Scout Notes

Southampton’s home form, Broja’s goals and Brentford’s defence: FPL Double Gameweek 21 notes

Southampton swept aside Brentford in the only Double Gameweek 22 match of the day, after Everton v Leicester City was postponed on Sunday.

Our Scout Notes article reflects on the key Fantasy Premier League (FPL) talking points from the fixture.

FORTRESS ST MARY’S

Following tonight’s convincing 4-1 win over Brentford, Southampton have now lost just one of their 10 Premier League home fixtures in 2021/22.

Across the season, only Liverpool have lost fewer on home turf, with their only defeat arriving against Wolverhampton Wanderers back in September.

SOUTHAMPTON AT HOME 2021/22:
GameweekOpponentScore
21Brentford4-1
20Tottenham Hotspur1-1
15Brighton and Hove Albion1-1
14Leicester City2-2
11Aston Villa1-0
9Burnley2-2
8Leeds United1-0
6Wolverhampton Wanderers0-1
4West Ham United0-0
2Manchester United1-1

From Gameweek 26, the Saints embark on a kind run of home fixtures, taking on Everton, Norwich City and Watford, which suggests their budget options could offer FPL managers plenty of value during that run.


BARGAIN BROJA

At the start of the season, Armando Broja (£5.3m) wasn’t one of Ralph Hasenhuttl’s first-choice strikers.

However, the Chelsea loanee is developing into a player who will surely start most weeks, after producing his fifth goal of the season in Double Gameweek 21.

As a result, Broja has now racked up seven attacking returns across 16 Premier League appearances, though it’s worth noting only eight have been starts, with all of his goals arriving in those fixtures.

BROJA’S PREMIER LEAGUE STARTS 2021/22:
GameweekOpponentScoreGoalsAssistsBonusFPL points
21Brentford4-11028
19West Ham United2-30104
17Crystal Palace2-211312
16Arsenal0-30002
15Brighton and Hove Albion1-11028
13Liverpool0-40002
9Burnley2-21028
8Leeds United1-01028

Given the schedule detailed above, plus the fact they have a home tie against Newcastle United that still needs to be rearranged, Broja surely won’t remain a differential too much longer.

“This is not a surprise, he is quick and has a fantastic finish. He has some weapons that are definitely helping us. Young players can take a while to adapt to the Premier League and we knew it would be a tough start, but we are not getting worse we are getting better every day.” -Ralph Hasenhuttl on Armando Broja’s form

DEFENSIVE ISSUES AT BRENFORD

While a relegation battle looks unlikely, Brentford’s defensive form on the road is a real concern, having shipped 16 goals across their last six away games.

Given the opposition faced, which hasn’t exactly included the divisions most potent attacks (Southampton, Brighton and Hove Albion, Leeds United, Tottenham Hotspur, Newcastle United and Burnley), owners of Diogo Jota (£8.3m) and other Liverpool assets will be relishing this weekend’s matchup.

Notably, most of their chances during that six-game run have been conceded from their right, a theme which continued against Southampton, which is captured on their expected goals conceded (xG) shot map:

Brentford’s xGC shot map v Southampton in Double Gameweek 21

“Fair play to Southampton but my job is to look at my team’s performance. If we are not playing every second of every Premier League match 100% then we are not getting anything out of it. We needed to do better at 2-1. We can’t give three of the goals away, especially the last two. We tried to change it offensively (when Wissa came on). We were slightly better but it didn’t help. That is why it hits so hard. The big thing we want to be good at is defending well and we have done it well this season but didn’t today.” – Thomas Frank


Southampton XI: Forster, Bednarek, Lyanco, Salisu, Tella (S Armstrong 70), Ward-Prowse, Romeu, Diallo, Perraud, Redmond (Adams 65), Broja (A Armstrong 78)

Brentford XI: Fernandez, Ajer, Jansson, Pinnock (Jensen 68), Roerslev, Janelt, Norgaard, Baptiste (Wissa 56), Canos (Stevens 76), Mbeumo, Toney

435 Comments Post a Comment
  1. NABIL - FPL otai
    • 11 Years
    2 years, 2 months ago

    What to do with Chris Wood? Keep or sell?

    1. FPL Brains
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • Has Moderation Rights
      • 12 Years
      2 years, 2 months ago

      Keep

    2. 11 smelly shirts
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 5 Years
      2 years, 2 months ago

      Isn't he bench fodder anyway? I'd sell him, maybe for one of the Watford strikers or someone else. Just looked at forwards under 7 Mio and Wood is just on position 13, plenty others who are better in this price range

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

        He's going to Newcastle

        1. NABIL - FPL otai
          • 11 Years
          2 years, 2 months ago

          Is it a good sign?

    3. Sif
      • 10 Years
      2 years, 2 months ago

      I'd keep, he'll be full of energy to get a debut goal.

      1. NABIL - FPL otai
        • 11 Years
        2 years, 2 months ago

        Yeah could be the case. Plus immediate fixtures are so kind for Newcastle.

        Thanks peeps

  2. Flynny
    • 9 Years
    2 years, 2 months ago

    Hi all.....1ft and 0.5mitb

    Am I best with a simple son and broja to maddison and Dennis - 4?

    Love broja but can't be sure when he starts and Dennis has the double

    Raphinha can come in if Leicester postponed

    Thanks

    Ddg rams
    Taa cancelo alonso (diop livra)
    Son foden jota bowen (gray)
    Ronaldo Antonio broja

    1. Thomas Jerome Newton
      • 7 Years
      2 years, 2 months ago

      I think I would do the same plan with your team.

      1. Flynny
        • 9 Years
        2 years, 2 months ago

        Thanks

    2. NABIL - FPL otai
      • 11 Years
      2 years, 2 months ago

      Decent plan imo

    3. House Frey Wedding Planner
      • 5 Years
      2 years, 2 months ago

      Have almost the same team and also thinking about Son and Broja for Dennis plus one midfielder for a -4.

      Really not sold on Maddison though as Leicester's fixtures aren't good after the double and I'd probably want to sell Maddy shortly after. Will wait on more developments by the end of the week. May just end up doing Broja to Dennis and holding onto Son for one more week.

  3. Thomas Jerome Newton
    • 7 Years
    2 years, 2 months ago

    Any of these either definitely out or definitely playing GW23?
    A) Foden
    B) Livramento
    C) Dennis
    D) Ronaldo
    E) Trent Alexander-Arnold
    Trying to decide whether to FH or try get away with transfers. Also have Salah and Bissouma.

    1. Flynny
      • 9 Years
      2 years, 2 months ago

      I think livra is the biggest doubt

      The others should play

      1. Thomas Jerome Newton
        • 7 Years
        2 years, 2 months ago

        Sounds promising. Thanks.

    2. Firmino
      • 8 Years
      2 years, 2 months ago

      Foden, Dennis, Trent plays. Ronaldo probably. Livra probably not.

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

    How likely is the bura lei game to go ahead ?

    1. tets mcgee (Bachmann an Rob…
      • 8 Years
      2 years, 2 months ago

      have leic applied to cancel.. i guess we will atleast find that out before deadline

  5. putana
    • 5 Years
    2 years, 2 months ago

    better option for the dgw (have dennis):

    a) king
    b)moura

    1. Botman and Robben
      • 7 Years
      2 years, 2 months ago

      b

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

    FH this?

    Only have DDG/Bachmann and Brownhill on for double, otherwise, the team looking ok (bench an issue)

    1FT, 2.1m

    DDG*
    TAA Dias Cancelo
    Jota Bernardo Bowen Brownhill*
    Watkins DCL Antonio

    Bachmann* James** Son** Livra**

    1. Botman and Robben
      • 7 Years
      2 years, 2 months ago

      Sell Son to DGW player, no FH.

    2. Hart-ake
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 6 Years
      2 years, 2 months ago

      In a similar situation. Considering just downgrading Son and upgrading a striker to Kane. FH tempting though....

    3. Casual Player
      • 3 Years
      2 years, 2 months ago

      I'm in a very similar spot and reckon I have an EV of 25-30 more from a FH. Waiting until late to actually pull the trigger, because things can change, but seems worthwhile

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

        More likely to free hit than not, especially because many of the single GW players have great fixtures coming up and I don't really want to get rid

        1. Casual Player
          • 3 Years
          2 years, 2 months ago

          Yeah same, my team is well setup for GW23 and beyond too. Stuff like Son injury and Leicester uncertainty complicating it, but feels like a no brainer to FH with only 1-2 DGW players before transfers.

  7. Boomerang V
    • 7 Years
    2 years, 2 months ago

    What players should we target if WC'ing?

    1. TheTinman
      • 8 Years
      2 years, 2 months ago

      Wood

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

        Donkey

    2. NABIL - FPL otai
      • 11 Years
      2 years, 2 months ago

      TAA Jota Bowen. City and Villa to be ahead of the curve

  8. Kane5
    • 5 Years
    2 years, 2 months ago

    A) Tielemans
    B) Trossard

    0.1 off Moura...

    1. The FPL Units
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 14 Years
      2 years, 2 months ago

      A if you have to or neither.

    2. TheTinman
      • 8 Years
      2 years, 2 months ago

      Can you get to Wood

    3. Hart-ake
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 6 Years
      2 years, 2 months ago

      Depends on Leicester situation. Ideally A.

    4. Botman and Robben
      • 7 Years
      2 years, 2 months ago

      A

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

    Hi guys, any suggestions on what I should do here? Wanted to play my BB this week before son flag & so Bilva > Maddison. Should I now just do Son > Maddison & play my BB? Will have 7 DGW players.

    Lloris
    Cancelo - TAA - Coufal
    Son - KDB - Bilva - Jota - Bowen
    Antonio - Dennis

    Bachman - Lamptey - Rudiger - Broja

    1. Sheffield Wednesday
      • 3 Years
      2 years, 2 months ago

      Yes do a little S > M, and BB depending on the usual caveats.

  10. NABIL - FPL otai
    • 11 Years
    2 years, 2 months ago

    At this rate, Chris Wood will make or break my season.

    1. TheTinman
      • 8 Years
      2 years, 2 months ago

      Well he will make Newcastles season and break Rochdale Cowboys heart. Seems he is that kind of guy

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

        Obsessed! As long as Burnley go down I'll be just fine.

    2. NorCal Villan
      • 2 Years
      2 years, 2 months ago

      If that’s true it’s probably already broken 😎

      1. Sheffield Wednesday
        • 3 Years
        2 years, 2 months ago

        maybe just splintered atm

      2. NABIL - FPL otai
        • 11 Years
        2 years, 2 months ago

        Bought him in GW15.

        5 green arrows out of 6 since then. 709k to 173k.

        I'm a tough guy like Wood 😛

  11. SpaceCadet
    • 10 Years
    2 years, 2 months ago

    Best Son replacement here?

    Son Jota Bernardo Bowen gray
    Ronaldo Antonio king

    1. NABIL - FPL otai
      • 11 Years
      2 years, 2 months ago

      Play Gray.

      Son to City mid or Cout next GW

      1. SpaceCadet
        • 10 Years
        2 years, 2 months ago

        Don’t think I need another dgw player? Moura/ Maddison/ mount?

      2. SpaceCadet
        • 10 Years
        2 years, 2 months ago

        Only have 4 so far. Lloris, Alonso, Ronaldo, king

        1. NABIL - FPL otai
          • 11 Years
          2 years, 2 months ago

          Same here only 4 atm, DDG Alonso King Wood. Will be down to 3 later. Still got Salah and Son.

          Think many DGW mids (except for Maddison) are short-sighted picks. You already have Bilva so maybe Maddison could work for you.

          1. SpaceCadet
            • 10 Years
            2 years, 2 months ago

            Thanks man

    2. Sheffield Wednesday
      • 3 Years
      2 years, 2 months ago

      Assuming you replace Son, who will you bench out of the 8 attackers?

      1. SpaceCadet
        • 10 Years
        2 years, 2 months ago

        Probably Bernardo. Not ideal but think it will be worth it for a dgw player

  12. Sheffield Wednesday
    • 3 Years
    2 years, 2 months ago

    McTominay. Thank me later.

  13. Taegugk Warrior
    • 5 Years
    2 years, 2 months ago

    a. Salah,Watkins,Davis to Moura,Ronaldo,Dennis (-8)
    b. FH

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

      B

    2. NABIL - FPL otai
      • 11 Years
      2 years, 2 months ago

      Something else

  14. Corona is not good 4 U
    • 3 Years
    2 years, 2 months ago

    What to do with this horror show and the double game week?

    de Gea, Foster (orange)
    Alexander-Arnold (yellow), Cancelo, Coufal, Davies, White
    Bernado, Son (red), Jota, Bowen, Martinelli
    Ronaldo (yellow), Antonio, Broja (yellow)

    1 free transfer and 2.5 in the bank.

    Thank you!

  15. De Gea is GOAT
    • 7 Years
    2 years, 2 months ago

    Haven't had the chance to watch the extended highlights this morning. Apart from scoring did Broja have a good game? TIA

    1. Sheffield Wednesday
      • 3 Years
      2 years, 2 months ago

      Yes, first time I have watched him play and he looked good. Could have had assists if paired with another striker (Adams didn't start)

      1. De Gea is GOAT
        • 7 Years
        2 years, 2 months ago

        That's reassuring. Could be such a bargain but im worried about his mins. Hopefully he keeps his spot now. Cheers for that

  16. Ibralicious
    • 9 Years
    2 years, 2 months ago

    Have exact cash for Antonio + Watkins + Bernardo —> Kane + Dennis + Lennon (Burnley DGW) for -4:

    De Gea
    TAA - 
Rüdiger - Reguilón
    Jota - Bowen - Raphinha - Gray
    Ronaldo - Antonio - Watkins

    (Ramsdale) - Bernardo - Cancelo - Livramento) - 2 FT - 2 FHs in hand

    Yay or nay? It's the only viable route to Kane IMO.

    1. Firmino
      • 8 Years
      2 years, 2 months ago

      Is Bernardo to fodder enough?

      1. Ibralicious
        • 9 Years
        2 years, 2 months ago

        Nope, 0.8 short

  17. putana
    • 5 Years
    2 years, 2 months ago

    i have 7 players flagged. Doubt anyone could beat that

    1. TorresMagic™
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • Has Moderation Rights
      • 14 Years
      2 years, 2 months ago

      Seen an 8, on 7 myself yesterday.

  18. Ragabolly
    • 14 Years
    2 years, 2 months ago

    Risers: Jota (8.3) Antonio (7.9)

    Fallers: Baah (4.3) Stevens (3.9) Okonkwo (3.9)

    1. CroatianHammer
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 8 Years
      2 years, 2 months ago

      Finally! 2-0
      Just in time for the FH too.

    2. TorresMagic™
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • Has Moderation Rights
      • 14 Years
      2 years, 2 months ago

      Cheers Ragabolly 🙂

    3. waldo666
      • 13 Years
      2 years, 2 months ago

      Cheers Ragabolly.

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

      cheers RB

    5. NABIL - FPL otai
      • 11 Years
      2 years, 2 months ago

      Cheers Raga. 2-0 like many

      1. Andy_Social
        • 11 Years
        2 years, 2 months ago

        Likewise. Compensates for that daft Ollie price-drop yesterday.

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

      Baah humbug

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

      By my calcs, that’s 17 price changes for Antonio so far this season but only 0.4m higher than his starting price…

  19. TorresMagic™
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • Has Moderation Rights
    • 14 Years
    2 years, 2 months ago

    LMS safety score currently 37 with autosubs.

    https://www.livefpl.net/LMS

  20. BIG TONES
    • 9 Years
    2 years, 2 months ago

    DZ - don't often post these, RMFHT?

    DDG
    VVD - Cancelo - Reguilon
    Maddison - Lucas Moura - Jota - Bowen
    Kane - Ronaldo - Antonio

    Subs are all fodder. (Gunnarson - Tsimikas - Brownhill - Bardsley)

    Have 1.6m ITB, so was thinking either upgrade the bench, or maybe go Dennis over Antonio to get another DGW player in.

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

      G2g

    2. claretdownunder
      • 13 Years
      2 years, 2 months ago

      will probably need a deeper bench for this weekend

    3. CROWLEY NOT CRAWLEY
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 3 Years
      2 years, 2 months ago

      Dennis and invest in upgrading bench.

    4. The Ilfordian
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 6 Years
      2 years, 2 months ago

      VVD and Cancelo could become Cucurela/ Lamptey and Alonso to save some money and get DGW players

  21. Corona is not good 4 U
    • 3 Years
    2 years, 2 months ago

    Which double game week players are worth to bring in for a hit?

    Thank you!

    1. claretdownunder
      • 13 Years
      2 years, 2 months ago

      too much uncertainty and lack of form to be certain a minus 4 will pay off - i would take a hit though to replace a non playing player eg Son

  22. Corona is not good 4 U
    • 3 Years
    2 years, 2 months ago

    Is this crazy?

    Bernardo, Son and Broja -> Maddison, Lucas Moura and Kane for - 8?

    Thank you!

  23. Cruyff's Eleven
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 5 Years
    2 years, 2 months ago

    "Given the schedule detailed above, plus the fact they have a home tie against Newcastle United that still needs to be rearranged, Broja surely won’t remain a differential too much longer"....

    Are they suggesting Broja should be part of the template? He never plays 90 minutes for starters....

    Not convinced...

    1. Andy_Social
      • 11 Years
      2 years, 2 months ago

      Not when Dennis remains in the same price bracket.

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

        Hey, saw you on the Scout YouTubes and it was great to see the man behind the rank lol. Cheers and good luck.

        1. Ragabolly
          • 14 Years
          2 years, 2 months ago

          Assuming this is for me, thank you so much, my pleasure 🙂

          1. Ragabolly
            • 14 Years
            2 years, 2 months ago

            If it wasn't for me, I am sorry that my ego made me think so 😀

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

              It was for Andy, but it could have just as easily applied to you and your work! I watched that video too, and it was great to see the Ragabolly!

              1. Ragabolly
                • 14 Years
                2 years, 2 months ago

                Ok I am so sorry about that 😀 Just assumed the behind the rank meant behind livefpl rank 🙂 I should be embarrassed now but I think you tried to ease the embarrassment so thank you!

                1. Johan Queef
                  • 9 Years
                  2 years, 2 months ago

                  Enjoyed reading these...don't be embarrassed though, I'm a big fan of the site and happy to send a lot of praise your way!

                2. Andy_Social
                  • 11 Years
                  2 years, 2 months ago

                  Cheers Gunnar. I was very surprised to be asked on the show. It did feel a bit wrong to be immediately following the legend that is Ragabolly though. From the sublime to the ridiculous, as they say!

            2. bso
              • Fantasy Football Scout Member
              • 9 Years
              2 years, 2 months ago

              No ego mate...you are a genius. Hats off to you and thanks for the great FPL live website. It sure has helped to up my rank this season and last one too.
              All the best to you!

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

    Was on 47k, now currently on 54k and I have coufal Bowen C Antonio to go. Can I expect a rank below 45k if Bowen at least score?

    1. Ragabolly
      • 14 Years
      2 years, 2 months ago

      http://www.livefpl.net/whatif put points for Bowen, Antonio and WH def and see how your rank is affected

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

        Thanks for the link.

    2. My heart goes Salalalalah
      • 7 Years
      2 years, 2 months ago

      Yes

  25. jia you
    • 7 Years
    2 years, 2 months ago

    -8 team locked and loaded:

    Lloris
    Reguilon Trent Robertson
    Jota KdB Foden Bowen Sancho
    Dennis King
    (Gunn Cancelo Watkins Livra)
    0.6

    1. jia you
      • 7 Years
      2 years, 2 months ago

      Tsimikas + Son + Edouard to Robertson + Sancho + King

      1. jia you
        • 7 Years
        2 years, 2 months ago

        better than using a FH, right?

      2. Holmes
        • 10 Years
        2 years, 2 months ago

        Other than Sancho, it looks good

        1. jia you
          • 7 Years
          2 years, 2 months ago

          pure punt over a Leicester mid...our wide players suck and we badly need width atm so I think he starts both

  26. nolard
    • 9 Years
    2 years, 2 months ago

    Is Ron really out?

    Thinking of getting King or Dennis

    1. DARK SIDE OF THE LOON
      • 7 Years
      2 years, 2 months ago

      Wait for updates

      1. nolard
        • 9 Years
        2 years, 2 months ago

        Yep!

  27. DARK SIDE OF THE LOON
    • 7 Years
    2 years, 2 months ago

    Is there a downloadable link or a site where I can see all the updated fixtures including the DGW 22 and the blanks.

    1. Holmes
      • 10 Years
      2 years, 2 months ago

      sit back and relax for now 😉

      1. Holmes
        • 10 Years
        2 years, 2 months ago

        2nd sheet in this file should do the job, too many colors though!

        https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/17-T1IPj0qUNWHdCBvgDGB9XhKnZhLnZZIw6eQUCcanY/edit#gid=1854996112

        1. DARK SIDE OF THE LOON
          • 7 Years
          2 years, 2 months ago

          Thanks a lot!

          Lesser number of colours than the Eastman coloured movies I grew up watching!

  28. 03farmboy
    • 4 Years
    2 years, 2 months ago

    Who’s best captain option this week?

    1. House Frey Wedding Planner
      • 5 Years
      2 years, 2 months ago

      Probably Kane

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

      Check captain poll.

    3. Botman and Robben
      • 7 Years
      2 years, 2 months ago

      CR7 according to poll

    4. Noisy Neighbour
      • 11 Years
      2 years, 2 months ago

      Joao Pedro

  29. ScoutHelp
    • 3 Years
    2 years, 2 months ago

    Should I FH?

    Sanchez (Ramsdale)
    TAA Dias Cancelo (Johnson Tierney)
    Salah Son Jota Bowen (Luiz)
    Antonio Watkins Broja

  30. Johan Queef
    • 9 Years
    2 years, 2 months ago

    Is Dalot out of favour now at United? Likelihood of him starting 2 in the double?

    He's my only outfield player with a double this week so I'm not feeling overly confident!

    1. Holmes
      • 10 Years
      2 years, 2 months ago

      Chances of 2 starts are looking slim, 1 at best and maybe a sub appearance in 2nd.

      1. Johan Queef
        • 9 Years
        2 years, 2 months ago

        Let's be honest, he certainly isn't going to be a rank booster. Free hit just looks so meh so I may just roll with the punches this week!