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Fantasy Premier League Gameweek 24 Preview

Never Captain Nicky Butt 02 February @ 11:44 PM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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Thank you very much, Gareth Bale, for your midweek performance, now let's take a look at the weekend's fixtures and continue with our assault to the top of the Fantasy Premier League table... With over 2.7 million players, we hope ... Continue reading →

Nani Injured; Valencia Becomes a Must Have Option?

Never Captain Nicky Butt 27 January @ 10:34 AM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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At the beginning of last season (2010) we highlighted Nani's emergence as a "must have" Fantasy Premier League option when Antonio Valencia broke his leg in a Champions League game and eventually missed the majority of the 2010-2011 season. Deja ... Continue reading →

Evening Ticker: Pepe apologizes to Messi, SKC signs Peterson and more

Soccer By Ives 19 January @ 04:30 PM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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By FRANCO PANIZO

Facing media scrutiny and the possibility of disciplinary action, Pepe has issued an apology to Leo Messi.

Well, sort of.

A day after what appeared to be a deliberate step on Messi's hand in Real Madrid's 2-1 loss to Barcelona, Pepe told Real Madrid's website that it was an involuntary act.

Premier League Gameweek 16 Fantasy Preview

Never Captain Nicky Butt 15 December @ 08:40 PM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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Everton are bringing back USA star Landon Donovan in January. Nic Anelka is going to China. And Mario Balotelli is in a fight in training once again. Tons of news around the Premier League, but as the fixture list gets ... Continue reading →

10th week of English Premier League Fantasy Football excitement

Fantasy Premier League Tips 24 October @ 06:43 AM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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Wow, that's really all I can say about yesterdays match between United and City in English Premier League. Manchester teams went against each other and boy did City come off victorious. The match was definitely most awaitened match this season in Premier League soccer, and it delivered. Fantasy soccer wise, it was also a lot better than expected.

Premier League Gameweek 9 Fantasy Preview

Never Captain Nicky Butt 21 October @ 08:35 AM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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The Manchester Derby. Trash your Tevez shirt day. Joe Hart overhead kicks at the training ground. It can't really get too much better than this. Let's preview this 9th Premier League Gameweek... I. Manchester City @ Manchester United: A battle of 1 ... Continue reading →

Fantasy MLS: Week 33

Soccer By Ives 19 October @ 10:15 AM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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By ALAN LEDBETTER

With most of the playoff spots spoken for, the final week of MLS is sure to be unpredictable.

Coaches are more likely to rest key players, which makes picking a fantasy team very difficult. Since lineups lock for MFLS on Wednesday, you will have to set your lineup with some uncertainty this week.

English Premier League Gameweek 9 Fantasy Football Tips

Fantasy Premier League Tips 18 October @ 01:46 PM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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English Premier League has given us eight weeks of soccer action so far, and now it's time to predict what will this new batch of fixtures bring to the football table.
Last gameweek in Fantasy Premier League saw new names arise on top of the weekly point table as the usual suspects didn't deliver.

Never Manage Alone - SB Nation's Fantasy Soccer Blog

Sounder at Heart - Soccer From the Heart of the Sound 12 October @ 04:53 PM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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Never Manage Alone - SB Nation's Fantasy Soccer Blog

Their current focus is on EPL Fantasy, but have some coverage of MLS and World Cup Fantasy in the past. Go say hey.

Fantasy MLS: Week 32

Soccer By Ives 12 October @ 01:15 PM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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By ALAN LEDBETTER

There are two weeks left in MLS with a full slate of games each week to earn enough fantasy points to finish at the top spot in SBI's fantasy division.

The playoff picture is starting to clear up as many teams are beginning to clinch spots, while others have dropped out.

Fantasy MLS: Week 31

Soccer By Ives 06 October @ 08:30 AM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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By ALAN LEDBETTER

This week in MLS, which was originally intended to be an international calendar break, was created due to games that were rescheduled throughout the year. There are three games this week, and with only three weeks left in the MFLS schedule, it is important that you don't lose ground due to players not playing.

Fantasy MLS: Week 30

Soccer By Ives 28 September @ 02:30 PM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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By ALAN LEDBETTER

Dwayne De Rosario has been on a hot streak that every fantasy MLS owner should riding. After a disappointing first half of the season, he has become the highest-scoring field player in MFLS and had one of the most impressive weeks of the season this past week.

Fantasy MLS: Week 29

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By ALAN LEDBETTER

With only five weeks left, now is the time to use your remaining transfers and prepare for a strong ending to the fantasy season. With six teams playing two games this week, there are plenty of fantasy points up for grabs.

Premier League Soccer goes GW 6

Fantasy Premier League Tips 19 September @ 01:09 PM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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Football is great, fantasy soccer exciting, but some gameweeks you just wish you could forget as quick as you can. I've already had my share of those this season, as it seems my football team has faced it all: injuries, red cards, missed penalties... You name it, my make believe soccer team has done it.

Fantasy MLS: Week 28

Soccer By Ives 14 September @ 09:00 AM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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By ALAN LEDBETTER

A high scoring week in MLS left many fantasy points up for grabs last week. One of the more surprising fantasy performers was Charlie Davies, who notched a hat trick on the road vs.

The Champions League Fantasy Football: Our Top Three Bargains

Inthestands.co.uk 12 September @ 09:16 PM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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A premiership fantasy football team just isn't enough. One must compete on all fronts; be ready for competitions beyond their capacity and clear of their means. So that's why IntheStands are fighting on both fronts The Premiership and the Champions league to be prosperous and notorious amongst our rival friends.

Fantasy MLS: Week 27

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By ALAN LEDBETTER

After back-to-back weeks with many teams off, there will be a full slate of MLS matches this week. Many players have been travelling a bunch with their respective national teams, which could affect their play as they return to MLS.

Fantasy MLS: Week 26

Soccer By Ives 02 September @ 10:00 AM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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By ALAN LEDBETTER

When setting up your teams each week, it is important to think of all factors that will affect each game. Last week, it was very important to account for weather when making your player choices as three games were postponed due to the impact of Hurricane Irene.

Fantasy MLS: Week 25

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By ALAN LEDBETTER

Sporting Kansas City continued their strong form last week with two wins that put them in a excellent position to make the playoffs. Graham Zusi put in a very strong fantasy output, scoring two goals in their midweek game vs.

Join The Serie A Weekly Fantasy League

Serie A Weekly 23 August @ 03:20 PM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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With the start to Italian Serie A approaching rapidly how about joining the Serie A Weekly crew as a fantasy team manager and compete to be our Serie A Weekly fantasy league champion. That's right compete with our writers and friends in our Italian Serie A Fantasy league. To join the SerieAWeekly Fantasy league you'll have to first register here .

Fantasy MLS: Week 24

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By ALAN LEDBETTER

DC United continued their strong form this week as they trounced Vancouver at home. DC has continued to turn thing around since their acquisition of Dwayne DeRosario and are now likely to make the playoffs if they continue their strong form.

Join the SBI Fantasy EPL League

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The new 2011/2012 English Premier League season is set to kick off this morning at 10am, but there's still time to take part in SBI's new Fantasy EPL League.

Apologies for the late set-up, but we were able to complete the construction of the league, which will be running on the FoxSoccer.

Fantasy MLS: Week 23

Soccer By Ives 12 August @ 09:30 AM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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By ALAN LEDBETTER

Dwayne De Rosario seems to have finally found his home in DC. De Rosario was a threat to the attack in Toronto and New York but looks to be a different, more influential player since coming to D.

The Week Ahead, Part 2: Yahoo Player Recommendations

Fantasy EPL 11 August @ 05:57 PM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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For a day when nothing concrete really happened, it has been a crazy day. The Tevez/Nasri swap was thrown out there and led to Jeremy's excellent post on other potential swap deals that might make sense for both clubs. I'll throw in a slightly smaller deal into the mix as my contribution to rampant speculation about transfers that will never happen: Niko Kranjcar for Nik Bendtner No, there's no

More Clean Sheets - Best Defenders in Fantasy Premier League

Fantasy Premier League Tips 11 August @ 02:07 PM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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What makes a great defender for your fantasy soccer team? He of course has to play in a winning team. He of course has to play often and whole games. If he scores a goal or gives an assist now and then that is a big plus. Of course we wouldnt mind if his price wouldnt be too much either.
So who are these denfenders.

Best midfielders for your fantasy soccer team

Fantasy Premier League Tips 09 August @ 04:50 PM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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So, what about midfielders. After all, they are usually the most important choices to be made in your fantasy premier league team. Many seasons have shown that the players who collect the most points in fantasy premier league are almost always midfielders. The reason of course being that they get points for just about anything, 5 points for a goal (that's 1 point more than attackers get.

Goalkeeper picks and tips for your Fantasy Premier League Team season 2011/2012

Fantasy Premier League Tips 08 August @ 04:49 AM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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Less than week to go until the begininng of the Fantasy Premier League, so it's about time to start looking at the top picks and tips for your team. I'll try to give comments about the best player for your team in every price range. So, no more blabbering, let's get right to business.
GOALKEEPERS:
Over £6M
At the top of the price list for goalkeepers are ManCity's Joe Hart and Chelsea's Petr Cech.

Fantasy MLS: Week 22

Soccer By Ives 03 August @ 08:46 AM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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By ALAN LEDBETTER

At this point in the season, losing a team's leading scorer could be devastating. However, Carlos Ruiz's abrupt exit from Philadelphia could bring on an exciting opportunity for young stars Danny Mwanga and Roger Torres.

Two More Private Leagues

Fantasy EPL 02 August @ 08:03 PM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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I'm not sure if there are any spaces still open but two more private leagues have been posted. Here's the info. YFF Blog League 11 Group ID#: 6517 Password: footy YFF Blog League 12 Group ID#: 6518 Password: blog Cheers - Neal

2 weeks to go until season 2011/2012 in Barclay's Fantasy Premier League

Fantasy Premier League Tips 29 July @ 04:08 PM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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It's only 2 weeks until the beginning of the Fantasy Premier League, and again tension rises as it gets more and more imminent to choose the players you want to have in your team. FPLBlog will be here once again to give you the best tips, so that you choose the best possible team for this years fantasy soccer.

Fantasy MLS: Week 21

Soccer By Ives 29 July @ 11:00 AM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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By ALAN LEDBETTER

A high-scoring week of MLS action is just what fantasy owners needed after three 0-0 draws in the previous week.

For this season, it has appeared that the best fantasy strategy is to play players that have a game against Toronto.

Mid-Day Ticker: Aguero signs with City, Orebro wants bigger Bedoya bid and more

Soccer By Ives 28 July @ 11:00 AM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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By FRANCO PANIZO

Sergio Aguero's desire to play for a big club has been fulfilled, as he'll soon suit up for Manchester City.

City has signed the Argentine international, agreeing to a $63 million transfer fee with his current club, Atletico Madrid. The move makes him the second most expensive Premier League signing of all time, behind only Chelsea's Fernando Torres.

Fantasy MLS: Week 20

Soccer By Ives 20 July @ 09:00 AM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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By ALAN LEDBETTER

When planning for each week of Fantasy MLS, there are many factors to consider. Then there are the things for which fantasy owners can't possibly prepare. Last week, Vancouver postponed its game vs.

Breaking News: Yaya Toure Injured

Never Captain Nicky Butt 18 July @ 09:55 PM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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Last year he was Manchester City's most consistent performer and one of the best box-to-box midfielders in the Premier League... Will he miss the beginning of this season? Yaya Toure has just limped off the field in Manchester City's pre-season ... Continue reading →

Fantasy MLS: Week 19

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By ALAN LEDBETTER

A full week of MLS games made for a high scoring week last week. There is a much lighter schedule this week with no teams playing twice this week as many of them are engaged in the US Open Cup competition. Prepare a challenge to find the right starting lineup as most games are fairly even this week.

Carlos Tevez to Complete Corinthians Return

Never Captain Nicky Butt 12 July @ 08:28 AM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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Manchester City's Captain and last year's Fantasy Premier League superstar Carlos Tevez is set to return to South America as his old club Corinthians have tabled a $56M U.S. bid for the striker. The 27 year old Golden Boot winner ... Continue reading →

Luka Modric vs Daniel Levy: Will the Croat Join Chelsea?

Never Captain Nicky Butt 10 July @ 11:10 PM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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Luka Modric and Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy are on a collision course. According to Modric, Levy broke a "gentlemen's agreement" to allow him to leave Tottenham if an offer from a bigger club came in. Chelsea have made an offer ... Continue reading →

Fantasy MLS: Week 18

Soccer By Ives 06 July @ 08:46 AM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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By ALAN LEDBETTER

Everyone had their doubts about FC Dallas after its star midfielder, David Ferreira, was injured early in the season. After another impressive win, FCD is proving to be the hottest team in MLS. Brek Shea has proved to be the spark in the offense that has replaced Ferreira as he has scored in four straight MLS games.

Gael Clichy to Manchester City: Is Kolarov the new Gareth Bale?

Never Captain Nicky Butt 04 July @ 01:46 PM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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Manchester City's rotation minefield just became that much more precarious for fantasy managers to walk through. Roberto Mancini has finalized the transfer of LB Gael Clichy from Arsenal today after the Frenchman completed a routine medical. What does that mean ... Continue reading →

Fantasy MLS: Week 17

Soccer By Ives 29 June @ 11:20 AM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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By ALAN LEDBETTER

The Gold Cup is over and all players will be returning to their club teams this week from international duty. New York is especially glad to see their players return after being without their starting center backs for the duration of the tournament.