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Never dodge episodes after poor results.
Honest reflections on tough scores: Baker grinding out 36 points, Adam scraping a small green arrow thanks to Enzo and Thiago.
Transfer talk: Gabriel debate fizzles, Munoz vs Van Dijk, and Adam’s continued “curse” of breaking players.
Free Hit strategy: weighing one‑week upside vs crowd risk, with Liverpool assets central to the conversation.
Triple Captain chip: 64% of top 10k have used it, leaving big opportunities for Haaland or Bruno in upcoming fixtures.
Looking ahead: Gameweek 14 spotlight on Man United, Haaland fit again, Leeds
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Arsenal defender Gabriel is injured, he surely has to go before
FPL GW12 deadline!⚽ FPL IS BACK—and chaos reigns!
Adam & Baker dive into the post-international break madness: mystery injuries, snowstorms, and Scotland’s World Cup buzz 🇸🇨. Gabriel’s gone, Arsenal’s defence is a puzzle, and Liverpool’s set-piece roulette is in full swing. Who do you trust? Who do you drop? And who’s next on Adam’s cursed transfer list?🔥
Topics include:
- Arsenal defender fallout: Timber, Calafiori, Mosquera?
- Raya vs. risk: stick or twist?
- Liverpool’s corner conundrum—Salah or Szoboszlai?
- Scotland’s wild week & Footstock nostalgia
- FPL strategy: doubling down or dodging disaster
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Welcoming back Andy from Let's Talk FPL we look at GW11 with an early eye on GW12 and beyond.
- 🎯 Gameweek 11 carnage — bench boosts flopped, penalties missed, and zombie teams rising from the dead
- 📈 Adam smashes a 10k gameweek rank while Baker and Andy scramble to keep up
- 🧠 Chip strategy dissected: who's holding, who's burning, and why GW13 could be the turning point
- ⚽ Penalty psychology breakdown — is Haaland too predictable from the spot?
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GW11, could it be time to use the Bench Boost?
Quick highlights from tonight’s stream with Adam & Baker: captain debate, bench‑boost decisions, transfers and community news.
👉 Captaincy: Haaland vs Chelsea/Arsenal options (Jalpedra, Enzo, Bruno, Bowen) — high variance week.
👉 Fixtures: City vs Liverpool headline; many 1.0–1.6 xG matches make predictions tough.
👉 Chelsea & Arsenal: Chelsea leads on xG; Arsenal defence hugely influential and heavily owned this week.
👉 Bench boost: Raya, Enzo, Gabriel, Saka discussed — Alderete’s fitness is decisive.
👉 Transfers: FH/Wildcard ideas (Cucurella, James, Enzo) and planning for GW13/City fixtures.
👉 Community: Mug giveaway winners announced; Patreon/Discord shoutouts.
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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.
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Another chaotic FPL weekend, another therapy session 🎢. Adam and Baker dive into the highs and lows of Gameweek 9—red arrows, rogue transfers, and the Mickey van de Ven DEFCON moment that flipped ranks across the board. We unpack our scores, defend our decisions (sort of), and preview what’s ahead in Gameweek 10.
💬 Topics this week:
- DCL vs Rodon: the bittersweet bet
- Spurs WhatsApp chaos and context-free banter
- Michael Keane regret and the art of deflection
- Bruno’s blank and United’s attacking shape
- Salt & pepper chips vs curry house etiquette 🍟
- Discord league shoutouts and whiskey prizes 🥃
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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!
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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.
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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!
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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?
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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!
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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.
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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excellent pod. thank you chaps
OMG you guys just re picked my team 😭🤣👏