FPL Pod

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

January 8, 2026 45 mins

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 ...

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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, and if it’s time to ge...
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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.

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* Chelsea changes (04m 20s)
* Everton options (14m 00s)...
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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.

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* Man Utd defence (08m 10s)
* Rice, Rice baby (17m 18s)
* Investing in Liverpool (26m 59s)
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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.

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* Bye bye Bruno (05m 40s)
* Mighty Morgan Rogers (...
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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.

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* European round-up (07m 21s)
* Midfield power trio (11m 25s)
* Pal...
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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.

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* Exciting Ekitike (05m ...
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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.

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* Five Free Transfers (06m 26s)
* Arsenal as...
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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.

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* Brilliant Bruno (03m 25s)
* Foden fortunes (08m 06s)
* Aston Villa options (18m 30s)
* Palace def...
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December 4, 2025 43 mins
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.

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* Fantastic Foden (06m 08s)
* Semenyo sale (16m 03s)
* Vi...
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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.

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* Chip fail (00m 30s)
* Selling Bournemouth assets? (13m 22s)
* Palace problems (24m 29s)
* Isak ov...
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November 27, 2025 42 mins
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.

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* European round-up (07m 10s)
* What to do with Chips (9m 25s)
* Triple Captain picks (19m 36s)
* ...
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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.

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* Chelsea conundrum (03m 35s)
* Semenyo stalling (06m 46s)
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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.

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* International round-up (04m 22s)
* Free Hit pick (8m 21s...
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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.

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* Lessons learnt (09m 20s)
* Liverpool fixtures (10m 50s)
* DEFCON delight...
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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.

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* Sticking by Saka (0...
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With Arsenal performing so well, FPL managers are heavily invested in the Gunners but are we picking the right trio? 🔴🔴🔴

Kelly Somers and the FPL Pod team discuss the best Arsenal strategy, if we should be taking money out of our midfield and reinvesting elsewhere, and look ahead to the upcoming fixture swing.

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* Best Arsenal triple-up (07m 26s)
* Rice over Saka (13m 16s)
* Defens...
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Erling Haaland is enjoying a remarkable season and so are all of his FPL owners, but outside of the Norwegian forward, it’s difficult to know which Man City team-mate to pick 🔵💪🔵

FPL experts Harry Daniels and Sam Bonfield look at the options, whether we should mix up our forward line, and if there’s a less obvious third pick to bring in from Arsenal.

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* Joao Pedro headache (10m 13s)
*...
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October 30, 2025 42 mins
While more funds are being piled into the defence as we go big at the back, it means cheaper forward options are required, and the most popular purchase is Crystal Palace’s Jean-Philippe Mateta 🦅🔴🔵

So Kelly Somers and the FPL Pod team discuss whether you should invest in the Frenchman, why four in defence is so important, and if it’s time to start looking at Man Utd assets.

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* Four at the...
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With many FPL managers having invested heavily in their front line, now might be the time to release funds by swapping to a cheap third forward and utilising that money elsewhere 🤑📈🤑

So FPL experts Gianni Buttice and Prasun Singhal look at the bargain options up top and where those new found funds could then be used to give your team a boost.

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* Liverpool dilemma (02m 40s)
* Magical M...
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