
FPL Pod
Welcome to the FPL Pod. Join Kelly Somers, Julien Laurens and Sam Bonfield ahead of each Gameweek as they invite special guests to discuss and digress about the world of Fantasy Premier League.
After each Gameweek, two Fantasy Premier League experts will discuss all the major talking points and analyse the key decisions in Off the Bench.
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Latest episodes

Nov 11, 2024 • 47min
S3 Ep11: Off The Bench: To sell or hold Haaland
Chris James, a fantasy football expert from Fanny's Football Scale, makes his Off The Bench debut, discussing the puzzling performance of Erling Haaland, who has only netted two goals in six matches. He weighs the pros and cons of selling or holding the Man City forward. The conversation shifts to whether an Arsenal defensive double-up is a wise investment and highlights the undeniable need for Mo Salah in any fantasy lineup. Additionally, they debate the merits of various players from Aston Villa and Wolves, providing strategies for navigating tricky transfers.

Nov 6, 2024 • 45min
S7 Ep16: FPL Pod: Salah central to Wildcard special
Dive into the wild world of Fantasy Premier League as the team highlights Mohamed Salah's crucial role for those activating their Wildcard. Discover the strategy behind ditching Haaland and the unexpected rise of players like Raya. Explore options for forwards and uncover some hidden gems worth considering. Plus, the discussion gets competitive with team transfers and captaincy choices. It's a mix of humor and tactical insights that'll keep you engaged and thinking about your own FPL lineup!

Nov 5, 2024 • 45min
S3 Ep10: Off The Bench: Bargain buys proving worth
In this discussion, the hosts dive into the surprising success of budget players while premium assets underperform. Mo Salah’s reliability shines, alongside the rising value of Palmer and Solanke. They tackle Manchester United's recent challenges, Arsenal's defensive strategy, and assess Newcastle's fluctuating performances. The conversation also touches on Tottenham's resurgence and the rollercoaster of goalkeeper performances, providing valuable insights for fantasy football enthusiasts navigating a tumultuous season.

Oct 31, 2024 • 50min
S7 Ep15: FPL Pod: Sell Haaland for midfield premiums?
Erling Haaland is the hot topic once again after an underwhelming Gameweek, in which over 300,000 managers used the Triple Captain chip on the Man City forward 🔵📉
Kelly Somers and the FPL Pod team discuss downgrading him and how best to use that money elsewhere in your squad.
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* League Cup round-up (09m 31s)
* Haaland headache (12m 35s)
* Can Chris Wood continue? (20m 13s)
* Wolves options (26m 18s)
* Differentials (42m 55s)
* Transfers & captains (46m 52s)
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Oct 28, 2024 • 49min
S3 Ep9: Off The Bench: Haaland Triple Captain struggle
Big hopes were pinned on Erling Haaland, as over 300,000 Triple Captain chips were played this Gameweek, but with just the single return, does that count as success? 🍟🃏
FPL experts Az Phillips and Lee Bonfield look back on Man City’s performance, how crucial Cole Palmer is becoming, and the bargain buys upfront.
LISTEN 👇
* Erling Haaland Triple Captain (03m 20s)
* Man City conundrum (05m 49s)
* Liverpool options (11m 58s)
* Perfect Palmer (18m 27s)
* Class Chris Wood (30m 04s)
* Must-buy Mbeumo? (40m 52s)
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Oct 23, 2024 • 48min
S7 Ep14: FPL Pod: It’s time to talk about Haaland
It was an easily forgettable Gameweek 8 in which we saw the lowest average score of the season, as well as Erling Haaland’s third blank in a row. ❌
Ahead of a Friday deadline, Kelly Somers and the FPL Pod squad discuss the Norwegian’s dip in form, whether to bench or sell Saka and some tempting differential options as fixtures turn for some clubs. 👀
LISTEN 🎧
* A low-scoring week (00m 32s)
* Part company with Saka? (09m 06s)
* One more week for Haaland (22m 00s)
* Wolves options tempting (29m 54s)
* Red hot Raul (38m 18s)
* Differential potentials (41m 20s)
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Oct 22, 2024 • 43min
S3 Ep8: Off The Bench: Moving midfield premiums
The midfield premiums are all starting to step up at the same time so compromises must be made 👑🔥
FPL experts Gianni Buttice and Sam Bonfield consider selling Saka, bringing in Son, and discuss how good Chris Wood has been under Nuno Espirito Santo.
LISTEN 👇
* Selling Saka? (07m 38s)
* Son in (9m 57s)
* Ditching Trent (18m 46s)
* Goalkeeper options (28m 52s)
* Wonderful Chris Wood (33m 15s)
* Palmer v Son (42m 05s)
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Oct 17, 2024 • 48min
S7 Ep13: FPL Pod: Time to back Phil Foden?
With some tasty fixtures coming up for Man City, Kelly Somers and the FPL Pod team discuss whether it’s time to take a punt on Phil Foden 💙🔥
They chat about his differential qualities, if Saka will be back, and whether the Triple Captain chip could be deployed soon.
LISTEN 👇
* Will Saka start? (07m 12s)
* Haaland Triple Captain (12m 49s)
* Punting on Phil Foden (20m 00s)
* Suspension tightrope (32m 08s)
* Differentials (34m 36s)
* Transfers & captains (39m 38s)
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Oct 9, 2024 • 47min
S7 Ep12: FPL Pod: All in on Saka
The international break gives Kelly Somers and the FPL Pod team a chance to review the season so far and just how brilliant Bukayo Saka has been 👑⚽️
They discuss the Arsenal star’s fine form, if you can go without Haaland, and whether it’s time to ditch Ollie Watkins with the fixture swings
LISTEN 👇
* Haaland headache? (07m 11s)
* Letting Liverpool go (12m 36s)
* Star man Saka (22m 17s)
* Fixture swings (32m 32s)
* Who to get at Man City (38m 06s)
* Selling Watkins (42m 12s)
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Oct 7, 2024 • 51min
S3 Ep7: Off The Bench: Is Saka essential?
Arsenal midfielder Bukayo Saka finally delivered on his performances with a massive haul against Southampton ❤️✨
So FPL experts Sam Bonfield and Az Phillips discuss if he is a must-have moving forward, what to do with Man City assets, and how great Mbeumo is.
LISTEN 👇
* Brilliant Brennan (04m 37s)
* Waiting on Brighton (10m 38s)
* Magic Mbeumo (22m 46s)
* Considering losing Liverpool players (29m 20s)
* Super Saka (40m 39s)
* Man City conundrum (45m 30s)
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