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GAMEWEEK 36
2025/26
FPL GW36 Review: What Actually Mattered (2025/26)
GW36 was shaped by captaincy outcomes and a few high-impact hauls. The best returns came from managers who trusted role plus fixture, while several popular picks failed to keep pace with the average score.
By FPLai • May 14, 2026
65
Average
80
Green Arrow
95
Elite
Captaincy
Top Performers
BHA · 1.6% owned
15
pts
MCI · 32.7% owned
15
pts
EVE · 11.7% owned
15
pts
BHA · 0.9% owned
14
pts
Disappointments
CHE · 38.3% owned
2
pts
BRE · 32.1% owned
2
pts
LIV · 30.5% owned
2
pts
Takeaways
01
Do not ignore minutes security
The gap between a good pick and a useful pick is often whether the player stays on the pitch long enough to reach bonus and late attacking returns.
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02
Ownership still changes rank impact
A blank from a highly owned player hurts less than a blank from an isolated differential, but it still blocks green arrows if the alternative hauls.
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03
Use fixture quality as a tiebreaker
When two players are close, the easier fixture and clearer role should decide the move rather than last week's headline score.
→ Actionable for GW37Frequently Asked Questions
What was the average FPL score in Gameweek 36?
The average FPL score in Gameweek 36 was 65 points. A score of 80+ was needed for a green arrow, while 95+ was considered an elite score.
Who were the highest scoring FPL players in Gameweek 36?
The top FPL performers in Gameweek 36 were: De Cuyper (15 pts), Guéhi (15 pts), Tarkowski (15 pts), Dunk (14 pts).
Did the top FPL captain picks deliver in Gameweek 36?
Haaland disappointed as captain in GW36 with 22 captain points (11 base points).
Which FPL players disappointed in Gameweek 36?
The biggest FPL disappointments in Gameweek 36 were: João Pedro (2 pts), Thiago (2 pts), Virgil (2 pts).
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