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19 September 2013 1206 comments
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While Roman Abramovich will be twitching after back-to-back defeats following last night’s Champions League setback, it might just be worth keeping faith with Jose Mourinho. It’s not wise to write off ‘The Special One’ and according to Paddy’s latest odds going into Gameweek 5, the Blues are very much fancied to spank local rivals Fulham this weekend.

Anytime Goalscorer Odds – Gameweek 5

PlayerTeamOdds
Eto’oCHE1.80
BaCHE1.80
GiroudARS1.83
SturridgeLIV1.91
TorresCHE1.91
LampardCHE2.10
SoldadoTOT2.10
Van PersieMUN2.40
WalcottARS2.40
BentekeAVL2.50
AnelkaWBA2.50
AspasLIV2.62
GerrardLIV2.62
MataCHE2.62
RemyNEW2.75
CisseNEW2.75
LukakuEVE2.75
HazardCHE2.80
OzilARS2.80
AgueroMCY2.80

Four of Paddy’s top six players most likely to notch this weekend wear the blue of Chelsea – even Fernando Torres gets a look in. With uncertainty over Jose’s teamsheet, both Demba Ba and a rusty Samuel Eto’o top the charts: the pair are 4/5 with Paddy Power to get on the scoresheet against Martin Jol’s side.

Despite this, Torres is perhaps the most likely to start Sunday’s clash and he’s odds-on at 10/11 to register his first league goal of the season. Frank Lampard is also 11/10 with Paddy, making him the midfielder most likely to find the net in the Gameweek according to their current odds. Notably, Juan Mata and Eden Hazard also sneak into the top 20 most likely goalscorers as the traders apparently predict a tough afternoon for Martin Jol’s side, despite the current malaise at the Bridge.

Looking elsewhere, it’s no surprise to see that Robin van Persie is again a fixture in the top ten, although it’s a certainly a shock to see Wayne Rooney far less fancied to score in Sunday’s Manchester derby. The Dutchman has three goals this season and is 7/5 to score any time at the Etihad; Rooney is out at 13/5 (3.60) by comparison. It’s worth noting that City are favourites for Sunday’s encounter and if United win on Sunday, Paddy Power will refund selected losing bets.

Liverpool’s Daniel Sturridge and Arsenal’s Olivier Giroud are the other strikers in form and much sought after by Fantasy managers over the past six days. Both have four goals in four outings and are understandably nestled in the top rankings again this week. Sturridge is 10/11 to score at any time as Liverpool face Southampton at Anfield, while Giroud is 5/6 to claim a fifth league goal when Stoke pay visit to north London.

Clean Sheet Odds – Gameweek 5

TeamOdds
Chelsea1.83
Arsenal1.91
Liverpool2.10
Newcastle2.30
Tottenham2.40
West Brom2.60
Everton2.88
Swansea2.88
Norwich3.00
Man City3.00

Despite the day one victory at Sunderland, Fulham are still regarded as a travel sick bunch, so it’s no surprise to see Chelsea on top of the clean sheet odds. Mourinho’s defence is at 5/6 with Paddy to claim the shutout. Arsenal aren’t too far behind: they come in at 10/11 to keep Stoke out at the Emirates as Paddy predict another one-sided London encounter.

Tottenham have conceded just once this season and claim their place in the top five ahead of a testing trip to Cardiff at 7/5, while league leaders Liverpool are 11/10 to keep Rickie Lambert and company at bay when Southampton visit Merseyside; the Saints have just two goals in their four matches so far.

Newcastle complete Paddy’s top five and are 13/10 to keep a clean sheet with Hull City pulling up at St James’ Park. Fabricio Coloccini will likely be the man to back, with bonus points always on cards for the dominant Argentine. Coloccini gathered the maximum in both the Magpies’ clean sheets so far and, if you fancy him for a points bonanza, he’s out at 12/1 for an anytime goal.

Outside of the top five, it’s interesting to see goals predicted in Sunday’s big derby clash. Neither City or United are backed to keep it clean, with Manuel Pellegrini’s side at 2/1 and United out at 10/3.

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  1. JasonV
    • 12 Years
    12 years, 2 months ago

    Does anyone genuinely think Soldado will perform well over weekend.

    Soldado vs. Sturridge... who will get the most points?

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    1. Chris_Fàbregas #DOOS…
      • 15 Years
      12 years, 2 months ago

      I think it's only a matter of time. But regardless whether he hits the goals, I'm swapping him out for Suarez.

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    2. Epic Fail
      • 15 Years
      12 years, 2 months ago

      Sodaldo will.

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    3. MJ6987
      • 15 Years
      12 years, 2 months ago

      Defoe must be pushing for a start with Soldado misfiring so far.

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      1. Art Vandelay
        • 15 Years
        12 years, 2 months ago

        Doubt that very much. AVB will want to integrate Soldado with Eriksen and Lamela over the next couple of games.

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    4. Bubz
      • 12 Years
      12 years, 2 months ago

      I think he will

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  2. MJ6987
    • 15 Years
    12 years, 2 months ago

    Any chance of Moses price rise tonight?

    Would prefer to wait for pressers tomorrow.

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  3. The Bandit
    • 15 Years
    12 years, 2 months ago

    This week only

    A) RVP and Nolan
    or
    B) Rooney and Eriksen?

    Ta 🙂

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    1. MJ6987
      • 15 Years
      12 years, 2 months ago

      You wildcarding after this week?

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    2. Dr Dream
      • 13 Years
      12 years, 2 months ago

      No idea WR..Over 1 GW anything can happen..

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

      B)... only go for A) if you are a nut case.

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    4. Judas
      • 12 Years
      12 years, 2 months ago

      B easily.

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    5. Brutus619
      • 14 Years
      12 years, 2 months ago

      B....B.....B...B(enitez) 😉

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  4. Judas
    • 12 Years
    12 years, 2 months ago

    Just seen Eriksen's goal from tonight....becoming hard to ignore

    how the heck did spurs sign him

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  5. Feed tha Sheep
    • 13 Years
    12 years, 2 months ago

    A. Best 5.7 def (Coleman/merts)
    B. Walcott or Ozil (is Ozil worth extra cash)
    C. Moses good shout to get in

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    1. ADucksBehind
      • 14 Years
      12 years, 2 months ago

      Coleman Walcott Yes

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  6. Rinseboy
    • 13 Years
    12 years, 2 months ago

    Lamps to Michu and Zab to Mert for a -4?

    Or wait another week?

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    1. ILOVEBAPS
      • 13 Years
      12 years, 2 months ago

      Don't even do it next week.

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  7. FollowFollow
    • 12 Years
    12 years, 2 months ago

    How does this look for this coming game week?

    Cech.
    Zab Vidic Walker Ivan
    Wallcott Arfa(vc) Eriksen
    Sturridge(c) Giroud Benteke

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  8. jdogg
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 14 Years
    12 years, 2 months ago

    On wildcard

    Boruc mcgregor

    Zab coleman Williams koscielny burner
    Or
    Zab coleman williams dawson amoribieta

    Walcott michu erikson ben arfa barkley
    Sturrige giroud soldado

    Pretty set on front 8 and keepers just confused with defence.

    also any idea what the script is with williams orange flag?x

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    1. richmoore1604
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 12 Years
      12 years, 2 months ago

      I think you need United coverage for next 6 weeks at least. Rooney over Soldado if you can find the extra funds. Im not convinced by Soldado at all. Do you have Zab already? If not I would take a look at their fixtures before you bring him in. They are pretty tough. Your midfield looks very good though.

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  9. ADucksBehind
    • 14 Years
    12 years, 2 months ago

    Would you do any of these moves with this team? I have 1 FT and 1.3m in bank

    Lamps Michu Walcott Brady

    Giroud Benteke Soldado

    Players I want to get in are Sturridge, Eriksen and Rooney

    So would you transfer any of my players out for any of these?

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    1. ILOVEBAPS
      • 13 Years
      12 years, 2 months ago

      No I wouldn't. Save the free.

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  10. Ady87
    • 12 Years
    12 years, 2 months ago

    Did Cazorla/Silva for Ozil/Eriksen this week and -4. Do i take a -8 as my 4th mid in a 343 is Nolan/Barkley or do i wait? Next weeks transfer is Soldado to Rooney so will be in a similar position next week...

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    1. ADucksBehind
      • 14 Years
      12 years, 2 months ago

      Whats the problem with Nolan/Barkley?

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  11. There's Always One!
    • 15 Years
    12 years, 2 months ago

    Rvp to Rooney
    Fellaini to Michu
    Brady to Mosses

    Should I do these 3 for a 8tp hit? Do you think ive any chance of making my hits back?

    I will be doing rvp to Rooney next week anyway yo let me get suarez.

    Thanks

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    1. Gimli son of Gloin
      • 13 Years
      12 years, 2 months ago

      I think the bottom 2 are definite upgrades. I'm not sue it's worth 8 points to get rid of RVP this week though

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      1. ILOVEBAPS
        • 13 Years
        12 years, 2 months ago

        +1

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  12. Wag the Drog
    • 14 Years
    12 years, 2 months ago

    Better long term option
    A) Rooney+HBA
    or
    B) Soldado+Michu

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    1. ILOVEBAPS
      • 13 Years
      12 years, 2 months ago

      Crystal ball broke about half an hour ago. 🙁

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  13. Crouch Potato!
    • 14 Years
    12 years, 2 months ago

    @ Henry Hill, will check, but pretty certain Spurs cannot recall BAE as it is a season long loan.

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  14. Wirtzle Gummidge
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 13 Years
    12 years, 2 months ago

    I can see Defoe starting at the weekend now.

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    1. DonTheSpecialOne
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 15 Years
      12 years, 2 months ago

      Really?

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    2. Gimli son of Gloin
      • 13 Years
      12 years, 2 months ago

      I can see him coming on for 30 minutes.
      I think he'll slowly be used more often to be honest.. Soldado is still the number 1 but if Defoe keeps scoring it's hard to leave him on the bench.

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      1. Gimli son of Gloin
        • 13 Years
        12 years, 2 months ago

        Even if the opposition were terrible

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  15. DonTheSpecialOne
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 15 Years
    12 years, 2 months ago

    Have you already transferred out Coutinho or are you holding? I missed The drop, but feeling more and more confident of doing Cou -> Michu for my FT tonight. Evening

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    1. ILOVEBAPS
      • 13 Years
      12 years, 2 months ago

      Evening. That's the tranny I did.

      You heard me.

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  16. Gimli son of Gloin
    • 13 Years
    12 years, 2 months ago

    Tonight confirmed Eriksen for me anway.
    Any thoughts on this WC team? Starting to be pleased with the balance of coverage and money distribution

    Vorm (Boruc)
    Walker - Coleman - Enrique (Collins - Wilson)
    Walcott - Eriksen - Ben Arfa - Moses (Wittingham)
    Rooney - Giroud - Sturridge

    Any thoughts? A rating out of 10 perhaps?

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    1. ILOVEBAPS
      • 13 Years
      12 years, 2 months ago

      Really nice Gimli. Nice balance, should hold you in good stead for a few weeks any luck.

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  17. theTn
    • 12 Years
    12 years, 2 months ago

    I'm having some difficulties with my team:

    Lloris ( Marshall)
    Coleman Mertesacker Zabaleta Collins (Ramage : out :/ )
    BenArfa Walcott Mirallas ( Coutinho, Silva : injured )
    Dzeko Giroud Anelka

    I already used my FT and dunno wheter I should take a hit to get Coutinho ou, use my WC or just wait for next week and see what happens.

    Any advice ?

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    1. The Mighty One
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 16 Years
      12 years, 2 months ago

      I can count 7 players to change there, so that sounds like time for your WC.

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  18. godsgift
    • 12 Years
    12 years, 2 months ago

    is anyone considering captaining michu????

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    1. Baby Cuties
      • 13 Years
      12 years, 2 months ago

      not after his euro exertions

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  19. jas5sk - Youtube channel
    • 14 Years
    12 years, 2 months ago

    Need 3 "sure thing" matches to win my open parlay, any suggestions?

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    1. jas5sk - Youtube channel
      • 14 Years
      12 years, 2 months ago

      One team (Standard Liege) ruined my 9 team parlay for $1000 today

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  20. LeBoeuf
    • 12 Years
    12 years, 2 months ago

    Hernandez and Brady in doubt to play. Worth using a transfer like Hernandez > Ramsey and lose money or just play 4 at the back instead?

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  21. VICTORIOUS SECRET! !
    • 12 Years
    12 years, 2 months ago

    RMWCT

    Mignolet
    Coleman / jenkinson / Enrique / ferdinand / chester

    Ozil / ben arfa / lampard / Hernandez / barkley

    Benteke / sturridge / giroud

    SUGGESTIONS PLEASE
    CHEERS!!!!

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