The PERFECT Haaland & Salah FPL Draft! | FANTASY PREMIER LEAGUE 2023/24
Introduction and FPL Draft
In this section, the speaker introduces the topic of Fantasy Premier League (FPL) and discusses a draft team that includes players like Trent Alexander-Arnold, Mohamed Salah, and Erling Haaland.
Advantages of Going with Salah in Game Week One
- Having Salah in the team provides a solid spine with premium players like Trent Alexander-Arnold and Erling Haaland.
- It offers maximum flexibility for future transfers.
- Salah has historically performed well in game week one, consistently scoring double-digit points.
- He also serves as a credible captain option for game week two.
Disadvantages of Going with Salah in Game Week One
- If Salah doesn't perform well or if it turns out to be the wrong decision, it can result in losing ground in FPL rankings.
- Including Salah may make the squad unbalanced, requiring cheaper options for other positions.
- The availability of quality midfielders and forwards at lower price points is limited compared to mid-priced options from top six clubs.
Considerations for Team Balance
This section focuses on the importance of team balance when selecting players for an FPL squad.
Importance of Team Balance
- A balanced team allows for better utilization of funds across all positions.
- It reduces reliance on cheap options and provides more flexibility in making transfers.
Merits of One Premium Option (Harland) vs. Two Premium Options (Salah and Harland)
- Opting for one premium option (Harland) alongside mid-priced midfielders from top six clubs can result in a strong overall team.
- Captaincy can be easily shifted to another premium forward like Harry Kane if needed.
Improving the Drafted Team
The speaker discusses the need to improve the previously drafted team and aims for higher ratings.
Goal to Improve Team Ratings
- The initial draft received a game week rating of 89 and a team rating of 91.
- The speaker aims to push these ratings higher by making necessary adjustments.
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The speaker discusses their fantasy football team and the players they want to start the season with.
Building the Team
- The speaker wants to start the season with Harland, Trent, an Arsenal midfielder, and a Manchester United midfielder.
- Dropping a City midfielder allows them to include Salah in their midfield.
- Compromises are made elsewhere in the team due to these choices.
- Rico Henry becomes a sub in the backline in a 442 formation.
- Gakpo is downgraded and other forward options are considered.
- Placeholder players are currently on the bench as suitable options are not yet known.
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The speaker discusses potential options for their bench players and expresses concern about limited choices.
Bench Options
- Belle Luton could be an option for consistent minutes as a 4 million defender.
- Other options for the bench look bleak, which is a worry considering the chosen formation.
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The speaker shares feedback received on their team draft and considers keeping it with Salah included.
Feedback and Considerations
- AI rating on Fantasy Football Hub showed improvement in team rating and game week rating compared to previous drafts.
- The speaker is leaning towards including Salah in their final draft but welcomes feedback from viewers.
- Viewers are encouraged to get their own drafts rated using Fantasy Football Hub's AI tool.
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The speaker thanks viewers for supporting them during pre-season and invites them to share their own drafts.
Viewer Interaction
- Viewers are thanked for supporting the channel during pre-season.
- Viewers are encouraged to share their own drafts that include Trent, Salah, and Harland if they have better alternatives.