We roll out the second instalment of our new weekly article for Members this evening, offering an in-depth statistical analysis of the main captaincy contenders for the Gameweek ahead. With Liverpool, City and Arsenal squaring up to some resilient defences, we delve into the data in order to assess our armband possibilities.
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Something for people who are looking at a newcastle defenderOpen ControlsWilson -> 4.8 million defender suggestions?
My defence atm: Chico Terry clyne Wilson FayeOpen ControlsSeeing as the first Coca cola advert has passed an its officially Christmas now, I watched Polar Express today with my son, what is everyone's favourite Christmas film?
Ps don't be a Scrooge!Open ControlsAshes Sportal team in........
Cook Warner Bell Clarke Pieterson (C)
Watson
Haddin
Siddle Anderson Swan Harris
too much choice LOLOpen Controlsalright lads ..
hows my team looking
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gj coleman fonte
yaya ramsey sess lallana
aguero suarez roonpig
boruc barkley whittiker chester
thanksOpen ControlsWalcott has the best agent and PR team in world football.
How he managed to get a deal worth over 100k a week is beyond me. His arrogance knows no bounds, highlighted by the fact that he thinks he can push himself up front by goading Wenger via the media.
Sometimes, football truly baffles me.Open ControlsHis goals and assists easily warrant 100k.
Open ControlsMassively overrated. 1 good game out of 6-7. That does not warrant 100k.
Open ControlsHow many wingers can score over 20 goals in a season? He is massively underrated IMO. Makes brilliant runs in behind all game.
Open ControlsHe gets spoonfed by the rest of the team. Believe me, it's the effectiveness of the rest of the midfield to pick intelligent spaces for Walcott to run into, nothing to do with Walcott's intelligence (which is very limited). Any half decent winger/wannabe forward would thrive in this environment.
Open ControlsAny old player can score 20 goals at the top level? We'll have to agree to disagree, making it look simple doesn't mean it is.
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A boring 0-0 with Suarez rested on 60 mins please
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The laziest hulk of the season...+1 for the idleness...
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Also, can't believe Tommy agrees Chris Brunt is the standout captain choice this week. The stats don't lie.
Open ControlsI still believe in Mamadou Sakho, http://www.fantasyfootballscout.co.uk/2013/11/19/the-watchlist-updated-the-midfield-6/?hc_page=18#hc_comment_6037605
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Rate My Team and Projections were updated tonight. Interesting that the model doesn't fancy Liverpool off the back of Everton's defensive form and record at Goodison this term.
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Open ControlsIs it going off the defensive stats, actual goals conceded or a mixture of both? I was under the impression the former wasn't very good. Maybe the home stats are much better though.
It's strange because watching Everton I usually feel a goal conceded is not far away. The Villa game was the luckiest cs I ever got.Open ControlsIt's Everton's long term record at Goodison, backed by recent form with three clean sheets. I think it will be a tight one to be honest - formations will be interesting.
Open ControlsFair enough. That does look very strong on paper, they were a fortress under Moyes. Think Liverpool was renowned as a bogey team for them though! The Martinez factor is the big uncertainty for me, will it be more of the same?
I'm clinging onto the breathless 2-2 fixture last season. Even defensive minded Moyes couldn't stop it becoming a thriller.Open Controls
A bit surprising there's not more love for Chelsea, are the WHU defensive worries featured in?
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Everytime someone chooses their captain based on kickoff time I gain a place in rank.
Open ControlsSuarez gonna be a bit knackered by the time he plays the Derby.
Has Aguero done much playing / travelling?Open Controls2 games in USA I think.
Open ControlsDo you not think Suarez had enough of a rest at the start of the season?
Open ControlsHe played and scored 2 vs Bosnia on Monday in the US. He should be fine.
Open ControlsSuarez is like the duracell bunny , no need to worry about his stamina
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The captains article has helped clarify Suarez capt for me.
Had it close between him and Rooney, however Suarez record in the derbyand better stats has swung itOpen Controlswish i had the gumption to capt Sess though , but im too wimpy
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Between Suarez & Rooney for me, will wait 'till the last second to pick the wrong choice though 😉
Open ControlsIs it just me but historical evidence from past fixtures is as useful as a teapot made out of Belgium chocolate with little bits of toasted hazelnuts.
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ITWT - this article has quickly become a favorite for me, great stuff. Very thorough analysis. Just wish you'd make a recommendation in the end 😉
Open ControlsThe Sun say Hart will be back on the bench again v Spurs
http://pbs.twimg.com/media/BZjL-BmIYAA7hBP.jpg:largeOpen ControlsRumours starting to surface about his future at City. I think the manager has lost faith in him, dropping a keeper is a drastic move, especially when he says he needs a rest. http://footylatest.com/man-city-rumoured-to-be-on-the-verge-of-signing-joe-hart-replacement/51148?
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For which game?
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Tempted to bet on an Australian series win just to hedge myself against disappointment.
Still there's every chance they waste all their mental energy on mind games and don't actually walk the talk. Hmmm...Open ControlsThe toss is crucial today though, wannabe batting first methinks.
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Okay.
Boruc, Migs
Coleman, Terry, Chico, Walker, Baker
Whittingham, Amalfitano, Nasri, Hazard, Ramsey
Suarez, Lukaku, Aguero
Should I do Luka -> Rémy for hit?Open ControlsJust realised something about that captains article.
Dosent even mention RVP If i had him he would be my instant choiceOpen ControlsThe gulf between Rooney & RVP is that big?
Open ControlsI'd put my life savings on that the article does mention RVP, and highlights him as a standout candidate.
You members are really transparent...Open ControlsI forgot to mention that my life savings currently stand at £0
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😆 First the weather girl saying she'd do the weather forecast naked if France went through, now this
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just saw ramsey is flagged, he'll play though right?
Open ControlsWho's got the worst defence United or Chelsea?
Thinking of getting rid of Ivan or EvraOpen ControlsCurrent front seven of
Oil. Oscar. Townsend. Brady. (Ravmo)
Suarez. Sturridge. Aguero
Current thoughts are
Townsend to Sess
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Sturridge to Remy
Leaning towards Sess but really want rid of Sturridge. Worth a hit to bring Rooney in?
Cheers and come on are gland in the Ashes.Open Controls*are gland = England. 😆
Open ControlsI think Sturridge will outscore Remy over the next few weeks.
Open ControlsSturridge and Remy could both do well in the coming weeks. Its six and half a dozen on that one
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Captaining Ozil this week, have Rooney, Aguero and Suarez so probably going to come back and bite me in the ass butl not going with my gut has cost me at least 50 points this season time to trust in it. Bad idea?
Open ControlsI personally wouldn't as he is more assist orientated, but it could work out I suppose. It's a risky one though.
Open ControlsI took a risk with Michu the day swansea won 4-0. He got me 6 points. Lesson learned
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Open ControlsTrue, actually I had Michu captain myself that GW maybe my gut has been wrong alot too. I guess Rooney(c) would be the safest bet I'm sure I'll have a fun 30 minutes before deadline with alot of switching followed by my captain blanking, would sum up my current season.
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RVp to reach 10 bpl goals first without a doubt. so RVp(c).
Open ControlsI might just do Silva > Hazard now..The 0.1 i would bank in the process would mean i could do Oscar > Walcott/Gerrard next gw fo free..Sound like a plan?
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decided on remy (c), could be an epic captain or big mess up
Open ControlsLMAO ... The best players england have are not even English .. wtf .. typical lol
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