FPL Pod S4 Ep19: Off The Bench: Bruno does it again
Mar 17, 2026
They dissect Bruno Fernandes' relentless form and captaincy appeal. Strategic chat about the approaching Blank GW31 and chip timing. Debate over rotation risks for Ekitike and whether Haaland should be sold. Picks and pitfalls from Liverpool, Newcastle, Chelsea and Bournemouth are assessed.
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Pick Dom Sobošlaj Over Premium Liverpool Picks
- Consider Dom Sobošlaj as the cheaper, consistent Liverpool midfield option at £7m instead of Salah or Eketike.
- Sam cites six returns in seven and frequent defensive contributions plus set-piece duties making him value for money.
Short Term Punt On Richarlison For GW31
- Punt on Richarlison for Gameweek 31 if you need a forward who definitely plays; he's suspended midweek and likely to start the Forest match.
- Lee points to five shots vs Liverpool and form (2 goals in 3) as reasons to short-term invest.
Bruno As The New Default Captain
- Bruno Fernandes has become the default FPL captain thanks to extreme consistency, reaching ten double-digit hauls this season and 16 assists.
- Sam and Lee note Bruno now offers attack, defensive contributions and set-piece threat, making him a safer captain than many premiums.