FPL Pod
Welcome to the FPL Pod. Join Kelly Somers, Julien Laurens and Sam Bonfield ahead of each Gameweek as they 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. Hit the subscribe button to ensure you never miss an episode. Follow us on X Like us on Facebook Join the FPL Pod team's mini-league: xy6xpl
Episodes
The first Double Gameweek of the season proved an underwhelming experience for FPL managers as heavily-backed Arsenal drew both their fixtures 🙃🔴🙃
So Kelly Somers and the FPL Pod team are here to brighten your day as they discuss what to do with Arsenal assets, who best to invest in at Liverpool, and look ahead to future Blanks and Doubles.
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* Selling Arsenal assets (06m 29s)
* Holding onto Haaland (14m 46s)
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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.
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* Chelsea conundrum (05m 05s)
* Bournemouth options (10m 16s)
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.
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* Backing Bruno (10m 44s)
* Best Arsenal picks (13m 48s)
* Waiting on Palmer (21m 32s)
* Haaland returns (34m 05s)
* Differential...
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.
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* Double Gameweek announced (07m 08s)
* Best Arsenal trio (08m 09s)
* Transfer...
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.
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* Double Chelsea (04m 07s)
* ...
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.
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* European review (04m 50s)
* Chelsea investment (10m 42s)
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.
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* Farewell Foden (05m 39s)
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.
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* European review (04m 19s)
* Haaland dilemma (06m 21s)
* Chelsea c...
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.
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* Man Utd midfielders (02m 16s)
* Chelsea commitment (08m ...
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.
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* Cup review (02m 24s)
* AFCON latest (05m 50s)
* Staying on Semenyo (08m 44s)
* Sam’s Wildcard reveal (15m 51s)
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.
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* Manager changes (05m 48s)
* Thiago must have (15m ...
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, and if it’s time to ge...
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.
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* Chelsea changes (04m 20s)
* Everton options (14m 00s)...
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.
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* Man Utd defence (08m 10s)
* Rice, Rice baby (17m 18s)
* Investing in Liverpool (26m 59s)
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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.
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* Bye bye Bruno (05m 40s)
* Mighty Morgan Rogers (09m 07s...
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.
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* European round-up (07m 21s)
* Midfield power trio (11m 25s)
* Pal...
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.
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* Exciting Ekitike (05m ...
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.
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* Five Free Transfers (06m 26s)
* Arsenal assets (1...
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.
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* Brilliant Bruno (03m 25s)
* Foden fortunes (08m 06s)
* Aston Villa options (18m 30s)
* Palace def...
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.
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* Fantastic Foden (06m 08s)
* Semenyo sale (16m 03s)
* Vi...
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