Author: Z G

Gameweek 2 Review – Part One

Gameweek 2 Review – Part One

Posted by | Aug 25, 2017 | |

Gameweek 2 came around in the blink of an eye, and it certainly didn’t disappoint. Several new draft fantasy prospects are now firmly on our radars, with waivers and transfers flying around in every league. Today we take an in-depth look at Gameweek 2, how are fantasy prospects fared, and which players to look out for in the coming weeks. Swansea 0 – Manchester United 4 The Manchester United bandwagon continued to roll with another impressive 4 – 0 victory over Swansea. United did not have it all their own way in the first half, but once they moved...

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Gameweek 1 Review – Part 1

Gameweek 1 Review – Part 1

Posted by | Aug 20, 2017 | , , |

And breathe… It was manic, unpredictable and, most importantly, packed full of draft fantasy football twists and turns. As the dust settles on the first gameweek of the season, we take a look back at each of the fixtures. The standout performers, the disappointments, and the ones to keep a close eye on. Liverpool 3 – Watford 3 What a game! Last season Liverpool built up a reputation as prolific scorers but shocking at the back. And from the looks of their first game of the season, not a lot has changed. Liverpool were tantalising in front of goal,...

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Gameweek 1 Fixtures – A look ahead with predictions and top Manchester City, Tottenham, and West Ham players

Gameweek 1 Fixtures – A look ahead with predictions and top Manchester City, Tottenham, and West Ham players

Posted by | Aug 9, 2017 | , , |

The time is finally upon us. After a dull and dreary 82 days, Premier League football is finally back. Another season awaits us with the usual thrills and spills, excitement and agony. But today we get down to brass taxes and look ahead to Gameweek 1, the first of 38 gameweeks that will define our Draft Fantasy League seasons. In today’s article we put the upcoming fixtures under the microscope, and try to identify the ‘Must Have’ ‘Alternate’ and ‘Punt’ options for the forthcoming gameweek. The Premier League is back, my friends, and I couldn’t be more excited! Must...

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Fantasy Football Day with Spurs, Chelsea, Arsenal, Liverpool, Man United, Man City, Everton, and More Players

Fantasy Football Day with Spurs, Chelsea, Arsenal, Liverpool, Man United, Man City, Everton, and More Players

Posted by | Aug 8, 2017 | , , , |

Last night… the battle began. Today you can learn who to look out for this Fantasy Football Day! After months of anticipation, the Draft Fantasy League Admin team finally battled it out in the draft arena. It was fast, furious and full of the usual Draft Fantasy League excitement. I’d do it all over again in a heartbeat! But after the intensity of the draft, it’s now time to reflect upon the teams that have emerged. Where is our inevitable champion, is there a dark horse in the competition, and who’s going to claim the much maligned wooden spoon?  ...

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Confessions of a Fantasy Football WAG

Confessions of a Fantasy Football WAG

Posted by | Jul 25, 2017 | , |

I am a Fantasy League WAG and, in marrying my husband, that’s the path in life I chose. Fancy sports cars, huge mansions, beautiful clothes (at least that’s what he promised!) And for those ladies out there who fall into the same boat, there are 10 important lessons that I’d like to pass on from my years as a Fantasy League WAG. So pour yourself a glass of wine, sink into a hot bubble bath, and relax in the knowledge that you’re not alone. I promise, the season will end. The ‘powers that be’ at the Premier League understand...

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The Template Team

The Template Team

Posted by | Jul 17, 2017 | , , |

The time we have all been waiting for is upon us… Draft Fantasy is now OPEN! I know many of you will be eager to get your drafts started (I know I am!), but just before we delve into the excitement, let’s take one last look at what is on offer. Today I undertake a study of, what I like to call, ‘The Template Team.’ This is the team of perfection, the team of dreams, the team we all strive to get. This is the team every one of us would create if there were no other managers around...

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The ‘Punts’ for Fantasy 2017 – 2018

The ‘Punts’ for Fantasy 2017 – 2018

Posted by | Jul 5, 2017 | , |

Following on from my articles, The ‘Must Haves’ for Draft Fantasy 2017 – 2018 and The ‘Alternates’ for Draft Fantasy 2017 – 2018, we now take a look at the third and final piece of the puzzle for the ever-planning draft fantasy manager. A group of players I like to call, ‘The Punts.’ And this, ladies and gentlemen, is the place where we fantasy managers go, to have some fun. These players are the hidden gems, the waiting to be discovereds, the unknowns. A group of players that only the most thorough and hard-nosed of fantasy managers are able to unearth....

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Which fantasy manager are you?

Which fantasy manager are you?

Posted by | Jul 3, 2017 | |

As the great Chinese philosopher Laozi once said, “He who knows others is wise; he who knows himself is enlightened.” And today, my friends, we take an introspective look at the essence of the draft fantasy football manager. What is he like? What makes him tick? And which one are you? Although we are all different, with varying styles and approaches to the game, my experience has led me to one conclusion. Fantasy football managers can essentially be broken down into four main categories: The obsessive The in and outer The magician The deserter The Obsessive I am a...

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Following the Fixtures

Following the Fixtures

Posted by | Jul 2, 2017 | , |

Form over Fixtures? Fixtures over Form? It’s a question that has plagued every fantasy manager since the dawn of time, myself included. Pick the player in form or the player who’s going up against a weaker side. Sometimes it’s easy. Do I play Kane against an already relegated Hull? Of course! But there are moments in every fantasy manager’s season where he has to look at both the player and the fixture and make an informed decision. Kane against Chelsea or Vardy against Brighton. Now that’s a tricky one! But fear not my friends. As always, I am here...

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