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Ferguson Hopeful On Nani Injury

11 March 2011 338 comments
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Alex Ferguson has this morning offered us more on Nani’s leg injury and stated that, although he is unsure of when the winger will return, he is hopeful that he will be back in contention following the international break.

β€œWe’ve managed to stitch it. Now we have to guard against infection. The swelling has gone down, which is good news. To give a date is difficult. Whether he’s fit to face Bolton is difficult to say, but we have a two-week international break and we’d hope he’ll be ready to return after that.”

Nani would therefore seem set to be in the frame to return against West Ham on April 2 – in gameweek 31. Judging by Ferguson’s statement, he could even be in with a chance of figuring in next weekend’s clash with Bolton. That game is of course dependent on positive result in United’s FA Cup tie with Arsenal this weekend. Should that end in a draw, the replay would postpone the Bolton clash and mean that the West Ham fixture in gameweek 31 will be United’s next league outing. Nani could therefore miss just one Premier League fixture.

Over56,000 managers in the Fantasy Premier League game have transferred out Nani from their squads so far this gameweek.

Mark Mark created the beast. He's now looking to tame it.

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  1. @FuzzyWarbles
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    14 years, 9 months ago

    Nani are you OK?

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    1. Funkyav
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      are you ok Nani?

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    2. Soop
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      *applause*

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  2. Demí
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    cumon england!!

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    1. pompeyfan
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      Who have you got from them? I have no England players so am supporting Shakib!

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      1. Demí
        • 14 Years
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        just swann lol

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        1. pompeyfan
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          He should do alright even tho they play spin well.

          Sounds like Trott should be out!

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  3. KLOPPTOMANIA
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    14 years, 9 months ago

    Sorry, end of last thread syndrome, grateful for some ideas with my team, thinking Zigic needs to go certainly but would like to get in lamps really.

    Begovic (Foster)
    Huth, Djourou, Coleman (Kolarov, R Johnson)
    Nasri, VdV, Young, Barton (Nani)
    Tevez, Saha Zigic

    Cheers in advance

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  4. Bolivian Seaman
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    14 years, 9 months ago

    That was obvious

    I knew he was fine, i got rid of carroll when he was injured though got vdv wrong which cost me big

    overall he was being a ninny

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    1. Marknlard
      • 16 Years
      14 years, 9 months ago

      If it wasn't for the international week, he'd be missing a lot of games. It's just a fluke of the fixture list, still means he's out for the best part of a month which is a fair old injury.

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  5. @FuzzyWarbles
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    14 years, 9 months ago

    have szczesny and myhill for keepers - boooo

    already did my free transfer ( i know, i know). As a replacement, Im looking at Gomes. have 6.4 to spend. The most important factor in my choice is best shot at a cleanie this GW to make up for the hit as I have a very tight matchup in Fantasy Cup. Is gomes the choice or do any of you have another suggestion?

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    1. Funkyav
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      14 years, 9 months ago

      Are spurs ever the best option for a cleanie?

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      1. David Davros
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        14 years, 9 months ago

        After the defensive shift they put in on Wednesday it would be harsh to say they've not got what it takes.

        They've looked a hell of a lot better since Dawson came back, in fact i reckon i'm going with Dawson this week.

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        1. Funkyav
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          you could argue that after the defensive shift they put in it is unlikely that they will get a cleanie next week? Add to this the fact that the premiership is a very different beast.

          West Ham are coming into some form too especially in attacking terms.

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          1. @FuzzyWarbles
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            so a suggestion then?

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            1. Funkyav
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              Djourou, Distin, Coleman, Luiz, Walker

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              1. @FuzzyWarbles
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                uhhh, for a keeper?

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                1. Funkyav
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                  apologies i thought we were talking about Dawson.

                  As for keepers I am really not sure

                  I am looking at Friedel, Hennesssey, Almunia, Foster, HOward, or even Cech!

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          2. David Davros
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            You could argue that, i don't know where the justification is for it though?

            Team does well one week, so surely they won't do well the week after? naaaah

            And yeah the premiership is a different beast but a good defensive display is a good defensive display. Milan battered them on wednesday and they stood up to it really well.

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            1. @FuzzyWarbles
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              so you are on board with gomes over friedel (have walker) or mignolet?

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              1. David Davros
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                yup, can think of worse moves.

                Of course there is always a risk but that's a given when you're talking about clean sheets.

                Like i say i'm strongly weighing up Dawson in so have faith they're as good an option as anyone and they have a nice run of fixtures coming up

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      2. @FuzzyWarbles
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        14 years, 9 months ago

        theyve only conceded 1 goal in last 4 PL home games, not to mention a cleanie at home in CL. Friedel then?

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        1. FPL Daniel
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          Mignolet

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          1. @FuzzyWarbles
            • 15 Years
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            no threat from gordon? is he out long term or could he threaten to take over again soon?

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            1. Funkyav
              • 16 Years
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              i thought gordon was out long term with knee-nack

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              1. @FuzzyWarbles
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                price is certainly right, dont know if i fancy a cleanie vs pool though.
                I think i have to go with friedel, probably best chance at a cleanie vs wolves whove only scored 10 road goals this season, but i already have walker in the back
                or Gomes, where Im not doubling up and his next 5 GWS are quite nice.

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                1. Sess!
                  • 15 Years
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                  Gordon been on bench last two games. I think he'll be back soon.

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          2. Funkyav
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            yeah i am looking at him but the next 2 fixtures are not good at all.

            I have Schesney and Kingson (dont know what i was thinking other than he is v cheap)

            I was well pleased with Schesney until 16 mins in the barca game! surely he could play with a sore finger!!!

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    2. King Nil Miss ✩
      • 14 Years
      14 years, 9 months ago

      Beware the guy is portuguese..lol
      All in all you know you need a keeper and that´s a good choice and i dont think he will keep silva anyway(or tevez) so you´ll end up with a pretty similar team(assuming he´s getting lamps)

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      1. @FuzzyWarbles
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        14 years, 9 months ago

        i dont think he can afford to transfer out healthy players when he already has two players out, likely nani and clark is on a ban.

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        1. King Nil Miss ✩
          • 14 Years
          14 years, 9 months ago

          you´re right but in his position I wouldn´t mind to take a hit to get a chelsea man!

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  6. herman murman
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    14 years, 9 months ago

    did i get moderated for saying "1st"?
    That's it, I'm throwing the toys out of the pram

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    1. pompeyfan
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      Par for the course, not sure why people still do it

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    2. Marknlard
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      No way, that would have been so funny. I'm gutted I never saw that post. I'll imagine it instead.

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      1. Funkyav
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        Herman, one question for you, Why bother?

        the first thing is for morons surely!

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        1. herman murman
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          i always like to try things once. i've got it out of my system now. I'l never do it again. it's overrated.

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      2. Marknlard
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        People are looking at me, wondering what's so funny. 1st! I'm texting my mates with this one.

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        1. Bubbles
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          1st banter, you'll be so popular MnL!

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          1. herman murman
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            lol

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          2. Marknlard
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            14 years, 9 months ago

            I know, I'm a bit of a bellend! Too late now...

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      3. herman murman
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        i'm slumped in my chair in despair while Mark is laughing his ass off. your a sick man!

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        1. Bubbles
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          *You're

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          1. herman murman
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            apostrophe police

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  7. Doosra - ☭DeclanMyGeniusβ…
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    14 years, 9 months ago

    Don't believe Ferguson at all ...

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    1. Soop
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      14 years, 9 months ago

      St Patricks say drink: Guiness with Tia Maria.

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      1. Soop
        • 16 Years
        14 years, 9 months ago

        reply fail. Also, I'm a bit disappointed you can't make "party tricks" an anagram of St Patricks.

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        1. In Like Flynn.
          • Has Moderation Rights
          • 15 Years
          14 years, 9 months ago

          Prat's Stick?

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        2. Doosra - ☭DeclanMyGeniusβ…
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 16 Years
          14 years, 9 months ago

          Panic at skirt ...

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      2. Funkyav
        • 16 Years
        14 years, 9 months ago

        Dude - If your partial to a white russian (Kahlua, Vodka, Cream/Milk) then a drop of guinness in it makes it extra rich and creamy!

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        1. herman murman
          • 16 Years
          14 years, 9 months ago

          ahh! Caucasians. I love them. the dude started me on those.

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        2. Doosra - ☭DeclanMyGeniusβ…
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 16 Years
          14 years, 9 months ago

          These drinks all contain distilled alcohol, so not for me at all ... πŸ™‚

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        3. Soop
          • 16 Years
          14 years, 9 months ago

          mmmm!

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  8. KLOPPTOMANIA
    • 15 Years
    14 years, 9 months ago

    People keeping Zigic then, if not out for who, Carroll, Welbeck, AN other?

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    1. FPL Daniel
      • 16 Years
      14 years, 9 months ago

      keep

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      1. KLOPPTOMANIA
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        14 years, 9 months ago

        Concerned about rotation risk given last few games Dan?

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        1. FPL Daniel
          • 16 Years
          14 years, 9 months ago

          He was injured. Other wise he is first choice IMO. I saw him against Ars in the Carling Cup game. He got one goal and assist and he would be nailed on 3BP if it was PL game.

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  9. FPL Daniel
    • 16 Years
    14 years, 9 months ago

    I've reconsidered and I don't want a draw between Man and Ars.

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    1. David Davros
      • 15 Years
      14 years, 9 months ago

      Arsenal win would do just fine.

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      1. FPL Daniel
        • 16 Years
        14 years, 9 months ago

        +1.

        I would love to see a lot of Man utd fans moaning about that loss πŸ™‚

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  10. Boom!!!
    • 15 Years
    14 years, 9 months ago

    C'MON IRELAND!

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    1. herman murman
      • 16 Years
      14 years, 9 months ago

      What are we doing? is it because st paddy's day is next week.

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      1. Boom!!!
        • 15 Years
        14 years, 9 months ago

        u are doing very well in cricket(the game that u guys know nothing about;) )

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      2. Doosra - ☭DeclanMyGeniusβ…
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 16 Years
        14 years, 9 months ago

        LOL. πŸ˜€

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  11. herman murman
    • 16 Years
    14 years, 9 months ago

    a guy in a local paper in belfast gives out tips for the weekend football. he usually does well. here they are,
    : burnley 10/11, Leeds 10/11, Norwich 8/11, peterboro 8/11, man city 1/2
    : draws Bolton, hull, Swansea. do the draws doubles and trebles

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    1. Lewis - Sky Pod
      • 15 Years
      14 years, 9 months ago

      Man City 1/2 away at Chelsea, I think you need to change your bookmaker.

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      1. herman murman
        • 16 Years
        14 years, 9 months ago

        reading

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      2. Sess!
        • 15 Years
        14 years, 9 months ago

        Erm, they're playing reading this weekend

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  12. Bolivian Seaman
    • 15 Years
    14 years, 9 months ago

    have you seen the fire at the japan oil refinery!? oh my

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  13. Back on the horse
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    14 years, 9 months ago

    lol @ Balotelli's allergic reaction to grass.

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    1. herman murman
      • 16 Years
      14 years, 9 months ago

      that happened to me one time. i'm never goin back to Amsterdam!

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    2. @FuzzyWarbles
      • 15 Years
      14 years, 9 months ago

      he's allergic to it

      im addicted to it

      its a strange world

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      1. Boom!!!
        • 15 Years
        14 years, 9 months ago

        lol

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      2. Doosra - ☭DeclanMyGeniusβ…
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 16 Years
        14 years, 9 months ago

        Personality disorder? πŸ˜‰

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  14. Back on the horse
    • 15 Years
    14 years, 9 months ago

    So with that news are people holding on to Nani?

    I guess he will drop a few .1m over the next few weeks.

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    1. David Davros
      • 15 Years
      14 years, 9 months ago

      He's risen by 2.1m since i bought him.

      I can live with a few 0.1m drops tbh

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    2. King Nil Miss ✩
      • 14 Years
      14 years, 9 months ago

      I don´t mind if he falls or rises he´s stayin´!
      is to much value to catch on later and imo if valencia starts to play he wont miss he´s spot anyway(wich will be wondering around in the pitch offering great assists to rooney)

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  15. Egg noodle
    • 15 Years
    14 years, 9 months ago

    CRICKET

    wow Ireland, can you do it again? i really hope so!

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    1. Boom!!!
      • 15 Years
      14 years, 9 months ago

      πŸ™

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      1. pompeyfan
        • 16 Years
        14 years, 9 months ago

        I can't see it now. KO'B out.

        Should be Pollard for MOTM surely now?

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        1. Boom!!!
          • 15 Years
          14 years, 9 months ago

          yes unless wilson scores 100 to win the match for ireland which is very unlikely as he is not out on 57 atm...

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          1. pompeyfan
            • 16 Years
            14 years, 9 months ago

            unlucky Ireland. Great effort, there is no question that they should be in all future world cups.

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    2. jamsiep
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      Absolute joke of a decision just then.

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      1. Boom!!!
        • 15 Years
        14 years, 9 months ago

        i hate UDRS 😑

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        1. jamsiep
          • 16 Years
          14 years, 9 months ago

          Shakib should have been given that lbw against Trott too. Hawkeye showed that the ball was cannoning into off stump, yet they still didn't give it. What is the point?!

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          1. pompeyfan
            • 16 Years
            14 years, 9 months ago

            +1

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  16. @FuzzyWarbles
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    14 years, 9 months ago

    I hope they come out with a Cole of Duty 2.

    Im just burned out on Cole of Duty

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  17. pompeyfan
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    14 years, 9 months ago

    Benn & Roach to bowl at the tail, points on offer here...

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  18. mr. inconspicuous
    • 16 Years
    14 years, 9 months ago

    I think I'm going to get rid of Nani for Lampard. I already have Rooney so that should be enough Man utd coverage. Is anyone considering Bale? I'm working towards the following front line : -

    VDV / Adam / Lampard / Barton / Bale
    Tevez / Rooney / Van Persie

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    1. HuttonDressedasLahm
      • 16 Years
      14 years, 9 months ago

      Nice....not sure on VDV and Bale together. Replace Bale with Nani imo, then Rooney to Suarez. πŸ˜‰

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  19. HuttonDressedasLahm
    • 16 Years
    14 years, 9 months ago

    Ok guys...money no object, pick your back 7 for the run in!!!

    Cech/Almunia
    Luiz/Vidic/Dawson/Baines/Djourou

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    1. Boom!!!
      • 15 Years
      14 years, 9 months ago

      cech/schwarzer
      terry vidic dawson baines bramble

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      1. Boom!!!
        • 15 Years
        14 years, 9 months ago

        😳 djourou ahead of terry...

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  20. Locarno
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    I'd forgotten how shit Bopara is.

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    1. Made of Stone
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 14 Years
      14 years, 9 months ago

      +1

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  21. Made of Stone
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 14 Years
    14 years, 9 months ago

    Anyone know if Joey Barton will be playing in the next GW?

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    1. Boom!!!
      • 15 Years
      14 years, 9 months ago

      he should be fit.

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  22. jamsiep
    • 16 Years
    14 years, 9 months ago

    I really hope that sleeping in, and so failing to captain Shakib or to bring in Swann, isn't going to hurt me....

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    1. Locarno
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      14 years, 9 months ago

      πŸ™‚ Not that I want to start a rumour that we're sleeping together, young James, but same here. Stupidly made Gayle skipper, then slept past the deadline to give the armband to Swann or Trott.

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      1. jamsiep
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        There's a chance that I got it down in time, I woke up at 8:28 then scampered straight out of bed onto my computer. Then it asked me for my bloody login details, which I got wrong at the first attempt :oops:, and by the time I'd changed captain they'd already bowled the first ball.

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      2. jamsiep
        • 16 Years
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        Also, what's up with Gayle? Why isn't he playing? Glad that I didn't use a transfer to get him in and then captain him....

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        1. Boom!!!
          • 15 Years
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          http://in.news.yahoo.com/gayle-ireland-match-abdominal-strain-20110310-210547-276.html

          πŸ˜†
          http://www.espnstar.com/cricket/icc-cricket-world-cup/news/detail/item593806/Archer-predicts-England-Ireland-final!/

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  23. IanC
    • 15 Years
    14 years, 9 months ago

    LOL Balotelli's allergic to grass! XD

    http://videocelts.com/2011/03/blogs/footballer-suffers-grass-allergy?

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  24. Locarno
    • 15 Years
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    Cricinfo: "Bopara couldn't play the finishing role today."

    ... or any day this century, for that matter.

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    1. Boom!!!
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      lol.

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  25. Christina.
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    Why are everyone jumping on the Carrol/Suarez b-wagon? Surely there are better options out there for the last 8 or so gameweeks?

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    1. Marknlard
      • 16 Years
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      Not many options at 5.8 (or whatever Carroll currently is).

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      1. dierstraights
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        wellbeck better option IMO

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        1. Marknlard
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          I'd definitely back Carroll to outscore Wellbeck til the end of the season. However, I do like Sunderland's fixtures from GW32 so Gyan or Wellbeck are on my radar. Depends if they miss a game in GW32 (I get forgetful as to the ins and outs of all these fixtures).

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        2. Christina.
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          +1

          And liverpool missing Gerrard

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      2. David Davros
        • 15 Years
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        Agreed. Given his consistency in the first part of the season it's not the fact that he is with Liverpool or their fixtures that make me want him in (though they have looked alot better as of late).

        It's big Andy - tired of switching that striker spot between different players that all seem to dissapoint!

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    2. Fancy Feet
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      I agree, welbeck is a way better option.Lpool fixture are very tough while sland has it much better,I went for welbeck.Carroll is a very good ff player but its uncertain if he will adapt to lpool or even start scoring soon,and those fixture are just rubbing salt in the wound

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      1. Sess!
        • 15 Years
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        Yeah wellbeck the way forward. I just can't wait to get odem out my team!!

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  26. jamsiep
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    Where are Partridge and MFaulk?

    Apparently Raul's agent has confirmed that he turned down a move to Utd in the summer. πŸ˜†

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    1. Marknlard
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      So that was the big name signing Partridge was looking forward to!

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      1. Locarno
        • 15 Years
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        He had his hopes pinned on Ozil.

        Obertan starts with the same letter, I guess...

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  27. pompeyfan
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    Nice, a C&B for Shakib πŸ™‚

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    1. Boom!!!
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      πŸ™‚

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  28. Retro
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    How could so many people have transferred Nani out already? Madness.You'd think people would have been cured of making early transfers by now. I know I am πŸ™‚

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  29. Demí
    • 14 Years
    14 years, 9 months ago

    Bowling benny boy yes benny boy πŸ™‚ πŸ˜†

    Wonderful wicket at the end. to get his 4 wicket bonus points aswell.

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  30. Fratboy
    • 14 Years
    14 years, 9 months ago

    Is Downing as captain this week insane?

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