FFS Cup

The latest FFS Cup fixtures and results

Our FFS Open Cup and FFS Members Cup competitions are nearing their conclusions, with the semi-finals set to take place in Gameweek 23.

There’s a total of £600-worth of prizes on offer across the two tournaments, with a full breakdown towards the bottom of this article.

FFS MEMBERS CUP

Our highest-ranked manager in the FFS Members Cup quarter-finals bowed out, with alblack12 putting an end to ZIKOFLY’s run in the competition.

Mingo dropped out of the top 1k but still did enough to see off Phoenix From The Flames 63-56.

Scrumper and thalliday1985 both had an excellent time of it in Gameweek 22, each moving inside the top 10k with scores of 80 and 93 and seeing off Batmaniac and Congers in thumping victories.

Quarter-final results
TeamScoreRankTeamScoreRank
alblack125940245vsZIKOFLY55468
Batmaniac5825177vsScrumper808642
Mingo631504vsPhoenix From The Flames5626765
thalliday1985938014vsCongers538266
Semi-final draw
Mingo1504vsScrumper8642
thalliday19858014vsalblack1240245

FFS OPEN CUP

Sadly, the spate of recent FPL hacks has even affected our FFS Open Cup.

With one of our quarter-finalists already a ‘Restored’ team after a presumed hack in Gameweek 7, we lost Matjes_taet to more senseless suspicious activity.

The mysterious ‘Restored’ side continued their fairytale run with a victory over Dansen.

Fusen and rocco10 also progressed, with Bruno Fernandes hauls helping them on the way to victories over Icy Hot and Bousy_boozer.

Quarter-final results
TeamScoreRankTeamScoreRank
Icy Hot5376054vsFusen76106079
Matjes_taet-39888891243vsTallestJohn5255831
Dansen5591162vsRestored611020067
rocco107322357vsBousy_boozer5834262
Semi-final draw
Fusen106079vsRestored1020067
rocco1022357vsTallestJohn55831

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 Open 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

​The FFS Members Cup competition will run as follows:

  • Qualifying – Gameweek 13
  • Round 1 – Gameweek 15
  • Round 2 – Gameweek 16
  • Round 3 – Gameweek 17
  • Round 4 – Gameweek 18
  • Round 5 – Gameweek 19
  • Round 6 – 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 Open Cup and FFS Members Cup are as follows:

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

310 Comments Post a Comment
  1. _Gunner
    • 9 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    If, Leeds and Villa get a double, would you do the below for -8?

    Gray + Antonio + James > Raphinha + Watkins + Digne

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

      I'm not convinced Villa are solid defensively so I don't think i'll go for Digne. I also wouldn't drop Gray for a hit as his fixtures are good, form is good and he has 3 games in hand. Antonio to Watkins if they double for -4? Mm maybe

      1. _Gunner
        • 9 Years
        2 years, 3 months ago

        that would be for free

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

          James out would be my priority for FT. Wolves/City defense would be the targets.

          1. NorCal Villan
            • 2 Years
            2 years, 3 months ago

            Agree with Clifford

    2. TopBinFC
      • 2 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      I'd say worry about that if double is announced, until pressers no one knows whos available.

  2. Nightcrawler
    • 4 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Would Love to see a DGW 23 involving Watford

    Tripled up on them last GW only for the Burnley game to be chalked off

  3. Weeb Kakashi
    • 8 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Start Alonso OR Gray?

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

      Gray

  4. aapoman
    • 10 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    If the rumoured doubles happen Alonso, Rashfod -> Digne, Raphinha (-4)? Would leave me with 4 dgw players (if doubles happen)

  5. vova
    • 13 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Anyone else going without Villa even if they get a DGW?

    I want to but it's either

    A) Digne to come in as a 4th defender (I usually play 3atb now)
    B) Watkins to come in for Ronaldo

    both would mean Saka get benched

    Would you do either of those moves?

    1. GE
      • 7 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      B later

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

    Is Raph a doubt for DGW given he will play international matches?

  7. Vlad Tepes
    • 7 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    When will we get news if there will be a DGW 23?

    1. The Knights Template
      • 10 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      When I’m fast asleep most likely.

    2. FCSB
      • 8 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Today

  8. marcos11
    • 3 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Bring in KDB or Coutinho for Mount? And do Dalot > Digne for -4 if Villa get a DGW? Would be playing Lucas otherwise.

    1. as33
      • 8 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Im keen on getting KDB and captain him

    2. Botman and Robben
      • 7 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      KDB

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

      Kdb

      1. NorCal Villan
        • 2 Years
        2 years, 3 months ago

        You down with KDB? yeah you know me

  9. Lord of Ings
    • 8 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Start one of:-
    A)Toney
    B)Gray
    Leaning towards A since toney did do well in the reverse fixture and Gray has been average at best lately

    1. GE
      • 7 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      A

  10. FCSB
    • 8 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    So based on Ben Crellins pages it’s looking like Burnley v Watford will be announced as a DGW fixture on 5 February…

    Possibly this will pave the way for Leeds v Villa to be announced too…

    What’s everyone’s plan?

    1. el polako
      • 6 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      I stopped planning, just going with the flow at the moment.

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

        This, why plan for ifs and maybes, nothing certain yet

    2. The Mentaculus
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • Has Moderation Rights
      • 2 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Watkins & Raphinha is my plan. Played WC, wont be chasing doubles with -4/-8s every week anymore, just prioritising 1/2 key assets. Think its too early for Coutinho & any other Leeds pick (even as a fan) feels punty

  11. GE
    • 7 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    OUT

    1) Gray (play 3-4-3)
    2) Brownhill (play 3-5-2)

    IN

    A) Raphinha
    B) Foden
    C) Save, not worth it

    Current front 7:

    Jota/Bowen/Maddison/Gray
    Ronaldo/Antonio/Dennis

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

      Not C

  12. Bavarian
    • 6 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Really confused who to C this GW?

    A- TAA
    B- Jota
    C- Cancelo
    D- Kane
    E- King
    F- Bruno
    G- Antonio
    H- Bowen

    1. Rohirrims
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 8 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      You've answered your own question

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

        You mean Cancelo 🙂

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

      B

    3. vova
      • 13 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Gotta wait and see if we get any DGWs, if Watford have a DGW then King becomes an interesting punt.

    4. Botman and Robben
      • 7 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      B or C

    5. el polako
      • 6 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Jota = form, fixture and no Salah.

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

      Cheers All, appreciate it...

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

      C

    8. Sun Jihai
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 12 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Jota just scored a brace...

  13. balint84
    • 8 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    A) KDb + Dennis (-4)
    B) no transfers, but can Salah buy back without -4 next week

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

      Leaning towards B

  14. Lord of Ings
    • 8 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Anyone starting foster over DDG?

    1. el polako
      • 6 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      United will concede against Hammers, questions is are you really trust Watford's defence? Even against League One side ?

    2. Sailboats
      • 8 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      DDG and Foster owner here. I will start DDG because of save points

      1. NorCal Villan
        • 2 Years
        2 years, 3 months ago

        Trusting Watford’s defense is the opposite of a good decision

  15. tibollom
    • 7 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Anyone?? if DGW is announced, would you take a hit to do Johnson + DCL to Digne + Watkins?

    DDG Bach
    Taa cancelo cucurella johnson livra
    ESR jota bruno bowen Foden
    antonio Dennis DCL

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

      Not much to lose with that, gives benching headache though. Prefer Cash over Digne.

      1. tibollom
        • 7 Years
        2 years, 3 months ago

        thanks mate.. think i'd play 343 with cucurella, livra and ESR on bench most likely...

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

        cash interesting option as well, thanks

    2. EmreCan Hustle
      • 11 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Everton will have their own doubles. Would you bring DCL back then? Johnson to Digne yes.

      1. tibollom
        • 7 Years
        2 years, 3 months ago

        prob wouldnt bring him back no, everton as just not very good atm...

        1. NorCal Villan
          • 2 Years
          2 years, 3 months ago

          Until DCL shows some signs of life I wouldn’t mess with him

  16. EmreCan Hustle
    • 11 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    If it's Villa and Burnley with the DGWs, second game played in Feb. Would you be nervous given it's Burnley?

    The game might get called off.

    1. Steve The Spud
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 4 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Not sure I would be, Covid cases in the league and in general are shooting down, I’d be fairly confident it will be on

      1. EmreCan Hustle
        • 11 Years
        2 years, 3 months ago

        Cheers.

    2. TopBinFC
      • 2 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      I wouldn't be buying players for a game 2 weeks away, plan for the games this weekend!

  17. JAYPEE
    • 5 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Should I do Foden and Son to KDB and Raphinha for a -4?

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

      Or Bernardo, Son and James to KDB Raphinha and Digne for a -8

      1. tibollom
        • 7 Years
        2 years, 3 months ago

        wow -8.. prob not mate, i guess it depends on the rest of your team

      2. marcos11
        • 3 Years
        2 years, 3 months ago

        Think maybe Son/James > Raph/Digne for -4

    2. TopBinFC
      • 2 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Why sell Foden, could easily outscore KDB, just son to Raph maybe

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

        This

    3. AD2110
      • 6 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Would you not want Son back when he’s fit?

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

    Do you reckon Ronaldo will start ? Cheers. I personally do but curious what other people think.

    1. Lucky Z
      • 6 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Why he should not?

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

        Why not should he?

        1. Lucky Z
          • 6 Years
          2 years, 3 months ago

          Because he is XI player and fit

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

      No, I think they play better without him.

    3. TopBinFC
      • 2 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Yeah I think so

    4. Sun Jihai
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 12 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Probably though interesting on Redcafe, several MUN fans seem to think he shouldn't:

      "Ronaldo shouldn't start against West Ham. Has been poor lately. I'd like to see Elanga AMLF, Sancho AMRF and Greenwood given a run-out at CF."

  19. Mufc202020
    • 4 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Start

    A) Coufal
    B) Emerson

    1. EmreCan Hustle
      • 11 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      B

  20. el polako
    • 6 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Last night I binge watched 3rd season of "Afer Live" - Ricky Gervais is a genius !!!

    We need more people like him.

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

      I am watching the 6th season of The Expanse.

    2. The Knights Template
      • 10 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      I’m watching Bargain Hunt repeats!

      1. DBW - Slug's Mortgage …
        • 3 Years
        2 years, 3 months ago

        trying to find a mrs??

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

      If you're a fan of The Office / Extras. This video never fails to make me laugh really really hard for a good 20 minutes.

      https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aASwA5Wwqco&t=1000s&ab_channel=danielwilde

    4. DBW - Slug's Mortgage …
      • 3 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      First few episodes of the new series were poor and a I started to wonder why I liked the show in the first place and then the last 3 eps were very emotional and hit home.

      Ricky Gervais is a national treasure.

      1. Andy_Social
        • 11 Years
        2 years, 3 months ago

        Good to know. I watched ep 1 and it wasn't on the level of the first 2 series.

        1. Malcolm Tucker for England …
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 13 Years
          2 years, 3 months ago

          there's a bit more focus on the more out there characters which occasionally misses the mark imo, but was still quality overall

  21. bitm2007
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 9 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Ben Crellins is stating 'I think PL fixtures moving FA Cup R4 weekend would be added to GW23 if they're announced tomorrow, but they might be added to GW24 if they're announced after the GW23 deadline.'

    Can't see the latter happing. A GW already in progress being shortened would be unpresedented, wouldn't it ?

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

      I can see either happening. Bit of a lottery really.

    2. Malcolm Tucker for England …
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Mark is insistent that no games would be added to an active GW, but Planet FPL are more open to the possibility.
      Could go either way (no help i know, sorry)

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

      Adding games to a locked GW would be a farce

      But, we've had plenty of games removed from active GWs already

    4. Now I'm Panicking
      • 9 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      He knows no more than us. FPL will probably make it up as they go along.

  22. Malcolm Tucker for England …
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 13 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    What do we feel the most likely GW Salah makes his return in?
    24 (10th feb vs Lei)
    25 (13th vs Bur)
    26 (19th vs Nor)

    Wondering if he'll be given a rest by Klopp vs Leicester, but worry he may play him in 24 and 26 and rest vs Burnley.

    My brain hurts.

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

      He'll be back in starting 11 in GW24, that man doesn't rest!

      1. Malcolm Tucker for England …
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 13 Years
        2 years, 3 months ago

        the Ronaldo/Salah overlap in fixtures poses the problem then

    2. DBW - Slug's Mortgage …
      • 3 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Just don't worry about it, there's nothing you can do.

      Wait for news, and get on with life...

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

        This, people need to chill

      2. Malcolm Tucker for England …
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 13 Years
        2 years, 3 months ago

        ah, see, that indicaes i now need to get a life.
        That's the 4th item on my to do list! 🙂

        1. DBW - Slug's Mortgage …
          • 3 Years
          2 years, 3 months ago

          No, not saying that.

          I just don't think you should waste time worrying about something you have no control over. Just chill Winston.

          1. Malcolm Tucker for England …
            • Fantasy Football Scout Member
            • 13 Years
            2 years, 3 months ago

            sorry, i know you didn't mean that - i was having a dig at myself!

            Really didn't mean to imply that was what you meant.
            I appeciate the time taken to respond, so would hate it if it was thought i was being funny back at you!

            1. DBW - Slug's Mortgage …
              • 3 Years
              2 years, 3 months ago

              All good, I try not to worry about FPL until the day of deadline and.

              I've got 7 Fanteam and one FPL. It's a mad rush on deadline day but I prefer it that way.

              1. DBW - Slug's Mortgage …
                • 3 Years
                2 years, 3 months ago

                *deadline day

    3. SEXY SOLO SAUCE
      • 7 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Full rest vs Leic and start from then on.

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

      Egypt got to beat an in form Ivory Coast yet and then two more rounds until it starts getting close to affecting GW24. Impossible to say at the moment

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

      Yeah I feel your frustration. Just trying to plan ahead which is difficult under the current circumstances. I'm unsure about holding Ronaldo until Salah returns

    6. mrelpea
      • 7 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      My hunch is that he’ll be back back for GW25

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

    Morning all.

    Ramsdale
    Cancelo Trent Reg Lowton Alonso
    Jota KDB Foden Bowen Gray
    Ronnie Watkins Scarlett

    A) Ronnie to Kane
    B) Ronnie and Gray to Dennis/Edouard and Ramsey/Coutinho

    If I go with A I have enough money to do KDB to Salah and with option B I can do Jota to Salah in one transfer when he’s back

    1. Malcolm Tucker for England …
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      i'd do B with Dennis and Ramsey, personally.
      Villa have some nice fixtures to be added

      1. mrelpea
        • 7 Years
        2 years, 3 months ago

        Cheers Malcolm! I’m with you on the Villa players. Starting to lean towards a hybrid option of the two, bringing in Kane and Ramsey. The latter, of course, only if Villa get the DGW

  24. EL tridente
    • 6 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Cash or Digne?

    1. Malcolm Tucker for England …
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Digne. Up against the 64 year old Coleman this weekend with a point to prove

    2. TopBinFC
      • 2 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Cash

  25. SEXY SOLO SAUCE
    • 7 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Are there any fantasy games where the cup games count towards scoring?
    Because my players always do so well in the cups!

    1. Malcolm Tucker for England …
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Telegraph used to, not sure if still does.

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

      The Sun

  26. Steve The Spud
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 4 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Dis regarding value tied up - Which 2 keepers would you’ve have on wildcard ?

    1. Mr. O'Connell
      • 11 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Lloris and Foster

    2. Malcolm Tucker for England …
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Ramsdale and Butland/Sanchez

    3. The Mentaculus
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • Has Moderation Rights
      • 2 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      I've gone with Sa & Sanchez. Looking at potential triple up of Tierney, Martinelli, Saka down the line so I've decided against Ramsdale

  27. Riverside Red
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 4 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Do we think Coutinho will play from the start v Everton.
    Why the preference of Watkins rather than Ings on this site ...Watkins has proven to be unreliable?

    1. Malcolm Tucker for England …
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Ings' stats have fallen off a cliff since Gerrard arrived and he appears to want to keep Watkins more central if possible

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

      Couts doesn't look able to do 90 mins

      Watkins is a 90 minute man who does a huge amount of work for the team

      Ings can't do that, and the risk of injury is always hanging over him, so he's expected to see more of the bench

  28. Van der Faart
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 12 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Which Wolves full back is most nailed and best option? Ait Nouri only play because Marcal was out?

    1. vova
      • 13 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Ait Nouri first choice, should keep his place over Marcal.

      1. Van der Faart
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 12 Years
        2 years, 3 months ago

        Cheers

  29. vova
    • 13 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Ronaldo to Wakins if Villa have DGW confirmed?

    1. Baron Saturday
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      I think I'll be doing that. Frees up cash for other moves and pending Salah return

  30. Lecky Legs FC
    • 8 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Feel as though I should use my WC not happy with my team as it stands any feedback is welcomed.

    Sanchez
    Cancell Dalot TAA
    Bernardo Bowen Mount Trossard
    Dennis(©) Lukaku Ronaldo

    Subs: Bachmann,Ramsey, Reguillon & Jansson

    0.3 ITB 1 FT

    1. DBW - Slug's Mortgage …
      • 3 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      don't use wildcard imo, don't like this team at all either.

      1. DBW - Slug's Mortgage …
        • 3 Years
        2 years, 3 months ago

        sorry thought this was your new team. play Ramsey over Tross. Sell Bernardo. Rest could be fine this week

    2. Baron Saturday
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Is that current team or wildcard team?

      1. Lecky Legs FC
        • 8 Years
        2 years, 3 months ago

        Current team

        1. Baron Saturday
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 13 Years
          2 years, 3 months ago

          Bernardo, Lukaku and mount the only pressing matters. Probably a hit this week or next needed. Wait for Villa news is possible but maybe Something like Lukaku to Watkins and Bernardo to Foden?