FFS Cup
17 March 2024 459 comments
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In case you missed the article earlier this week, this is the last chance to enter our third and final Fantasy Premier League (FPL) cup competition in 2023/24.

It’s the second FFS Members Cup of the season – and £300-worth of prizes are on offer.

This tournament is for Premium Members, who can sign up for the tournament via the entry form here.

In our FFS Members Cup, our list of previous winners is as follows: 

  • 2010/11 – Kippax Kloggers 
  • 2011/12 – Fuzzy Dunlop 
  • 2012/13 – Acquafresca
  • 2013/14 – Trigg 
  • 2014/15 – Waltzingmatildas 
  • 2015/16 – Ola Svanheld 
  • 2016/17 – Malaikat Jahad
  • 2017/18 – rrcmc 
  • 2018/19 – Jay #
  • 2019/20 – Pep Pig 
  • 2020/21 – Mohd Rodzi
  • 2021/22 – Scrumper 
  • 2021/22 – Chaballer 
  • 2022/23 – Mani10000g 
  • 2023/24 – Mayanyi

Those listed above will gain a bye to the first round proper of this new FFS Members Cup should they enter with the username listed.

If you’re new to our cup competitions, read on for an FAQ, offering all the details.

HOW DO THE CUP COMPETITIONS WORK?

Our cups are very similar to the Fantasy Premier League’s own Fantasy Cup game.

Entrants who qualify for the first round will be 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 tie, the manager highest in the overall FPL rankings after the tie will progress.

WHEN DO THEY START?

The qualifying round for the Members Cup will take place in Gameweek 29, with the first round running in Gameweek 30.

Fantasy managers can enter their teams in the FFS Members Cup until 23:59 GMT on Sunday 17 March. We will make the first-round draw after Gameweek 29 ends.

Previous winners must enter with the same usernames listed above to gain their bye.

Entrants must have registered their teams in Fantasy Premier League ahead of Gameweek 1.

HOW DO I ENTER?

Enter the FFS Members Cup via the entry form here. This form is only visible to Premium Members and you will need to log into the Premium Members’ Area to view the form.

You will be sent a confirmation email to verify your entry and you’ll be asked to confirm your FPL team ID at the point of entry. Your entry is only completed once you have confirmed your FPL team ID as part of the process. If your FPL team is incorrectly entered, we cannot amend this at a later date.

To check that you’re entered correctly, please scan the list of entries.

The FFS Members Cup list is here.

HOW DO I FIND MY FPL TEAM ID?

Your FPL ID is your unique ID for your FPL team. This is found via your Gameweek History page – the link to which is found in the right-hand menu under your FPL team strip. When you visit your Gameweek History you will see a number in the URL (as opposed to the XXX below).

https://fantasy.premierleague.com/entry/XXX/history

Place this 1-8 digit number, or your Gameweek History URL, in the FPL ID field on the entry form.

WHEN WILL I FIND OUT IF I’VE QUALIFIED?

Results from the Members Cup qualifying round will be published shortly after Gameweek 29 ends and then weekly, after the completion of each Gameweek, from that point on.

WHAT IS THE GAMEWEEK SCHEDULE?

The cup will be played out according to the following proposed Gameweek schedule:

Fantasy Football Scout Members Cup Round Dates

  • Qualifying – Gameweek 29
  • Round 1 – Gameweek 30
  • Round 2 – Gameweek 31
  • Round 3 – Gameweek 32
  • Round 4 – Gameweek 33
  • Round 5 – Gameweek 34
  • Quarter-Final – Gameweek 35
  • Semi-Finals – Gameweek 36
  • Final and third place play-off – Gameweek 37

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 both cups are as follows:

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

DO I HAVE TO ENTER IF I’M A PREVIOUS WINNER?

Yes, because your FPL team ID will have changed so we will need to record your entry again. As a previous winner, you will be given a bye to the first round proper.

DO I NEED TO BE REGISTERED WITH FANTASY FOOTBALL SCOUT?

We ask you to supply a Fantasy Football Scout username so we can feature you, as a member of our community, in any articles associated with the tournament.

Ideally, you will already have a username with us, but this is not essential to enter.

You must, however, supply a username for the purpose of the tournament so you can be identified in articles.

You must not change this username throughout the course of the tournament. Should you do so without permission, should you enter multiple teams, or if your FFS account comes under moderation for any reason, we reserve the right to remove you from a tournament at any stage.



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  1. Sausage™️
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 6 Years
    1 year, 8 months ago

    Seriously considering Haaland > Muniz for as my transfwer for GW30. Can easily get Haaland back in GW34 if i want to on a WC..it frees up funds for the essential Salah vs S UTD GW31..

    1. Defcons are for Kinnear
      • 12 Years
      1 year, 8 months ago

      My thinking too. Got Foden to "cover" Haaland. My worry is GW33 when both have plum fixtures

      1. adstomko
        • 9 Years
        1 year, 8 months ago

        Harland plays Real Madrid either side of Luton in GW33 - could be rested.

        1. adstomko
          • 9 Years
          1 year, 8 months ago

          *Haaland

        2. Sausage™️
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 6 Years
          1 year, 8 months ago

          Exactly. Muniz has Sheff Utd and Forest next 2 weeks..

      2. Sausage™️
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 6 Years
        1 year, 8 months ago

        That will be the time to bring out the WC my friend. It would be madness to waste that now before the double gameweeks have been announed..

    2. FFS ManU
      • 3 Years
      1 year, 8 months ago

      I can understand that. I watched the City v Newc FA Cup game on the TV yesterday and Haaland didn't look to be in very good form or fully fit.

      1. Sausage™️
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 6 Years
        1 year, 8 months ago

        I ditched Haaland after Christmas last year and shot up the rankings. Funds are better spent elsewhere on players that are guaranteed to start...

        1. FFS ManU
          • 3 Years
          1 year, 8 months ago

          I agree - I transferred him out last week to get Morris for the DGW and the only reason for regret is that is when the Luton player's run of good form ended. I'm thinking of getting Salah for LIV v BHA in GW30.

    3. Nate(U)dog(ie)
      • 5 Years
      1 year, 8 months ago

      I did that move this week but I'm not sure I want him back on WC (either next week or the week after). Hasn't looked great for a while

      1. Utopsis
        • 5 Years
        1 year, 8 months ago

        Apart from the 5 goals against Luton.

        It's so frustrating when he's fit - not having him opens up so many avenues but carries such high risk. If I was more of a risk-taker I'd roll the dice too.

        1. Nate(U)dog(ie)
          • 5 Years
          1 year, 8 months ago

          True, I'm not really sure how to gauge the next few games for City. Arsenal are the best team defensively in the division (or second to Liverpool if not) so I think it'll be more even than before, and City aren't good at the back this year. Palace and Villa seem to both be bogey teams for City. Then you've got Luton and Spurs, the latter of which always seem to be difficult for them. I'm waiting for City to really turn things on like they often do in the second half of the season but it's getting late now for it

  2. adstomko
    • 9 Years
    1 year, 8 months ago

    Thoughts on this for GW30?
    Dubravka
    Bradley, Saliba, Branthwaite
    Salah, Son (C), Foden, Gordon
    Darwin, Toney, Solanke
    (Areola, Saka, Akanji, Estupiñan)

    I'd love to bring in Trippier when fit, and maybe swap Estupiñan for Gusto?
    Not sure if Akanji starts vs Arsenal - didn't last time.
    (Bottomed).

    1. Ajax Hamsterdam
      • 11 Years
      1 year, 8 months ago

      great team!

  3. Gazzpfc
    • 9 Years
    1 year, 8 months ago

    Who will likely double in 34???

    1. The Knights Template
      • 12 Years
      1 year, 8 months ago

      Who indeed.

  4. Sausage™️
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 6 Years
    1 year, 8 months ago

    When will the double gameweeks be announed do we think?

    1. Defcons are for Kinnear
      • 12 Years
      1 year, 8 months ago

      In next two weeks

    2. Utopsis
      • 5 Years
      1 year, 8 months ago

      Before GW30 stars

      1. Ajax Hamsterdam
        • 11 Years
        1 year, 8 months ago

        Oh, really? cheers

        1. Utopsis
          • 5 Years
          1 year, 8 months ago

          Yep. FA Cup Semi Final is the last variable the FA need to consider, after that they will reschedule and announce so local councils have as much notice to plan for the games. Also so fans can arrange travel.

      2. Utopsis
        • 5 Years
        1 year, 8 months ago

        starts*

  5. Sgt Frank Drebin
    • 9 Years
    1 year, 8 months ago

    I might have Free hitted into 17 points, but still on a decent green arrow. Not going to complain much.

    1. Ajax Hamsterdam
      • 11 Years
      1 year, 8 months ago

      got same number of points with 2 players left, feels like a massive waste of a fh imo. good you look on the bright side of things though 🙂

      1. Sgt Frank Drebin
        • 9 Years
        1 year, 8 months ago

        Bowen and Watkins? Yeah, I counted on some better score, but tbh everyone is low on points this GW, so it's not that bad. Especially that my non FH would get 2 points after yesterday (but with 3 players left to play).

        I guess it's all about the score relative to the field.

        1. Ajax Hamsterdam
          • 11 Years
          1 year, 8 months ago

          Yep, watkins and bowen lol i am also on a slight green arrow up to 616 k but I am seriously disheartened by the game. rank gw 21 772 k, I am literally not moving and was really hoping for more progress this gw. if you would be kind enough to answer my question below that would be very helpful Sgt 🙂

    2. Sgt Frank Drebin
      • 9 Years
      1 year, 8 months ago

      Still need Areola, Kudus and Douglas Luiz not to haul today, though.

      1. snow pea in repose
        • 5 Years
        1 year, 8 months ago

        I need Kudus and DLuiz to haul while Bowen stays quiet

    3. Powers106
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 10 Years
      1 year, 8 months ago

      I’ve got 10 and 25 on the bench 🙁 with 3 to go

      1. Ajax Hamsterdam
        • 11 Years
        1 year, 8 months ago

        feeling your pain...

  6. Ajax Hamsterdam
    • 11 Years
    1 year, 8 months ago

    Dubravka
    Kerkez porro gabriel
    eze palmer garnacho saka
    haaland solanke watkins
    bench : turner foden estu bell

    1 ft 6.6 itb

    would you wc this team or give it one more week? could do saka to salah/son and captain? cheers

    1. Sgt Frank Drebin
      • 9 Years
      1 year, 8 months ago

      Hmm, I think WCing is not a bad idea (to e.g. load up on triple Liverpool), but if you wait one more week I think it should still be fine. Can you get Son for Foden/Garnacho/Eze?

    2. notlob legin
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 9 Years
      1 year, 8 months ago

      Ideally you want Son and Salah this week - I'd either take a -4 or would wildcard earlier than most - also depends on your chip strategy to the end of the season.
      Have you put a wildcard squad together? How many changes would you potentially make?

  7. SpaceCadet
    • 11 Years
    1 year, 8 months ago

    Any Villa team leaks yet?

  8. 1justlookin
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 14 Years
    1 year, 8 months ago

    Head is a bit battered with chips.

    I have my WC, FH and BB remaining.

    Will probably WC in GW30/31.

    But when should I use my FH and BB?

    1. Ajax Hamsterdam
      • 11 Years
      1 year, 8 months ago

      it is really up to you and your team. if you can keep it to gw38 then it should give you a massive boost for the last gw of the season

      1. FFS ManU
        • 3 Years
        1 year, 8 months ago

        This is a good option for the FH. The BB chip is typically recommended to be used in DGW and one of those is also a good option for the FH.

    2. TorresMagic™
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • Has Moderation Rights
      • 16 Years
      1 year, 8 months ago

      34,37,38

      1. 1justlookin
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 14 Years
        1 year, 8 months ago

        Huh?

  9. Utopsis
    • 5 Years
    1 year, 8 months ago

    I actually thought Sanchez was still injured, didn't realise he'd lost his place completely to Petrovic

  10. circusmonkey
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 15 Years
    1 year, 8 months ago

    Here's an odd one. Mega keen at the start, as he got an ID of 17, then lost interest.

    https://fantasy.premierleague.com/entry/17/event/27

    1. Utopsis
      • 5 Years
      1 year, 8 months ago

      Baptiste haul

    2. lilmessipran
      • 13 Years
      1 year, 8 months ago

      He is anti fpl

    3. Hooky
      • 10 Years
      1 year, 8 months ago

      Looks like benching the Nketiah haul in GW10 made him throw his toys out of the pram and give up!

    4. Sgt Frank Drebin
      • 9 Years
      1 year, 8 months ago

      Either he got pissed off by benching Nektiah's 17 pointer or got his account hacked.

    5. fusen
      • 13 Years
      1 year, 8 months ago

      That looks like someone messed with their team, so they then ignored the account

  11. Qaiss
    • 9 Years
    1 year, 8 months ago

    https://x.com/j_tanswell/status/1769340112335151541?s=46&t=i1t6O2FcyTnnnYHKnnDydA

    Watkins has arrived with the squad.. please start !

  12. lilmessipran
    • 13 Years
    1 year, 8 months ago

    Hope Watkins starts, dont want FH ers to get jammy bench points over non FH ers

    1. Steamboat Willy Boly
      • 9 Years
      1 year, 8 months ago

      he'll start. i never get jam

  13. lilmessipran
    • 13 Years
    1 year, 8 months ago

    According to this guy (AstonVilla writer for Athletic) Watkins is in the matchday squad- https://twitter.com/j_tanswell/status/1769340112335151541?s=46&t=i1t6O2FcyTnnnYHKnnDydA

    1. FFS ManU
      • 3 Years
      1 year, 8 months ago

      It states that he "arrived with the #AVFC squad" as opposed to him being in it. Injured players often watch from the stand. I hope that he plays though because I have no playing subs.

      1. Baps Hunter
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 8 Years
        1 year, 8 months ago

        I am not 100% certain about phrasing yet. Not sure about correct interpretation. We shall see.

  14. g40steve
    • 7 Years
    1 year, 8 months ago

    What front 8 are you aiming for the run in?

    1. lilmessipran
      • 13 Years
      1 year, 8 months ago

      Salah Son Saka Palmer Madds
      Haaland Darwin Muniz

      Madds to become Foden soon

      1. TheBiffas
        • 5 Years
        1 year, 8 months ago

        This

      2. jacob1989
        • 3 Years
        1 year, 8 months ago

        Son not required after next 3. See the fixtures

        1. Tonyawesome69
          • 6 Years
          1 year, 8 months ago

          He will be required when Spurs double in 37

        2. TheBiffas
          • 5 Years
          1 year, 8 months ago

          Son is fixture proof

      3. fusen
        • 13 Years
        1 year, 8 months ago

        You can actually afford that?

    2. KieranKA
      • 4 Years
      1 year, 8 months ago

      I definitely want Salah, Son, Saka, Palmer, Haaland and Watkins to start every week, and Muniz looks a decent enabler. Currently weighing options for the last slot (Gordon, Luíz, MGW, Rice, Garnacho)

    3. Tonyawesome69
      • 6 Years
      1 year, 8 months ago

      There won't be a set and forget front 8 when you look at the potential doubles in 34/37

    4. g40steve
      • 7 Years
      1 year, 8 months ago

      Currently weighing up Haaland, Solanke, Watkins & who to drop?

      Solanke probably doubles again but Watkins has most points of all

      .

    5. DARE TO BISCAN
      • 7 Years
      1 year, 8 months ago

      Saka, Foden, Palmer, Son, Salah
      Muniz, Haaland, Darwen

      Will swap about as needed. Son/Darwen most at risk

  15. Dennis System
    • 7 Years
    1 year, 8 months ago

    How to get Salah?

    KDB + Porro > Salah + 3.8m def (-4)
    or
    KDB + Saliba > Salah + 4.2m def (got Gabriel) (-4)
    or
    KDB + Solanke > Salah + Muniz (-4)

    1. jacob1989
      • 3 Years
      1 year, 8 months ago

      B or c perhaps

  16. FPL Virgin
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 9 Years
    1 year, 8 months ago

    A blank gameweek that will go down in history and yet no scout notes before the Sunday kick off .

    1. Baps Hunter
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 8 Years
      1 year, 8 months ago

      Who needs them?

  17. My heart goes Salalalalah
    • 8 Years
    1 year, 8 months ago

    Only Doug Luiz can save the day

    1. FFS ManU
      • 3 Years
      1 year, 8 months ago

      He's my differential today too.

      1. DARE TO BISCAN
        • 7 Years
        1 year, 8 months ago

        Relying on Luiz pens and Areola pen saves.

  18. TheBiffas
    • 5 Years
    1 year, 8 months ago

    Muniz over Morris on 28 wildcard has worked well

    1. Sgt Frank Drebin
      • 9 Years
      1 year, 8 months ago

      Happy for you

    2. Baps Hunter
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 8 Years
      1 year, 8 months ago

      I did Solanke to Muniz for free this week. Happy that I didn't take hits, WC, BB and FH still intact. However gw25 destroyed my season, playing like lateriser didn't end well. Now I have nothing to lose, so I can live a little and just have fun.

  19. KieranKA
    • 4 Years
    1 year, 8 months ago

    Wildcard 30 - thoughts?

    0.1 ITB
    Petrović // Dúbravka
    Virgil Udogie Bradley // Gabriel Gusto
    Salah Son Saka Palmer // Rice
    Haaland Watkins Muniz

    If price rises go my way I can upgrade Rice to MGW or Luíz. Also considering van de Ven instead of Udogie if fit

    1. jacob1989
      • 3 Years
      1 year, 8 months ago

      Similar to mine but foden a must i believe. I currently have son and Havertz and will sell son to saka after city game

    2. DARE TO BISCAN
      • 7 Years
      1 year, 8 months ago

      Was looking at Rice. Seems freer to bomb on, compared to early season. Think Kiwior helps that balance

  20. jacob1989
    • 3 Years
    1 year, 8 months ago

    Watkins status?

    1. Steamboat Willy Boly
      • 9 Years
      1 year, 8 months ago

      travelled with the squad apparently so he'll play in some form

    2. DARE TO BISCAN
      • 7 Years
      1 year, 8 months ago

      He's in a relationship Jacob

  21. g40steve
    • 7 Years
    1 year, 8 months ago

    Palmer close

    1. Fitzy.
      • 14 Years
      1 year, 8 months ago

      Good man, thanks!

    2. Baps Hunter
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 8 Years
      1 year, 8 months ago

      Great!

    1. Baps Hunter
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 8 Years
      1 year, 8 months ago

      Great!

    2. JBG
      • 7 Years
      1 year, 8 months ago

      Not good for my Kudus differential... Cash headless defending would have been nice for Kudus.

  22. fusen
    • 13 Years
    1 year, 8 months ago

    I have Wood as first sub, can someone go and kick Watkin's cut before the game kicks off?

    1. Fitzy.
      • 14 Years
      1 year, 8 months ago

      You don't think Watkins can better 9 points?

      1. jacob1989
        • 3 Years
        1 year, 8 months ago

        Will be irrelevant. Everyone has him

        1. Fitzy.
          • 14 Years
          1 year, 8 months ago

          Yes, there is that. Wood's points are worth more for sure.

    2. Reddonkeyham 42
      • 11 Years
      1 year, 8 months ago

      Will offer one egg to the person who can injure him in the next hour

    1. Tonyawesome69
      • 6 Years
      1 year, 8 months ago

      442 with Duran and Watkins up top?

  23. g40steve
    • 7 Years
    1 year, 8 months ago

    Cucu G

    1. g40steve
      • 7 Years
      1 year, 8 months ago

      Jackson A

  24. Sgt. Schultz
    • 9 Years
    1 year, 8 months ago

    Cucu G

  25. JBG
    • 7 Years
    1 year, 8 months ago

    Great assist by N.Jackson.

    1. Mr. O'Connell
      • 13 Years
      1 year, 8 months ago

      Say it quietly, he's been pretty ok recently.

      1. Nate(U)dog(ie)
        • 5 Years
        1 year, 8 months ago

        He's looked very good. Need him to stay quieter!

  26. Steamboat Willy Boly
    • 9 Years
    1 year, 8 months ago

    These leicester chelsea shirts are too similar. Can barely tell em apart

  27. Tonyawesome69
    • 6 Years
    1 year, 8 months ago

    Antonio starts, good for Bowen running from wide to inside space

    https://twitter.com/FPL_Rockstar/status/1769347149727203419?t=Kc0cB5VOFH6GhKt_5QqfzA&s=19