FFS Cup

The first round draw for the 2021/22 FFS Cup

Qualifying for our open-to-all Fantasy Premier League cup competition took place in Gameweek 12.

Fantasy managers who registered their teams and scored 62 points or more (after hits) qualified for round one automatically, while those who scored exactly 61 only progressed if their overall rank was 724,950th or better.

Six of our former winners also submitted entry forms and were handed a bye to the first round. They were: Wild Rover, Gribude, A Manager Has No Name, donnellyc, TH14 and 2EyedTurk.

A total of £300-worth of prizes are on offer as usual in this tournament, with a full breakdown towards the bottom of this article.

And a reminder that Premium Members can still enter our FFS Members Cup up until this morning’s FPL deadline, with qualifying set to take place in Gameweek 13.

FIRST ROUND DRAW

The full draw for the first round can be viewed here.

Our former champions were all kept apart in the draw.

2EyedTurk faces Germanrapha, TH14 plays shubhan, A Manager Has No Name takes on MyPrettyPony, donnellyc meets THEFOREHEAD, WildRover squares off against Matt172, and Gribude vies with Mata-Is-The-Juan for a place in round two.

We’ve got some high-flyers involved in the first round, with the world number five, tab.hashimi, our highest-ranked entrant. You can watch Az’s interview with Tabz, who takes on FCBetoni in round one, over on our YouTube channel.

Lincolnite_Imp has an OR of 14th, meanwhile, and faces jonbrown84 in Gameweek 13.

benedict11 (397th) v Drunken Gnome (728th) is the match-up of the round and our only all-top 1k clash.

DonieFPL (938th), FPL MONO (728th), Ryyuuu (319th), Tail o the Bank (938th), kevcar (275th), Milanista10 (794th) and Stateside Villains (728th) are also having superb seasons and feature in round one.

sledger and Ould Onion Bagger each passed 100 points in Gameweek 12 and were our highest-scoring managers in qualifying.

At the other end of the scale, Bottom feeders squeaked through as the 1,024th and final qualifier.

HOW DO THE CUP COMPETITIONS WORK?

The FFS Cup is very similar to the Fantasy Premier League’s own cup game.

Entrants who qualify for the first round were randomly drawn against each other and the winner of the tie is whoever has the highest score from that Gameweek, minus points spent on transfers (like in the original game and in head-to-head scores).

In the event of a draw, the manager highest in the overall FPL rankings after the tie will progress.

WHAT IS THE GAMEWEEK SCHEDULE?

The FFS Cup competition will be played out according to the following proposed Gameweek schedule:

  • Qualifying – Gameweek 12
  • Round 1 – Gameweek 13
  • Round 2 – Gameweek 15
  • Round 3 – Gameweek 16
  • Round 4 – Gameweek 17
  • Round 5 – Gameweek 18
  • Round 6 – Gameweek 19
  • Round 7 – Gameweek 21
  • Quarter-Final – Gameweek 22
  • Semi-Finals – Gameweek 23
  • Final and third place play-off – Gameweek 24

WHEN ARE THE FIXTURES RELEASED?

Where possible, the fixture list for each round will be published before each Gameweek deadline.

PRIZES

Overall Prizes
The prizes for the FFS Cup is as follows:

1st Place: £150 Amazon voucher
2nd Place: £100 Amazon voucher
3rd Place: £50 Amazon voucher

815 Comments Post a Comment
  1. Wild Rover
    • 13 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Surprised to see that Mark and Jonty are among several previous winners who haven't bothered to enter the cup competition.

    1. DandyDon
      • 5 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Some people have busy lives, I missed notification too and would have qualified. Maybe one post isn’t enough FFS?

  2. Matjes_taet
    • 6 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    3-4-3

    Trent - Cancelo - ?
    Who should i play as third defender this week: Rüdiger or Regulion?

    1. Ajax Hamsterdam
      • 9 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Rudiger

    2. King Kun Ta
      • 8 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Rudi

    3. Eh, just one more thing ...
      • 12 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Rudi

    4. The Strokes
      • 5 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Regie

    5. JoeTweaks
      • 2 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Reguilon

  3. Chris_White
    • 12 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    A) Foden > Bernardo

    B) Save (Antonio 1st bench)

    1. The Strokes
      • 5 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      save, Foden might play and score more than BSilva

    2. Eh, just one more thing ...
      • 12 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Save

    3. SHOWSTOPPERRR
      • 6 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Keep

    4. Chris_White
      • 12 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Ta guys

  4. DycheDycheBaby
    • 8 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    With the midweek games coming up, I don't think it's essential saving a FT right now if you already have a strong bench?

    1. The Strokes
      • 5 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Injuries can always happen plus I save one to be able to do 2 next week enad move value from Mid to Def

      1. DycheDycheBaby
        • 8 Years
        2 years, 3 months ago

        That's what I mean. Better to have 2FT for next weekend.

    2. Ajax Hamsterdam
      • 9 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      That entirely depends of your team

  5. The Strokes
    • 5 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    A. Antonio (MCI) or
    D. Duffy (LEE)
    As first sub

    1. Eh, just one more thing ...
      • 12 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      D

    2. The Count of Monte Cristo
      • 11 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      D

  6. Jdpz
    • 4 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Play
    a) Antonio
    b) Dias
    * I have Cancelo too

    1. The Strokes
      • 5 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      B

    2. The Count of Monte Cristo
      • 11 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      B

  7. Ajax Hamsterdam
    • 9 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Season changing decision 🙂

    Gilmour or Armstrong first on bench ? Thanks

    1. Eh, just one more thing ...
      • 12 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Gilmour

    2. The Strokes
      • 5 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Gilly

    3. Ajax Hamsterdam
      • 9 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Cheers

    4. SHOWSTOPPERRR
      • 6 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Armstrong

      1. Ajax Hamsterdam
        • 9 Years
        2 years, 3 months ago

        Thanks

    5. The Count of Monte Cristo
      • 11 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      G

  8. King Kun Ta
    • 8 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Bench 1 of….

    A White
    B Dennis
    C Cornet

    Ta lads!

    1. Eh, just one more thing ...
      • 12 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Tough. B

    2. Matjes_taet
      • 6 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      White

    3. Ajax Hamsterdam
      • 9 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      A for me

    4. The Count of Monte Cristo
      • 11 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      B for me

    5. FPL_Crisis
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Have the same with Gilmour instead of Cornet
      Leaning towards benching White also

      Have ESR and feel Newcastle can score, only blanked in 2 games so far

  9. Pukki Party
    • 6 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Best 4.3 defender on bench, preferably nailed. Thanks

    1. SHOWSTOPPERRR
      • 6 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Alt nouri

    2. Dynamic Duos
      • 10 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Ait Nouri?

    3. The Ilfordian
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 6 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Ait Nouri is a popular choice

      1. Pukki Party
        • 6 Years
        2 years, 3 months ago

        Yeah but found out Marcal is back lurking.

        1. The Ilfordian
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 6 Years
          2 years, 3 months ago

          Not sure but this suggests Ait Nouri is favoured https://www.molineux.news/opinion/rayan-ait-nouri-is-now-clear-of-marcal-at-wolves/

  10. Lacikasz01
    • 2 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Which transfer to make?

    A) Foden to Jota
    B) Alonso to Chilwell

    1. The Count of Monte Cristo
      • 11 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      B but other way around

      1. Lacikasz01
        • 2 Years
        2 years, 3 months ago

        yes, sorry, messed it up 😀

    2. GoonerSteve
      • 14 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      C) Chilwell to Alonso

      Foden might well play and score

  11. andre_c
    • 5 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Chilly to Alonso done. Any other transfer ideas?

    Ramsdale
    TAA, Cancelo, James, Alonso
    Salah, Foden, Mbeumo, Raph
    Vardy, Antonio

    Foster, Armstrong, Livra, Brownhill

    1 Free transfer, $0.3 ITB

    Thanks

    1. GoonerSteve
      • 14 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Looks pretty solid. I have the same back 6, Salah and Raph, but with ESR and Gallagher instead giving me Ronaldo and Toney up front and Antonio benched.

      Only thing I would say is your bench isn't great this week, if for any reason Foden is out.

      1. andre_c
        • 5 Years
        2 years, 3 months ago

        yeah I was thinking of that too, but i'm 0.1 off doing Armstrong to Benteke, bummer

        1. GoonerSteve
          • 14 Years
          2 years, 3 months ago

          That's a shame. I have a feeling Antonio will score to punish me and others who have benched / sold this week. If Foden starts also, could work out well for you.

          1. andre_c
            • 5 Years
            2 years, 3 months ago

            Just depends if i'm willing to risk it or not I guess.

            1. GoonerSteve
              • 14 Years
              2 years, 3 months ago

              I often regret transfers that I force, often the best option is to hold. Not sure I would want Armstrong longer term anyway, but he could enable an upgrade elsewhere, depending on who you bring in.

              Must admit I quite like the look of Josh King. Not sure why. He could be an option?

  12. G00D3
    • 3 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Had to remove Chilwell for James. Is it worth removing Benrahma for Gallagher for a -4? Been wanting to make the move for weeks

    1. GoonerSteve
      • 14 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Depends, are you likely to need other transfers next week?

  13. The Count of Monte Cristo
    • 11 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Bench 2 of the following:

    A) White
    B) Gallagher
    C) Raphinha
    D) Wilson
    E) Antonio

    1. Crunchie
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 5 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      a e

    2. wulfrunian
      • 7 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      a e

    3. GoonerSteve
      • 14 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      AE. Only other option is D for me, got to play BC.

  14. wulfrunian
    • 7 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Start Coady or Rudiger?

    1. The Count of Monte Cristo
      • 11 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Rudiger

  15. winchester
    • 3 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    GTG? Correct bench?

    ramsdale
    taa - cancelo - james
    salah - raphinha - gallagher - son
    antonio - vardy - hwang

    (foster - duffy - gilmour - livra)

    1. The Count of Monte Cristo
      • 11 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Yes, g2g - nice side!

  16. ChuckN
    • 14 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Bench 1

    A) Toney
    B) Dias
    C) Tierney

    1. The Count of Monte Cristo
      • 11 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      B if you have double City.

      Will Tierney start?

      1. ChuckN
        • 14 Years
        2 years, 3 months ago

        Nah no double city. James TAA Dias Tierney back 4...

  17. Crunchie
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 5 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Bad Transfer week. Sunday DIas to James. Last Night Chilwell to Alonso (-4). Good 10 but have Livra, Bjroja, Normann on bench. Do Foden to Jota -8? If foden plays fine, but he is wide, & may miss next 2/

    1. The Count of Monte Cristo
      • 11 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Keep as is - not worth the hit this GW

      1. Crunchie
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 5 Years
        2 years, 3 months ago

        Cheers

  18. School of Poch
    • 8 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    GTG?

    Sanchez
    Cancelo TAA James
    (c)Salah (vc)Son Raph Mbuemo
    Vardy Hwang Antonio

    Steele White Liv McArthur

    1. 50pipsDaily
      • 10 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Yes

  19. Lacikasz01
    • 2 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Bench one!

    A) Antonio
    B) Raphinha
    C) Reguilon
    D) Mbeumo

    1. Champione
      • 8 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      A

    2. Norco
      • 9 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Mbeu

    3. GoonerSteve
      • 14 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Personally, I would bench D.

      However, I have benched Antonio in my squad and played Toney, it's definitely a close call.

  20. 50pipsDaily
    • 10 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Play Antonio or Reguilon?

    1. Champione
      • 8 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Reg

    2. GoonerSteve
      • 14 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Reg this week

  21. Champione
    • 8 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Play
    A) Foden
    B) White

    1. Lacikasz01
      • 2 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      A and have White as first sub if Foden doesn't get a minute

      1. GoonerSteve
        • 14 Years
        2 years, 3 months ago

        This

  22. DycheDycheBaby
    • 8 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Antonio dropping in price again? Madness!

    1. Il Capitano
      • 3 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      I'll be able to get him back at selling price at this rate

      1. JoeTweaks
        • 2 Years
        2 years, 3 months ago

        This is what I'm hoping for

    2. GoonerSteve
      • 14 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Combination of form dipping and the fixture, but I agree its crazy!

      The one aspect of FF that annoys me is the way they handle price changes.

  23. Oggle22
    • 7 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    G2G
    Ramsdale
    James TAA Reg
    Salah Son Raph ESR
    Dennis CR7 Toney

    Foster Luiz Livramento Manquillo

    Cheers

    1. GoonerSteve
      • 14 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Looks good

  24. andre_c
    • 5 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Bench is Armstrong, Livra, Brownhill, not too strong if Foden doesnt play. Should I consider doing Armstrong to someone?

    1. GoonerSteve
      • 14 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      For free or a hit?

    2. GoonerSteve
      • 14 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Sorry just realised this is you also lol.

  25. Ange Ball
    • 9 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Who to play

    A) Amartey (Watford)

    B) Joelinton ( Arsenal )

  26. Il Capitano
    • 3 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Play King over White?

    1. GoonerSteve
      • 14 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      I would

    2. Crunchie
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 5 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Yes

    3. Il Capitano
      • 3 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Top stuff, thanks

  27. Crunchie
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 5 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Play~

    A. Broja
    b Livra
    C Normann

  28. JoeTweaks
    • 2 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Almost time!!!

    1. Bennerman
      • 5 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Do you people ever think about the proprietary of what you post at this point?

      Imagining it's a lads' club of knob gags

      1. Bennerman
        • 5 Years
        2 years, 3 months ago

        F, not you, sorry. The kind of blokes below

        1. Bennerman
          • 5 Years
          2 years, 3 months ago

          And I meant appropriacy, while I'm here

  29. Jordan.
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 14 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    panties down

    1. Zimo
      • 5 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      What if I'm going commando

    2. Walter White (WW)
      • 2 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Bend over

  30. SteJ
    • 4 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Can't see my team in the draw☹
    I've messaged support