As the Fantasy Premier League (FPL) community gears up for Gameweek 26, let's delve into the key statistics and strategies employed by top managers across different rank tiers. We'll examine captaincy choices, effective ownership, chip usage, and transfer stats, providing insights into the current FPL landscape.
The captaincy choice is a pivotal decision each gameweek, often making or breaking a manager's score. Here's how the captaincy selections stack up across different ranks:
| Player | Top 10k Capt (%) | Top 100k Capt (%) | Top 1M Capt (%) | All Managers Capt (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haaland | 78.0 | 84.0 | 90.6 | 58.4 |
| Watkins | 12.0 | 6.0 | 3.1 | 9.0 |
| Saka | 6.0 | 7.3 | 4.4 | 4.3 |
| Hee Chan | 4.0 | 2.7 | 1.6 | - |
Erling Haaland (Man City) is the overwhelming favourite for the armband, with his ownership at 100% in the top 10k and effective ownership reaching a staggering 178%. His fixture against Bournemouth, with a difficulty rating of 3, makes him a prime candidate for captaincy. Ollie Watkins (Aston Villa) and Bukayo Saka (Arsenal) are also popular choices, though they trail significantly behind Haaland. Watkins faces Nott'm Forest, while Saka has a matchup against Newcastle.
Effective ownership combines a player's ownership with the percentage of managers who have captained them, giving a clearer picture of a player's impact on rank.
| Player | Top 10k EO (%) | Top 100k EO (%) | Top 1M EO (%) | All Managers EO (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haaland | 178.0 | 184.0 | 190.0 | 133.8 |
| Watkins | 104.0 | 98.0 | 97.2 | 59.8 |
| Saka | 102.0 | 104.0 | 100.8 | 68.7 |
| Hee Chan | 76.0 | 74.0 | 59.3 | - |
Haaland's effective ownership indicates that not captaining him could be a significant risk, especially for those chasing higher ranks. Saka and Watkins also boast high effective ownership, making them influential in rank changes this gameweek.
Chips can be game-changers, and their strategic deployment is crucial. Here's how managers have played their chips this gameweek:
| Chip | Top 10k Usage (%) | Top 100k Usage (%) | Top 1M Usage (%) | All Managers Usage (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free Hit | 2.0 | 1.3 | 2.2 | 3.4 |
| Wildcard | 4.0 | 5.3 | 3.4 | 2.7 |
| Triple Captain | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.2 |
| Bench Boost | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.1 |
The Wildcard and Free Hit chips are the most utilised this gameweek, with top managers slightly favouring the Wildcard. The Triple Captain and Bench Boost chips are scarcely used, suggesting managers are holding them for future double gameweeks or have already used them.
Transfers and team value are key components of FPL strategy. Let's look at the transfer behaviour and financial health of teams across ranks:
| Statistic | Top 10k Average | Top 100k Average | Top 1M Average | All Managers Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GW Transfers | 1.4 | 1.5 | 1.5 | 0.8 |
| Team Value (£m) | 101.4 | 101.3 | 101.1 | 99.5 |
| Bank (£m) | 3.2 | 3.3 | 3.4 | 1.8 |
| GW Points Hit | 1.6 | 1.8 | 1.8 | 1.4 |
Top managers tend to have higher team values and more in the bank, allowing for greater flexibility in transfers. The average gameweek transfers indicate that most managers are making one or two changes to their squads, with top managers taking slightly fewer points hits compared to the overall average.
In conclusion, Gameweek 26 sees a heavy reliance on Haaland as the go-to captain, with his effective ownership being staggeringly high. Chip usage is conservative, with a focus on Wildcards and Free Hits, while financial health and transfer activity vary across rank tiers, reflecting different strategies and team structures.
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