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5 October 2013 4198 comments
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The Gameweek continues with four three o’clock kick-offs to follow on from City’s victory at the Etihad, before Sunderland host Man United later this evening.

Fantasy managers will be firmly focused on Liverpool’s meeting with Crystal Palace, with many backing either Luis Suarez or Daniel Sturridge with the armband, anticipating goals and a heavy defeat for the visitors.

We start the team news round-up at Anfield, then, to find that Brendan Rodgers makes just one change to the lineup that won at Sunderland. Raheem Sterling is drafted in on the right-flank with Jordan Henderson shifting to a central midfield role to replace the suspended Lucas. The formation is not yet clear – having played 3-4-1-2 at the Stadium of Light, that could be the case again, although Rodgers could also revert to a regular four-man defence with Victor Moses moving to the left flank and Jose Enrique returning to a full-back role.

Once again, Ian Holloway rings the changes for opponents Palace. Damien Delaney is fit to return, while Stuart O’Keefe, Jason Puncheon and Cameron Jerome all earn starts. Kagisho Dikgacoi, Barry Bannan, Danny Gabidon and Dwight Gayle make way.

Martin Jol makes a string of changes to his lineup to face Stoke at the Cottage. In come Philippe Senderos, Georgios Karagounis, Damien Duff and Bryan Ruiz as the injured Scott Parker misses out, along with Alex Kacaniklic, Kieran Richardson and Darren Bent. Mark Hughes also makes changes for the visitors as Stephen Ireland and Matt Etherington earn starts in place of Charlie Adam and Kenwyne Jones. That would indicate that Marko Arnautovic will lead the attack for the Potters.

Cardiff are unchanged for the visit of Newcastle, as Malky Mackay keeps faith with the starting XI that won three points at Fulham, leaving match winner Jordon Mutch benched. As expected, the Magpies tweak their starting lineup following Monday night’s disappointing first half at Goodison. Alan Pardew makes the decision that Hatem Ben Arfa owners were dreading: the Frenchman gets dropped to the bench as his compatriot Yohan Cabaye earns a start, along with Papiss Cisse with Vurnon Anita out of the matchday squad. Not surprisingly, Mike Williamson starts in central defence with Mapou Yanga-Mbiwa dropping out.

Finally, at the KC stadium, the Tigers make just one change with Stephen Quinn benefiting from Robbie Brady’s absence following an hernia operation. Opponents Villa make two alterations – Ashley Westwood and Gabby Agbonlahor return to the lineup following injury as Yacouba Sylla and Nathan Baker drop out. That suggests a change of shape with Paul Lambert perhaps converting his 3-5-2 to a more standard 4-3-3.

The Dugout Discussion chatroom remains open to capture you real-time reactions during the afternoon’s matches and throughout United’s tea-time visit to Sunderland.

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  1. Chrissy Waddle - 2025/26
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    12 years, 3 months ago

    Smalling is awful. How did ManU end up with such an average player.

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    1. jas5sk - Youtube channel
      • 14 Years
      12 years, 3 months ago

      Said this 2 games after they signed him, and got HAMMERED on this board for it

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  2. Agbonlahorse
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    12 years, 3 months ago

    Hangeland got me 1 point...

    Whaaaaa happppaaaa?

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    1. chicrah
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      12 years, 3 months ago

      Injured I think..

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    2. RocketMan
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      12 years, 3 months ago

      didn't come out after half time

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  3. Total Foot 5
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    12 years, 3 months ago

    5 fergie minutes..."la formiga atomika" giacherini scores.

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  4. Texas Pete
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    Ben Arfa to...? got 2.5 burning a hole in my pocket.

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    1. Rödallegabomb ᴿᴮ
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      12 years, 3 months ago

      Jumanji

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      1. Texas Pete
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        12 years, 3 months ago

        Hmmm tempting but not sure i trust anyone playing for the mancs right now. Anyone else?

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  5. DÏLKS
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    12 years, 3 months ago

    Rooney -> Sturridge/Lukaku?

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  6. ViperStripes
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 16 Years
    12 years, 3 months ago

    RVP to Benteke or jump on the Lukaku bandwagon?

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    1. FPL Daniel
      • 16 Years
      12 years, 3 months ago

      benteke def

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  7. imabearlol
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    12 years, 3 months ago

    So how is Rooney playing? Heard he's playing quite deep?

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    1. chicrah
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      12 years, 3 months ago

      10.9 DM

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  8. Total Foot 5
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    12 years, 3 months ago

    My idea of hell: Having to watch Sunderland practise passing for the rest of eternity while trying to remember which 'practice' is correct.

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  9. NED KELLY
    • 14 Years
    12 years, 3 months ago

    Hang on man utd so I get me bet up

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  10. jimnastics
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 16 Years
    12 years, 3 months ago

    People need to remember how Moyes handled a young Rooney.... constant rotation through his first season. Seriously can't see Janu being nailed on, there will be plenty of 20 min 1 pointers.

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    1. Qubit
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      12 years, 3 months ago

      This i fear is highly likely. He might get a few decent games though through desperation.

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  11. Fin
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    12 years, 3 months ago

    Between Wilson, Rooney, Mirallas, Barfa and Zaba i have got an incredible and astonishing
    6 points from 5 players.

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    1. Total Foot 5
      • 12 Years
      12 years, 3 months ago

      haha.could b worse...or wait...zaba is the one i did not expect

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    2. Wilshere Knowledge
      • 12 Years
      12 years, 3 months ago

      Coleman, Ben Arfa, Vidic, Turner. 3 points from 4...

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  12. thepuntmaster
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 12 Years
    12 years, 3 months ago

    REPOST

    Migs - Price
    Clyne - Zaba - Coleman - Chester - Ward
    Redmond - Ozil - Whittingham - Michu - HBA
    RVP - Giroud - Lukaku

    RVP - Chester - HBA >

    a) Suarez/Aguerooooooooo - Davies - Giarracherini (2.2 in bank)

    b) Aguero - Gerrard - Davies

    c) Suarez - Silva - Amat

    C seems enticing...

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    1. Heels_Over_Head
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      12 years, 3 months ago

      *After* the game

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

        *now then*

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  13. Heydudes13
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    12 years, 3 months ago

    Wow Sunderland are not giving it there all are they?

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  14. FPL Daniel
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    12 years, 3 months ago

    @ Scotty I answered mate. Still not decided but probably Roonster. Check previous page

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    1. Scottys Army
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      thanks dan

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      1. FPL Daniel
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        12 years, 3 months ago

        Who knows if we are right. We could be punished. Especially with all that fixtures

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        1. Scottys Army
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          Part of me thinking stick with what we have for at least a few more games.

          Nice fixtures for roon and SAS

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          1. FPL Daniel
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            12 years, 3 months ago

            Damn now you made me think reconsider.

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  15. Green Arrow
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    I want to shoot van persie.

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    1. jas5sk - Youtube channel
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      😆

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    2. Godfather Bandit 42
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      12 years, 3 months ago

      and some want RVP to shoot!!

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  16. FPL Daniel
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    12 years, 3 months ago

    That was clear penalty and red card for Rooney

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    1. FPL Daniel
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      12 years, 3 months ago

      Sees replay and deletes this comment 😀 😛

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      1. Crouch Potato!
        • 14 Years
        12 years, 3 months ago

        🙂 Clear pen!

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    2. JK - Cønt ⭐
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 14 Years
      12 years, 3 months ago

      😆

      Have his hands moved?

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    3. Your Mum's Athletic
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      12 years, 3 months ago

      LOL his leg

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    4. Heydudes13
      • 14 Years
      12 years, 3 months ago

      Hit his thigh you mug.

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  17. Connor's Calling
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 16 Years
    12 years, 3 months ago

    I'm staying way from United for the time being. They've looked so poor all game

    Rooney out for Lukaku

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    1. FPL Daniel
      • 16 Years
      12 years, 3 months ago

      That looks like the template transfer

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      1. Connor's Calling
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 16 Years
        12 years, 3 months ago

        Afraid so Dan

        Might get Rambo in for Brady as well.

        Then considering Suarez for Sturridge for a hit (strange I know). But given Suarez stats, think I want him long term

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    2. Gazza2000
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 14 Years
      12 years, 3 months ago

      same here

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    3. Stephen - Robot Daniels
      • 13 Years
      12 years, 3 months ago

      Same here, fixtures are good but the goals have dried up.

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  18. Pinoche
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    12 years, 3 months ago

    Shoot!

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  19. Granville
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • Has Moderation Rights
    • 16 Years
    12 years, 3 months ago

    I think RVP wants to shake off all his owners before he starts scoring again.

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    1. Heydudes13
      • 14 Years
      12 years, 3 months ago

      Haha!

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    2. Heels_Over_Head
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      12 years, 3 months ago

      his strategy for finishing 1st in the world?

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    3. FPL Daniel
      • 16 Years
      12 years, 3 months ago

      The casuals will still own him

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    4. Colonel Shoe 肝池
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      12 years, 3 months ago

      lol he may get his wish

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      1. Reedy
        • 15 Years
        12 years, 3 months ago

        my thoughts exactly!

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    5. JK - Cønt ⭐
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 14 Years
      12 years, 3 months ago

      well I'm flogging both I think if Tekkers is back

      Rooney and RvP to Lukaku to Benteke looks good. Can ship Barfa as well.

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    6. floydy_floyd
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      12 years, 3 months ago

      His owners have really suffered. Poor bugga's. 14m for meagre returns.

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    7. Qubit
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      12 years, 3 months ago

      lol. long way to go though, still owned by over 30%

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  20. Demel
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    12 years, 3 months ago

    I asked on the last page . Would you make the transfer Lambert to Lukaku today? I can grab the price rise and the difference between his game at home to Hull is almost worth 4 points over Lamberts away at United if I need to take a hit.

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  21. Heels_Over_Head
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    12 years, 3 months ago

    RVP price protected for 8 days when the flag comes off

    He will become a differential at this rate

    13.9 for his current output is pretty steep

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    1. Billy Gilmore
      • 13 Years
      12 years, 3 months ago

      He won't be protected.

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  22. Rödallegabomb ᴿᴮ
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    12 years, 3 months ago

    Get Jumanji, everyone said the same about Barkley. 1.0M in rises later he is 'essential'.

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    1. jas5sk - Youtube channel
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      12 years, 3 months ago

      Jumanji 🙂

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  23. The Machine
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    12 years, 3 months ago

    Six points for United

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  24. Total Foot 5
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    12 years, 3 months ago

    so who pays more...Adnan Januzaj could be eligible to play for England in 2015. Albania, Belgium, anyone else...

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    1. jas5sk - Youtube channel
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      12 years, 3 months ago

      The Albanian mafia will help him make the right choice

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  25. Mile Plankton - Myth and Ch…
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    12 years, 3 months ago

    Faq u Rooney.

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  26. FPL Daniel
    • 16 Years
    12 years, 3 months ago

    Januzaj is limping . Wait for those knee jerks

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  27. mgilbert86
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 13 Years
    12 years, 3 months ago

    horrible gameweek, what is everyone's scores?

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  28. Godfather Bandit 42
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    12 years, 3 months ago

    Rooney>Lukaku & Moses>Yanoo!

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  29. Chris_White
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    12 years, 3 months ago

    I want to do Rooney > Lukaku, but SOU STK ful...

    Whittingham > Barkley for me instead

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  30. FPL Daniel
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    12 years, 3 months ago

    Just checked FPL. Where is my Vidic assist?

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    1. Matamatician
      • 13 Years
      12 years, 3 months ago

      Why would he get an assist?

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