As the dust settles after the Gameweek 14 deadline, Fantasy Premier League managers are eager to see how their decisions stack up. From captaincy trends to effective ownership, chip usage, and transfer strategies, understanding the underlying data can give you a competitive edge.
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The captaincy choices for Gameweek 14 reveal some interesting trends across different rank tiers:
| Player | Top 1M | Top 100k | Top 10k | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palmer | 44.3% | 50.4% | 57.0% | 17.3% |
| Salah | 40.7% | 38.4% | 34.1% | 26.5% |
| Haaland | 5.9% | 3.8% | 2.0% | 26.8% |
| Saka | 4.8% | 4.3% | 4.1% | 4.7% |
| Jackson | 1.8% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 3.0% |
Chelsea's Cole Palmer has emerged as the standout captaincy choice among top managers, with his popularity increasing dramatically as we move up the rank tiers. Palmer, priced at £11.0m, faces Southampton at away in Gameweek 14, which explains the faith placed in him by higher-ranked managers. His 57.0% captaincy rate in the top 10k is particularly noteworthy.
Mohamed Salah remains a popular choice across all tiers, but interestingly, his captaincy percentage decreases slightly as we move up the ranks. The Liverpool talisman, priced at £13.2m, has a potentially tricky away fixture against Newcastle, which may have caused some top managers to look elsewhere.
Erling Haaland's captaincy numbers tell an intriguing story. While he's the most captained player overall at 26.8%, his popularity plummets among top managers. This could be due to Manchester City's fixture against Nottingham Forest, however concerns about recent returns from the Norwegian striker and Man City's form are more likely.
Arsenal's Bukayo Saka maintains a consistent captaincy rate across all tiers, hovering around 4-5%. The Gunners face Manchester United at home, a fixture that could go either way with the Red Devils rejuvenated under new management, which might explain the cautious approach from managers.
Nicolas Jackson of Chelsea rounds out the top 5, with a small but notable captaincy percentage. His selection suggests that some managers are doubling up on Chelsea assets for their fixture against Southampton.
Effective Ownership (EO) gives us insight into how influential a player's performance will be on rank changes. Here's how it looks for Gameweek 14:
| Player | Top 1M EO | Top 100k EO | Top 10k EO | Overall EO |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salah | 138.9% | 137.7% | 133.7% | 81.5% |
| Palmer | 128.9% | 138.8% | 149.4% | 74.5% |
| Saka | 79.1% | 85.1% | 90.1% | 41.9% |
| Cunha | 59.3% | 63.7% | 69.7% | 23.0% |
| Mbeumo | 45.0% | 43.3% | 41.4% | N/A |
| N.Jackson | 43.4% | 45.5% | 46.0% | 29.8% |
| João Pedro | N/A | 40.7% | 41.6% | N/A |
| Haaland | 21.0% | 14.9% | 6.9% | 69.8% |
Mohamed Salah and Cole Palmer dominate the EO charts across all top tiers, both exceeding 100% due to their high captaincy rates. Salah's EO actually decreases slightly in higher ranks, while Palmer's increases, reflecting the captaincy trends we observed earlier.
Bukayo Saka's EO increases significantly as we move up the ranks, from 79.1% in the top 1M to 90.1% in the top 10k. This suggests that his performance against Manchester United could have a substantial impact on the rankings of top managers.
Matheus Cunha of Wolves has surprisingly high EO numbers among top managers, reaching 69.7% in the top 10k. Wolves face Everton away, and Cunha's selection indicates that many top managers see value in this fixture.
Bryan Mbeumo's EO remains fairly consistent across the top tiers, hovering around 41-45%. However, the midfielders recent form has seen many managers transfer him out this week.
Nicolas Jackson's EO increases slightly in higher ranks, complementing Palmer as Chelsea's attacking assets for their away game against Southampton.
João Pedro of Brighton makes an appearance in the top 100k and 10k EO lists, suggesting that some top managers fancy Brighton's chances in their away fixture against Fulham.
Notably, Erling Haaland's EO drops dramatically as we move up the ranks, from 69.8% overall to just 6.9% in the top 10k. This stark difference highlights the divergent strategies between top managers and the overall player base for this gameweek.
The use of chips can provide a significant advantage in FPL. Let's look at how managers across different rank tiers are utilising their chips in Gameweek 14:
| Chip | Top 1M | Top 100k | Top 10k | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Triple Captain | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Bench Boost | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Free Hit | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Wildcard | 2.0% | 1.9% | 2.5% | 1.1% |
Chip usage remains relatively low across all tiers, which is not surprising given that we're only in Gameweek 14. However, there are some interesting patterns to observe.
The Triple Captain chip is being used sparingly, with slightly higher usage in the top 100k (0.3%) compared to other tiers. This could be due to some managers taking a punt on Cole Palmer for his favourable fixture.
Bench Boost usage is highest in the top 1M at 0.8%, suggesting that some managers in this tier might be trying to catch up by maximising their points potential this week.
Free Hit usage is fairly consistent across tiers, with a slight increase in the overall category. This could indicate that some casual managers are using the chip to navigate through a difficult gameweek.
Wildcard usage is notably higher in the top 10k at 2.5%, compared to other tiers. This suggests that some top managers are taking the opportunity to restructure their teams, possibly to capitalise on upcoming fixture swings or to address multiple issues in their squad.
Understanding transfer activity and team value can provide insights into managers' strategies and flexibility:
| Stat | Top 1M | Top 100k | Top 10k | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg. Transfers Made | 1.1 | 1.1 | 1.1 | 0.8 |
| Avg. Points Hit | 0.6 | 0.5 | 0.4 | 0.9 |
| Avg. Team Value (£m) | 101.4 | 101.7 | 102.1 | 99.4 |
| Avg. Bank Balance (£m) | 1.1 | 1.1 | 1.0 | 1.0 |
Transfer activity is consistent across the top tiers, with an average of 1.1 transfers made. This suggests that most top managers are making calculated moves rather than wholesale changes.
Interestingly, the average points hit decreases as we move up the ranks, from 0.6 in the top 1M to 0.4 in the top 10k. This indicates that top managers are generally more conservative with their transfers, avoiding unnecessary point deductions.
Team value shows a clear trend, increasing from £99.4m overall to £102.1m in the top 10k. This higher team value gives top managers more flexibility in their squad selection and transfer strategies.
The average bank balance is fairly consistent across tiers, hovering around £1.0m-£1.1m. This suggests that most managers are keeping some funds in reserve, possibly for future upgrades or to facilitate easier transfers.
In conclusion, Gameweek 14 presents an intriguing landscape with Cole Palmer and Mohamed Salah emerging as the key players to watch. The divergence in Erling Haaland's popularity between top managers and the overall player base is particularly noteworthy. As we move into the busy festive period, the decisions made this week could have significant implications for managers' seasons. The conservative approach to chips and transfers among top managers suggests that they are playing the long game, while the higher team values in top tiers provide them with additional flexibility for the challenges ahead.
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