PRE-SEASON HUB 2020/21
Introduction
Gone are the days of Premier League teams jetting off to China, Malaysia, Thailand and Australia for their pre-season preparations – at least for this pre-season. Here’s hoping things in the world are again on the right side of normal this time next season and I for one will never again take the Premier League Asia Trophy for granted.
In this shortened period between the 2019-20 season ending and the 2020-21 season beginning (consider that Manchester United & Manchester City players will not even be through passport control with their families as they head on holiday whilst Everton, Liverpool and Tottenham commence a stretch of their legs with their first pre-season matches), I will again document the ins and outs and ups and downs of all 20 Premier League teams pre-season on this article as we hurtle towards the new season.
Below is a guide to the matches CONFIRMED so far – there will be more. For instance, as you’ll see, there are clubs who have not yet announced any matches. Seeing as all games will be behind closed doors anyway, I would expect the clubs to be transparent about their matches, not least to let their own supporters know what’s going on and I’ll be there to take advantage.
As is the norm – if you feel comfortable in doing so – please record any and all pre-season news here under the relevant team comment. I’ll round up each day with anything missed relating to line-ups, goals, assists, injuries, playing positions etc.
You’ll find a comment relating to each of the 20 teams below.
25th August
MK Dons 1-4 Arsenal
29th August
Arsenal 1-1 (5-4 pens) Liverpool (Community Shield)
5th September
Arsenal 2-3 Aston Villa
5th September
Arsenal 2-3 Aston Villa
29th August
Brighton & Hove Albion 1-1 Chelsea
5th September
Brighton & Hove Albion 0-0 West Bromwich Albion
29th August
Burnley 1-2 Shrewsbury Town
Burnley 3-0 Tranmere Rovers
1st September
Burnley 0-0 Preston North End
5th September
Burnley 4-1 Heart of Midlothian
Burnley 4-2 Mansfield Town
29th August
Brighton & Hove Albion 1-1 Chelsea
25th August
Crystal Palace 2-1 Oxford United
29th August
Crystal Palace 3-0 Charlton Athletic
1st September
Millwall 0-1 Crystal Palace
5th September
Crystal Palace 1-1 Brondby
22nd August
Blackpool 3-3 Everton
5th September
Everton 2-0 Preston North End
29th August
Fulham 2-2 MK Dons
1st September
Stoke City 3-0 Leeds United
5th September
Leeds United 3-1 Pacos de Ferreira
26th August
Leicester City 2-0 Birmingham City
29th August
Leicester City 0-0 Sheffield Wednesday
5th September
Leicester City 1-1 Blackburn Rovers
22nd August
Liverpool 3-0 Stuttgart
25th August
Red Bull Salzburg 2-2 Liverpool
29th August
Arsenal 1-1 (5-4 pens) Liverpool (Community Shield)
5th September
Liverpool 7-2 Blackpool
25th August
Newcastle United 3-0 Crewe Alexandra
29th August
Barnsley 1-2 Newcastle United
1st September
Middlesbrough 5-1 Newcastle United
5th September
Newcastle United 0-1 Stoke City
25th August
Dundee United 0-1 Sheffield United (abandoned at half time)
28th August
Heart of Midlothian 0-1 Sheffield United
1st September
Sheffield United 2-0 Derby County
4th September
Sheffield United 2-2 Preston North End
Southampton 7-1 Swansea City
22nd August
Tottenham Hotspur 3-0 Ipswich Town
28th August
Tottenham Hotspur 4-1 Reading
29th August
Tottenham Hotspur 1-0 Birmingham City
5th September
Watford 2-1 Tottenham Hotspur
28th August
West Bromwich Albion 0-1 Nottingham Forest
5th September
Brighton & Hove Albion 0-0 West Bromwich Albion
25th August
Ipswich Town 1-4 West Ham United
Wycombe Wanderers 1-5 West Ham United
29th August
West Ham United 2-1 Brentford
5th September
West Ham United 3-5 Bournemouth
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Werner Vs Kane?
Both great options. Kane is one million more so it’s not a fair comparison. Spurs are less likely to smash teams for me but Kane is always going to score fairly consistently and you kind of pay the extra for that. He does though for whatever reason take a while to get going. Chelsea with that attack should score a lot of goals with Werner expected to be the one to get them. Has a fantastic record in Germany but we don’t know how he will settle which is why he’s less money
I’d agree with everything Smash says. Werner is an unknown. He could tear teams apart, he could be another Premier league dud. Kane is cheaper than before so could offer some value if you’re willing to hold for a while – he is consistent. Given that Spurs start to the season is relatively easy, I’d probably go for Kane rather than punt on Werner.
Finding it very difficult to choose. The Kane of the last two seasons looks to offer not the greatest value for money on ppg/ppm but then the 3 seasons previous he was crucial. My gut tells me he’s got something to prove this season with other emerging English talent. His pace is still a huge question, and as said Spurs are unlikely to dismantle teams.
Werner for starters I think though Kane is in my thoughts.
His price is handy in that I’ll be able to get Kane if necessary / drop down to Ings or Jiminez if they’re looking hot. Or Werner may be fine as he is.
I think he’s currently the striker with the highest ownership so not the worst to start with.
Would Martial not be another consideration though? With 17 goals in his first proper season playing through the middle, that number will surely only go up and he looks fairly nailed to start almost every week. At 9 million too?
I must admit I like Martial as an option. Problem is I prefer Bruno as he’s clearly the main man even for the extra cash. Other issue I have for Martial is will he score enough goals for now being classified for a striker. He did the business second half of the season for sure can he maintain it. Flip side which I must admit I am interested in will having Martial and Greenwood cover for that anyway
Is having both in your side to reliant on Man U results, or will over the course of a season it even out? I love Bruno because of the way he ghosts into advanced positions and looks like he’s going to get the final touch/pass. Plus he’s obviously on set pieces… I’m struggling not to try and get all three BF/MG/AM in because they look like they offer value for money?
Having said that latest draft has Werner up front. Tempted to take the (-4) with the aubs/son, KDB/BF transfer early to avoid embarrassment with price rises, as mentioned a few days ago.
Yeah all three is too much but all good options
I currently have both 😀
:whistle:
That’s sooo last year;)
Every year…
Knew you’d reply
:big-lol:
I’m going to try and fill in the gaps GP!
Best i can do, but i would have to lose a 5.5 defender to get the 1.5 needed for Son to Bruno :wink2:
I love that!
Thoughts on this?
Will do Auba to Bruno after 2 weeks!
Love Richarlison, although will be interesting as he’s now a striker. That teams is going to score goals!
I just think City are going to be gunning for the league next season and KDB missing is going to be a hole. But is it possible to get KDB/MS/BF into the same team? Probably not.
Yes would love kdb, can get him for Auba and have 0.5 itb or can upgrade 4.0 to 4.5 defender
Hey Guys,
Back for a new season of fantasy footy
How much of a headache is the first set of fixtures with missing the Manchester games! I suppose it is 2020. What are your plans for transfers around that? It’s a pity Free Hit is not available
Free Hit will be available from GW2. You just can’t use it on week one so it doesn’t show.
Hey guys, what are the best punts for 2 4m defenders and a 4.5m midfielder, I’m scraping the barrel here, in order to maximise the value of my main players. Thanks guys. :scratch_one-s_head:
Prob Mitchell and Ferguson to start the season. The West Ham lad maybe. As for mid I think record signing Anguissa at Fulham if he stays or one of the Brighton lads Stephens or Bissoma but not sure If. nailed
Nathan Ferguson at palace and Johnson at west ham are generally considered the most likely 4 mil def this year.
The mids at 4.5 seem like pick any, perhpas stay away from the higher owned ones, as prices might fall if they are sold in mass.
Thanks guys.
**Guys and gals, I am going to get a Bore Off ready, any questions you want asked please put them here for me to see and I will do my best to include them.
Are you benching any United or City players. If so how many do you think is ok?
Is Giroud looking better with age?
I don’t take Giroud questions., those are all mine, besides that’s a dumb question, of course he is. :buba:
Will Werner be eased in? Will Giroud get minutes first up?
Noted and put in there.
What formation are you starting with and do you plan to change it after BGW1?
Got it.
+1
What is your strategy bringing in Utd and City assets e.g. are you planning a -4?
Noted
How many premium mids do you intend to start with?
Is Salibu and Vinagre an appropriate combination?
Thanks will get them in there.
How many premium def are you starting with
I see you Silvers, got it.
Which of the 3 newly promoted clubs has the most fantasy appeal and which of their assets (if any) will you be starting the season with?
I have added a variation of that question, thanks Chipster.
What goalkeeper are you looking at starting with as it’s not a position that’s usually changed unless on a wildcard?
Who excites you most from the already-done-deal new transfers and which gossipy-rumourmill signing are you most hoping becomes a reality?
Will the mighty whites win the league ha
Don’t listen to the hype about xxxxxx this season – it’s a trap! [who or what is xxxxxx for you?]
Has your fantasy strategy changed over time and are you trying anything different this year?
Some great questions coming in, keep them coming, I already had one of the guys who was going to answer quit because he didn’t like that he was going to have to do to much research. :hippo:
Which Budget MF players are you considering
How do you know this individual will now do some research?!
He is doing research, he told me he was, just not on fpl.
Which team will be the suprise package this year and do better than expected? Conversely Which team will disappoint?
Salah’s total points the last 3 seasons have been 303, 259, 233. Will this downward trend continue?
Noted
Thanks to all who provided questions, I think we have more than enough. Great stuff, some really great questions, should be a good one. Will hope to have it posted later this week, will depend on how quickly the guys can get to it.
Thanks for organising, Mito. Looking forward to reading it :yes: