Starting Guide for Fantasy Premier League 2025/26 Season
The highly popular Fantasy Premier League (FPL) game is back for another exciting season! This virtual football game allows players to create and manage their own teams consisting of real Premier League players.
To begin, players must select a squad of 15 players within a budget of £100m. You can choose a maximum of three players from each team, with specific numbers for each position: two goalkeepers, five defenders, five midfielders, and three forwards.
Once your squad is built, it's time to pick your starting lineup each gameweek, including one goalkeeper and at least three defenders. It's essential to select a captain whose points will be doubled. Points are scored based on real-life Premier League players' performances, such as goals, assists, clean sheets, and negative actions like bookings. Bonus points are awarded based on additional statistical contributions.
Basic gameplay involves registering and picking your initial squad before the season starts, managing one free transfer per gameweek to swap players, setting your starting XI and captain before each gameweek deadline, and automatic substitutions from your bench if starters don't play, while maintaining formation rules.
For those new to FPL, it's crucial to build a balanced squad considering players' form, fixtures, and prices. Learning how to manage transfers and captain choices week by week will help maximize points. Official Premier League resources provide tutorials and step-by-step guides to help new managers get started effectively.
Throughout the season, you'll have the option to create or join private leagues, perfect for going up against friends and family. Eight chips can be played during the season, including two Wildcards, two Free Hits, two Triple Captains, and two Bench Boosts. It's essential to use these chips strategically to boost your team's performance.
The value of players fluctuates throughout the season. If players perform well, their value will go up, and if they don't, values will drop. Keep an eye on your team's performance and make adjustments as necessary.
Don't miss the deadline for submitting a team name before the Premier League season starts on 15 August. After that, you'll be automatically joined in public leagues such as against everyone in the world, in your country, against fellow fans of your supported club if you've picked one, and the gameweek in which you started.
FPL is a game played by millions worldwide, so join in on the fun and start your journey to becoming a Fantasy Premier League champion! To get started, head to the FPL website or the 'Fantasy' section of the Premier League app.
In the Fantasy Premier League (FPL) game, players can create their own football teams consisting of real Premier League players, giving them the opportunity to experience the thrill of managing a virtual football club (sports). Once the season begins, it's important to strategically use the eight available chips, such as the Wildcards, Free Hits, and Triple Captains, to boost team performance and improve the chances of winning football matches (football).
