FPL Pod S4 Ep10: Off The Bench: Essential Haaland the only Man City focus
Nov 4, 2025
Erling Haaland continues to shine, leaving FPL managers pondering their options at Manchester City. Discussions reveal concerns about Joao Pedro's impact and the viability of Mateta as a must-have. As the hosts explore Liverpool's defensive prospects, they also weigh Arsenal's potential with a third pick dilemma. Fans eagerly anticipate strong insights on Bournemouth and Brentford, ensuring that every choice matters in the hunt for FPL glory.
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Captaincy Regret And Missed Bench Points
- Sam describes a painful week after benching Haaland and missing Caicedo's big score on the bench.
- He reflects that last-minute captaincy gambles and incomplete injury info cost him a big rank swing.
Consistency Trumps Hype For Midpriced Picks
- Chelsea dominated Spurs on xG but many popular Spurs FPL picks produced few returns.
- Enzo and Caicedo highlight that cheaper, consistent starters can outperform pricier, rotation-prone attackers.
Limit Manchester City Exposure To Haaland
- Avoid overloading on Manchester City players beyond Haaland unless they guarantee minutes and returns.
- Do prefer secure starters like Declan Rice or Enzo over rotation-prone City attackers for consistent points.