GW9: The FPL Scoutcast | Best GW9 Free Hit Draft!
Oct 28, 2026 · 1h 6m
Summary
Hosts discuss the impact of Joao Pedro's injury on Fantasy Premier League teams, analyzing potential replacements and the value of Bournemouth assets like Kieran Tierney and Evanilson. The episode covers xG tables, a detailed free hit draft targeting Manchester United, and captaincy strategies for Game Week 9, with Nacho sharing his new studio setup after moving houses.
Topics discussed
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Intro and Nacho's nursery setup
Hippo's rank drop and template shake-up
Nacho's bad game week and Arsenal defense
Hippo's 48 points and team breakdown
Fantasy Football Scout sponsor segment
Game Week 9 team picks and captaincy
xGI tables and Bournemouth analysis
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Bournemouth clean sheets and DefCon
Gibbs White hold or sell discussion
Free hit draft team construction
Free hit strategy and differential picks
Looking ahead to Game Week 12
Manchester United manager situation
Captaincy options and ownership data
Pedro replacements: Jackson vs Nielsen
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Saka vs Jackson value comparison
Pedro to Jackson transfer decision
Community team highlights
Hosts' final team decisions
Wildcard timing and transfer strategy
Hippo's final team and captain
Quick fire Q&A with listeners
Tribute to FPL Llama and Stevie Walker
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Mental health resources and sign-off
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