Gameweek 2 Fantasy Preview

Didier Drogba - 17 points
A perfect start for another golden boot pursuit.

Yes, I would start every piece of previews with a snapshot of last gameweek top fantasy footballer. And here he is. Close on behind is £4.5m Marlon Harewood and Drogba's team mate Malouda. And here is the link to view my points last gameweek. Very embarrassing I shall say.

PART I: PREVIEWS

Not really playing well yet.

Manchester City v Liverpool

A pretty unfortunate start for Liverpool as they have to play against two title contenders in a row. An unexpected own goal by Pepe Reina has stolen two points from the Reds, but they do show a pretty positive sign under Roy Hodgson and have given a new shine of hope to their fans. Although Joe Cole who bleeds "Reds" will not show up in this match, there should be no lack of creativity in the middle with Alberto Aquilani available to take up his spot.

Meanwhile, Manchester City is still suffering from cohesion problems and with Balotelli and Milner added in, the condition is expected to worsen. The billion spending club certainly needs some time to form a strong bond between the players. Fortunately there is Joe Hart to protect their rectangle.

In terms of fantasy perspective, David N'gog is looking sharp, scoring four goals in three competitive matches. His goal against Arsenal was a perfect display of his great shooting instinct. However, with Torres coming back, he is expected to feature as a substitute again, and I can hardly recommend you guys to get him. Should the latter plays, he can be highly decisive on this game's outcome. As for City, it's still too early to get their players as we still don't have a definite answer for its starting XI and team tactics. Joe Hart (£6.1m) is an exception though.

With Roy Hodgson implementing a good defence, I think it'll be either a narrow win or a draw for the Reds, unless luck fools them again.

Prediction: MANC 0-1 LIV

The Rest

Arsenal v Blackpool (4-0)

Can Blackpool outplay their opponent again? I don't think so. Fabregas should be a great captain selection this week.

Birmingham v Blackburn (1-0)

Birmingham is a very solid club at home. Pick up one of their defenders and make him your season long player. Take note that Blackburn's ace, Dunn is doubtful.

Everton v Wolves (2-0)

Everton should not lose this if they want to achieve a good season. They should have no problem to win, although it might be tough.

Stoke City v Tottenham (0-2)

Thankfully Sorensen is as invincible as Hart. Defoe is doubtful, so you might want to put your chips on £5.5m Robbie Keane.

West Brom v Sunderland (2-2)

Should be an exciting game. Dorrans and Bent are clear options from each side.

West Ham v Bolton (1-2)

Avram Grant's squad still haven't got the form yet, so I chose to support Bolton for a win. Observe former fantasy value buy Martin Petrov's performance.

Wigan v Chelsea (0-3)

Wigan always faces heavy defeat against Chelsea, so it should be happening again. Another massive score for Drogba?

Newcaste v Aston Villa (1-2)

Villa is looking sharp. With Ireland joining, their attack it expected to be of greater threat.

Fulham v Manchester United (0-2)

If it was Hodgson, I would like to bet for a draw. But it's not, so there you go. Berbatov is looking great.

PART II: SQUAD SELECTIONS

Captain Picks

Fabregas

He does have a high possibility to provide us a big bang of points against Blackpool. Not sure whether he will start, however.

Drogba

Because it's Wigan.

Buy-Ins

Albrighton

Unbelievably cheap for a performing right winger.

Berbatov

In great form and is expected to pick up Rooney's burden until the latter finds back himself.

Key Performers

Torres

To score against Joe Hart is difficult, but still it's possible for a great lad like him.

Jones (Blackburn)

Needs a great display again if they are to bring any points away from St. Andrews.

Bad Picks

N'Zogbia

He wants to get out from Wigan.

Joe Cole

Red-carded.

Nasri, Collins, Cuellar

All sidelined.

Squad of XV

GK: Foster

DF: Dann, Dawson, Alex

MF: Fabregas, Malouda, Dorrans, Albrighton

F: Drogba(C), Bent, Berbatov

Subs (in order): Robinson, Ferguson, Phil Jones, Knight

Captain: Drogba

Emergency Captain: Value

Starting XI Value:£81.3m

Total Team Value: £99.3m