Our Gift to You This Christmas: FPL Survival Tips for the Busy Festive Schedule

Season's greetings, to our FPL Pro Leagues Family!!

The festive period is here, and while you're juggling mince pies, awkward family conversations, and figuring out why your Wi-Fi doesn't reach the spare room, the Premier League is serving up its usual chaos with a packed fixture list. To help you keep your FPL team in the green arrows this holiday season, we've wrapped up our top FPL survival tips as a gift—think of it as the ultimate Christmas present for your mini-league ambitions. Unwrap it carefully, and remember, no shaking the box—it's fragile, like your hopes of making in the top 10.

1. Prioritize Players with Favorable Fixtures

The festive fixture frenzy means you'll want to stock up on players from teams with a smoother schedule. Liverpool and Arsenal have a run of games that scream “points galore” for their key players. Meanwhile, teams like Brighton might surprise you with a steady haul.

Pro tip: Bring in heavy hitters like Salah or Saka to capitalize on these matchups. If you're not sure, think of it as investing in the Christmas blockbuster rather than the low-budget rom-com.

2. Strengthen Your Bench (No, Seriously)

Yes, your bench—you know, the part of your team you usually ignore—is about to save your bacon. Rotation risks are higher than your in-laws’ expectations of a “perfect Christmas,” so make sure you've got reliable budget options who actually play.

Pro tip: Players like Anthony Elanga or Julio Enciso are solid budget picks to keep your team afloat when your stars are rested.

3. Monitor Player Fatigue and Injuries

The Christmas schedule isn't just hard on you after that third helping of pudding—it's tough on players too. Fatigue and injuries are more likely during this period, so don't get caught out by a last-minute no-show.

Pro tip: Keep an eye on press conferences and use reliable FPL news sources to track player fitness. Think of it as your own version of Santa's naughty or nice list—except this one might save your season.

4. Use Chips Strategically

The festive chaos is the perfect time to play a Free Hit if you're facing a Gameweek where your regulars are up against tough fixtures. Just don't blow your Triple Captain chip on a hunch—save it for Double Gameweeks when the payoff can be glorious.

Pro tip: Planning to use chips now? Make sure you're looking at form and fixtures. There's no room for sentimentality—this isn't “Love Actually.”

5. Stay Flexible (and Sane)

Fixture changes? Weather postponements? Rotation roulette? Welcome to the holiday spirit of FPL. Staying adaptable is the key to surviving December without rage-quitting your mini-league WhatsApp group.

Pro tip: Avoid rash transfers and keep a cool head. If in doubt, sip some mulled wine and think twice—it's the ultimate decision-making hack.

Enjoy the Chaos!

The festive period is one of the most exciting (and stressful) times in FPL. With so much unpredictability, these tips should help you avoid festive pitfalls and stay ahead in your mini-leagues. It's the FPL equivalent of dodging the turkey-induced nap to grab the last mince pie—worth it every time.

Merry Christmas and happy green arrows!