FPL Pod S4 Ep1: Off The Bench: Best players in Gameweek 1?
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Aug 19, 2025 Harry Daniels, known as FPL Harry, joins forces with fellow FPL expert Oscar (FPL Focal) to dissect the latest game week in the Premier League. They delve into top performers from Liverpool and the regret over not selecting Haaland. The duo discusses the formidable Newcastle defense and the dilemmas it raises for captaincy. Additionally, they suggest holding onto Watkins while advising caution with Spurs and ponder the missed opportunities in Arsenal's defense. It's a treasure trove of strategic insights for fantasy managers!
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Salah’s Late-Game Edge And Liverpool Depth
- Mohamed Salah frequently produces late, decisive returns that salvage captain choices and scores.
- Other Liverpool attackers (Ekitike, Vert, Gakpo) also showed strong attacking potential in GW1.
Use DEFCONs To Widen Your Defensive Pool
- Monitor the new DEFCON defensive contributions rule: 10 for defenders, 12 for midfielders to gain +2 points.
- Use DEFCONs to broaden cheaper defensive options into your squad selection.
Semenyo Could Be A Rising Cheap Option
- Semenyo impressed with a brace and high shot volume, despite Bournemouth being underowned.
- Good upcoming fixtures make Semenyo a short-term player to monitor for rising value.