FPL Pod

The first part of Double Gameweek 26 is complete, ahead of a weekend of FA Cup action, and it was one that left managers with a few questions to answer 🤔🃏🤔 So Kelly Somers and the FPL Pod team run through the points so far, discussing Arsenal's underwhelming returns at Brentford, who to target at Bournemouth, and the three best picks from Man City. LISTEN * Chelsea conundrum (05m 05s) * Bournem...

The first Double Gameweek of the season is upon us and FPL managers are getting excited at the points on offer 🤑🤤🤑 So Kelly Somers and the FPL Pod team discuss the best players to pick, if it’s a good time to use a chip, and whether we should be investing in Cole Palmer yet. LISTEN  * Backing Bruno (10m 44s) * Best Arsenal picks (13m 48s) * Waiting on Palmer (21m 32s) * Haaland returns (34m 05s...

We have confirmation of the first Double Gameweek of the season following the EFL Cup semi-finals, so it’s time to get planning 🤤🧐🧐 Kelly Somers and the FPL Pod team look at the popular players from those sides with two games, the new arrivals in the transfer window, and how Erling Haaland is no longer a guaranteed captaincy pick. LISTEN  * Double Gameweek announced (07m 08s) * Best Arsenal tri...

With Man Utd’s stunning improvement under Michael Carrick, the form of Bruno Fernandes is hard to ignore, especially as captain while Erling Haaland continues to struggle in front of goal ⚽️👹⚽️ So FPL experts Harry Daniels and Lee Bonfield discuss whether the midfielder deserves the armband full-time, going with two Chelsea attackers, and how Nordi Mukiele could go down in FPL history. LISTEN...

It’s the hottest topic this Gameweek as FPL managers decide whether to try and capitalise on the favourable fixture changes by using their Wildcard now or save it for later 📈🃏📈 So Kelly Somers and the FPL Pod team discuss the best players to go after, how to juggle the midfield spots, as well as if we’re starting to have a problem with Erling Haaland. LISTEN  * European review (04m 50s) * Chels...

FPL managers were left shocked to see popular picks like Erling Haaland, Phil Foden and Hugo Ekitike on the bench in Gameweek 23, while other, less well-owned players racked up the points 😱📉😱 So FPL experts Sam Bonfield and Tom Johnson take a look at where you can freshen up your attacking options, including a Man Utd double, the return of Joao Pedro and what other forwards to consider. LISTEN...

After four blanks in his past five Premier League matches, Erling Haaland is starting to cause FPL managers a headache or two as they wonder what to do with the star forward 📉🤖📉 So Kelly Somers and the FPL Pod team review his recent performances, the wider problems at Man City, and look ahead to the favourable fixture changes in Gameweek 24. LISTEN  * European review (04m 19s) * Haaland dilemma...

With players returning from AFCON and favourable fixtures coming up, the instant reaction to Michael Carrick’s arrival as head coach against rivals Man City has pulled Man Utd players back into consideration 🔴🧐⚫️ So FPL experts Az Phillips and Oscar, aka FPL Focal, discuss options at Old Trafford, if it’s tell to sell Saka, and who to invest in at Chelsea. LISTEN 👇 * Man Utd midfielders (02m 1...

It’s time to consider a midfield shake-up as Cup football finishes, the transfer window gets into full swing, and players return from AFCON 🤑🔄🤤 So Kelly Somers and the FPL Pod team discuss Semenyo’s move to Man City, selling Bukayo Saka, and the trio offer a deep dive into Sam’s Wildcard team. LISTEN 👇 * Cup review (02m 24s) * AFCON latest (05m 50s) * Staying on Semenyo (08m 44s) * Sam’s Wildc...

The final Gameweek of a busy set of festive fixtures is almost complete, ahead of an FA Cup weekend, but it’s been a huge few days as drastic changes are made 😮🚨😮 Kelly Somers and the FPL Pod team look at the managerial moves at Chelsea and Man Utd, why it could be time to mix up your Man City assets, and there’s a surprise Chip activated by one of our pundits. LISTEN 👇 * Manager changes (05m...

More midweek matches are upon us as we near the end of the festive fixtures, but rotation and the absence of some popular players has got FPL managers looking to change up their squads 🤷‍♀️🤔🤷 So Kelly Somers and the FPL Pod team debate Declan Rice’s importance after his incredible haul while Bukayo Saka sat on the bench, what to do with Hugo Ekitike after he was missing from Liverpool’s team, a...

The return of Gabriel means FPL managers are rethinking their Arsenal ownership as they try to bring in the Brazilian defender once again ❤️🇧🇷❤️ So Kelly Somers and the FPL Pod team look at how to optimise your Arsenal investment, the best trio to own, and discuss what to do with Chelsea assets following Enzo Maresca’s departure. LISTEN 👇 * Chelsea changes (04m 20s) * Everton options (14m 00s) *...

For the first time this season, it’s become a bit clearer which Liverpool attackers to focus on and bring in 🔴📈🔴 So Kelly Somers and the FPL Pod team discuss the Wirtz and Ekitike double-up, why Rice is proving crucial for Arsenal, and how it’s time to switch up your defensive options. LISTEN 👇 * Man Utd defence (08m 10s) * Rice, Rice baby (17m 18s) * Investing in Liverpool (26m 59s) * Palace...

Just as managers were getting a settled midfield line-up, Man Utd’s Bruno Fernandes picked up an injury that could see him miss a lot of the festive fixtures. So Kelly Somers and the FPL Pod team look at his possible replacements, highlighting Morgan Rogers’ fine form, and which teams have the most favourable fixtures in the next month. LISTEN 👇 * Bye bye Bruno (05m 40s) * Mighty Morgan Rogers (0...

A template midfield is forming around three premium assets, but is that about to be challenged by other picks and which other budget options can we rely on? 🧐💪🤔 Kelly Somers and the FPL Pod team discuss all that, if Cole Palmer may complicate matters, and they provide a timely reminder about your remaining Chips. LISTEN 👇 * European round-up (07m 21s) * Midfield power trio (11m 25s) * Palmer p...

Another Gameweek, another decent return from the growing group of midfielders who are hitting form all at the same time 🤤⚽️🤑 Cole Palmer reminded managers of his ability, while Harry Wilson and Bruno Fernandes continued their remarkable run. So FPL experts Az Philips and Lee Bonfield go through the best options and the emergence of other forward picks to consider. LISTEN 👇 * Exciting Ekitike (...

FPL managers now have five Free Transfers to help them react to any of their players departing for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), but what’s the best way to use this early Christmas gift? 🔄🌍🔄 Kelly Somers and the FPL Pod team discuss their plans, who to target, and how to overcome injuries to some of the most popular picks in the game. LISTEN 👇 * Five Free Transfers (06m 26s) * Arsenal ass...

Bruno Fernandes topped the Gameweek 15 points and is returning to form ahead of an appetising set of Man Utd fixtures 🔴🤤🔴 So FPL experts Giani Buttice and Sam Bonfield discuss his improvements, how Foden is hot property, and why it might be worth getting another Crystal Palace defender. LISTEN 👇 * Brilliant Bruno (03m 25s) * Foden fortunes (08m 06s) * Aston Villa options (18m 30s) * Palace def...

Phil Foden is proving a popular purchase for FPL managers after his consecutive double-digit returns 🔵🤑🔵 So Kelly Somers and the FPL Pod team discuss the Man City midfielder's recent rise in form, how Aston Villa are also enjoying a golden patch, and provide an important reminder to use all of your transfers this Gameweek. LISTEN 👇 * Fantastic Foden (06m 08s) * Semenyo sale (16m 03s) * Villa o...

It’s the start of December, which means only one thing: festive fixtures. And lots of them ⚽️🎁🎄⚽️ So Kelly Somers and the FPL Pod team dissect what happened at the weekend and look ahead to the midweek matches, including whether Isak is going to become the main man at Liverpool. LISTEN 👇 * Chip fail (00m 30s) * Selling Bournemouth assets? (13m 22s) * Palace problems (24m 29s) * Isak over Sala...

Tasty returns are potentially on the menu for FPL managers in Gameweek 13, with many activating a chip to try and gain those extra points 🍟🤑🍟 So Kelly Somers and the FPL Pod team go through each Chip, which ones are proving popular, and how to make the most of them this weekend. LISTEN 👇 * European round-up (07m 10s) * What to do with Chips (9m 25s) * Triple Captain picks (19m 36s) * Sam Free...

Popular picks experienced a challenging Gameweek, as Haaland and Semenyo left FPL managers disappointed, which also saw Mateta subbed off before the hour mark 📉🦅 📉 So FPL experts Harry Daniels and Oscar, aka FPL Focal, discuss the Crystal Palace forward, whether Eze is worth considering, and the emergence of Forest assets. LISTEN 👇 * Chelsea conundrum (03m 35s) * Semenyo stalling (06m 46s) * F...

The international break has thrown us FPL managers a few headaches with some popular picks now flagged as injured 🔄🤕🔄 So Ian Irving, back in the hot seat for this Gameweek, and the FPL Pod team discuss the possibility of a Free Hit to solve your short-term worries, who might be worth letting go of, and potential replacements. LISTEN 👇 * International round-up (04m 22s) * Free Hit pick (8m 21s)...

With the international break upon us, it’s time to take stock and review how things have gone so far this season 🙇📉📈🙇 So Kelly Somers and the FPL Pod team look at whether it’s best to avoid the tempting Liverpool fixtures, what to do with players taking part in AFCON, and how best to use your final Chips. LISTEN 👇 * Lessons learnt (09m 20s) * Liverpool fixtures (10m 50s) * DEFCON delight (14m...

It was a disappointing FPL weekend, as Gameweek 11 ended up becoming the lowest average points so far this season 📉🤯📉 Highly-owned players Erling Haaland and Antoine Semenyo both missed penalties and other popular picks struggled for returns. So FPL experts Az Phillips and Lee Bonfield discuss who they’re backing to come good again and potential players to recruit. LISTEN 👇 * Sticking by Saka...