Adam and Baker are joined by Chelsea fan Harry for a spicy post-match breakdown and FPL therapy session. From Tottenham’s misery to Gabriel’s dominance, we dive into the highs, lows, and wildcard chaos of the week. 💥 Topics include: Chelsea vs Spurs fallout: Cucurella masterclass, Tottenham’s tactical woes FPL swings: Mateta, Bruno, and the midfield minefield Ownership dynamics: why 10–30% picks are the new battleground Rank volatility and chip strategy heading into the next phase 📊 Whether you’re flying or flailing, this episode’s got the banter, insight, and brutal honesty you need. Support the Show • Become a patron: https://patreon.com/aboveaveragefpl • Rate & review on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favourite platform • Join our Discord for 24/7 FPL banter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Join Adam and Baker as they dive into the latest Fantasy Premier League (FPL) gameweek. This episode covers: Reflections on half-term holidays and their impact on FPL planning. Discussion of recent European football results and their FPL implications. Chip strategy: Bench Boost, Triple Captain, Free Hit – what’s left and how to use them. Shoutouts to supporters and details on community games like FPL Blackjack and Last Man Standing. Deep analysis of captaincy options, projected goals, and player picks for the upcoming gameweek. Debates on transfers, benching dilemmas, and how to maximise points. Listener interaction and advice for making those tough FPL decisions. Whether you’re a seasoned FPL manager or just getting started, tune in for expert insights, banter, and practical tips to help you climb the ranks! Support the Show • Become a patron: https://patreon.com/aboveaveragefpl • Rate & review on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favourite platform • Join our Discord for 24/7 FPL banter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this jam-packed Gameweek 9 First Look, Adam and Baker dive into the chaos of the Premier League and Fantasy Premier League action post-international break. From Mateta’s hat-trick heroics (and somehow underperforming his xG!) to Harry Wilson’s shot-fest, we break down the key moments, transfer hits, and FPL dilemmas that defined the weekend. What’s Inside? - Adam’s holiday FPL blackout and last-minute transfer panic! - Mateta: Are budget strikers like Kroupi the new meta? - Tactical deep dives: Why Saka is the Arsenal must-have. Mini-league updates, shoutouts to our Patreon crew, and a nod to our sponsor, Crypto Block Dan. Plus, we unpack the Bournemouth-Palace madness, Arsenal’s misfiring attack, and Haaland’s consistent xG grind. Support the Show • Become a patron: https://patreon.com/aboveaveragefpl • Rate & review on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favourite platform • Join our Discord for 24/7 FPL banter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Join us for this week's Above Average FPL Podcast!In this episode, Adam and Baker discuss: - The impact of the recent international break on player performance - Standout players like Semenyo and the Newcastle defense - Coming soon! THE PROCESS - with insights from Ivan on long-term strategies and the decision-making process in FPL - Game week scores, including a deep dive into Tottenham's struggles and Arsenal’s strong showing Don’t miss the banter and analysis that can help you navigate your FPL team! Support the Show • Become a patron: https://patreon.com/aboveaveragefpl • Rate & review on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favourite platform • Join our Discord for 24/7 FPL banter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week’s Above Average FPL podcast, Adam and Baker dive deep into the wildcard whirlwind sweeping through Gameweek 7. Baker’s activated his chip and shares the logic behind his early move, while Adam reflects on missed opportunities and the temptation to correct them. Expect tactical insight, chip strategy, and a healthy dose of wildcard fun. - Baker’s wildcard strategy: planning for bench boost and chip flexibility - GW6 learnings and why GW7 feels like the right time to act - Arsenal, Newcastle, Palace – new data, new dilemmas - Gabriel’s 13-point sting and the psychology of FPL mistakes - Salah’s stats: washed or misunderstood? Support the Show • Become a patron: https://patreon.com/aboveaveragefpl • Rate & review on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favourite platform • Join our Discord for 24/7 FPL banter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join Adam & Baker on the Above Average FPL Podcast as they dive into the latest Premier League action! From Haaland’s triple captain dominance to West Ham’s shock managerial change, we break down key FPL talking points, including standout performers like J. Anthony, Sarr, and Minteh. Plus, we discuss wildcard strategies, Arsenal vs. Newcastle, and the Ryder Cup buzz! Support the Show • Become a patron: https://patreon.com/aboveaveragefpl • Rate & review on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favourite platform • Join our Discord for 24/7 FPL banter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to the Above Average FPL Podcast! In this Game Week 6 episode, join hosts Adam and Baker as they dive into the latest Fantasy Premier League strategies, player picks, and chip decisions. 🃏Wildcard Madness: We break down the ultimate wildcard template, featuring top picks like Haaland, Pedro, and defenders like Gabriel and Tarkowski. Is this the week to pull the trigger? 🤕Haaland's Fitness: Will the "big man" Erling Haaland play? We analyze the latest training updates and Pep’s press conference comments to help you decide on that triple captain chip! 🚫Defensive Gems: From Arsenal’s rock-solid Gabriel to budget defenders like Andersen and Senesi, we discuss why defenders are the new FPL goldmine. 🏃‍♂️‍➡️Midfield Locks: Bruno, Reinders, and Semenyo – who are the must-haves, and who could be your differential pick? 📈Fixture Analysis: We look at upcoming fixtures, including Man City’s favorable run and Liverpool’s prospects with Salah and potential ESAC impacts. 🤓Bench Boost & Free Hit Strategies: Planning for Game Week 8 or considering a free hit if Haaland’s out? We’ve got you covered! Shoutouts: A massive thank you to our community for joining the live stream, and a special nod to CryptoBlockDan as always!Join the Conversation: Share your wildcard plans, chip strategies, or who you’re captaining in the comments below! Want to keep the FPL chat going? Patreon link below. Support the Show • Become a patron: https://patreon.com/aboveaveragefpl • Rate & review on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favourite platform • Join our Discord for 24/7 FPL banter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Worst Week Ever — red cards, Defcon chaos. We sit in the aftermath of a brutal Gameweek: rage transfers were made, captain regrets and tactical WTFs across Arsenal, City, Liverpool, Spurs, Villa and more. If your team imploded this weekend, this episode is your therapy.What we cover - Why Defcon is wrecking defender value and changing the meta - Lost team value and the Haaland/Salah dilemma - Arsenal v Man City: how the game unfolded, Haaland’s opener and Saka’s return - Liverpool’s sloppy day and why Mo still matters - Red‑card/VAR moments that decided matches (and refereeing takes) - Cheap punts, bench‑boost logic and who we’d actually pick right now Support the Show • Become a patron: https://patreon.com/aboveaveragefpl • Rate & review on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favourite platform • Join our Discord for 24/7 FPL banter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Adam and Baker return with a Thursday night special ahead of the Saturday deadline, unpacking the tactical trends, injury updates, and betting data that shape Gameweek 5. From Salah’s captaincy credentials to the viability of bench boosting in a historically low clean sheet week, this episode is packed with insight, banter, and a few spicy takes. Key Talking Points: 🧠 GW5 strategy: Bench Boost vs Roll Transfer 🔍 Palmer’s rise & Chelsea’s attacking promise 🛡 Spurs defence: Rotation risks & DefCon potential 📊 Betting odds breakdown: Clean sheets & goal projections 🧩 Wildcard planning for GW6 & GW7 🗣 Listener questions & super chat shoutouts 🏌️‍♂️ Bonus: Ryder Cup chat & Discord community vibes Support the Show • Become a patron: https://patreon.com/aboveaveragefpl • Rate & review on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favourite platform • Join our Discord for 24/7 FPL banter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week’s episode of the Above Average FPL podcast, Adam and Baker return with green arrows and plenty to dissect from a wild GW4: 🟢 Free Hit reflections: what worked, what flopped, and how it stacked up against the field. 🧠 Tactical deep dive: Liverpool’s attacking shape, Salah’s role, and Slot’s system tweaks 📈 Haaland’s non-pen XG dominance and why the Mo + Haaland draft might be inevitable 🧩 Transfer talk: Palmer, Semenyo, Reijnders, and the mid-priced midfield conundrum 🎯 Set-piece masterclass: Spurs’ routines, Romero’s bonus magnetism, and Van de Ven’s threat 📉 Villa’s struggles, Everton’s promise, and which promoted sides are holding their own 💬 Community shoutouts, mini-league updates, and the Beat Baker leaderboard Support the Show • Become a patron: https://patreon.com/aboveaveragefpl • Rate & review on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favourite platform • Join our Discord for 24/7 FPL banter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of the Above Average FPL podcast, Adam and Baker welcome Harry to dive deep into Gameweek 4 strategy. With Free Hits flying and wildcard whispers growing louder, the trio debate chip timing, Liverpool rotation, and the viability of triple attack vs defensive stacks. 🧠 Key Talking Points: - Free Hit builds: Salah, Haaland, and the Liverpool conundrum - Predicted goals and clean sheet data from GW4 betting markets - Arsenal and Palace assets: who’s nailed, who’s risky - Budget picks: Semenyo, Mateta, and the midfield minefield - Transfer dilemmas and chip-saving strategies - Mini-league updates, Discord shoutouts, and whiskey prizes Support the Show • Become a patron: https://patreon.com/aboveaveragefpl • Rate & review on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favourite platform • Join our Discord for 24/7 FPL banter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Adam and Baker are joined by Ivan for an early-season check-in that’s anything but average. With Free Hits flying and Wildcards tempting, the trio unpack the tactical and emotional rollercoaster of early-season FPL. Ivan shares his unique approach to playing without checking rank, while the crew debate the impact of DefCon, chip timing, and the transfer window’s ripple effect. Key Talking Points: • Ivan’s Free Hit strategy and chip sequencing • The rise of DefCon: Are defenders now OP? • Premium dilemmas: Salah, Haaland, and the midfield shuffle • Rank blindness: Ivan’s philosophy and its impact • Transfer chaos and tactical uncertainty • Wildcard timing Support the Show • Become a patron: https://patreon.com/aboveaveragefpl • Rate & review on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favourite platform • Join our Discord for 24/7 FPL banter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on Above Average FPL, Adam and Baker unpack a brutal Gameweek 3 filled with blanks, benchings, and bonus-point heartbreak. From Salah’s continued struggles to Bruno’s last-minute redemption, we explore the tactical trends and FPL implications heading into the international break. 🧠 Key Talking Points: Spurs misery before the break: a tradition like no other Salah’s blank: poor form or systemic issue? Bruno’s 20-point swing and the jam vs skill debate Chelsea’s xG surge and Enzo’s budget appeal Palace’s away form and smash-and-grab tactics Why midfield options feel broken—and what to do about it DefCon breakdowns: Sarr, Anderson, Sinesi, and more Free Hit strategy for GW4 and wildcard timing Support the Show • Become a patron: https://patreon.com/aboveaveragefpl • Rate & review on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favourite platform • Join our Discord for 24/7 FPL banter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome back to the Above Average FPL podcast — Gameweek 3 edition. Adam and Baker dive into the chaos of early-season injuries, dissect fixture odds, and debate captaincy choices in a week full of uncertainty. 🔍 What’s Inside: Injury updates: Palmer, Saka, Frimpong Fixture analysis using market odds Captaincy breakdown: Bruno, João Pedro, Kunja Tactical shifts in the Premier League Free Hit vs Wildcard: when and why Punts of the week: Pedro Neto, Richarlison, Kudus Support the Show • Become a patron: https://patreon.com/aboveaveragefpl • Rate & review on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favourite platform • Join our Discord for 24/7 FPL banter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join Adam and special guest Sam aka FPL Pricey as they dive into reviewing Gameweek 2 of the 2025/26 Premier League season as a First Look to GW3. With Baker off the grid, Adam and Sam cover Key takeaways from Friday’s Chelsea vs. West Ham Tottenham’s tactical masterclass against Man City Arsenal’s depth test after Saka’s injury Promoted sides’ performances: Burnley, Luton, Wolves Fantasy Premier League transfer ideas: when to hold, sell, or wildcard Debate: Bruno Fernandes missed penalty—foul consistency in the box? Free-hit and wildcard strategy around the international break Tune in for insight, banter, and actionable FPL tips heading into GW3! Support the Show • Become a patron: https://patreon.com/aboveaveragefpl • Rate & review on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favourite platform • Join our Discord for 24/7 FPL banter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week’s Above Average FPL audio edition, hosts Adam and Baker deliver a rapid-fire GW2 primer. Expect deep tactical insight, data-driven expected goals analysis and no-nonsense picks. Highlights Tottenham Fumble: Why Spurs’ collapsed deal matters for FPL managers Captain Debate: Haaland, Saka or Salah? Figuring out the optimal armband Fixtures & xG: Who’s projected to score 2+ goals in GW2? Defensive Roundtable: Saliba vs. Gabriel, Frimpong’s injury fallout Budget Power Plays: Best £4.5–£5.5 picks to free up funds Goalkeeper Showdown: Sánchez vs. Dubravka vs. breakout candidates Listener Q&A: Super-chat strategy, bench orders and live-leak panic Patreon Roll Call: Massive thanks to our new patrons this season Sponsor Spotlight: Crypto Block Dan – get 15 min of crypto & Web3 advice Support the Show • Become a patron: https://patreon.com/aboveaveragefpl • Rate & review on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favourite platform • Join our Discord for 24/7 FPL banter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With a view to FPL Gameweek 2 we revisit Gameweek 1 of the 2025/26 Premier League season with all the data, drama and differential gems you need. We deep-dive into: • Reijnders: why Pep’s new £5.5m “Power Reijnders” smashed 10 points on his debut • xG plots: who massively over-performed (and who flopped) • Hot takes: captaincy winners, chips to burn and early template traps • GW2 transfer shortlist: the budget pivots and premium pivots to plug next week Join the conversation on Discord and support the show → ⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/aboveaveragefpl Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices