FPL Pod S8 Ep19: FPL Pod: Big Gameweek to use Chips
Nov 27, 2025
In this lively discussion, FPL managers dive into the crucial strategies for Gameweek 13. They explore popular chip plays and reveal their Triple Captain favorites, with Haaland taking the spotlight. A European round-up sheds light on player performance, while hosts debate the merits of Free Hit and Wildcard options. They also reveal the week’s differentials, including intriguing choices like Doku and Schade. The conversation wraps up with tips on maximizing points and navigating transfer decisions.
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Julien Enjoyed Building A Free Hit Team
- Julien enjoyed constructing a Free Hit team even though it produced only 42 points.
- He found the process fun and felt the picks were sensible despite mixed returns.
Play Free Hit To Fix One-Week Fixture Problems
- Use Free Hit when your regular squad lacks great fixtures and you need a one-week overhaul.
- Prioritize the best-scoring short-term players rather than preserving long-term squad structure when Free Hitting.
Managers Prefer Short-Term Chips This GW
- Triple Captain and Free Hit are significantly more popular than Wildcard or Bench Boost this GW.
- Managers prefer single-week maximizers over longer-term reshuffles for this specific fixture layout.