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FPL GW32 Review · 2025/26

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April 14, 2026By FPLai

Scoreboard

How the field scored

46Average
61Green Arrow
76Elite

Key takeaways

Gameweek 32 proved to be a brutal affair for many FPL managers. The average score of 46 hints at a challenging week, but the real pain came from widespread captaincy failures. While the top of the leaderboard saw explosive differential hauls, the majority navigated a minefield of blanks from popular assets. Let's dissect the outcomes and extract actionable principles for GW33, focusing on observable results.

- Targeting differential defenders: Mavropanos (WHU) delivering 21 points exemplifies the week's unexpected defensive hauls. - Over-reliance on premium forward captaincy: Haaland, Semenyo, and João Pedro collectively delivering 4 captain points for over 50% ownership proved costly. - Assess defensive fixtures carefully: Clean sheets and attacking returns from defenders were a major differentiator in GW32; identify similar opportunities.

Captaincy verdict

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Haaland
58.8% owned
Base2 Captain4
Missed
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Semenyo
56.5% owned
Base2 Captain4
Missed
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João Pedro
50.2% owned
Base2 Captain4
Missed
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B.Fernandes
45.1% owned
Base4 Captain8
Missed
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Gabriel
42.5% owned
Base4 Captain8
Missed

Heroes & villains

Heroes

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Mavropanos
WHU · 0.5% owned

Goal and clean sheet in West Ham's 4-0 victory over Wolves.

21pts
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Wieffer
BHA · 0.4% owned

Attacking return and clean sheet in Brighton's 2-0 win at Burnley.

18pts
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Guéhi
MCI · 33.8% owned

Clean sheet and bonus points in Manchester City's dominant 3-0 win over Chelsea.

15pts
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Okafor
LEE · 0.3% owned

Key attacking contributions in Leeds United's 2-1 away victory against Manchester United.

15pts

Villains

HaalandMCI · 58.8% owned — The primary captain choice for over half of FPL managers, his blank of 2 points severely hampered scores and rank aspirations.
2
SemenyoMCI · 56.5% owned — Another heavily owned Manchester City forward failing to return, doubling the pain for managers who backed the City attack.
2
João PedroCHE · 50.2% owned — Completing the trio of premium forward blanks, his lack of attacking returns was devastating for captainers facing Manchester City.
2
RayaARS · 33.5% owned — Conceding 2 goals at home to Bournemouth, he failed to deliver even a save point, disappointing a third of managers relying on an Arsenal clean sheet.
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The lesson

The Power of Differential Defenders

Gameweek 32 demonstrated that defensive hauls from low-owned players can be game-changing. Mavropanos and Wieffer, both under 1% owned, outscored every premium forward, highlighting that clean sheets combined with attacking returns from unexpected sources can redefine a Gameweek.

Actionable for GW33

Captaincy Variance is Real

The widespread blanks among the most popular captain choices (Haaland, Semenyo, João Pedro) underscore the inherent unpredictability of FPL captaincy. Even seemingly 'safe' picks against favourable fixtures can fail, leading to significant rank drops for those who follow the crowd.

Actionable for GW33

Don't Overlook Mid-Priced Enablers

Players like Guéhi (MCI, 15 points, 33.8% owned) and O'Reilly (MCI, 14 points, 13.2% owned) provided excellent returns at a fraction of the cost and ownership of the premium blankers. Identifying these players, especially from strong defensive teams, can offer both points and squad flexibility.

Actionable for GW33

Get GW33 captain picks

To navigate future Gameweeks effectively, consistent data analysis and a willingness to challenge conventional wisdom are crucial. Utilise your FPL tools to delve deeper into performance metrics and identify the next set of difference-makers.

GW33 captain picks

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the average FPL score in Gameweek 32?
The average FPL score in Gameweek 32 was 46 points. A score of 61+ was needed for a green arrow, while 76+ was considered an elite score.
Who were the highest scoring FPL players in Gameweek 32?
The top FPL performers in Gameweek 32 were: Mavropanos (21 pts), Wieffer (18 pts), Guéhi (15 pts), Okafor (15 pts).
Did the top FPL captain picks deliver in Gameweek 32?
Haaland disappointed as captain in GW32 with 4 captain points (2 base points).
Which FPL players disappointed in Gameweek 32?
The biggest FPL disappointments in Gameweek 32 were: Haaland (2 pts), Semenyo (2 pts), João Pedro (2 pts), Raya (1 pts).