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We’re up and running! GW1 is done and dusted, and now it’s time to look ahead to GW2!👇 Don’t forget to join my Mini Leagues – links are at the bottom! 👇In this video, I review how GW1 went for my team and share my early thoughts and plans for GW2.Hot topics this week include:Bristol City: genuinely good, or was it just a poor Sheff Utd showing? Is Akpom a threat to Sammie Szmodics? Did any of th...

Just Over a Week to Go – Time to Get Serious! With the big Kick Off just around the corner, I’m here to (hopefully) help bring some clarity to your FPL chaos… or add to it In today’s episode:3 draft teams to help guide your decisionsKey player debatesWho's locked in, who's a 50/50, and who's a definite noDrop your answers in the comments:Who’s been a lock in your team since day one? Wh...

👇 Join my Mini Leagues – Links are at the bottom! 👇In today’s video, I’m walking you through a few draft versions of my Dream Team as I prep for the season ahead. Whether you're a seasoned player or just jumping in, you’ll find:Player tipsFormation strategiesBudget-friendly hidden gemsLast year was my first season back in a while, and I pulled off a solid 26k finish. Not bad at all — but thi...

Deadline Countdown: 4 Days and 12 Hours to Go! It’s getting real now, I’m buzzing with excitement!👇 Join my Mini Leagues – Links are at the bottom! 👇In today’s video, I walk you through a few of my latest drafts and reveal my final decisions ahead of the all-important deadline on Friday evening. Hot topics include:Sakamoto vs Rudoni? Is Davis a smart starter? Are Leicester and Ipswich triple-ups...

Time for a Q&A!In this episode, I dive into your questions from across FPL, Dream Team, and Gaffr. Whether you're here for tips, strategy, or just some mildly caffeinated rambling, there's something for you. What’s inside:My lingering AFCON rant – still not over it. Early hype around a new gameA fresh take on chip strategy and how you could play it differently this season. Your turn:Go...

With price reveals dropping and the new season fast approaching, I thought I'd jump on today to share some early thoughts, especially on chips, since we get four to use between GW1–19!I'll also (very briefly) touch on some of the new changes. Expect a little venting, a little planning, and maybe some food for thought as you prep your squad. In this episode:AFCON rant – Yep, still not over...

After the great response to my recent #gaffr episode where I built squads using only premium picks per position, I’m back, this time diving into the #dreamteam version! In today’s video, I break down four different squad structures to get your creativity going ahead of the new season:A Premium Defence XIA Midfield-Dominant BuildA Striker-Heavy SetupA Well-Balanced SquadI talk through the pros, con...

The Sun Dream Team is back for the 2025 season – and it’s time to dive in! We’ve got confirmed player prices, some surprising value picks, and a few new rules that could shake things up this year. Whether you're a total beginner or a seasoned veteran, this video will get you up to speed. In today’s episode, I break down everything you need to know to get started:The rules of the game (includin...

The wait is over — GAFFR is officially live! Prices are locked in, the drafts are flying, and I’m here to lend a hand with your team-building journey. In today’s video, I walk you through 4 different squad builds to help spark your thinking:A Premium Defence teamA Midfield-heavy setupA Striker-focused squadAnd a Balanced XIWhether you’re a GAFFR veteran or just dipping your toes into EFL Fantasy,...

And then there were two… it’s Final time! Was 1,000th the goal? Nope.500th? Not quite. Top 100? Still dreaming. At this point, cracking the top 5,000 looks like the real target... yeah, we’ve all been there! In this episode, I break down all the key moments from the Semi-Finals — the good, the bad, and the downright brutal. I’ll also preview what’s ahead in the big finale and reveal how my squad i...

Down to the Final Four! The semi-finals are here, and suddenly the top 500 feels like ancient history... could top 1K be the new target? In this episode, I break down all the key moments from the quarter-finals and preview what’s to come in the crucial final stages of the tournament:Which differentials delivered this week? Did I nail my semi-final predictions? I pick 3 players from each team leftD...

We're down to the final 8 — the quarter-finals are here! Another green arrow for the squad, but can we break into the top 500 before it’s all over? In this episode, I recap all the key action from the Round of 16 and look ahead to the business end of the tournament:How my differentials performedWho I’m backing to reach the semisOne punt-worthy player from each remaining teamDrop your thoughts...

Welcome to the very first Gaffr Pod on the new channel! The Championship fixtures are out, and I couldn’t be more excited. In this kick off episode, we take a look at the opening nine games, chat about standout players, and dive into a wildly speculative first draft — all with a healthy dose of self-awareness! Fair warning: I don’t claim to be a Gaffr expert (unless we’re talking about Super Leagu...

The Round of 16 is here! Matchday 3 is in the books — and once again, they call me Mr. Consistent! In this episode, I break down everything from MD3, including:How my differentials performedWhether they deserved a spot in the XIAnd what’s coming next in the Round of 16I’ve nailed 4 out of 5 differentials every week so far… are you even paying attention? Drop your thoughts in the comments:– How did...

MD2 Wildcard didn’t exactly go to plan... and now MD3 is shaping up to be way tougher than I expected. In this episode, I break down everything from Matchday 2 — the good, the bad, and the questionable decisions. We’ll go over how my differentials performed, whether they should’ve made the XI, and what’s next for Matchday 3.Are you backing my picks? Some of those differentials really paid off! Dro...

Matchday 1 is behind us and now it’s time to reflect, react, and get ready for Matchday 2. In this episode:A full breakdown of my MD1 resultsMy differentials — should they have been in the actual XI? Is it Wildcard time already? We’ll look at the upcoming fixtures, identify key picks and differentials for MD2, and talk chips, captaincy, and early strategies. Let me know in the comments:How did you...

The Premier League fixtures are out, and that’s literally all we’ve got! Which means it’s time for that glorious (and slightly maddening) tradition: trying to build an #FPL team with barely any real information. In this episode, I break down the first six gameweeks, ranked by difficulty (thanks to ⁨@FFScout_⁩), and draft a way-too-early squad based purely on instinct and hopeful price predictions....

You knew the team leaks and tampering weren’t done yet… and yep, someone’s picked up a knock! Join my League: https://play.fifa.com/fantasy/join-le...League Code: CVDNK0X6In this episode, I break down each group and who’s most likely to qualify, highlight 3 key players (plus a cheeky differential) from every top team, reveal my final Matchday 1 squad (for real this time), and explain why I’ve drop...

Matchday 1, FIFA Club World Cup style! Join my League here: https://play.fifa.com/fantasy/join-league/CVDNK0X6Code: CVDNK0X6In this episode, I break down my squad for Matchday 1 of the FIFA Club World Cup, going through every player, including their season stats, clean sheet potential to expected goals and standout differentials. It’s time to go all in on this short, high-stakes tournament. Whethe...

This is it, my second, WORST FPL SEASON! In this video, I break down everything that went wrong, from early wildcard disasters to differential disasters. It's been a humbling season, but there are lessons to take into the next one. Whether you’ve had a shocker yourself or just want to enjoy the chaos of my FPL missteps, this one’s for you. Topics Covered:Final RankChip UsePlayer Highs/LowsCapt...

Craig & Darren take you through the final GW of the season. It's been a long and tough season for one of them.... GW38 Top Picks are the topic for this one, enjoy. Hey Everyone, Darren here! StreamYard has helped us set ourselves apart from other podcasts this season and create something unique whilst not sacrificing our brand. Try it out on the link below for some free credit. Want to cre...

Darren, Martyn and Craig look at the final four GWs of the FPL season and attempt to highlight some differential picks to help managers gain in rank. Hey Everyone, Darren here! StreamYard has helped us set ourselves apart from other podcasts this season and create something unique whilst not sacrificing our brand. Try it out on the link below for some free credit. Want to create live streams like...

Darren, Martyn and Craig discuss the main talking points ahead of FPL GW30.With some potential premiums returning from injury, and a big premium a doubt, the guys discuss the run to the end of the season. Hey Everyone, Darren here! StreamYard has helped us set ourselves apart from other podcasts this season and create something unique whilst not sacrificing our brand. Try it out on the link below...

Craig has a look at how Thomas Tuchel may look to advance the tactics of the England football team and how he could set up in future matches. Hey Everyone, Darren here! StreamYard has helped us set ourselves apart from other podcasts this season and create something unique whilst not sacrificing our brand. Try it out on the link below for some free credit. Want to create live streams like this? Ch...

Darren, Martyn and Craig all have different issues going into FPL GW28. Players are suspended, players are injury risks, players are soon blanking. What's the plan from here? Hey Everyone, Darren here! StreamYard has helped us set ourselves apart from other podcasts this season and create something unique whilst not sacrificing our brand. Try it out on the link below for some free credit. Want...