MY FPL GW14 TEAM SELECTION | 98 POINTS! 🚀

Summary

In this video, the creator reflects on their best FPL gameweek yet, reaching 98 points and moving up to 191k in rankings. They share a mix of masterclasses and disasterclasses from fellow FPL managers and discuss key players like Salah, Saka, Palmer, and Strand Larsen. The focus shifts to upcoming gameweek plans, featuring a detailed analysis of transfers, captaincy decisions, and player performances. The creator discusses the impact of fixtures, injuries, and form, and gives insight into their team setup, highlighting Mbeumo's potential transfer out for Bowen. Viewers are encouraged to share their own strategies in the comments.

Takeaways

• 😀 The user achieved their best gameweek performance of the season so far with 98 points, jumping from 1 million to 191k in overall rank.
• 😀 Key successful FPL decisions included keeping Strand Larsen and captaincy choices of Salah, Saka, and Palmer, with all premium midfielders delivering big returns.
• 😀 Despite a fine margin, the decision to swap Lewis for Van Hecke resulted in a net gain of 13 points, even though Van Hecke didn’t keep a clean sheet.
• 😀 Strand Larsen was a standout differential pick, with only 2.5% ownership at the start of the gameweek, providing significant point returns.
• 😀 FPL community highlights: Managers had a mix of successes and failures, with notable mentions like Mohamed scoring 115 points and Valar scoring a low 37 points.
• 😀 The launch of an FPL page and app update includes new features like dashboard customization and an affordable subscription plan to remove ads and access additional perks.
• 😀 For GW14, the user is starting Raya in goal and selecting defenders Gvardiol, Gabriel, and Porro, with a preference for the City defense against Forest.
• 😀 The user is considering transferring Mbeumo out for Bowen, citing difficult upcoming fixtures for Brentford and Bowen’s solid form and low ownership.
• 😀 Palmer is the captain pick for GW14, given Southampton's poor defensive stats, with Salah as the vice-captain against Newcastle.
• 😀 The strikers for GW14 are Cunha and Strand Larsen, and the user plans to hold them for upcoming matches with good fixture runs later in December.
• 😀 Bench options include Fabianski, Van Hecke, Wood, and Greaves, with a strong bench cover for GW14. The user may swap Porro or Van Hecke when necessary for upcoming fixtures.

Q & A

What was the best part of the user's last gameweek?

The best part of the last gameweek was achieving 98 points, marking the user's best gameweek of the season, and jumping from 1 million to 191k in rank. This was mainly due to some fortunate decisions, like sticking with Strand Larsen and captaincy picks such as Palmer.

How did Strand Larsen perform in the last gameweek?

Strand Larsen was a major differential, scoring a goal and securing all 3 bonus points despite being owned by just 2.5% of managers. He helped the user gain valuable points.

What was the user's reasoning for sticking with Strand Larsen instead of transferring him out?

The user nearly transferred Strand Larsen out for Joao Pedro but opted not to, and this decision paid off, as Larsen's performance was a game-changer.

Why did the user decide to captain Palmer for the last gameweek?

Palmer was captained due to Southampton's poor defensive statistics, which made him a strong choice for a big haul, especially considering his form.

What were some of the other notable player performances in the user's team?

In addition to Palmer's captaincy haul, Salah (13 points), Saka (18 points), and Strand Larsen contributed significantly to the score. The threemium midfield performed well, while other players like Gvardiol and Van Hecke didn't quite meet expectations.

What transfer strategy is the user considering for Gameweek 14?

The user is considering two options: transferring Mbeumo out for Bowen, due to Brentford's tough fixtures, and potentially swapping Wood for Joao Pedro in the upcoming weeks when the fixture schedule is more favorable.

Why is Mbeumo being considered for a transfer out?

Mbeumo is being considered for a transfer out because Brentford has tough fixtures ahead, including matches against Villa, Newcastle, Chelsea, and others. His recent form (low xGI and involvement) also suggests it's a good time to move on.

What is the user's approach to captaincy for Gameweek 14?

The user plans to captain Palmer for Gameweek 14 due to Southampton's extremely poor defensive record, with Palmer being a standout performer. Salah is the vice-captain against an underperforming Newcastle side.

What is the significance of the user's team setup in defense and midfield?

The user's defense is strong with Gvardiol, Gabriel, and Porro, with an eye on potential clean sheet returns. In midfield, the user is relying on the threemium combination of Salah, Saka, and Palmer, all of whom have been consistent performers this season.

How did the user perform relative to others in Gameweek 13?

The user’s performance was one of the best, finishing with 98 points, which placed them in a strong position in the rankings. The lowest score in the Top 10K that gameweek was just 28 points, highlighting the volatile nature of the round.