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GAMEWEEK 26 2025/26

FPL GW26 Review: What Actually Mattered (2025/26)

Gameweek 26 proved to be an average scoring affair, with the overall average landing at 58 points. Captaincy was a mixed bag, offering both explosive differentials and significant blanks for popular choices. Navigating this landscape required astute decision-making, and we'll unpack the key lessons to carry forward into Gameweek 27.

By FPLai • February 19, 2026
58
Average
73
Green Arrow
88
Elite

Captaincy

Haaland
68% owned
Base
5
Captain
10↓
Semenyo
50.2% owned
Base
14
Captain
28↓
João Pedro
46.1% owned
Base
10
Captain
20↓
Gabriel
43.1% owned
Base
7
Captain
14↓
Guéhi
36.9% owned
Base
7
Captain
14↓

Top Performers

Virgil
LIV · 22% owned
17
pts
Hincapie
ARS · 0.6% owned
15
pts
Rice
ARS · 35.1% owned
14
pts
Semenyo
MCI · 50.2% owned
14
pts

Disappointments

B.Fernandes
MUN · 36.8% owned
2
pts
Dúbravka
BUR · 32.7% owned
1
pts
Rogers
AVL · 30.8% owned
2
pts

Takeaways

01

Don't Chase Ownership Blindly

High ownership doesn't guarantee returns, as evidenced by Haaland and Fernandes. Focus on form, fixtures, and underlying stats rather than popular consensus alone.

→ Actionable for GW27
02

Exploit Defensive Differentials

Virgil and Hincapie demonstrated that defenders, particularly those with attacking threat or from strong defensive units, can offer massive differential hauls, especially if overlooked.

→ Actionable for GW27
03

Target Strong Home Fixtures

Manchester City's dominant 3-0 home win highlights the potential for big hauls from players in strong teams with favourable home matches, especially against weaker opposition.

→ Actionable for GW27

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the average FPL score in Gameweek 26?
The average FPL score in Gameweek 26 was 58 points. A score of 73+ was needed for a green arrow, while 88+ was considered an elite score.
Who were the highest scoring FPL players in Gameweek 26?
The top FPL performers in Gameweek 26 were: Virgil (17 pts), Hincapie (15 pts), Rice (14 pts), Semenyo (14 pts).
Did the top FPL captain picks deliver in Gameweek 26?
Haaland disappointed as captain in GW26 with 10 captain points (5 base points).
Which FPL players disappointed in Gameweek 26?
The biggest FPL disappointments in Gameweek 26 were: B.Fernandes (2 pts), Dúbravka (1 pts), Rogers (2 pts).

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