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Scout Picks January 1

FPL Double Gameweek 21 Scout Picks: West Ham and Spurs triple-ups

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We have chosen our best Fantasy Premier League (FPL) players for Double Gameweek 21 ahead of today’s 11:00 GMT deadline.

There is a blend of players with just one fixture in the upcoming Gameweek and those who are ‘doubling’, with West Ham United and Tottenham Hotspur both well represented.

We have gone for a 3-5-2 formation this time and, as ever, we are limited to an £83.0m budget for our starting XI.

Our four substitutes, meanwhile, are chosen from the budget/mid-price crop of players to give some potentially cost-effective alternatives to the big hitters who invariably make the initial cut.

GOALKEEPER

Concessions of goals to Newcastle United and Burnley have raised questions over Manchester United’s backline again, with the early promise under Ralf Rangnick giving way to some all-too-familiar concerns. Still, the visit of a Covid-hit Wolverhampton Wanderers side, who struggle for goals at the best of times, does give David de Gea (£5.2m) the chance to add to his clean sheet tally in Gameweek 20. Wolves have scored on fewer occasions (13) than all Premier League teams bar rock-bottom Norwich City this season, with just one goal arriving in their last six matches. United’s defence is wobbly enough to allow de Gea to pick up save and bonus points (note his heroics against Norwich and Newcastle) but Wolves’ attack is, hopefully, sufficiently limp to not ruin a much-needed shut-out.

DEFENDERS

Zouma's West Ham move could boost Cresswell and Coufal's FPL appeal 2

The headrush provided by a Double Gameweek announcement is perfectly encapsulated by our selections of Craig Dawson (£4.9m) and Michael Keane (£4.9m), lumbering stoppers we’d usually run a mile from but two unsexy picks who suddenly look attractive through the DGW goggles.

But with Reece James (£5.2m) injured, Joao Cancelo (£6.9m) initially a doubt (note: he has since made the journey to London) and Chelsea, Liverpool, Arsenal and Manchester City all meeting each other this weekend, there was scope for a bit of defensive experimentation in the Scout Picks even before Friday’s rearranged fixture news.

 

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  1. Oggle22
    • 7 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    G2G or anything worth a -4? Already done Mount to Bowen

    Ramsdale
    Trent Reg Johnson
    Salah Bowen Jota Foden Son
    Antonio Dennis

    Foster Livra James Archer

    Cheers

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  2. jackruet
    • 2 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    So antonio or bowen for captain? I feel like finally Antonio has find his rhythm and bowen might slow down a bit. Not to mention penalty duties

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    1. Dthinger
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 7 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      I think if you have both it’s Bowen.

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

      Neither is on pens

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      1. Dthinger
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 7 Years
        2 years, 3 months ago

        Doesn’t Antonio take pens if Noble is on the bench?

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        1. fplgaruda
          • 2 Years
          2 years, 3 months ago

          Rice got it

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

            No he doesn't.

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

          Lanzini

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        3. Zenith UK
          • 7 Years
          2 years, 3 months ago

          Noble, Rice, maybe Antonio

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    3. offspinnersinahurry
      • 8 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      In view of the fixture announcements I am considering taking a -4 to get in Coufal, Bowen and Antonio. Rash decision or sensible?

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

        Bowen and Antonio, definitely. Not sure Coufal is worth a hit unless it’s needed to fund your other moves or if you’d be a defender short otherwise

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    4. fplgaruda
      • 2 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Disagree
      Antonio and penalty duty isnt that much related
      Noble rice lanzini have them on their locker

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  3. The 12th Man
    • 10 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    On WC. How does it look?
    Pickford
    TAA,Cancelo,Dawson,Reguilon
    Son,Bowen,Gray
    DCL,Kane,Antonio

    Sá,Jota, Martinelli,Lowton 0.2m itb

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    1. CONNERS
      • 5 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Looks good. I would play Jota over Reggie personally.

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  4. Ci Siamo
    • 8 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Which move is best?

    A) Ronaldo, Broja, King —> Toney, DCL, Antonio (-4)

    B) Foden, Broja —> Gray, Antonio

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    1. fplgaruda
      • 2 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Go all out on that dgw forward eh. Dunno if its right move

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  5. Evil Greg
    • 14 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Happy new year ladies and gents. Time to stick it to the mini league rivals who have no clue its a DGW haha.

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    1. Dthinger
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 7 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Are they really rivals then?

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    2. jackruet
      • 2 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      That's not fun. I would rather beat a deserved opponent. I let my rivals know early about dgw. Not it will be fun to beat em

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      1. fplgaruda
        • 2 Years
        2 years, 3 months ago

        They're still on yesterday hangover. Lol

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    3. Oggle22
      • 7 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      My ml Rival hasn't made a transfer for 4 game weeks had 8/9 playing players and has had cancelo captain and always managed to outscore me so not holding out much hope haha

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

    Michael Keane is a sure starter on this Everton side.
    His points from GW 1-17
    2 1 6 9 1 8 2 2 4 6 6 1 2 0 2 1 2
    I will add the point in a consecutive GW, for example gw 1 and 2, gw 2-3, etc.
    6 points or more is counted as good points.
    2-3(7), 3-4(15), 4-5(10), 5-6(9), 6-7(10), 8-9(6), 9-10(10), 10-11(12), 11-12(7)
    So, 9 out of 16 for a good 2 consecutive GW points.
    I tried the same method to other sure starters for example Antonio and Coady. Antonio got 11 out of 19.
    Coady got 12 out of 18.
    I notice this a bit random luck, but after all this is kind of chances theory.
    What do you think guys? Good option?

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  7. Pep's Money Laundry
    • 8 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    I can't make up on my mind on this one, who to get?

    A. Dawson (set piece threat)
    B. Keane (set piece threat)
    C. Johnson (won't need transfer out any time soon due to price)

    Own Antonio & Bowen, so edging towards B to prevent a triple up

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    1. Oggle22
      • 7 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      I've got Johnson and gunna start him also eyed Keane but don't think it's worth the -4 and I'm starting trent reg Johnson so wouldn't start Keane

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

      I’d put Keane in, as Everton are likely to have a double next gameweek too, whereas West Ham have no rearranged games to play that week

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

      C

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  8. DOUBLEDOWN
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 8 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    G2G? Benching headache as well as hangover

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    1. fplgaruda
      • 2 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      G2G

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  9. Scoop77
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 12 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    If you’ve already taken -4 to get Bowen and Antonio in would you go -8 to take James out as well or wait until next week? I’m thinking Reguilon is best bet…

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    1. Oggle22
      • 7 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Depends who you're other defenders are I'm a reg owner and it's been so frustrating

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    2. klopptimusprime
      • 7 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      if you have a full playing team, would wait till next week to get more info (especially on DGWs)

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      1. Scoop77
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 12 Years
        2 years, 3 months ago

        Thanks, do have a full team, James is my only blank

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    3. offspinnersinahurry
      • 8 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      I’m thinking of a -4 to get in Coufal, Bowen and Antonio? Rash decision or sensible?

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      1. Scoop77
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 12 Years
        2 years, 3 months ago

        Do you want a West Ham triple going forwards?

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

      Wait

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  10. klopptimusprime
    • 7 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Watkins to DCL for a hit?

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    1. LT10
      • 12 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Not for me. I think DCL will only get about 90 mins (spread over two games)

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

      Not for me.

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

      No

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    4. klopptimusprime
      • 7 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Cheers! Will reassess GW22

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    5. Shaw must go on
      • 11 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      I am on same boat, I think I'll do it.. Dcl apart from injuries will start both games at home and nailed on pens I'm expecting him to play 120/140 minutes

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  11. Salarrivederci
    • 7 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Coufal more nailed on than Johnson at this point?
    Would be a nice way to bank some cash.

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    1. offspinnersinahurry
      • 8 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Yes I think so

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

      No 'more nailed', so no.

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  12. LT10
    • 12 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Any Leeds fans around?

    What are the chances of Gelhardt starting this week?

    Many thanks.

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  13. enrico.palazzo
    • 11 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Any hits needed here

    DDG (Ramsdale)
    Taa - Johnson - cancelo
    Bowen (C) - Son - Jota - Foden
    Dennis - Ronaldo - watkins

    Livramento - James * - Luiz
    1.0 ITB 0 FT

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    1. Sparky6670
      • 12 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      GTG. Livramento a reasonable sub home to Brentford if needed

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  14. Going Home
    • 12 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Love seeing all the FH sides without Trent and Cancelo. For the first time in months, their returns might actually move me up the rankings

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    1. AC/DC AFC
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 8 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Yep, lots of teams shaking it up.

      Relying on Everton performing well too.

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  15. Oggle22
    • 7 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Ramsdale
    Trent Reg Johnson
    Salah Son Bowen Jota Foden
    Antonio Dennis

    Foster Livra James Archer

    Anything worth a -4? Just incase foden and covid rumours are true? Could bench Dennis? And do James to Keane?

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  16. jackruet
    • 2 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Foden+ESR > Bowen+ grey (-8)?
    Would you do it?

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    1. Lucky Z
      • 6 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      What exactly known on Foden?

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      1. Going Home
        • 12 Years
        2 years, 3 months ago

        Nothing

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    2. masewindu
      • 8 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Yeah

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

    So, both Leicester & Norwich are on their knees, had their games cancelled and can hardly muster a team ... yet everyone is ripping their squads up to get WHU & Everton players because they have a double against ... err ... Leicester & Norwich

    When Garland Greene in Con Air said ''Define irony: a bunch of idiots dancing around on a plane to a song made famous by a band that died in a plane crash'' ... he obviously didn't play Fantasy Football 😉

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    1. Going Home
      • 12 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Norwich is covid based and so should be in a position to play in a week and a half.

      Leicester on the other hand have been decimated (see also AFCON). One case of covid and the Everton double goes.

      The counter argument is that Everton play BHA this week (not an awful game) and then Norwich. So having an Everton player isn’t a bad thing

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    2. LT10
      • 12 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Kind of agree.... but those games are 11 days away, so likely COVID issues will be over by then.

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      1. Going Home
        • 12 Years
        2 years, 3 months ago

        Leicester isn’t covid. It’s genuine injuries and AfCon. One case of covid and they won’t be playing Everton

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        1. LT10
          • 12 Years
          2 years, 3 months ago

          Thanks. Good to know.

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        2. _Freddo
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 14 Years
          2 years, 3 months ago

          A lot of these PL teams will shoot themselves in the foot next week in the FA Cup when most of them will field reserves and kids to give their first team a break after the hectic schedule.

          That will go against them when it comes to postponing future games because it will show it can be done, the PL can not go down the road of continuing to cancel games because teams with 25 man squad & youth academies can't field their best 11 & the FA Cup will help instigate the change in attitude to it.

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          1. Zenith UK
            • 7 Years
            2 years, 3 months ago

            I was literally just thinking and about to post something very similar to this

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    3. fplgaruda
      • 2 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      I feel silly reading your post. Knowing that the game is 10 days away, and PL wouldnt announced it yesterday if it isnt that reasonable to do.

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  18. Lucky Z
    • 6 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Guys couple of Yes/No questions

    A. Do you think Dalot will be back to XI?
    B. Is it worth to do ESR => Gray -4 and bench Dalot (also have Foden in XI who might need a cover)

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  19. offspinnersinahurry
    • 8 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Who is the best value (most nailed ) West Ham defender guys?

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

      Johnson, I don't see much of a debate, personally.

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    2. Going Home
      • 12 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Best value: Johnson
      Most nailed: Dawson

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  20. gellinmagellan
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 6 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    DDG Foster
    TAA James Cancelo White Livra
    Saka Bowen Salah Foden Jota
    Antonio King Scarlett

    3.2 ITB, done Galla > Bowen for FT.

    Which one now?
    A) Saka + James > Son + Royal for -8
    B) Foden > Son for -4
    C) Foden + James > Son + Reg for -8

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  21. The Train Driver
    • 8 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Pick 2 in a FH team:

    1. TAA
    2. Cancelo

    A. Salah
    B. KDB

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    1. Kiwivillan
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 9 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      1B

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  22. rupopo
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 9 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Happy New Year...and some help please....

    Bench 1 from: Trent, Cancelo, Jota, Foden

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  23. Woodstock
    • 2 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    HNY! Which would you go for guys;

    1. James to Keane & play him over Bilva
    2. Carry FT to next week

    I already have triple West Ham & Gray in the team

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    1. Shaw must go on
      • 11 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Save transfer

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  24. La Roja
    • 12 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Captain

    A) ntonio
    B) owen
    C) Son

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    1. OptimusBlack
      • 10 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      B

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    2. Jafalad
      • 14 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Not much difference xG between Bowen and Antonio. Some wise sages seem to think Bowen will get more gametime plus you get the extra point for cs/goals/

      Bowen for me.

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    3. Hits from the Bong
      • 5 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      I’m on B but starting to think A is the move

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  25. Hits from the Bong
    • 5 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Currently on -4, with exact money for Broja to DCL. Wait another week?

    Ramsdale
    TAA Cancelo Johnson
    Son Foden Bowen Gray
    Ronaldo Antonio Broja

    Steele Reguilon Jota Manquillo

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  26. OptimusBlack
    • 10 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Who to sell to get Bowen ?
    A- Martinelli
    B- Foden depend on Covid Rumors

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    1. Going Home
      • 12 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      A. Worse fixtures and blanks incoming. Foden would only miss this week of covid rumours are even true (which we won’t realistically find out before deadline)

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      1. OptimusBlack
        • 10 Years
        2 years, 3 months ago

        Good think

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    2. Hits from the Bong
      • 5 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      A

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      1. OptimusBlack
        • 10 Years
        2 years, 3 months ago

        Cheers

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  27. Going Home
    • 12 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    If you are going into this GW with more than four DGW players (assuming you’re not using your FH), you will have a lot of players to shift next week

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

      Not really.
      West Ham have pretty good long-term fixtures so do Everton.

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      1. Going Home
        • 12 Years
        2 years, 3 months ago

        WHU triple up is a big gamble. Everton have been terrible. Norwich had good fixtures and nobody jumped on that bandwagon

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        1. Hits from the Bong
          • 5 Years
          2 years, 3 months ago

          Gray has been good for the price and DCL on fire before the injury, they’ll be much better now he’s back. Good fixtures, another double, don’t think it’s that bad

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

      Meaning?

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      1. Going Home
        • 12 Years
        2 years, 3 months ago

        Meaning that, after this week:

        Three West Ham players might be ok, but two is probably sufficient (especially with covid you probably want to avoid the triple up)

        Everton are absolutely awful, so having more than one player there is a huge gamble.

        Brentford play Liverpool and Man City in their next three.

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  28. smix
    • 8 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Ship out who for Son?
    A. Mount
    B. Foden
    C. BSilva
    D. Jota

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    1. LT10
      • 12 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      A or C

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  29. Jafalad
    • 14 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    WHM defender of choice?

    Dawson 4.9 biggest goal threat/in Scout Picks/Mark
    Diop - least goal threat and Zouma due back
    Johnson - place under threat from Cresswell? 4.0
    Coufal - 4.7 - started last 5 but will Cresswell take his place?

    Seems Dawson is the obvious pick.

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  30. Burger
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 8 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Any areas to improve this FH?

    Pickford
    TAA, Cancelo, Dawson
    Sterling, Son, Bowen, Gray
    Antonio, Kane, DCL

    Subs: 3.9m GK fodder, Mbuemo, Duffy, Marcal

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