FPL Pod S8 Ep42: FPL Pod: Preparing for the Run In
Apr 2, 2026
Talks about which teams have the best Run In fixtures and which players to consider for Wildcard moves. Analysis of Spurs' tactical shift under Roberto De Zerbi and its FPL implications. Debate on doubles, blanks and how FA Cup results could reshape transfer timing. Shortlists of goalkeeper, defender, midfield and forward targets to navigate the finale.
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Start With Two Arsenal Players
- Double up on Arsenal now as a safe baseline because they will have a blank and a double at some point.
- Prioritise Raya and Gabriel defensively and add a third Arsenal attacking asset only once a double is confirmed.
Read Fixture Tickers Carefully
- Fixture tickers can be skewed by one or two heavy opponents in the run-in like Arsenal and City for Bournemouth.
- Julien notes Bournemouth's other five matches are winnable, making cheap defenders (Senesi, Petrovic) still viable picks.
Target Teams With Something To Play For
- Focus transfers on the 14 teams with tangible objectives as they're likeliest to field strongest XIs.
- Sam and Julien say those teams are likeliest to avoid rotation and sustain FPL returns in the run-in.