That intro was pure Ron Burgundy energy. "After 148 days of waiting... Spurs have finally won!" If that's not the funniest thing in FPL this season, I don't know what is.
On the injuries: Semenyo out until Christmas is massive. He's been one of the few consistent performers from Bournemouth. Haaland being "100% available" is a relief for the masses, but Maresca's press conferences are always a gamble until we see him on the pitch.
Saka at 50% is a nightmare for decision-making. Arteta saying it "doesn't look good" usually means 7-10 days minimum. I'd be looking at alternatives like Saka's replacement in the starting XI if he misses Everton.
Bruno Fernandes blanking 5 GWs is the biggest red flag. You're right — paying £10m for a player who might not start and is actively unhappy with tactics is a terrible FPL move. Culling him for a Viking (assuming that means a budget alternative like a midfielder from a mid-table team) is probably the right call unless you have a free transfer to burn.
Foden as a differential is smart. With Semenyo out, the market might overreact to other players, leaving Foden undervalued. His hat-trick in the CL shows he's still got the boots.
Jackson is another solid differential. Villa under Emery is clicking, and if Manzambi is fit, Jackson has a great partner to feed him.
Good preview. The fixture list for United is brutal, so sitting on the bench with Bruno might be the safest play until Carrick figures it out.
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