Planet FPL - The Fantasy Football Podcast

On James live stream, plenty of FPL dilemmas covered ahead of the GW8 Deadline where many managers are on Wildcard. There's advice for those looking to sell Erling Haaland, captaincy for the weekend covered, James discusses the Tottenham player he desperately wants but can't get to, the transfer he has made this week, why the Wildcard isn't right for him and plenty more... Tomorrow on Planet FPL:...

James is joined by Wolves fan Bradley Parker and Aston Villa fan Lee Jackson on this week's Clash of the Correspondents ahead of Sunday's meeting between the two at Molineux. There's reflection on Julen Lopetegui's eve of season departure from Wolves, thoughts on Gary O'Neil so far and why for Villa fans it still feels like the honeymoon period is continuing with Unai Emery. Plus, lots of FPL rele...

Suj and James discuss all the latest for Sky Fantasy Football ahead of a weekend where for many assets there's a case to buy, but also a case to wait. There's discussion on captaincy for Saturday, with Heung-Min Son on mind, and if Sunday is the sort of day where you can gamble and take on Erling Haaland as he visits The Emirates. There's discussion on Marvellous Nakamaba and Jordan Beyer followin...

In an extension of yesterday's main Podcast Suj and James discuss when is best to Wildcard and why for many the time will be now. There's chat on the possibility of Wildcarding over the next 3 weeks, awareness of fixture swings, drafts with and without Erling Haaland and Mo Salah. And there's a look at Wildcarding in late December around Manchester City's GW18 Blank and the possible GW20 Double. T...

Suj and James review all the football so far in Gameweek 7 which featured huge controversy, particularly at White Hart Lane with Luis Diaz having a goal disallowed which was clearly onside.  James sets a 10 minute timer to explain anger at what was arguably the worst piece of refereeing in Premier League history, despite the fact victory took Tottenham up to second. The rant is followed by discuss...

James is joined by new Women's Football Correspondent Lauren Harris to Preview the Women's Super League season which kicks off on Sunday. Can anyone dethrone Chelsea? Can Aston Villa breach the Big 4? Can Bristol City stay up? There's discussion on the league's ambitions for gworth, this year's likely reform and the ongoing debate arounnd kick off times and how best to maximise exposure for the ga...

It's a Double Gameweek special on Clash of the Correspondents as James is joined by Luton Town fan Dan Ashby and Burnley fan Jack Toner to discuss the latest at their clubs and the all important FPL assets ahead of the two clubs meeting next Tuesday at Kenilworth Road which is part of a Double Gameweek for both. Is Carlton Morris the standout captaincy option from the two clubs and if so is it wor...

On the Sky Fantasy Football Podcast Suj & James look ahead to an important week in Sky Fantasy and whether it's worth investing in the three single gamedays, Nottingham Forest v Brentford, Fulham v Chelsea and Luton v Burnley. Plus, reflection on the week that was, who was bought to replace Rodri, solutions for those who own Nicolas Jackson, what if Bukayo Saka or James Maddison are ruled out, cla...

Suj and James Review all the Gameweek 6 footie which concluded with Newcastle's 8-0 mauling of Sheffield United that caused wild swings for many fantasy managers as defensive Newcastle assets returned big. James has gone early on another -4 and reveals reasons for why, whilst for Suj a defensive change looks to be forthcoming. But consciousness of Liverpool and Mo Salah remains a problem for any n...

James is joined by Bournemouth fan Neil Grover and Arsenal fan Adam Pritchard to discuss the latest at their clubs and the FPL assets within them in the first of two Clash of the Correspondents this week. The Cherries remain winless under Andoni Iraola but they've had a tough run of fixtures and have only lost to teams within the current top 4. Is there case for optimism still on the South Coast a...

On James's live stream this morning on YouTube much of the talk focuses on this week's big transfer target Julian Alvarez. Has James bought? And should others? Plus, discussion on weekend benching headaches, thinking longer term is advised for those on Wildcard, if Tottenham assets should be held ahead of the North London Derby and lots more... including what a non owner should do if they DON'T ha...

James is joined by Liverpool fan Dan Lord and West Ham fan Chris Stone to discuss both clubs positive start to the season and the all important FPL assets from them ahead of positive fixture swings coming up for both clubs. There's discussion on the importance of Mo Salah to FPL managers, best second Liverpool forward and whether Trent Alexander-Arnold will be worth investing in. Alphonse Areola l...

It was a strong week for Suj and James in Sky Fantasy as the climb in rank continues. What's working? What's not? There's discussion on the announced November TV dates that leads to conversation on a potential Wolves-Burnley single gameday on December 5th which James realises mid flow CAN'T happen! Does that impact longer term Burnley thinking for those who didn't invest on Monday? Plus, weekend c...

How much should Fantasy managers be concerned about upcoming rotation? There's a look at 'rest' days' in the upcoming calendar for those playing in the Champions League and why Sunday games could cause particular concerns for the Europa qualifiers. Does the threat or rotation help or hinder those who wish to take Haaland on during City's difficult run? Are concerns over Newcastle rotation overplay...

Suj & James discuss the 9 games at the weekend in what was a difficult Gameweek 5 for many Fantasy managers as the majority of favoured players underwhelmed, including Tottenham players despite the dramatic late victory against Sheffield United. What's wrong with Manchester United and Chelsea? Have FPL managers got to bin the likes of Marcus Rashford, Ben Chilwell and Nicolas Jackson? Plus, there...

On James' live stream this afternoon, inevitable questions on Tottenham assets covered, including how important is it to buy Son and if he should be captained, Porro vs Udogie and the importance of knowing what we get from Maddison. Plus, who's expendable if investing in Tottenham? The importance of considering outcomes before purchasing, when might the Wildcard be of best use and lots more... Tom...

James is joined by Newcastle fan Simon Bibby and Brentford fan Tom Medd to discuss the latest at their clubs, the all important FPL assets at them and preview the Saturday evening meeting at St James's Park. 3 defeats on the bounce for Newcastle have caused alarm, but have the performances been more concerning? The Bees are unbeaten, but also drawn all 3 home games. Should they be pleased with the...

Suj rejoins James on the Sky Fantasy Football Podcast discuss latest transfer plans and the impact the rearranged Luton-Burnley October 3rd meeting has on our thinking ahead of Burnley's immediate single gameday trip to Nottingham Forest on Monday. Is Taiwo Awoniyi still the best Forest player to invest in? Do Burnley now have preference? Why Brentford ownership could unltimately decide Monday's i...

On a special Championship edition of Clash of the Correspondents James is joined by Southampton fan Matt Samuel and Leicester fan Aaron Lagor to discuss the latest at their clubs ahead of the Friday night meeting at St Mary's between the two favourites for promotion back to the Premier League. How important is an instant return to the Premier League for both clubs? There's discussion on new manage...

Clayton joins James for a discussion on what we've learned so far, what we still need to understand and what impact the announcement of the Luton-Burnley fixture should have on Fantasy managers in the build up to Double Gameweek 7. Best Luton and Burnley assets covered, awareness of upcoming positive fixture swings that are coming up, particularly for Liverpool and Aston Villa, weariness of rotati...

On James' live stream this afternoon lots of FPL questions covered, including how the Luton-Burnley Double Gameweek 7 should impact managers thinking, the consciousness of Liverpool assets with a fixture swing on the horizon, best sacrifices for those who want Heung-Min Son, upcoming captaincies and inevitably Tottenham chat including on Destiny Udogie and Pedro Porro... Today on Patreon: Being Da...

James is joined by Manchester United fan Gary Robinson and Brighton fan Sam Murray to discuss the latest at their clubs, the all important FPL assets at them and preview the GW5 meeting at Old Trafford. United, never feel more than one bad results away from crisis. Are on the pitch concerns now adding to issues the club have faced off the pitch? What can Brighton do to outwit low block opponents s...

James is joined by Clayton for his Sky Fantasy Podcast debut and he's in his first season of playing but finding it difficult to adjust to the style of Sky Fantasy management. Can James help open Clayton's mind to exploiting key fixtures gains and principles of what works in Sky Management? Plus, fixture adjustments in September and October and what the fallout of that means including the conseque...

On the first of four Clash of the Correspondents during the International break James is joined by Nottingham Forest fan Mark Sutherns and Burnley fan Jack Toner to discuss the latest at their clubs and preview the Gameweek 5 Monday Night Football at The City Ground. It's been a promising start for Forest and Saturday's victory at Stamford Bridge has left them in the top half despite the very diff...

Suj and James review all the GW4 games that included three hat-tricks, one for Erling Haaland (naturally!), while Heung-Min Son and Evan Ferguson also posted a treble. And neither are even the 'son' that causes the most heated debate on this Podcast! But for Sonny, back through the middle at Turf Moor, he looked back his best and it's Sheffield United next for Tottenham who Burnley a happy, happy...