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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 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

21 Syys 1h 45min

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

18 Syys 54min

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

15 Syys 1h 59min

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

11 Syys 1h 11min

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

7 Syys 1h 33min

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

31 Elo 1h 45min

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

27 Elo 43min

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

24 Elo 1h 45min