FPL Pod S4 Ep20: Off The Bench: Bruno delights in Blank Gameweek
Mar 23, 2026
A review of the Blank Gameweek weekend and how managers fared with their lineups. Bruno Fernandes shines with another big return. Rotation, minutes and injury concerns are debated for players like Ekitike, Thiago and Liverpool assets. Tactical considerations around wildcards, FA Cup timing and which budget Brighton and Sunderland options to consider are discussed.
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Bruno's Route To Points Makes Him Captaincy Safe
- Bruno Fernandes' route to points (penalties, set-pieces) makes him a standout captain when City and Arsenal are unavailable.
- Prasun Singhal highlights Bruno's goal, penalty and corner assist as decisive FPL value for GW31.
Trim Players Facing Rotation Risk
- Consider selling Bournemouth attacker Dominic Solanke alternatives like Dominic or others if minutes look reduced.
- Harry Daniels says reduced minutes and rotation post-FA Cup make players like Brian [Tavernier] candidates to sell.
Hold Transfers Until FA Cup Clarity
- Wait until FA Cup results before making big transfers or playing your Wildcard.
- Harry Daniels warns FA Cup upsets will reshape which teams get doubles and blanks, so delaying transfers avoids costly mistakes.