Fantasy Football Captain Picks Gameweek 7
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The introduction of continental competitions at this stage of the season always adds an extra film of sweat to the brows of FPL managers when choosing their captain. However, as in the case of Sergio Aguero (6 points) and Eden Hazard (3), an absence from starting team duties midweek can serve as a comforting hand on the shoulder, increasing their chances of selection at the weekend and emboldening that armband choice further. So it was somewhat surprising to see Sergio “I’m the fittest I’ve been in years” Aguero hauled off on the hour mark at Cardiff and Hazard turning in, by his own stratospheric standards, a lacklustre display at West Ham.
Mo Salah (8) returned to scoring ways with a scorching piledriver from 6 inches out, and likewise Harry Kane (9) overcame a mini-drought with yet another spot-kick to add to his collection. Hazard was joined by Romelu Lukaku (2) and Sadio Mane (3) as other popular choices to fluff their lines.
Gameweek 7 forges Hazard and Salah in direct opposition with each other, creating a rare dilemma as two juggernaut teams clash in what could be anything between a stalemate and a goalfest. Perhaps this will allow other fringe candidates into the fold. Or you could just pick Aguero.
FF247 prides itself on its reputation for having a friendly, engaging and enthusiastic community. Well, this week’s Captain Picks turns the spotlight on its readers with a selection of queries and comments plucked from the site’s various inboxes and feeds. We’ll hear from Stuart and Mari later, but without any further ado, let’s kick off with a letter from Miles.
HARRY KANE | Huddersfield Town v Tottenham Hotspur
Miles touched on something interesting and no, I don’t mean Barbara. Is Kane suffering from fatigue? Well, one thing that we do know about the prolific Harry Kane of last season is that he liked to shoot. A lot. His average shots per game (5) topped the charts way ahead of nearest rivals Salah (4) and Aguero (3.8). Kane has been lingering at below 3 spg in 2018/19, but managed a season ‘best’ of 5 shots at the Amex last weekend, suggesting perhaps a return to former habits. When he buys a lot of tickets, he tends to win a lot of raffles.
Huddersfield have had a torrid time so far following up last year’s gutsy Premier League debut, suffering from what musicians might call the ‘difficult second album syndrome’. While some rise to the challenge and produce a “Nevermind” or “Modern Life is Rubbish”, others don’t. The West Yorkshire outfit are currently in danger of churning out their “Room on Fire”.
To address Miles’ question about persisting with the Spurs striker. With 3 goals from 6 games even in a campaign where he’s yet to get anywhere near his best, and if he continues to show a willingness to pepper the goal, he is well worth persevering with.
SERGIO AGUERO | Manchester City v Brighton & Hove Albion
Stuart’s carefully crafted insight deserves thoughtful dissection. “Aguero owners. Lolz“, indeed. At the time, the Argentine’s solitary goal compounded by his premature withdrawal left owners fuming at Pep once more. Only after similarly mediocre points returns from other noted captain choices did it turn out that perhaps things could’ve been worse. Though one can’t help but reflect that with another 30 minutes against a tiring Cardiff side, things could’ve been so, so much better. Oh well… Lolz.
That explosive performance against the Terriers in GW2 aside, Aguero has been boringly…. consistent. His last 3 games have generated 6, 7 and 6 points respectively; showing that even his off days are still meritorious. Kun hasn’t contributed more than 6 assists in any of the previous 3 seasons, yet already has 4 in this campaign. Perhaps it’s a sign that he’s adapting his style as a striker now in his 30’s; or perhaps it’s all part of Guardiola’s team evolution. Either way, it’s a welcome addition to the striker’s armoury.
With no win since slaying Manchester United, Brighton’s stuttering start sees them visit the Etihad with every reason to be fearful. The Seagulls are more than capable of digging in and making life awkward for their hosts, but it’s hard to see anything other than the kind of possession domination we’ve become so accustomed to with the Cityzens. Aguero owners will be hoping for a little more than 60 minutes.
ALEXANDRE LACAZETTE | Arsenal v Watford
We almost completely overlooked Mari’s email initially, but thankfully discovered it while clearing out the spam folder. Lacazette is a player that has been trundling along nicely since cementing a place in Unai Emery’s starting XI. With an ownership south of 5%, this is a niche alternative to the usual cast of evergreen options. However interest is growing in the talented Frenchman. Arsenal’s impending fixtures are largely attractive and his partnership with Aubameyang is burgeoning for all to see. His output for the last quartet of games now reads 2 goals and 3 assists thanks to his latest contribution, opening against Everton.
But lest this writer be accused of cherry-picking the facts, let’s turn to FF247’s own comment section for further justification. Lacazette’s role in Sunday’s performance elicited a ringing endorsement from site regular and keen Arsenal fan, Chins.
Visitors Watford may certainly be a tougher proposition than in seasons past but, despite their terrific start, haven’t kept out the opposition since dispatching Brighton in GW1. The Gunners, conversely, haven’t failed to net since the first round of fixtures. 4 wins on the bounce have seen them surge back to the upper reaches of the embryonic table, and will hope to take this momentum into their clash with the Hornets.
Alexandre Lacazette may be this week’s ‘hipster’ choice, but “he’s the type of player that just needs a chance to fall his way”, and may very well get one or two come the weekend.
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Mourinho seems to be 13 years old….
Wouldn’t want to have Pogba on my team as he’s probably bench fodder from now on…
ok.. who’s on penalties for utd now??
Hey guys, bit lost here really. Not sure what to do. 2 FTs, 0.7 ITB.
Shall i just do Peltier to Boly/Doherty and hold the other FT? Want to get in Hazard, but is it worth it against lpool.. Thought maybe use the extra cash to upgrade Lucas to Eriksen or upgrade Kamara to mitro. But could just do that next week.
@Macro
Hold on to them as long as you can
With a lot of money stuck in Mendy I have decided to wait till the Friday press conferences.
If Pep still can not give us a clue on Mendy’s injury he will be my first transfer.
I would then look and see if i could get some arsenal cover in midfield (Ramsey?)
DD, for now it’s unlikely Mendy to play on Saturday.
But then again, everything is possible with Pep….
https://www.101greatgoals.com/news/social/benjamin-mendy-injury-update-before-man-city-vs-brighton/
@IvanTheTerrible
If Pep can confirm that Mendy is ready to start training again next week I am inclined to keep him. In any other case he is going to make place for either Trippier or Monreal.
That makes sense but at home to Brighton I doubt very much he will be risked. If he appears on the bench it’s likely to start vs Liverpool next week.
Mendy and Ralls should be your priority really as much as i like Mitro.A lot of talk about getting Wolves defenders in but i’d also consider a Newcastle or Brighton defender.They both have a really sweet set of fixtures coming up.
“Hugo Lloris (thigh) – has now progressed to field work”.
In other words, he’s finally sobered up 😆
https://www.90min.com/posts/6181094-mauricio-pochettino-provides-fitness-updates-on-hugo-lloris-michel-vorm-amid-goalkeeper-crisis
Howdy gang. Just quick question! Walker or Trippier?
Both likely to get CS.Trippier could give you attacking returns with bPS.
Only thing putting me off is the possible rotation issue. Vertonghen seems the only nailed on defender for spurs
This has got me worried too. Itching to buy Tripps or Alder, but they could be rested to play Barca next week.
Hi Bees I don’t want that headache. What you thinking?
can see trippier playing both games neilos.
Howdy Eresh. I’ve got 3 ideas. Get in TAA and bench him for now, but two games time play HUD and Card. 2 is get Tripper in for a good run or 3 Walker and just leave him for a long run
2 or 3 fr me
If I do Trippier or Walker I’ll hold Pereyra this week. Bring Trip leaves me with 1.9 and Walker leaves 1.5.
sounds good. and change pererya to bilva
Pereyra to Maddison is the next plan
good plan.. i would have got him this week but i guess mendy is priority although u have a good defence me thinks
Which one Eresh Walker or Trippier?
heart says walker, gut says trippier neilos. coin toss says walker so walker.
Oooh got me thinking haha. Hmm ok let me have a tinker…
suree
Walker done.
well done mate.. all prepared hopefully
neilos..trippier seems nailed nw after that aurier injury
Not so sure about Trippier being nailed. Maybe I’m overthinking it, but now Aurier is injured doesn’t that make Trippier more likely to be rotated?
K W-P may play in the league.
All done now my friend lol. I don’t think I’ll make any more moves. But next week Maddison is a must and also having a look at Knockaert. He has a good run
knockaert for neves?
Defo!
wow.. glad ur thinkin ahead.. so no room fr fraser?
Itching for the first hit of the season Salah and King to Kane and Maddison for -4.THoughts?
I’ve done Salah to Kane for a -4.
I’m thinking chances are good Kane outscoring Salah over the coming two GW.
I’m going to wait for the next Pep conference before deciding on Mendy. I had him since the start so I can handle the price drops.
I’m captaining Aguero. Brighton don’t travel well.