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  "id": 1663329,
  "title": "Is Haaland worth the price? Pick Rogers or Palmer? Five key FPL questions",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/18/is-haaland-worth-the-price-pick-rogers-or-palmer-five-key-fpl",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-18T07:23:59.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "BBC Sport",
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    "url": "https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/cn0np755k4wo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss"
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  "account": "Three days until the start of the Fantasy Premier League season, BBC Sport's team of FPL experts have discussed key questions to help managers begin with a strong start. Erling Haaland, Manchester City's star striker, has risen in price to £15.5m after scoring 239 points last season, but his World Cup absence may impact his early campaign. Bruno Fernandes remains a solid option at £12m, but there are few premium options in this season's lineup.\n\nGianni Buttice suggests having Haaland to start, as his presence early on can prevent a significant drop in points. He also recommends Bryan Mbeumo (£8m) as a reliable attacking option, especially after a full pre-season. Luke Shaw (£4.5m) and Harry Maguire (£5m) are viable choices for the defense, with Senne Lammens (£5m) as a solid backup goalkeeper. For Chelsea, Joao Pedro (£7.5m) is a strong contender, while Xabi Alonso's decision to use a 3-4-3 formation may provide interesting attacking options from Palmer (£9.5m) and Rogers (£7.5m).",
  "summary": "BBC Sport's team of Fantasy Premier League experts debate some of the new season's big talking points to help you select your team before Friday's deadline.",
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        "title": "Is Haaland worth the price? Pick Rogers or Palmer? Five key FPL questions",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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