This is a quickie soccer fantasy update, because I have been slacking the last couple of weeks, but without further ado here it is.

Man City defenders-  Manchester city gave up 3 goals to Fulham, which was totally unexpected.  Those 3 goals scored, are more than Man City has let in all season.  Man City also hasn't conceded a goal at home, so look for them to have a big game against Newcastle, along with Schmeichel in net.  Plus no Michael Owen facing them.

Charles N'Zogbia- Kinda goes against my pick of Man City Defense, but this is more of a long term pick, maybe the week after.  Currently has 3 goals and 2 assists, and is playing great.

Anelka vs Derby Defense- Anelka is in fine form, and look for him to have a field day against the team that has allowed the most goals (20)

Adebayor- He has looked awesome this season, and not just on easy goals, I think every goal I have seen him score, other than the PK have all been of the highest calibre.  I had Van Persie, but with his current form, and Van Persie's current lack of minutes I would go with the Adebayor.  He is also relatively cheap at this point.

Kanu - I had him last year, and the forward gave me some great points in the first half of hte season.  I expect more of the same, if you pick him up, be wary of his performance after December.  He is also facing a weak Reading side at home, and Portsmouth are a very good home team.

Dead weight

Ronaldo has failed to recreate the form that saw him single handidly win my fantasy season last year.  I wouldn't say drop him just yet if you have him, because he could catch fire at any time.  But if he continues the way he is you might as well put that money to better use on a forward, or midfielder.

Gerrard - When he becomes healthy again I would pick him up, but at this point I think it will take a couple of weeks, if you have him keep him.  If you want him hold out a little longer if you can.

Arteta - Was my darkhorse last year.  No one really knew who he was, but he in my opinion single handidly brought Everton up to a UEFA Cup spot.  He is also struggling with injury at the moment.

Some good like for like replacements

Gerrard, Ronaldo pick up Fabregas (When did he learn how to shoot?), or possibly Elano, who has yet to score, but has produced a lot of assists so far.

Arteta- Elano, or Petrov of Man City.  Petrov has looked good all season, his only downside I have seen so far is that his crossing needs work, and he forgot his shooting boots in spain, maybe that will all change after the Fulham game.