FPL Pod

As December kicks off, festive fixtures are the hot topic, with a look back at weekend performances. The panel debates whether Isak might outshine Salah at Liverpool and assesses potential risks of selling Bournemouth assets. Discussions include the impact of goalkeeper strategies and Brentford’s attacking options. Plus, tips on differentials like Cole Palmer and Isak steal the spotlight. Stay ahead with transfer advice, captaincy picks, and mini-league updates as FPL managers prepare for a busy week.

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.

FPL managers faced highs and lows as popular picks like Haaland underperformed. The duo discusses Mateta's worrying early substitutions and his value at 8.0m. There's also chatter about Chelsea's rotation issues and the potential of Nottingham Forest players. They analyze Eze's hat-trick and his price’s implications for managers. Additionally, Jimenez is highlighted as a budget forward with increasing minutes. Tune in for insights on how to navigate the tricky landscape of this Gameweek!

The podcast dives into the chaos caused by the international break, examining injury flags for popular players. A lively debate ensues on whether to deploy the Free Hit strategy to navigate through short-term dilemmas. They analyze the potential replacements for the injured Gabriel and discuss other flagged players like Semenyo. The hosts highlight intriguing differential picks and weigh the merits of Liverpool versus Manchester United’s defensive options, all while gearing up for key captaincy choices.

As the international break unfolds, hosts assess the season's progress and tackle tough decisions. They debate whether to chase Liverpool's enticing fixtures and strategize around players affected by AFCON. DEFCON's influence on defender value is discussed, with a push for a four-defender setup becoming clearer. Budget players are surprisingly outperforming big names, reshaping traditional strategies. Plus, they share crucial insights on wildcard timing, maximizing transfers during AFCON, and planning chip usage for optimal point hauls.

This week, FPL experts dive into a challenging Gameweek, reflecting on disappointing player performances, including missed penalties from Haaland and Semenyo. They discuss the potential of sticking with Saka and backing Mbeumo for better returns. The hosts analyze Spurs' home struggles and Liverpool’s heavy loss, while also praising Haaland's consistency. Chelsea's attacking options and the impressive form of Thiago with Brentford are key highlights as they navigate a sea of squad dilemmas.

The conversation highlights Arsenal's impressive form and how to best strategize for FPL managers. The hosts debate whether to invest in defensive players or mix in attacking options like Saka and Rice. They discuss the impact of fixture swings while recommending key midfield picks and potential differentials. The value of players like Granit Xhaka as budget options gets a shoutout, and the panel dives into the ongoing dilemmas regarding transfers and captain choices. Risk versus certainty shapes their captaincy recommendations.

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.

In this episode, the hosts dive into the trend of playing four at the back, highlighting the strong returns from budget defenders. They evaluate the appeal of Crystal Palace's Jean-Philippe Mateta as a must-have forward, discussing potential replacements and his rotation risks. The group also assesses Manchester United assets and explores Joao Pedro's struggles, debating whether it's time to sell. Plus, they reveal their low-ownership differential picks and outline strategies for transfers and captain choices.

With many FPL managers having invested heavily in their front line, now might be the time to release funds by swapping to a cheap third forward and utilising that money elsewhere 🤑📈🤑 So FPL experts Gianni Buttice and Prasun Singhal look at the bargain options up top and where those new found funds could then be used to give your team a boost. LISTEN 👇 * Liverpool dilemma (02m 40s) * Magical Mateta (13m 58s) * Selling Gyokeres for Arsenal defence (18m 14s) * Man Utd options (24m 16s) * Cooling on Man City (31m 54s) * Keen on Kroupi (38m 08s) Win an FPL bundle by topping the FPL Pod mini-league at the end of the season: XY6XPL Follow @OfficialFPL on X and Facebook Follow Prasun on X Follow Gianni on X