The Rest Is Football

Picking Our FPL Team

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Aug 15, 2025
Dive into the thrill of fantasy football as the hosts tackle the strategic choices behind selecting the perfect team. Should you back Mo Salah or Erling Haaland this season? Discover their insights on player values, budgeting, and the impact of new scoring changes. Listen to personal anecdotes that highlight the emotional rollercoaster of managing your team while gearing up for the Premier League's kick-off. Plus, find out how to join their fantasy league and compete for prizes!
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Pick Salah For Midfield Bonus

  • Prioritise Mohamed Salah over Erling Haaland because midfielders get extra points for goals and Salah historically scored more fantasy points.
  • Be mindful Salah costs £14.5m versus Haaland £14.0m which affects team balance.
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Midfield Goals Now Worth More

  • Midfielders now earn an extra point for goals, increasing their fantasy value compared with forwards.
  • This scoring tweak makes elite midfielders like Salah more valuable than equally priced strikers.
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Balance Attack With Two Proven Strikers

  • Build a balanced attack by selecting two reliable forwards and a bench forward to cover injuries and rotations.
  • Choose proven Premier League scorers like Ollie Watkins for consistency over hyped newcomers.
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