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Should You Start FPL Without Bruno Fernandes? Early Q&A

Jul 30, 2026 · 24m

Summary

Andy answers early FPL questions, debating whether Bruno Fernandes and Erling Haaland are essential despite cheaper alternatives. He analyzes the risk of dropping Gabriel Magalhães and evaluates James Madison’s fitness and value. The episode also covers Man City defense options like Donnarumma and Nunez, the meta for defensive contributions, bench strategy, and Phil Foden’s minutes under a new manager.

Topics discussed

Sponsor ads: LinkedIn, Nesquik, and Accenture Is Bruno Fernandes essential for your FPL team? Is going without Erling Haaland too risky? Can you really go without Gabriel Magalhaes? James Madison: A healthy punt for Spurs? Man City defense: Donnarumma vs. Nunez and Vardio The value of defensive contribution defenders How much to invest in your FPL bench? Phil Foden: Risk vs. reward at £7m Outro and sponsor ads: USAA and LifeLock
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