As the Fantasy Premier League season progresses, every decision becomes crucial, especially as we navigate through Gameweek 32. Let's dissect the post-deadline statistics to understand the strategies of top managers and the broader FPL community.
The captaincy choices among different tiers of managers often reveal the confidence in certain players to deliver big hauls. Here's how the captaincy was distributed across rank tiers:
| Player | Top 10k (%) | Top 100k (%) | Top 1M (%) | Overall (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haaland | 18.0 | 19.3 | 17.6 | 39.3 |
| Salah | 42.0 | 45.3 | 42.1 | 10.7 |
| Palmer | 26.0 | 21.3 | 27.8 | 12.1 |
| Son | 14.0 | 14.0 | 11.6 | 8.6 |
Erling Haaland (Man City) remains a popular choice among the overall FPL community with a 39.3% captaincy rate. His fixture against Crystal Palace seems to have convinced many that he's the go-to captain. However, top managers have shown a preference for Mohamed Salah (Liverpool), who faces Man Utd with 42.0% in the top 10k captaining him. Cole Palmer (Chelsea), with a fixture against Sheffield Utd, has also seen significant captaincy rates, particularly in the top 1M (27.8%).
Effective ownership combines a player's ownership with the percentage of managers who have captained them, giving a clearer picture of their impact on rank.
| Player | Top 10k (%) | Top 100k (%) | Top 1M (%) | Overall (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haaland | 110.0 | 107.3 | 109.1 | 110.5 |
| Salah | 130.0 | 134.0 | 130.5 | 45.7 |
| Palmer | 126.0 | 120.7 | 127.4 | 54.7 |
| Son | 62.0 | 68.7 | 73.9 | 42.1 |
Salah's effective ownership is notably high among top managers, indicating that a good performance could significantly impact ranks. Palmer's effective ownership is also high, especially in the top 1M, suggesting that many managers are banking on him for a big return.
Chip usage can be a game-changer in FPL, and here's how managers have played their chips this week:
| Chip | Top 10k (%) | Top 100k (%) | Top 1M (%) | Overall (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bench Boost | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.1 | 0.5 |
| Free Hit | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.2 |
| Triple Capt. | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.3 |
| Wildcard | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.2 | 0.9 |
It appears that the majority of managers across all tiers are holding onto their chips, possibly for the upcoming double gameweeks or the final stretch of the season.
Transfers and team value play a significant role in shaping a manager's strategy. Here's a look at the average stats for each tier:
| Statistic | Top 10k | Top 100k | Top 1M | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GW Transfers | 0.6 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.5 |
| Team Value (£m) | 104.1 | 104.0 | 104.1 | 99.5 |
| Bank (£m) | 1.1 | 1.1 | 1.1 | 1.7 |
| GW Points Hit | 0.0 | 0.1 | 0.1 | 0.6 |
Top managers have shown restraint in making transfers this week, with an average of just over half a transfer each. This suggests a level of satisfaction with their teams or a strategic saving of free transfers for future gameweeks.
In conclusion, Gameweek 32 sees a mix of tried-and-tested premium assets and differential picks leading the captaincy choices. With chips largely unused, it seems managers are gearing up for a strategic end to the season. As always, the performance of these key players will be pivotal in determining the success of FPL managers this week.
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