      I am an advocate of hits on defenders, but those moves do actually make sense