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King, Ledley - CB, CM (TOT)
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Updated November 22, 2009 |
| News: King will miss today's game against Wigan because of his hamstring injury. |
| Analysis: Michael Dawson will deputise. |
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Upson, Matthew - CB (WHM)
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Updated November 21, 2009 |
| News: Upson was lucky not to concede a late penalty in the 3-3 draw away to Hull City. |
| Analysis: Upson is a top-class player, but that does not necessarily make him worth a place in your team. West Ham's form means that league points and clean sheets will be hard to come by for the England defender. |
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Stanislas, Junior - FOR, LM (WHM)
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Updated November 21, 2009 |
| News: Stanislas headed over when well-placed to win the match away to Hull City. |
| Analysis: The youngster remains very promising, but is still too inconsistent to merit a regular place in your team. |
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Bullard, Jimmy - CM (HUL)
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Updated November 21, 2009 |
| News: Bullard scored his first goal for Hull from the penalty spot in the 3-3 thriller at home to West Ham, and his free kick was also nodded past his own goalkeeper by Carlton Cole |
| Analysis: We told you that Bullard is a player who makes things happen. If you haven't already signed him, it could be too late. |
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Cana, Lorik - CM (SUN)
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Updated November 20, 2009 |
| News: Likely to go straight back into the side against Arsenal after completing his suspension. Will be greatly needed, especially with Cattermole out, as Sunderland play chaase ball against Wenger's wonders. |
| Analysis: Has been impressive this season. |
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Campbell, Fraizer - FOR (SUN)
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Updated November 20, 2009 |
| News: Likely to get a start alongside Darren Bent this weekend as Kenwynne Jones continues his suspension. |
| Analysis: I wouldn't take him on, personally.... |
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Collins, James - CB (AST)
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Updated November 20, 2009 |
| News: His groin injury is taking longer to heal than anticipated and Martin O'Neill tells us he's rated doubtful for tomorrow's trip to Burnley. |
| Analysis: Hang fire. |
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Dunne, Richard - CB, RB (AST)
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Updated November 20, 2009 |
| News: Martin O'Neill will allow Richard Dunne to decide whether to play against Burnley as the Ireland defender, "devastated" by Wednesday's World Cup play-off disappointment against France, has not trained since returning from Paris. "I'll not play him at costs," the Villa manager said. "If Richard didn't feel he had the energy to play, then that viewpoint would affect things." |
| Analysis: Keep him in - may have a point to prove after people called him soft for sitting down and cuddling with Thierry Henry. |
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Whelan, Glenn - CM (STO)
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Updated November 20, 2009 |
| News: Struggling to be fit for Sunday's game with Portsmouth after his travails with Ireland and also has a groin injury. |
| Analysis: Class when fit. |
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Bouma, Wilfred - CB, LB (AST)
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Updated November 20, 2009 |
| News: Villa left-back Freddie Bouma has suffered a fresh setback in his fight for fitness ż a toe injury.Claret and blue boss Martin OżNeill revealed the Holland international, who is yet to play for Villażs first-team since his horror ankle dislocation in July last year, suffered the problem earlier this month. |
| Analysis: Can see retirement beckoning. |
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Cudicini, Carlo - GK (TOT)
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Updated November 20, 2009 |
| News: Harry Redknapp, the Spurs manager, has said that he expects Cudicini to play again after his motorcycle accident - but not this season. |
| Analysis: If Cudicini is still on your PTG squad... he shouldn't be. |
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Modric, Luka - CM, LM (TOT)
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Updated November 20, 2009 |
| News: It was hoped that Modric would feature against Wigan on Sunday but the injured playmaker will not be ready. |
| Analysis: He has yet to resume full training after his fractured fibula so it could be a week or two before he plays again. |
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Ballack, Michael - CM (CHE)
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Updated November 19, 2009 |
| News: Ballack is reported to have a knee infection but he may still be passed fit to face Wolves |
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Davies, Simon - CM, RM (FUL)
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Updated November 19, 2009 |
| News: Davies is hopeful of making the bench for the game against Birmingham City |
| Analysis: There have been plenty of false dawns concerning Davies' fitness but a fully recovered Davies will always make the team |
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Murphy, Danny - CM, LM, RM (FUL)
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Updated November 19, 2009 |
| News: Murphy has fully recovered from his knee injury and is ready to be selected for Fulham's match against Birmingham City |
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Cattermole, Lee - CM, RM (SUN)
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Updated November 19, 2009 |
| News: Could return a month ahead of schedule. It was feared that the £6million midfielder would be out until the new year after surgery on the knee ligaments he damaged at Liverpool last month but he has been given the green light to step up his rehabilitation. Cattermole has been allowed to take the protective brace off his knee, and Steve Bruce said: "There's no way we'll rush him but, because of the type of lad he is, I'd expect Lee to be back quicker than predicted." |
| Analysis: Keep him on your bench - crucial player for improving Sunderland. |
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Van Heerden, Elrio - CM (BLA)
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Updated November 19, 2009 |
| News: Likely to leave Ewood Park with compatriot Benni McCarthy in January after failing to make an impact since joining in the summer. |
| Analysis: Bettter chance of making the South Africa team than Blackburn's. |
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McCarthy, Benni - FOR (BLA)
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Updated November 19, 2009 |
| News: Carlos Alberto Parreira, the returning South Africa coach, has thrown his cap on McCarthy regaining his former glories. The striker won't be involved in the African Cup of Nations in January but he may need a move to start earning you points - he isn't Alllardyce's cup of tea. |
| Analysis: Still a natural goalscorer when fit and playing. |
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Andrews, Keith - CM, RM (BLA)
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Updated November 19, 2009 |
| News: Put in a resolute and dynamic performance to provide the defensive midfield cover that so nearly took Ireland through to a penalty shoot-out in the World Cup play-off with France. |
| Analysis: Produced the best midfield performance against world-renowned opponents in Stade de France. Might be knackered for Blackburn, mind. |
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Bent, Darren - FOR (SUN)
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Updated November 19, 2009 |
| News: Will be eager to continue the good work with his club after an anonymous performance for his country against Brazil last weekend. |
| Analysis: Still the leading English goalscorer in the Premier League - Capello may drop him, but you shouldn't. |
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Delph, Fabian - CM (AST)
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Updated November 18, 2009 |
| News: Had plenty of much-needed match action with England Under-21s this past week, probing away in the 1-0 win over Portugal at Wembley and playing the full 90 minutes in the goalless draw away to Lithuania. Was booked in both games. |
| Analysis: One for the future. |
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Downing, Stewart - LM (AST)
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Updated November 18, 2009 |
| News: Downing hopes to be back in action by Christmas. Having joined in training with the first-team, the England winger is in line to make his Aston Villa debut over the Christmas period as he steps up his return to full fitness. Downing, who cost £12million when he signed from Middlesbrough in the summer, has yet to figure for Villa as he continues to recover from the serious ankle injury he picked up towards the end of last season. |
| Analysis: Might be worth putting on your Christmas list as, with Villa's style of play, he will be invited to make plenty of goalscoring opportunities in a team doing well already. |
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O'Connor, Garry - FOR (BIR)
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Updated November 17, 2009 |
| News: Serious groin injury likely to keep the Scotland forward out for four months. Surgery may be the answer. |
| Analysis: Pick Cameron Jerome. |
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Parnaby, Stuart - LB, RB (BIR)
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Updated November 17, 2009 |
| News: Had filled in competently at left-back but the hamstring injury that ruled him out has now spread to his back so unlikely to play soon. |
| Analysis: Thanks but no thanks. |
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Tainio, Teemu - CM, RB (BIR)
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Updated November 17, 2009 |
| News: Picked up a knee injury on international duty that could keep him out for some time. Might even require surgery. |
| Analysis: Keep him on hold. |
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Fahey, Keith - CM (BIR)
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Updated November 17, 2009 |
| News: Good news for Alex McLeish: the hard-working wide man could be back in contention for Saturday's home game with Fulham after recovering from an ankle injury. |
| Analysis: Has been among Birmingham's better players - but that won't win you too many fantasy points. |
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Cole, Carlton - FOR (WHM)
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Updated November 16, 2009 |
| News: Cole, rumoured to be a transfer target for several bigger clubs in January, is set to return from injury to face Hull on Saturday. |
| Analysis: He's had a hamstring strain. |
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Cudicini, Carlo - GK (TOT)
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Updated November 16, 2009 |
| News: Cudicini has been operated on and is expected to make a full recovery following his motorcycle accident last week. |
| Analysis: He seems unlikely to play again this season. |
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Drogba, Didier - FOR (CHE)
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Updated November 15, 2009 |
| News: Drogba will be out for up to three weeks after a scan revealed a fractured rib. The striker was thought to have suffered only bruising after his clash with Jonny Evans in the game against Manchester United |
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Terry, John - CB (CHE)
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Updated November 13, 2009 |
| News: Terry has an ankle problem and could miss the England game against Brazil |
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Lampard, Frank - CM, LM (CHE)
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Updated November 13, 2009 |
| News: Lampard's thigh injury should rule him out for three weeks and not the six that some initial reports indicated |
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Clark, Ciaran - CB (AST)
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Updated November 13, 2009 |
| News: After making an outstanding Premier League debut against Fulham in August, the former England Under-20 captain has been rewarded with a call-up to Stuart Pearce's Under-21 squad. |
| Analysis: One for the future. |
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Ward, Stephen - LB, LM (WOL)
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Updated November 12, 2009 |
| News: Back in light training and due to start competing for his place after the international break. Wolves have missed him. |
| Analysis: Brilliant in the Championship last season, surging forward from left-back, and will bring more balance and composure. |
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Hennessey, Wayne - GK (WOL)
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Updated November 12, 2009 |
| News: Has been hailed as "brilliant" by Mick McCarthy after making a "stunning" start to the season. "Heżs maturing into a really top class goalkeeper," the Wolves manager said, "heżs absolutely top drawer." |
| Analysis: At fault for Arsenal's breakthrough goal last time out but, generally speaking, in excellent form. His kicking with either foot is very strong. But Wolves will concede so that won't make him many PlayTheGame points. |
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Pavlyuchenko, Roman - FOR (TOT)
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Updated November 12, 2009 |
| News: The striker wants to be sold in January and will demand showdown talks with the club's manager, Harry Redknapp. |
| Analysis: With no prospect of being a first-choice, it's not surprising he's agitating for a move. |
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Cudicini, Carlo - GK (TOT)
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Updated November 12, 2009 |
| News: Cudicini is unlikely to play again this season after his motorbike was involved in a collision in north-east London this morning. He has fractured his wrists and injured his pelvis. |
| Analysis: We send our best wishes for a speedy recovery to the 36-year-old. |
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McCarthy, Benni - FOR (BLA)
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Updated November 12, 2009 |
| News: McCarthy appears more and more likely to be leaving Ewood Park this January. |
| Analysis: "In my opinion, I am better than what we have at Rovers," he said. "But unfortunately the manager prefers a different style of player." |
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Nelsen, Ryan - CB (BLA)
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Updated November 12, 2009 |
| News: Nelsen scored his first goal of the season in the 3-1 victory over Portsmouth. |
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Grella, Vincenzo - CM, RM (BLA)
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Updated November 12, 2009 |
| News: As things stand, the midfield player is due to return for the derby match against Bolton Wanderers. |
| Analysis: It has been a frustrating absence for Grella, who has been sidelined with a thigh problem. |
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Roberts, Jason - FOR (BLA)
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Updated November 12, 2009 |
| News: After recovering from a flu virus, Roberts stepped off the bench to score twice against Portsmouth. |
| Analysis: "I've not played so much recently, so it was just good to get on the scoresheet," the striker said. |
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Bent, Darren - FOR (SUN)
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Updated November 12, 2009 |
| News: Bent missed from the penalty spot against Tottenham Hotspur, but he remains the leading English goalscorer in the division and was called up to the England squad by Fabio Capello. |
| Analysis: Is still getting in good positions and getting a decent array of chances. |
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Zenden, Boudewijn - CM, LM, RM (SUN)
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Updated November 12, 2009 |
| News: After a frustrating spell in the sidelines, Zenden should be available for selection for the home match against Arsenal. |
| Analysis: In the light of other injuries and suspensions, the Dutchman's return is timely. |
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Ferdinand, Anton - CB (SUN)
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Updated November 12, 2009 |
| News: Ferdinand has admitted that his form has been poor in recent weeks, justifying the decision by Steve Bruce to put him on the substitutes' bench. |
| Analysis: The centre-half will expect to return to the side for the Arsenal game given Michael Turner's suspension. |
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Turner, Michael - CB (SUN)
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Updated November 12, 2009 |
| News: Turner will miss the home match against Arsenal through suspension. |
| Analysis: A big blow to Steve Bruce's side given Turner's fine form since his transfer from Hull City. |
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Fulop, Marton - GK (SUN)
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Updated November 12, 2009 |
| News: After a frustrating spell on the sidelines, Fulop will reclaim his place in the Sunderland team for the home match against Arsenal. |
| Analysis: Craig Gordon's broken arm gives the Hungarian a fine chance to again make the number one slot his own. |
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Gordon, Craig - GK (SUN)
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Updated November 12, 2009 |
| News: Gordon will be out for "a number of weeks" after breaking his arm in the defeat to Tottenham Hotspur. |
| Analysis: Bad news for the player and for the club given the goalkeeper's fine form prior to his injury. |
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Boyce, Emmerson - CB (WIG)
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Updated November 11, 2009 |
| News: Boyce has warned that Wigan are on course 'to give someone a hammering' after his side could only draw 1-1 with Fulham despite having 19 attempts on goal |
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Davies, Simon - CM, RM (FUL)
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Updated November 11, 2009 |
| News: Davies now has a complete reserve team game under his belt and hopes to be ready for Fulham's match against Birmingham City |
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Alex - CB (CHE)
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Updated November 11, 2009 |
| News: Alex says he believes he can 'do more for Chelsea' having played in two matches since recovering from a groin operation |
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Bosingwa, Jose - RB (CHE)
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Updated November 11, 2009 |
| News: The Portugal defender has had knee surgery and will be out of action for up to three months |
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Collins, James - CB (AST)
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Updated November 10, 2009 |
| News: Will rest during the international break after sustaining a groin injury in last week's 2-1 defeat by West Ham United but, with no further complications, should be back for the visit to Burnley a week on Saturday. |
| Analysis: Worth considering: Villa are pretty tight defensively and Collins will get his fair share of goalscoring opportunities from set plays. |
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Sanli, Tuncay - FOR (STO)
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Updated November 10, 2009 |
| News: The substitute was substituted in Sunday's defeat away to Hull City, as Tony Pulis jiggled his team around after Abdoulaye Faye's red card, and headed straight down the players' tunnel to incite expectations of unrest. Yet to start a league game for Stoke but has been assured he has a role to play at the club. |
| Analysis: Stoke are doing so well overall this autumn that Tuncay has had to be patient. There are bound to be dips and the Turkish star has to make sure he is ready to take his chance. |
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Shawcross, Ryan - CB, RB (STO)
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Updated November 10, 2009 |
| News: The commanding central defender has signed a new five-year contract to stave off interest from Manchester United and Liverpool. |
| Analysis: Has been in awesome form, worthy of international consideration. |
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Jerome, Cameron - FOR (BIR)
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Updated November 10, 2009 |
| News: Did you see that for a goal? Did you? Nor me, it was on ESPN. Jerome apparently stuck one in from fully 30 yards to give Birmingham their lead at Liverpool. |
| Analysis: Might go on a spree now, especially as McLeish's team face Fulham, Wolves, Wigan and West Ham in the next month. Opportunity knocks. |
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Benitez, Christian Rogelio - FOR (BIR)
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Updated November 10, 2009 |
| News: "There's only one Benitez" sang the Blues fans at Anfield as their man opened his scoring account for the club against Rafa's ragged Reds. |
| Analysis: Might go on a spree now, especially as McLeish's team face Fulham, Wolves, Wigan and West Ham in the next month. Opportunity knocks. |
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Craddock, Jody - CB (WOL)
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Updated November 10, 2009 |
| News: Now Wolves' joint leading goalscorer after nutting in a consolation against Arsenal for his third goal of the season - though he did also score in the wrong end in the 4-1 defeat. Has been in the form of his life to be fair. |
| Analysis: Wolves will concede, so a risky acquisition, but playing as well as anyone for Mick McCarthy's side. |
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Petrov, Stilian - CM (AST)
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Updated November 10, 2009 |
| News: Will be taking over penalty duties after James Milner and Ashley Young continued to make a mess of things over the past weeek. In addition to being one of the most proactive midfield players in the Premier League, Petrov is over his suspension for collecting five yellow cards so should be playing a lot in the coming weeks. |
| Analysis: Might be worth adding to your squad. |
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Heskey, Emile - FOR, LM (AST)
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Updated November 10, 2009 |
| News: Martin O'Neill believes the striker's back injury, which ruled him out of contention for England's game with Brazil on Saturday, should not keep him out "for weeks." |
| Analysis: Carew and Agbonlahor likely to remain as the preferred duo for foreseeable future. |
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King, Ledley - CB, CM (TOT)
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Updated November 10, 2009 |
| News: King's recent hamstring problems could be connected with his lack of training. He came off after an hour in the win over Sunderland. |
| Analysis: Harry Redknapp, the manager, admitted it was "a bit of a problem". If King is in your team, you'll have to accept that he won't play every minute of every game - far from it, in fact. |
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Ashton, Dean - FOR (WHM)
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Updated November 9, 2009 |
| News: The London Evening Standard claims that the 26-year-old will be forced to retire because of his long-term ankle injury. |
| Analysis: It's a real shame for a player who is still young and, when fit, had undoubted England potential. |
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Cole, Carlton - FOR (WHM)
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Updated November 9, 2009 |
| News: Cole missed the defeat - and misses England's game against Brazil in Doha on Saturday - because of a hamstring strain sustained against Aston Villa last Wednesday. |
| Analysis: West Ham are hopeful he will return for what looks a big game against Hull on November 21. |
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Hines, Zavon - FOR (WHM)
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Updated November 9, 2009 |
| News: Hines started against Everton yesterday but had a reality check, missing several chances as West Ham lost. |
| Analysis: He'd scored the winner against Aston Villa in midweek. The 20-year-old is very promising but he's bound to be inconsistent until he gets more experienced. |
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Huddlestone, Tom - CB, CM (TOT)
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Updated November 9, 2009 |
| News: Huddlestone scored a scorching goal against Sunderland then was called into the England squad to face Brazil. |
| Analysis: He's an infrequent goalscorer despite his long-range shooting ability, but he's blossoming into a star thanks to his range of passing. |
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Jaaskelainen, Jussi - GK (BOL)
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Updated November 9, 2009 |
| News: Jaaskelainen shipped five goals as Aston Villa thumped Bolton on Saturday. |
| Analysis: None were his fault. Jaaskelainen is one of the Premier League's best goalkeepers, but it doesn't make him fantasy gold because he plays for such a poor team, unfortunately. |
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Elmander, Johan - FOR (BOL)
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Updated November 9, 2009 |
| News: Elmander scored his first league goal of the season in the 5-1 defeat by Aston Villa. |
| Analysis: It was from all of two yards. Elmander cost a lot but delivers little. |
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Keane, Robbie - FOR, LM (TOT)
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Updated November 9, 2009 |
| News: Keane notched his sixth league goal of the season in the 2-0 win over Sunderland. |
| Analysis: Four of those came in one game, against Burnley. Keane is always liable to be played out wide on the left, which limits his scoring potential. |
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Schwarzer, Mark - GK (FUL)
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Updated November 8, 2009 |
| News: Schwarzer's excellent performance frustrated Wigan who felt they should have won at the DW Stadium |
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Dempsey, Clint - FOR, CM, LM, RM (FUL)
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Updated November 8, 2009 |
| News: Dempsey scored from the penalty spot to secure Fulham a draw at Wigan. |
| Analysis: Danny Murphy would usually take Fulham's penalty kicks but Dempsey is a fine stand-in |
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O'Hara, Jamie - CM, LM (POR)
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Updated November 7, 2009 |
| News: O'Hara's well-hit strike gave Portsmouth the lead away to Blackburn Rovers. |
| Analysis: The better he performs while on loan to Portsmouth, the greater the chance that O'Hara will be recalled to White Hart Lane in January - but his playing time will almost certainly decrease at that point. |
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Cole, Carlton - FOR (WHM)
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Updated November 7, 2009 |
| News: A hamstring injury sustained against Aston Villa means that the England striker is a doubt for the match against Everton. |
| Analysis: Watch this situation. Cole is a must-start these days against any opponent if fit. |
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Hines, Zavon - FOR (WHM)
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Updated November 7, 2009 |
| News: Hines could start against Everton if Carlton Cole fails a fitness test. |
| Analysis: Hines' performance against Aston Villa deserved the reward of a start. He is living up to our tip as one to watch this season. |
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Piquionne, Frederic - FOR (POR)
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Updated November 7, 2009 |
| News: Piquionne has recovered from a neck injurey and should be fit to play in the vital match away to Blackburn. |
| Analysis: He might be worth taking a chance on against a poor Blackburn defence. |
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Finnan, Steve - RB (POR)
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Updated November 7, 2009 |
| News: Finnan will miss the Premier League trip to Blackburn on Saturday. The defender is suffering with an abductor muscle problem, |
| Analysis: There are better options at right back. |
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Bullard, Jimmy - CM (HUL)
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Updated November 7, 2009 |
| News: Bullard could be in line for his home debut at last in Sunday's game against Stoke. |
| Analysis: Watch this one carefully. Bullard has potential value for the rest of the season. |
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Myhill, Boaz - GK (HUL)
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Updated November 7, 2009 |
| News: Myhill will miss the home match against Stoke with a knee injury. |
| Analysis: Not that he was in your squad anyway, we trust ... |
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Geovanni - CM, LM, RM (HUL)
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Updated November 7, 2009 |
| News: The Brazilian will miss the home match against Stoke following his red card at Burnley last week. |
| Analysis: Select accordingly. |
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Anelka, Nicolas - FOR (CHE)
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Updated November 6, 2009 |
| News: Anelka is expected to partner Drogba against Manchester United after starting on the bench against Atletico Madrid |
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Bosingwa, Jose - RB (CHE)
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Updated November 6, 2009 |
| News: Bosingwa is Chelsea's main injury concern ahead of the clash with Manchester United |
| Analysis: Bosingwa could require surgery on his knee and if so face four weeks out |
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Edman, Erik - LB (WIG)
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Updated November 6, 2009 |
| News: Edman could start for Wigan against Fulham as Martinez considers making changes to the side that lost 4-0 to Portsmouth |
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Duff, Damien - LM, RM (FUL)
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Updated November 6, 2009 |
| News: Duff will miss Fulham's trip to Wigan as his Achilles injury has not cleared up |
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Scotland, Jason - FOR (WIG)
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Updated November 4, 2009 |
| News: Scotland says he enjoys playing in front of the home crowd at the DW Stadium as they allow the players to express themselves |
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Davies, Simon - CM, RM (FUL)
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Updated November 4, 2009 |
| News: Davies could be fit enough to be picked for Fulham's Europa League match against AS Roma |
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Drogba, Didier - FOR (CHE)
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Updated November 4, 2009 |
| News: After scoring twice against Atletico, Drogba said Chelsea need to be better when they face United this Sunday |
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Cole, Ashley - LB (CHE)
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Updated November 4, 2009 |
| News: Ashley Cole made a solid return for Chelsea against Atletico Madrid |
| Analysis: A good work out ahead of the clash with United |
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Mikel, John Obi - CM (CHE)
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Updated November 4, 2009 |
| News: John Obi Mikel hopes to be included in the squad named to face Manchester United this weekend |
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McCarthy, Benni - FOR (BLA)
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Updated November 4, 2009 |
| News: Sam Allardyce has said that he would consider selling Benni McCarthy in the January transfer window if another club meets Blackburn's valuation of the South Africa international. "At his age, I'd understand it if he wants to play first-team football and at the moment he can't get it here," he said. |
| Analysis: McCarthy has started just one match in the league this season, becoming a bit-part player at Ewood Park. |
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Murphy, Danny - CM, LM, RM (FUL)
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Updated November 3, 2009 |
| News: Murphy says he is ahead of schedule in his recovery and aims to feature in Fulham's match against Wigan Athletic on Sunday |
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Melchiot, Mario - CB, RB (WIG)
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Updated November 3, 2009 |
| News: Melchiot has told his team:"We can't continue like this," following Wigan's 4-0 defeat against Portsmouth |
| Analysis: Tricky to know how to handle Wigan players. The team is the yo-yo club of the division in terms of performances |
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Nevland, Erik - FOR (FUL)
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Updated November 2, 2009 |
| News: Nevland was a super-sub last season and he could be again after he came off the bench to score against Liverpool for his first goal of the campaign |
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Zamora, Bobby - FOR (FUL)
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Updated November 2, 2009 |
| News: Zamora put in one of his best displays of the season against Liverpool scoring his third league goal of the campaign |
| Analysis: Zamora was providing assists and now he is grabbing goals |
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Cole, Ashley - LB (CHE)
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Updated November 2, 2009 |
| News: Cole missed the victory over Bolton at the weekend due to a knee injury but has recovered and is in the squad to face Atletico Madrid |
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Samuel, Jlloyd - CB, LB (BOL)
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Updated November 2, 2009 |
| News: The defender was sent off for a professional foul on Didier Drogba last Saturday as Bolton crashed 4-0 at home to Chelsea. |
| Analysis: Despite Drogba's flamboyant (as usual) tumble, Samuel can have no complaints. |
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Kovac, Radoslav - CB, CM (WHM)
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Updated November 2, 2009 |
| News: Kovac - in for the suspended Scott Parker against Sunderland - got himself sent off for two bookable offences. |
| Analysis: He'll miss Wednesday's home clash against Aston Villa. |
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Woodgate, Jonathan - CB (TOT)
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Updated November 2, 2009 |
| News: Woodgate was on the bench for the 3-0 defeat by Arsenal on Saturday. |
| Analysis: He'll probably be back in the lineup for the next game as Sebastien Bassong is out for a month. |
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Bassong, Sebastien - CB, LB (TOT)
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Updated November 2, 2009 |
| News: The French defender hurt his hamstring at the end of the 3-0 defeat by Arsenal and will be out for a month. |
| Analysis: Jonathan Woodgate is approaching full fitness, fortunately for Spurs. |
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Jones, Kenwyne - FOR (SUN)
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Updated November 2, 2009 |
| News: Jones is facing a three match suspension following his dismissal for violent conduct against West Ham United. |
| Analysis: The striker will miss matches against Tottenham Hotspur, Arsenal and Wigan Athletic. |
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Cana, Lorik - CM (SUN)
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Updated November 2, 2009 |
| News: Cana will miss Saturday's match at Tottenham Hotspur through suspension after being shown the yellow card against West Ham United. |
| Analysis: The captain will only be absent for one match but the number of bookings he is receiving is a source of concern to Steve Bruce. |
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Piquionne, Frederic - FOR (POR)
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Updated October 31, 2009 |
| News: Piquionne kept his place after scoring twice against Stoke City's reserves in the Carling Cup, and scored his first Premier League goal. But he left the field on a stretcher after suffering a head injury. |
| Analysis: Worth keeping on your radar, but nothing more - yet. |
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Dindane, Aruna - FOR (POR)
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Updated October 31, 2009 |
| News: Dindane scored his first Premier League goal against Wigan, followed by his second and third. And he provided an assist for Frederic Piquionne. Shame you didn't have him in your team - but after his previous struggles, why would you? |
| Analysis: Wigan's defence was dreadful - hesitant and disorganized. But there's no arguing with a hat-trick. |
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Diamanti, Alessandro - FOR, LM (WHM)
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Updated October 30, 2009 |
| News: Diamanti is hoping to start against Sunderland after changing the game against Arsenal last weekend. |
| Analysis: He's only made four starts this term. |
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