Hall of Fame

FPL Hall of Fame: Tips and strategy from nine-time 10k finisher Finn Sollie

We hear from nine-time top 10k finisher Finn Sollie as we continue to champion those in our Hall of Fame roll of honour.

Here at Fantasy Football Scout, we are acknowledging the best of the best when it comes to Fantasy Premier League (FPL).

And so, every year, we will salute the top five managers in our prestigious Career Hall of Fame.

The managers who can break into the top five will be immortalised on our Hall of Fame page.

You can check your own position in the Hall of Fame by becoming a Fantasy Football Scout Member and joining either of our two FPL mini-leagues.

Our Live Hall of Fame, which is updated throughout the season, had its first refresh for 2021/22 over the September international break and you’ll be able to see all the correct new IDs attached to the managers in question.

Having previously heard from Hall of Fame number one Fábio Borges, we ask a few questions of Finn, who is third in the standings after an exceptional overall rank of 39th in 2021/22.

Hall of Fame Career #1-#5 2
HOW DO YOU GENERALLY APPROACH FPL? WHAT IS YOUR MAIN STRATEGY/STYLE?

Finn: I mainly play relatively boring/template FPL and try to avoid punts and unproven players.

I’ll try to watch quite a few games each week to scout potential transfers, but I’ll also listen to several stats-based podcasts and follow Twitter accounts that share a lot of useful and interesting information/statistics that influence my decision-making process.

I don’t plan too far ahead and will generally just try to transfer in good players who have relatively strong fixtures and who I think will get strong returns in the next 5-10 Gameweeks, and then adapt to injuries/suspensions/formational changes/’form’ after each Gameweek.

I don’t aim to take too many hits during a season, but I will probably take a few at the start to increase team value and correct my initial mistakes. Later, I will probably not be taking too many if I don’t have to due to injuries/suspensions.

WHAT IS YOUR BEST FPL MOMENT?

Finn: I don’t really have any single moments/Gameweeks that stand out, but finishing 39th last season was good!

WHAT ARE YOUR TOP TIPS FOR SECURING A GOOD FINISH?

Finn: Buy players that you think will perform well over the next 5-10 Gameweeks, and be patient even if they don’t perform straight away.

Listen to content providers (podcast/Twitter) who do a lot of research and have some good historical finishes. They will save you a lot of time, and make sure that you have all the relevant information you need to make good decisions (stats/press conferences/fixture swings etc).

Don’t try to be smarter than everyone else. The template is popular for a reason.

Don’t take hits every week: around 10-12 hits per season should be more than enough.

WHAT STATS DO YOU PAY MOST ATTENTION TO? WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE TOOL IN THE PREMIUM MEMBERS AREA?

Finn: I don’t really have a “go-to” stat, but obviously expected goals (xG) and expected assists (xA) will be important for attacking players, and expected goals conceded (xGC) when considering defences.

I do like to look at heatmaps, attempted shots/assists, and I pay attention to touches in the final third and the opposition’s penalty area.

In the Premium Members Area, I like to use the comparison tool when in doubt about a transfer decision, and I’ll probably look at more or less all the stats available when using this tool.

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626 Comments Post a Comment
  1. Fpl_Ludwig
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 2 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    I can’t decide between Gray and Gallagher
    Who’s the better option?

    1. Killitzer
      • 14 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      You would imagine Gray this week vs Norwich

    2. Cornholi0
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Gray

    3. Holmes
      • 10 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      For next few games, Gray is probably better

    4. Eze Really?
      • 9 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Normally Gray but with Toffees problems I have little faith.

      1. Thomas Magnum
        • 8 Years
        2 years, 6 months ago

        This, people forget that Gray will be relying on Rondon to turn in his assists

        1. Pacer.
          • 9 Years
          2 years, 6 months ago

          think you got that the wrong way round

    5. Boywiththesoupdragontattoo
      • 6 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      I’d personally go for Gallagher.

  2. _Gunner
    • 9 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    What to do with Traore’?

    A- Sell to Sarr
    B- Sell to Gallagher
    C- Hold and wish for the best

    1. Killitzer
      • 14 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      If it’s free then A

      1. _Gunner
        • 9 Years
        2 years, 6 months ago

        For free yes

    2. Cornholi0
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Hold

    3. fish&chips
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      To quote Finn in the article above "Buy players that you think will perform well over the next 5-10 Gameweeks, and be patient even if they don’t perform straight away."

      So C

      1. _Gunner
        • 9 Years
        2 years, 6 months ago

        Thanks Mate
        Will Hold then

    4. R.C
      • 6 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      A

  3. Killitzer
    • 14 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    Morning all

    Looking at shipping Jota and/or Greenwood next week depending how this week goes.

    Sanchez Steele
    TAA Duffy Livra White Marcal
    Salah Jota Greenwood Gray McArthur
    Ronaldo Lukaku Dennis

    Save FT?

    1. Holmes
      • 10 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Yep, save. Happy with that defense and Dennis?

      1. Killitzer
        • 14 Years
        2 years, 6 months ago

        With 2FT next week either Jota or Greenwood will go for Sarr (or similar) and Rudiger.

    2. SpaceCadet
      • 10 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Save

  4. Offs!de
    • 11 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    Which one to play.
    A. Veltman ( gonna play Sanchez )
    B. Livramento

    1. Bavarian
      • 6 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Spread the risk, Livra...

      1. Offs!de
        • 11 Years
        2 years, 6 months ago

        Cheers

    2. SpaceCadet
      • 10 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      B

  5. SpaceCadet
    • 10 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    Thoughts on these transfers after this gw for a hit?

    semedo jota bamford > liv odegaard lukaku

    1. Killitzer
      • 14 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Looks good. Arsenal have some decent games though Ode still a bit of a punt.

      1. SpaceCadet
        • 10 Years
        2 years, 6 months ago

        Can change him to any other mid below 6m. Cheers

  6. JonP
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 10 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    Do people think Jota & Fernandes To Sarr and Salah is a good idea?

    (Have Ronaldo but no Trent if that makes a difference)

    1. Offs!de
      • 11 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Think so. Salah is undroppable unless he is injured

    2. SpaceCadet
      • 10 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Yes

    3. Thomas Magnum
      • 8 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      For sure, I think fernandes has run his course, I’m looking to sell him ASAP

    4. _Gunner
      • 9 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Definitely
      Salah is a must

    5. JonP
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 10 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Thanks all.

  7. Thomas Magnum
    • 8 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    Hello all, what do we think of Brentfords defensive assets? they’ve appeared to have scored well so far and are still relatively cheap at 4.5/6. Granted their upcoming fixtures aren’t great, but if on WC could one be good to leave on the bench or are they over achieving so far

    1. Holmes
      • 10 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      I think they will be fine, should keep occasional CSs and avoid conceding too many goals.

      Decent choice at that price.

  8. StopItHarold
    • 7 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    Thoughts on my WC team?

    Guaita Foster
    Alonso TAA Tsim Duffy Livra
    Salah Pogba Benrahma Gallagher Gray
    ASM Ronaldo Antonio

    Feedback appreciated!

    1. Jonesfromthere
      • 11 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Not buying into this ASM love, like it otherwise

    2. g40steve
      • 6 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Perfect for last weeks points 🙂

    3. Lanley Staurel
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      One of your attackers plays for Newcastle and the other for Crystal Palace. Im not sure thats a sustainable wildcard.

      1. Harry the Hack
        • 14 Years
        2 years, 6 months ago

        your cheapies have to come from lower teams in general.

      2. TKC07
        • 4 Years
        2 years, 6 months ago

        Yet Gallagher has more ppg than most of the premium MIDs to name a few Bruno, Mane..

  9. CroatianHammer
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 8 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    So, international break. Brazil have 3 games once more. All 3 in red list countries: Venezuela, Colombia, Brazil...

    Still think Bobby takes his spot back from Jota? What deal have Liverpool reached with Brazil for this next round?

    1. Harry the Hack
      • 14 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      They have agreed not to throw him in jail.

      Players were allowed to play last time. I can't see that now regressing.

      1. CroatianHammer
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 8 Years
        2 years, 6 months ago

        Yes, but after a huge threat from both Brazil and FIFA. Not sure that gets to be ignored this time around. Some arrangement has to have been reached for this round.

  10. Fpl_Ludwig
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 2 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    This is my current team:
    Sanchez
    TAA / Duffy / Marcal / Shaw
    Traore / Salah / Raphinha
    Ron / Rom / Antonio

    Bench: Steele - Gilmour - ayling - mendy

    Should i do only Traore to gray/gallagher or should i take a -4 and get Livra over Ayling and Sarr over traore?

    1. jackruet
      • 2 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Team is fine. I would save FT

  11. jackruet
    • 2 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    Ronaldo has only two tough fixtures ahead ( city,,pool away) not sure i can sell him and buy him back with this price increase.

    1. Bavarian
      • 6 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      He can score easily against anyone, just keep.

    2. Nate(U)dog(ie)
      • 3 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Just hold. I know Lukaku has good fixtures but I didn't understand people trying to justify the idea of selling Ronaldo to get him in by acting like Everton, Leicester and Spurs are the most difficult games he'll face all season. Even Liverpool have been a bit lucky at the back a few times this season and he'll be more than up for those bigger games

  12. Kilkennyking
    • 2 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    Would you rather A salah and Arnold or B Ronaldo and Lukaku

    1. jackruet
      • 2 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Salah arnold and one of Ronaldo/lukaku

      1. Bavarian
        • 6 Years
        2 years, 6 months ago

        This

    2. Harry the Hack
      • 14 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      B and the next best defender (Cancelo/Alonso)

  13. winchester
    • 3 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    Hey lads, have 1FT and 0,9m itb. taa and bamford confirmed out? What transfer should i do lads? Wc gw7-8

    sanchez
    taa shaw livramento
    benrahma salah greenwood sarr
    cr7 antonio bamford

    foster esr tsimi amartey

  14. Ci Siamo
    • 8 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    Which -4 is more worth it?

    a) Raphina and Locadia --> Gilmour and Antonio (343 with 0.2m ITB)

    b) Traore and Raphinha --> Benny and Gallagher (352 and 2m ITB)

    1. Jimbo-Jones
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 7 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Neither.

    2. Bavarian
      • 6 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      None

      1. Ci Siamo
        • 8 Years
        2 years, 6 months ago

        So hold and own no West Ham attackers?

  15. Jimbo-Jones
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 7 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    What to do with Bruno?

    Using his funds to get Ronaldo takes 3 transfers, and really hurts the rest of the team given I already have Salah, TAA & Lukaku. I have 2ft.

    1. Hold (keep an eye on KDB)
    2. Bruno, Digne, Scarlett -> Ronaldo & 9.1 on a def&mid
    3. Sell and spread the funds

    Sanchez
    TAA Shaw Digne White Livra
    Salah Bruno Raph Doucoure Gilmour
    Lukaku Antonio Scarlett

    1. tbos83
      • 3 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      I wouldn't bother bringing in Ronaldo for the next few. I'd hold for now.

  16. Gabbiadini
    • 6 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    Bench one of Jiménez, Duffy or Livramento (have Sanchez)?

    1. Bavarian
      • 6 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Duffy

      1. Gabbiadini
        • 6 Years
        2 years, 6 months ago

        Cheers. Yes, that's how I have it at the moment.
        Although Livramento and Jimenez do contradict.

  17. Eze Really?
    • 9 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    With the top 1 million averaging in excess of 5.5 points per player per match, is it not a pointer for taking hits this season? One should never transfer for 1 week realistically and if there are pointers for covering the points cost, maybe it is worth going for it early doors and benefiting from TV also.

  18. Claudio555
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 6 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    Play Livramento (WOL) or Tierney (TOT) this weekend?

    1. tbos83
      • 3 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Liv

  19. Le Bluff
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 12 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    Pick one for this GW only:

    A) Shaw and Gallagher

    B) Livramento and Greenwood

    1. Gabbiadini
      • 6 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      b

  20. HODGE
    • 10 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    A

  21. Bavarian
    • 6 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    Start Livramento or Semedo?

    1. JUNITED
      • 11 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Livra

  22. Ci Siamo
    • 8 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    Is Raphina looking likely to be out injured this weekend?

    1. Miguel Sanchez
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 7 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      We don’t know yet but my guess is that all three of Ayling, Raphinha and Bamford play

  23. Botman and Robben
    • 7 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    Schmeichel rose in price. Who is buying him???

    1. Steve The Spud
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 4 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Yeah that is an odd one, casuals jumping off sa and Sanchez and saw burnley at home I recon

    2. FPL_Crisis
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      you can see trends on fplstatistics

    3. FPL_Crisis
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      looks to be Mendy owners

  24. Sillet Bang
    • 14 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    Foster
    Taa Shaw Livra
    Salah Gray Gallagher Raphinia
    Lukaku Ronaldo Antonio

    Raya Duffy Skipp Williams

    G2G? Nowt in bank!

    1. Miguel Sanchez
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 7 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Solid -GTG

    2. Gunners in Haaland
      • 4 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Very nice. Good to go!

  25. Flynny
    • 9 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    Morning....2fts. 0.7mitb. Likely wildcard in gw8....what do I do with this please? Just want Just want use 1 ft

    Sanchez
    Taa shaw livra (white ayling)
    Salah greenwood benrahma jota (gilmour)
    Ronaldo Antonio toney

    A.....ayling to christensen (who I'd bench this week)

    B....toney out to someone like king / asm

    Thanks

  26. Gunners in Haaland
    • 4 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    Gtg lads? 1.5itb, no ft.

    Sánchez
    TAA Semedo Rüdiger
    Salah Traoré Gallagher Jota
    Antonio Ronaldo(c) Bamford

    Steele Sissoko Jansson Williams

  27. jia you
    • 7 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    9 players with home fixtures (10 if Trent misses out) this Saturday...always gives that dreaded hope for a decent GW!

    1. DARK SIDE OF THE LOON
      • 7 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      6 here. But I have stopped hoping either ways!

    2. Gunners in Haaland
      • 4 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Only 4

  28. Thursday's Press Conference Times
    Skonto Rigga
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • Has Moderation Rights
    • 6 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    Morning all - only five pressers today but Bielsa's is amongst them:

    Munoz - 1pm
    Dyche - 1.15pm
    Bielsa - 1.15pm
    Potter - 1.30pm
    Frank - 4pm

    1. Karan14
      • 7 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Damn wish Bielsa was tomorrow..
      Not sure we get a concrete update on Raph & Bamf.

      1. Sharkytect
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 9 Years
        2 years, 6 months ago

        Yeah, just more Charles Darwin-speak

      2. The Rumour Mill
        • 7 Years
        2 years, 6 months ago

        We probably won't. But theres still embargoed quotes to come on Friday and whoever dropped the news on Harrison and Raphinha last week was clearly a reliable itk, so we may well hear from them again.

      3. Ruth_NZ
        • 9 Years
        2 years, 6 months ago

        Don't fret about Bamford, he already said he'd be OK for West Ham.

        1. Maximus Bonimus Pointimus
          • 14 Years
          2 years, 6 months ago

          😆

        2. Neeskens Under Matip
          • 12 Years
          2 years, 6 months ago

          Erm

    2. Gunners in Haaland
      • 4 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Thanks

    3. PikeyMikey
      • 5 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Thanks. Where’s the best place to watch these or get the details?

      1. Gunners in Haaland
        • 4 Years
        2 years, 6 months ago

        Twitter

  29. Pedersen
    • 5 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    Planning WC in one to 2 gw. So could use Torres replacement until then. Who is best option? Already have Benhrama, Raphinha and greenwood.

    A) Sarr
    B) Gray
    C) Gallagher
    D) someone else?

    1. Pops15
      • 7 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Sarr

  30. FPL Brains
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • Has Moderation Rights
    • 12 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    Triggered Traore > Gallagher.

    Saw he was close to a price rise and whilst I'd of held Traore for the next two games in particular it's a move I wanted to make in any case, thought Palace were strong at home and he was central to a lot of it. Allows me to have a pick of Chelsea defenders too.