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Joe, Seb and Andy help Fantasy Premier League (FPL) managers prepare for Gameweek 32 and beyond.

FPL managers can breathe a sigh of relief this time around in a rare Gameweek without a double or blank fixture to trouble them.

However, there is no shortage of tough problems ahead. This includes how to deploy remaining chips and make transfers given the new fixtures announced on Monday for later in the season.

In a perfectly timed move, for the Scoutcasters at least, the Premier League has confirmed a raft of dates for rescheduled games, with enticing doubles ahead for Gameweeks 36 and 37.

This latest episode looks at each team’s prospects for our attention before the season concludes, offering advice on the best time to use chips along the way.

Even without chips, investment in Leicester City, Chelsea and Manchester City assets could make or break many FPL managers’ campaigns.

Among major issues ahead is whether Liverpool talisman Mohamed Salah (£13.3m), who has struggled to find the net in open play in recent weeks, makes way. Could FPL managers prosper by removing such an explosive asset and replace him with other premium gems? Or is it a risk too far?

Elsewhere, Joe is preparing his trolley for some bargain basement shopping ahead of his Bench Boost in Gameweek 33. But, is Manchester United’s Fred (£4.9m) really the best he can find?

Attacking defenders are also discussed, as are the latest trials and tribulations of the community team that the Scoutcast crew are managing on behalf of a top manager.

There’s also time for some quick-fire questions during another lengthy episode, where even two hours doesn’t seem long enough to tackle all the challenges facing FPL managers in this tricky season.

Finally, team reveals and captaincy calls round off the show, which was streamed on Tuesday 5 April.

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  1. Ask Yourself
    • 9 Years
    3 years, 8 months ago

    Need something huge from Weghorst. Surely if it’s ever going to happen it’s got to happen against the worst team around right now?

    1. Drexl Spivey
      • 7 Years
      3 years, 8 months ago

      I bloody hope so. I'd had an absolute 'mare the last few GWs.

      1. Ask Yourself
        • 9 Years
        3 years, 8 months ago

        Been very stagnant for a little while it’s getting boring I always hate the end of the season

    2. Holmes
      • 12 Years
      3 years, 8 months ago

      next week will be your week

      1. Ask Yourself
        • 9 Years
        3 years, 8 months ago

        Yeah aswell

    3. tokara
      • 11 Years
      3 years, 8 months ago

      might not even start

      1. Ask Yourself
        • 9 Years
        3 years, 8 months ago

        F off hahahaha

        1. tokara
          • 11 Years
          3 years, 8 months ago

          got u there lol

          good luck!

          1. Ask Yourself
            • 9 Years
            3 years, 8 months ago

            Cheers 🙂 u too x

    4. Bubz
      • 12 Years
      3 years, 8 months ago

      I am not confident

      1. Ask Yourself
        • 9 Years
        3 years, 8 months ago

        Yeah but there’s no fun in having low expectations otherwise I won’t waste my Wednesday night watching Burnley vs Everton ffs

        1. Mr. O'Connell
          • 13 Years
          3 years, 8 months ago

          I mean you could watch Chelsea Real Madrid instead. Should be a better game.

  2. Atimis
    • 9 Years
    3 years, 8 months ago

    Thoughts on Salah to Bruno for next 2 GWs?

    1. Holmes
      • 12 Years
      3 years, 8 months ago

      lets do it, worst case scenario, rank will get doubled...

      1. dshv
        • 8 Years
        3 years, 8 months ago

        Hahahahha true

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

      Yeah why not. Bruno loves taking shots, and Pickford is horrible in keeping shots out. Followed by a double, let's have it!

    3. SpaceCadet
      • 11 Years
      3 years, 8 months ago

      No brainer

  3. Lord of Ings
    • 10 Years
    3 years, 8 months ago

    Bottomed last page
    Ramsdale
    Doherty James Rudiger Cancelo
    Barnes Saka Raphinha son
    Kane Weghorst
    Dubravka Coutinho Broja* Tierney*
    2.3M ITB, 1 FT.
    G2G? Should I roll the transfer?

    1. Lord of Ings
      • 10 Years
      3 years, 8 months ago

      Anyone?

    2. Holmes
      • 12 Years
      3 years, 8 months ago

      yep, good enough to roll

    3. Bobby Crush
      • 11 Years
      3 years, 8 months ago

      I'd move Tierney.
      He is done, and you will have other moves next week.

      1. Lord of Ings
        • 10 Years
        3 years, 8 months ago

        I think I will move him on next week anyway but just not sure for whom yet.
        I’m looking to get 2 of Maddison/Sancho/Bruno and I can adjust accordingly next week
        This week no standout option to replace Tierney that’s the issue.
        I would love a punt on castagne but with Justin pereira albrighton back it’s tough to go there.

        1. Bobby Crush
          • 11 Years
          3 years, 8 months ago

          Yes, it was perhaps easier for me as I didn't have Doherty.
          I held off Justin for the reasons you list.

          1. Lord of Ings
            • 10 Years
            3 years, 8 months ago

            Yup.
            Any changes to the starting XI I have right now? Or would you roll as well? 2 FTs could come in handy next week

            1. Bobby Crush
              • 11 Years
              3 years, 8 months ago

              You aren't FH then I guess.
              Looks good.

    4. Malaikat Jihad
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 15 Years
      3 years, 8 months ago

      Get of Tierney if you risk losing cash.

  4. NielsvanDelft
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 7 Years
    3 years, 8 months ago

    1ft, 2.2M ITB. Do Ramsey to Maddison this week or roll and do next week?
    Or are there any other suggestions for this team?

    Ramsdale
    TAA - Robbo - Rudi - Cancelo - Doherty
    Barnes - Martinelli - Saka - Son (Ramsey)
    Kane (Broja - Jimmy)

    1. tokara
      • 11 Years
      3 years, 8 months ago

      i would roll. u can play 5 defenders

  5. drughi
    • 16 Years
    3 years, 8 months ago

    Best Tierney replacement ?

    A. Laporte
    B. Schär
    C. Rudiger/james

    1. NielsvanDelft
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 7 Years
      3 years, 8 months ago

      Longer term Laporte, short term Schär.

    2. OPTA FPL
      • 14 Years
      3 years, 8 months ago

      James

    3. Bubz
      • 12 Years
      3 years, 8 months ago

      James

    4. drughi
      • 16 Years
      3 years, 8 months ago

      bit worried about james game time with all the cups and such

      1. OPTA FPL
        • 14 Years
        3 years, 8 months ago

        You have sub

        1. drughi
          • 16 Years
          3 years, 8 months ago

          james often comes on though, thats the problem

    5. Bobby Crush
      • 11 Years
      3 years, 8 months ago

      I'd get Laporte.

  6. Eastman
    • 8 Years
    3 years, 8 months ago

    I have 2 free hits and a bb.
    Does it make sense to fh 33 and 36 and build to bb in 37 when cheap options like Mateta and Ramsey have good fixtures.

    1. Holmes
      • 12 Years
      3 years, 8 months ago

      Remember, you will have only 4FTs to build a bench for 37 with FH33 and FH36

      1. Eastman
        • 8 Years
        3 years, 8 months ago

        Thanks that's a good point. I hadn't thought of that. I do have 2 ft's this week and already have Ramsey who has a double. Any ideas this week:

        Dubr Ramsdale
        TAA Doherty Rudi Cancello Kilman
        Salah Mount Raphinha Saka Ramsey
        Broja Kane Toney

        1. Holmes
          • 12 Years
          3 years, 8 months ago

          With FH33 in mind, you have to use both FTs this week, otherwise it will be a waste.

          Planning to use Ramsdale-Dubravka in 37?

          In defense, Kilman is an issue. So I would use 1FT there.

          Midfield is probably fine with Raphinha being an issue, can be sorted in 34.

          Toney has got decent fixtures to end the season. Broja has gametime issues. so I would use 2nd FT here.

          So my recommended moves would be Broja to Mateta and Kilman to Cash/Mitchell.

          1. Bojam
            • 8 Years
            3 years, 8 months ago

            Solid advice ^

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

            Thank you so much for this reply Holmes. Think it corroborates some of my thinking.

  7. OPTA FPL
    • 14 Years
    3 years, 8 months ago

    Play Robertson or Dennis?

    1. Ask Yourself
      • 9 Years
      3 years, 8 months ago

      Will Hodgson play Dennis? Even if he did I’d still vote Robbo

      1. OPTA FPL
        • 14 Years
        3 years, 8 months ago

        Dennis just restes last week i think

        1. Ask Yourself
          • 9 Years
          3 years, 8 months ago

          Yeah and joao Pedro didn’t particularly set the world alight in his absence I suppose

        2. JBG
          • 7 Years
          3 years, 8 months ago

          You think it will be Dennis-Cucho-Sarr?

    2. Bobby Crush
      • 11 Years
      3 years, 8 months ago

      Tough - Robbo is in good form, but City will score.

  8. TanN
    • 4 Years
    3 years, 8 months ago

    I think taking Salah out might be worth it this week, I'm thinking the following:

    For GW32: Salah --> KDB
    For GW33: KDB --> Bruno

    Then I'll probably WC/ see what form Salah is in as to whether I need him back

    1. Holmes
      • 12 Years
      3 years, 8 months ago

      Bruno vs Everton is probably better than Kevin vs Liverpool

      1. DavvaMC
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 4 Years
        3 years, 8 months ago

        Agreed.

      2. TanN
        • 4 Years
        3 years, 8 months ago

        understood, i just assumed with the form KDB is in would make him a better choice than Bruno who is in a struggling united team although have an easier fixture?

  9. Simon69
    • 13 Years
    3 years, 8 months ago

    Play TAA over Adams yeah? Wouldn't even be a question but Chelsea's capitulation vs Brentford has me wonderin'

    Ramsdale

    Doherty - TAA - Rudiger - White

    Salah - Kulusevski - Maddison - Saka - Raphinha

    Kane (c)

    Subs: Dubravka - Matip - Adams - Broja

    1. Bojam
      • 8 Years
      3 years, 8 months ago

      I’m wondering whether the bench TAA and play Toney (vs WHU) this week. Have Adams too but can’t see him hauling vs Chelsea tbh. Expect a reaction after the Brentford result.

  10. Bojam
    • 8 Years
    3 years, 8 months ago

    Line-up for GW32:

    Ramsdale
    Rudiger, Doherty, White
    KDB, Jota, Maddison, Saka, Kulu
    (K)ane

    Play TAA in 4-5-1
    Or Toney in 3-5-2?

    Other subs: Dubravka, Laporte, Adams

    Don’t think Pool will keep a clean sheet. Is Trent (vs MCI) or Toney (vs WHU) more likely to get attacking returns this week?

    Cheers!

    1. sirmorbach
      • 9 Years
      3 years, 8 months ago

      That is a good question, and, at first glance, Toney seems more likely to score than Trent to keep a clean sheet.

      That being said... it's Trent. I'd probably play him and bench Toney.

      Good luck!

    2. Holmes
      • 12 Years
      3 years, 8 months ago

      Risky to bench Trent but I would probably roll with Toney vs tired WHM legs.

      However, I would start Trent over Jota/White.

      1. Bojam
        • 8 Years
        3 years, 8 months ago

        Interesting, thanks man. Fancy Jota to return. But TAA over White is a good call.

    3. Bobby Crush
      • 11 Years
      3 years, 8 months ago

      Trent is just too good.

  11. sirmorbach
    • 9 Years
    3 years, 8 months ago

    Lloris
    TAA, Robbo, Cancelo, Rüdiger
    Salah, Raphinha, Saka, Kulusevski
    Kane, Weghorst

    Foster, Cash, Broja, Gordon

    Roll ft, lads?

    1. Bojam
      • 8 Years
      3 years, 8 months ago

      Can’t see anything very pressing there. Roll it.

      1. sirmorbach
        • 9 Years
        3 years, 8 months ago

        Many thanks, mate

        1. Bojam
          • 8 Years
          3 years, 8 months ago

          No probs. Can you help me out (post above)? Ta

  12. drughi
    • 16 Years
    3 years, 8 months ago

    Is saka a must for the double in gw 33 ?

    1. _Make
      • 8 Years
      3 years, 8 months ago

      Reckon so

  13. Tango74
    • 5 Years
    3 years, 8 months ago

    Why are people WC34 not 35 for BB36?

    1. _Make
      • 8 Years
      3 years, 8 months ago

      One of the main reasons was fixture swings, and one of the main fixture swings was Chelsea. However, Chelsea are not looking very attractive for two reasons (form, and priorities => rotation) so I don't think 34 over 35 is as much of a big deal now.

      I think it comes down to two minor decisions:

      34 lets you get City players earlier
      35 gives you a week's extra protection from transfers in being derailed by injuries

      1. Tango74
        • 5 Years
        3 years, 8 months ago

        Thank you, I rather leave till week before . And also rotation risk

  14. DARK SIDE OF THE LOON
    • 9 Years
    3 years, 8 months ago

    Which option:

    A) James + Martinelli
    B) White + Maddison

    1. Bojam
      • 8 Years
      3 years, 8 months ago

      Problem with A is that James’ PL mins are likely to be managed with CL fixtures to play and recent return from injury. And Martinelli may have lost his starting place to ESR. Definitely a higher upside but risky IMO.

      Arsenal’s defence - bar the aberration vs Palace - has been solid. And Maddison is on form, though also a possible rotation risk with European games.

      I’d go B I think unless you’re feeling very bold.

      1. DARK SIDE OF THE LOON
        • 9 Years
        3 years, 8 months ago

        Not feeling bold at all. Thanks a lot!

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

      A is risky but the upside is massive
      B is boring but will get you steady points.
      Depends on your risk appetite in the end.

  15. ShaunGoater123
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 11 Years
    3 years, 8 months ago

    Afternoon all,

    Those with FH & BB left, what are you thinking for weeks to play them?

    1. melvinmbabazi
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 11 Years
      3 years, 8 months ago

      FH33 BB36

    2. JariL
      • 11 Years
      3 years, 8 months ago

      I also have a WC, so I'm thinking WC35, BB36, FH37.

  16. Fpl_Ludwig
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 4 Years
    3 years, 8 months ago

    Of course this can change as time goes on, but thoughts on my current transfer plans until GW36?

    GW32 (1FT, 0 ITB before transfers): Thomas and Salah —> Justin and Fernandes

    GW33: Ait nouri, Richarlison —> Schär, Saint-max

    GW34:Fernandes, Sa —> Salah, Schmeichel (Have to take out Sa so i can get Salah back, or else 0.1 short)

    GW35: Roll

    GW36: Mahrez, Saint-max —> Coutinho, Dcl

  17. melvinmbabazi
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 11 Years
    3 years, 8 months ago

    Thoughts on what to do this week?
    1FT 3.4 ITB

    Ramsdale
    James Robertson Rudiger Cancelo
    Salah Saka Martinelli Barnes
    Kane Weghorst

    Dubravka Kilman Ramsey *Broja

    Thanks

    1. Lord of Ings
      • 10 Years
      3 years, 8 months ago

      Roll

    2. Ëð
      • 10 Years
      3 years, 8 months ago

      I'd hold that, nice team

    3. Branch Warren
      • 4 Years
      3 years, 8 months ago

      Mad team

  18. ShaunGoater123
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 11 Years
    3 years, 8 months ago

    Ramsdale
    Cancelo / Rudiger / Doherty
    Coutinho / Salah / Raphinha / Saka / Kulsevski
    Kane / Wood

    Dubravka / White / TAA / Broja

    Already have 2 FT's so need to make one this week. Thinking Coutinho out for Maddison and then use 2 next week to BB?

    1. Bojam
      • 8 Years
      3 years, 8 months ago

      TAA’s attacking output is higher than Cancelo’s. You’re playing Salah so expecting/hoping for Liverpool to score goals. So why play Cancelo over TAA? I’d definitely play Trent.

      Coutinho -> Maddison is a sensible move I think.

      1. ShaunGoater123
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 11 Years
        3 years, 8 months ago

        good point. definitely something to consider.

        Alternative is Coutinho down to brownhill (purely as he doubles and is cheap) and play both TAA & Cancelo. then next week have cash in the bank for United midfielder for the double

    2. Ëð
      • 10 Years
      3 years, 8 months ago

      Looks a good move

  19. Sun God Nika
    • 5 Years
    3 years, 8 months ago

    Bench Toney or Minus 4 and get Doherty?

    1. Sun God Nika
      • 5 Years
      3 years, 8 months ago

      Play Toney sorry*

      1. JariL
        • 11 Years
        3 years, 8 months ago

        Play Toney for sure.

        1. Sun God Nika
          • 5 Years
          3 years, 8 months ago

          cheers pal

    2. Bobby Crush
      • 11 Years
      3 years, 8 months ago

      Play him

    3. Ëð
      • 10 Years
      3 years, 8 months ago

      Toney

  20. Ëð
    • 10 Years
    3 years, 8 months ago

    Is Foden -> Maddison the best move here to prepare for DGW33? 1FT, £3.3m ITB.

    Sanchez, Foster
    Robertson, Cancelo, James, Livramento, Dalot
    Salah, Son, Kulu, Foden, Martinelli
    Weg, Broja, Dennis

  21. Bavarian
    • 7 Years
    3 years, 8 months ago

    My plan is as follows, any thoughts appreciated...
    GW33 : Coutinho-Coady > Barnes-Laporte (For free)
    GW34: WC
    GW35: 1FT
    GW36: BB
    GW37: FH

    Ramsdale-Guaita
    TAA-Cancelo-Doherty-White-Coady
    Salah-Kulusevski-Saka-Maddison-Coutinho
    Kane-Weghorst-King

  22. Lord of Ings
    • 10 Years
    3 years, 8 months ago

    Would you start:-
    A) Raphinha
    B)Martinelli

    1. TanN
      • 4 Years
      3 years, 8 months ago

      B

  23. TanN
    • 4 Years
    3 years, 8 months ago

    How does this sound?

    Salah --> Bruno
    Ait-Nouri --> Cancelo
    Sa --> Schmeichel

    -8

    will likely WC in 34

  24. FantasyClub
    • 4 Years
    3 years, 8 months ago

    So this is the plan...Salah ➡️ Bruno for next GW, if Bruno has a shocker against EVE, Bruno ➡️ KDB, however, if Bruno returns hold for double?

    1. No Kane No Gain
      • 7 Years
      3 years, 8 months ago

      If Bruno has a shocker. Can you really sell before a double when the first is Norwich at home?!

      Norwich might have to go for it to stay up or have a chance so it might be an open game.

      1. FantasyClub
        • 4 Years
        3 years, 8 months ago

        Yeah that NOR game is definitely enticing but I’m sick of getting sucked into the doubles over better single GW options. I’m not optimistic about Bruno let alone Utd. Whereas KDB is on another level and they’re fighting for the league

        1. No Kane No Gain
          • 7 Years
          3 years, 8 months ago

          Agreed but I think if you get Bruno it has to be for the next 2 gameweeks otherwise don’t go there.

          Last few Everton home games have been tight, they nearly 0-0 city, the rest have been clean sheets or just 1 goal conceded in the last few home games for Everton. So getting Bruno for this gameweek alone seems risky.

          1. FantasyClub
            • 4 Years
            3 years, 8 months ago

            Good point, I’ll have to have a think, was so close to to doing Salah to KDB last GW but herd mentality got me

            1. No Kane No Gain
              • 7 Years
              3 years, 8 months ago

              Also. A KDB rest has to happen somewhere with a fixture every 3/4 days

          2. FantasyClub
            • 4 Years
            3 years, 8 months ago

            Do you think Sancho is a better option than Bruno?

            1. No Kane No Gain
              • 7 Years
              3 years, 8 months ago

              Bruno way better. Even when he doesn’t play we, he can jam points. Sancho needs to play well for points

      2. FantasyClub
        • 4 Years
        3 years, 8 months ago

        BTW i still have my 2 FH, going to use in 36 & 37

        1. No Kane No Gain
          • 7 Years
          3 years, 8 months ago

          You can’t use FHs on consecutive weeks

  25. No Kane No Gain
    • 7 Years
    3 years, 8 months ago

    Is James -4 too risky?! I’m looking for the perfect Tierney replacement.

    Next in line is Schar. I have Schemeichel so not too keen on Justin and I feel he will be rotated with Leicester heavy schedule.

    1. FantasyClub
      • 4 Years
      3 years, 8 months ago

      Schar is definitely a target of mine as a RAN replacement. I would say yes to the -4 James transfer but CHE next 3 games aren’t exactly easy. I’d probably still do it though, it’s scary not owning James

      1. No Kane No Gain
        • 7 Years
        3 years, 8 months ago

        Even if he plays 70+ mins tonight, you say yes to James?!

        1. FantasyClub
          • 4 Years
          3 years, 8 months ago

          I think so, every time I don’t own him he hauls, you’re going to want him for the rest of the season anyway and Tierneys out

  26. Bobby Digital
    • 8 Years
    3 years, 8 months ago

    Roll transfer?

    Foster
    TAA Burn White Roberts Doherty
    Salah Son Willock
    Kane Weghorst

    Forster JWP Ramsey Broja

    2.4m itb, 1FT, BB and FH left

    1. Max City
      • 9 Years
      3 years, 8 months ago

      I would

  27. Max City
    • 9 Years
    3 years, 8 months ago

    If you were wildcarding, which one is the better:
    A) Salah Lacazette Kulu
    B) KDB Son Mateta

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

      B

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

    Sums it up nicely.

    The way Burnley and Everton have been playing I can’t see either of them scoring tonight, but I am expecting them both to concede.

    https://twitter.com/FPL_Partridge/status/1511610044768571396?t=kJNtUoegIUClvDMYCD2_Ww&s=19

    1. Jock Grealish
      • 3 Years
      3 years, 8 months ago

      1-1 imo

  29. The Reptile
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 14 Years
    3 years, 8 months ago

    Sorry I know this Q has been asked many times but : If I go into GW33 with 2FT and FH, will I have 2FT in GW34?

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

      Only if you don't play your FH.

      Or 2 transfers. 1 will become 2 again.

      A FH becomes 1.