FPL GW21 Review: What Actually Mattered (2025/26)
Gameweek 21 proved to be a challenging one for many Fantasy Premier League managers, with an average score of 48 points. While the highest score reached an impressive 118, popular captaincy picks largely disappointed. The contrasting fortunes of highly-owned assets versus low-owned gems offer crucial insights for future gameweeks.
Captaincy
Top Performers
Disappointments
Takeaways
Captaincy: Ownership is Not a Guarantee
Haaland, Semenyo, Guéhi, and Foden, despite their high ownership, offered poor captain returns in GW21. Thiago, while popular, stood out with 24 points. This highlights that high ownership does not guarantee high returns for the armband; form and fixture analysis remain paramount.
→ Actionable for GW22Value in Defensive Foundations (and penalty saves!)
Brentford's Kelleher (13 pts) and Collins (13 pts) delivered huge hauls thanks to their 3-0 clean sheet, with Kelleher adding a crucial penalty save. This reminds us of the significant value clean sheets can provide, especially when combined with bonus points or unexpected contributions from less common picks.
→ Actionable for GW22Disciplinary Actions: A Costly Risk
Cucurella's red card resulted in a damaging -3 points for his owners, showcasing how quickly disciplinary issues can turn a player into a liability. Managers must factor in a player's disciplinary record and the potential for cards, especially in high-intensity matches.
→ Actionable for GW22Frequently Asked Questions
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Did the top FPL captain picks deliver in Gameweek 21?
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