Best Sam Bonfield Podcasts (2026)

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S8 Ep27: FPL Pod: Managers face selection headaches 46:38

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5h ago46:38

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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 Ekitik…

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S8 Ep26: FPL Pod: Optimising your Arsenal investment 42:56

15m ago42:56

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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. LISTEN 👇 * Chelsea…

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S8 Ep25: FPL Pod: The Ekitike and Wirtz double-up 46:24

2h ago46:24

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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. LISTEN 👇 * Man Utd defence (08m 10s) * Rice, Rice baby (17m 18s…

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S8 Ep24: FPL Pod: Best Bruno Fernandes replacements 43:03

2d ago43:03

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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. LISTEN 👇 * …

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S8 Ep23: FPL Pod: Navigating the midfield power trio 38:21

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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. LISTEN 👇 * European round-up (07m 2…

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S4 Ep14: Off The Bench: Midfield premiums deliver 47:06

9d ago47:06

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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 pi…

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S8 Ep22: FPL Pod: Making the most of the bonus Free Transfers 47:00

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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. LISTEN 👇…

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S4 Ep13: Off The Bench: Bruno back to his best? 47:44

16d ago47:44

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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. LISTEN 👇 * Brilliant Bruno (03m 25s) * Foden fortunes (08m 06s…

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S8 Ep21: FPL Pod: All eyes on Foden 43:39

22d ago43:39

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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. LISTEN 👇 * Fantastic Fode…

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S8 Ep20: FPL Pod: Gearing up for midweek matches 46:14

1M ago46:14

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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. LISTEN 👇 * Chip fail (00m 30s) * Selling Bournemouth assets? (13m 22s)…

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S8 Ep19: FPL Pod: Big Gameweek to use Chips 42:36

29d ago42:36

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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. LISTEN 👇 * European round-up (07m 10s) * What to do with Chips (9m 25s…

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S4 Ep12: Off The Bench: Mateta minutes a concern 41:43

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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. LISTEN 👇 * Chelsea conund…

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S8 Ep18: FPL Pod: Free Hit the answer to injury flags? 48:14

1M ago48:14

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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. LISTEN 👇 * Internation…

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S8 Ep17: FPL Pod: Key learnings to improve your season 41:37

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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. LISTEN 👇 * Lessons learnt (09m 20s) * Liver…

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S4 Ep11: Off The Bench: Challenging Gameweek brings squad questions 45:31

2M ago45:31

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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 pl…

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S8 Ep16: FPL Pod: Best Arsenal players to pick 41:40

2M ago41:40

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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. LISTEN 👇 * Best Arsenal triple-up (07m…

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S4 Ep10: Off The Bench: Essential Haaland the only Man City focus 47:33

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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 Arsena…

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S8 Ep15: FPL Pod: Mateta a must-have? 42:22

2M ago42:22

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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 …

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S4 Ep9: Off The Bench: Selling forwards to raise funds 46:49

2M ago46:49

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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. LISTE…

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S8 Ep14: FPL Pod: Going big at the back 47:06

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There’s been a tactical shift in the game as the top FPL managers play more defensive assets and use formations with at least four at the back 💪👟💪 So Kelly Somers and the FPL Pod team do a deep dive on the defence, discuss the best Arsenal triple-up, and who drops to your bench. LISTEN 👇 * Formation change (10m 27s) * DEFCON importance (15m 28s) * …

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S4 Ep8: Off The Bench: Double Arsenal defence paying off 40:58

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There are lots of Arsenal assets to pick from but the defensive double-up appears to be the most rewarding following their latest away win 🔴💪🔴 So FPL experts Harry Daniels and Oscar, aka FPL Focal, debate where to invest in the Gunners, other defensive options, and if a new role for Joao Pedro could improve his points. LISTEN 👇 * Joao Pedro dilemma…

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S8 Ep13: FPL Pod: Where is best to invest in Liverpool? 44:25

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It’s been another long wait with the international break but Gameweek 8 is on the horizon, and despite being out of form Liverpool are a hot topic of discussion with some kind fixtures coming up. 🔴👀 Kelly Somers and the FPL Pod team are on hand to get you set for the weekend, Julien Laurens provides another excellent international round-up as Liver…

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S8 Ep12: FPL Pod: Assessing the season so far 42:06

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After a bumper Gameweek 7, the international break gives us time to reflect on how the season has gone and prepare for what’s ahead 💯🙇🧐 So Kelly Somers and the FPL Pod team talk chip strategy, defensive contributions, and discuss the best players from each position. LISTEN 👇 * Chip strategy (06m 19s) * Fixture swing (14m 52s) * Goalkeeper options (…

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S4 Ep7: Off The Bench: Sensational Semenyo a must own 48:55

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Antoine Semenyo is having a season to remember and quickly becoming an FPL favourite ❤️⚽️🖤 So FPL experts Az Phillips and Lee Bonfield discuss his latest performance and growing importance, why it might be best to go after Chelsea players instead of Liverpool, and provide a word of warning about Spurs assets. LISTEN 👇 * Chelsea over Liverpool (08m …

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S8 Ep11: FPL Pod: All in on Arsenal 42:38

3M ago42:38

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With the fixtures turning in Arsenal’s favour, now’s the time to consider a triple-up. But who to get? 🔴⚽️🔴 Kelly Somers and the FPL Pod team go through all the options, whether it’s worth just having two Arsenal assets, and what to do with your front line. LISTEN 👇 * Arsenal defence (09m 09s) * Must-have Saka(15m 13s) * Forward thinking (21m 36s) …

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S4 Ep6: Off The Bench: To sell or hold Joao Pedro 49:37

3M ago49:37

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Despite being the most popular player in FPL, Joao Pedro is being transferred out by a lot managers as his struggles in front of goal continue 🔵📉🔵 So FPL experts Gianni Buttice and Oscar, aka FPL Focal, debate what to do with the Chelsea forward, how well the Haaland Triple Captain went, and where best to invest in Arsenal. LISTEN 👇 * Heroic Haalan…

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S8 Ep10: FPL Pod: Must-have Haaland 42:25

3M ago42:25

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Plenty of Wildcards are being activated and almost all are doing so to bring in Man City forward Erling Haaland 🇳🇴💪🇳🇴 So Kelly Somers and the FPL Pod team discuss the best options for those playing the Chip, when else to Wildcard, and if it’s worth deploying the Triple Captain this Gameweek if you're not Wildcarding. LISTEN 👇 * Wildcards are active…

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S4 Ep5: Off The Bench: Premium player problems 46:22

3M ago46:22

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Some premium players aren’t delivering as they have done previously which is causing headaches for FPL managers as they try to predict where points will come from 📈🤕📈 So FPL experts Sam Bonfield and Harry Daniels discuss the current heavy-hitters, transfer plans for big name players, and look at Wildcard ideas. LISTEN 👇 * Cole Palmer problems (06m …

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S8 Ep9: FPL Pod: Isak straight into your team? 41:40

3M ago41:40

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After playing an hour for Liverpool midweek, FPL managers are already starting to bring Alexander Isak into their teams. But have they gone too soon? 🔴🤔🔴 Kelly Somers and the FPL Pod team have their say on the Liverpool forward, how he will effect the whole side, and what to do with some of your other pricey picks. LISTEN 👇 * Getting Isak in (08m 4…

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S4 Ep4: Off The Bench: Haaland performing better than ever 46:56

3M ago46:56

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Erling Haaland is becoming a must-have this season following his match-winning display in the Manchester derby, which saw him climb to the top of the FPL points standing 📈💪© So FPL experts Az Phillips and Lee Bonfield assess when to get him into your team and whether it’s time to sell Mo Salah to help fund the move. LISTEN 👇 * Arsenal assets (03m 4…

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S8 Ep8: FPL Pod: Teams to target as FPL returns 38:54

4M ago38:54

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As the international break draws to a close, FPL nears its return for Gameweek 4 with the FPL Pod team taking a close look at the sides you can target to fly up the ranks. 📈 We’ve got an international round-up, reaction to Ange Postecoglou taking over Nottingham Forest plus a look at the Fixture Difficult Ratings to help you make your moves. LISTEN…

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S8 Ep7: FPL Pod: Your guide to the best Wildcard picks 42:39

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Now that the transfer window has closed and the international break is upon us, FPL managers are using the opportunity to review how their players have been performing with some turning to their Wildcards 📈🃏📈 So Kelly Somers and the FPL Pod team are here to run through the best selections if you're using the chip, as well as assessing all the major…

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S4 Ep3: Off The Bench: What to do with Ollie Watkins? 51:21

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Following a fruitful pre-season, lots of FPL managers expected big returns from Ollie Watkins who had favourable fixtures to start the season. But three blanks in a row has left many considering his place in their team 🤔🚪🤔 FPL experts Prasun Singhal and Gianni Buttice discuss what they’ll do with the Aston Villa forward, premium player struggles, a…

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S8 Ep6: FPL Pod: Time to sell off Cole Palmer? 43:30

4M ago43:30

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With the international break on the horizon and some underwhelming form, Kelly Somers and the FPL Pod team debate whether we should be removing Cole Palmer from our teams 🔵🤔🔵 They chat through alternative options for the Chelsea midfielder, the injury impact on Saka, and focus on the extra points earned through defensive contributions. LISTEN 👇 * D…

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S4 Ep2: Off The Bench: Premium players disappointing 46:50

4M ago46:50

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Two Gameweeks in and some big name players are struggling to deliver for FPL managers, with lots of early transfers being made to ship them out 💰👉🚪 So FPL experts Az Phillips and Lee Bonfield are here to assess whether it’s time to sell or hold. They cover Cole Palmer missing out through injury, Ollie Watkins' lack of goals, and what to do with mis…

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S8 Ep5: FPL Pod: No Wildcard panic needed 42:58

4M ago42:58

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Ekitiké One Gameweek into the new season and FPL managers are already trying to rip up their teams and start again 😱⚽️😱 So Kelly Somers and the FPL Pod team are here to reassure you there’s no need to panic just yet, as they discuss Chelsea players, forward options, and debate the best captaincy picks LISTEN 👇 * Don’t panic (08m 10s) * Chelsea conu…

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S4 Ep1: Off The Bench: Best players in Gameweek 1? 42:41

4M ago42:41

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It’s great to have FPL back. So what better way to review the opening Gameweek than with Off The Bench and FPL experts Harry Daniels and Oscar, aka FPL Focal 🏆🧐🏆 They discuss the best performers at Liverpool, regret at not owning Haaland, and how Newcastle’s defence might cause a few captaincy headaches next week. LISTEN 👇 * Who to pick at Liverpoo…

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S8 Ep4: FPL Pod: Final team changes before the season starts 42:15

5M ago42:15

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The time for tweaking your squad is almost over, so Kelly Somers and the FPL Pod team are here to give you some last-minute advice 🤝🤗🤝 They discuss going without Mo Salah, who’s in their line-up, and what to do with your front line. LISTEN 👇 * Going without Salah (02m 27s) * Picking your back line (17m 11s) * What to do in midfield? (23m 01s) * For…

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S8 Ep3: FPL Pod: Can you go without Haaland? 45:49

5M ago45:49

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Picking a team with both Salah and Haaland that doesn’t destroy the rest of your squad is proving a challenge. So Kelly Somers and the FPL Pod team discuss their approach to the dilemma 🔴😖🔵 They chat through going without the Man City forward, if we should avoid attacking players who featured at the Club World Cup, and pick out the best players fro…

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S8 Ep2: FPL Pod: Best players to pick? 42:28

5M ago42:28

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After a busy week of tinkering with our first squad drafts, Kelly Somers and the FPL Pod team are back to look over their changes and chat about which premiums to pick ♻️👣♻️ They discuss who looks good in pre-season, how to cover big-name players you’re missing, and which teams have the best fixtures at the start of the season LISTEN 👇 * Pre-season…

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S8 Ep1: FPL Pod: FPL 2025/26 is live! 50:59

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FPL is back bigger and better than ever before, and the FPL Pod team are here to take you through all the updates to the game we love and know 😍⚽️😍 They discuss the SEVEN major changes, from chip increases to defensive contributions, as well as pick their first squad draft. LISTEN 👇 * More chips (02m 27s) * Defensive contributions (08m 05s) * Assis…

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S7 Ep50: FPL Pod: The 2024/25 season review 49:50

7M ago49:50

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As an awesome Premier League campaign comes to a close, we look back on a rollercoaster FPL season and hand out our inaugural #FPLPodAwards 🏆😃🏆 Kelly Somers and the FPL Pod team discuss their highs and lows, who deserves the Juls inspired ‘Talent, Vision and Planning’ accolade, and look ahead to potential player price changes next season. LISTEN 👇 …

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S7 Ep49: FPL Pod: Bold or safe on the final day? 42:53

7M ago42:53

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Can you believe it’s already here? 37 Gameweeks have all led to this as the final Gameweek of the season is just around the corner. 😳 Kelly Somers, Julien Laurens and a very happy Sam Bonfield are on hand to offer advice, whether you’re fighting it out in your mini-league or chasing an overall rank, they assess the best strategy and picks for you t…

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S3 Ep28: Off The Bench: Who’s in form for the final Gameweek 45:48

8M ago45:48

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With just one more Gameweek left for managers to achieve FPL glory, the lessons from this weekend are vital when making those final transfer moves 🔄🏆🔄 So FPL experts Harry Daniels and Sam Bonfield dissect the action so far, how Bowen keeps returning, if it’s important to have Newcastle assets, and what to do with the Arsenal forward line. LISTEN 👇 …

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S7 Ep48: FPL Pod: Making moves by selling Isak and Salah 42:38

8M ago42:38

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Two of the most popular players in the game this season are being shipped out as returns dwindle and managers try some bold moves to finish as high as possible in the rankings 😲🚪😲 So Kelly Somers and the FPL Pod team review the sales of Isak and Salah, if they’re the right moves to be making, and who could replace them. LISTEN 👇 * Haaland benched? …

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S3 Ep27: Off The Bench: Premiums continue to disappoint 39:50

8M ago39:50

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It was another Gameweek in which the likes of Mohamed Salah, Alexander Isak and even the fit again Erling Haaland failed to make the desired impact ⭐️📉⭐️ FPL experts Harry Daniels and Oscar, aka Focal, review the weekend’s action, as they weigh up the risky moves you could make to climb the ranks, with just two Gameweeks remaining. LISTEN 👇 * City …

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S7 Ep47: FPL Pod: Is it too risky buying Haaland? 43:49

8M ago43:49

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Erling Haaland is expected to come back and get some minutes against a relegated Southampton side this Gameweek, but for how long no-one is sure, which is causing concern 😬🤑😬 So Kelly Somers and the FPL Pod team discuss whether it’s worth bringing the Norwegian forward back, what his return could do to other Man City assets, and they take a look at…

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S3 Ep26: Off The Bench: Selling Salah for a Haaland haul? 49:57

8M ago49:57

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There are some big premium moves potentially being made as Erling Haaland gears up to return and managers look for ways to climb the rankings 🔵💪 So FPL experts Az Phillips and Lee Bonfield discuss how to fund buying the Man City forward, which midfielders to consider, and how it’s time to switch Newcastle players out of your side. LISTEN 👇 * Cole c…

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S7 Ep46: FPL Pod: End of season strategy 45:45

8M ago45:45

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With just four matches left of the season, it’s now or never if you want to go big and climb the rankings 📈💪📈 So Kelly Somers and the FPL Pod team are here to help you maximise the run-in as they look at why Nottingham Forest are a team to invest in, which teams you should consider avoiding, and how it may be time to sell Crystal Palace assets. LIS…

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S3 Ep25: Off The Bench: Salah scores as Free Hit rewards 40:08

8M ago40:08

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It’s been a great Gameweek so far for FPL managers who used their Free Hit chip as popular picks returned big 🤑📈🤑 Experts Prasun Singhal and Gianni Buttice discuss Salah setting his sights on more records, how targeting the teams vying for Europe could pay off, and what to do with Newcastle assets. LISTEN 👇 * Sensational Salah (06m 33s) * Wonderful…