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FPL GW31 Review · 2025/26

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March 23, 2026By FPLai

Scoreboard

How the field scored

38Average

53Green Arrow

68Elite

Key takeaways

GW31 was a brutal gameweek, with an average score of just 38, leaving many managers frustrated. Captaincy was a minefield, as many highly-owned assets failed to return, though Bruno Fernandes bucked the trend. This review breaks down the key events and highlights reusable principles for navigating the unpredictable nature of FPL as we look ahead to GW32.

- Best decision of the GW: Captaining Bruno Fernandes (44.1% ownership) yielded a massive 26 points, crucial in a low-scoring week. - Biggest popular mistake: Over 50% of managers captaining Haaland or Semenyo (both 0 points) led to significant rank drops. - One actionable takeaway for GW32: Recognize the value in differential picks from less obvious fixtures, as evidenced by top scorers from Everton, Nottingham Forest, and Fulham.

Captaincy verdict

Haaland

55% owned

Base0 Captain0

Missed

Semenyo

53.5% owned

Base0 Captain0

Missed

João Pedro

50.6% owned

Base2 Captain4

Missed

B.Fernandes

44.1% owned

Base13 Captain26

Missed

Gabriel

43.1% owned

Base0 Captain0

Missed

Heroes & villains

Heroes

Beto

EVE · 2.5% owned

Scored in Everton's dominant 3-0 win against Chelsea.

16pts

N.Williams

NFO · 2.9% owned

Key performance in Nottingham Forest's surprising 3-0 away victory at Tottenham.

15pts

King

FUL · 1.7% owned

Integral to Fulham's 3-1 home win against Burnley.

13pts

B.Fernandes

MUN · 44.1% owned

Scored in Manchester United's 2-2 draw with Bournemouth, salvaging points for many.

13pts

Villains

HaalandMCI · 55% owned — A complete blank for the most-owned player, dealing a massive blow to over half of all FPL managers.

SemenyoMCI · 53.5% owned — Another highly-owned forward returned zero points, creating widespread disappointment alongside Haaland.

João PedroCHE · 50.6% owned — Delivered a mere 2 points, further exacerbating the captaincy crisis for over half of managers who entrusted him.

The lesson

Trusting the Low Ownership Gem

GW31's top scorers were predominantly low-ownership assets, like Beto (2.5%), N.Williams (2.9%), and King (1.7%). These unexpected hauls highlight that significant points can emerge from less-fancied fixtures and players.

Actionable for GW32

Captaincy Risk vs. Reward

The widespread blank of highly-owned captains (Haaland, Semenyo, João Pedro) contrasted sharply with Bruno Fernandes's solid return. This underscores the volatility of captaincy and the potential for a differential captain to make a huge rank impact.

Actionable for GW32

The Value of Defensive Clean Sheets

In a low-scoring gameweek with many attacking blanks, defenders like Bijol (11 pts, Leeds clean sheet) and Pinnock (10 pts, Brentford clean sheet) provided essential foundational points. Their strong returns in a 0-0 draw highlight the importance of robust defensive picks.

Actionable for GW32

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Frequently Asked Questions

What was the average FPL score in Gameweek 31?

The average FPL score in Gameweek 31 was 38 points. A score of 53+ was needed for a green arrow, while 68+ was considered an elite score.

Who were the highest scoring FPL players in Gameweek 31?

The top FPL performers in Gameweek 31 were: Beto (16 pts), N.Williams (15 pts), King (13 pts), B.Fernandes (13 pts).

Did the top FPL captain picks deliver in Gameweek 31?

Haaland disappointed as captain in GW31 with 0 captain points (0 base points).

Which FPL players disappointed in Gameweek 31?

The biggest FPL disappointments in Gameweek 31 were: Haaland (0 pts), Semenyo (0 pts), João Pedro (2 pts).