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GAMEWEEK 37
2025/26
FPL GW37 Review: What Actually Mattered (2025/26)
GW37 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 20, 2026
53
Average
68
Green Arrow
83
Elite
Captaincy
Top Performers
AVL · 13.4% owned
15
pts
BRE · 1.6% owned
15
pts
LIV · 30.4% owned
14
pts
CHE · 10.9% owned
13
pts
Disappointments
MCI · 47.1% owned
1
pts
CHE · 37.8% owned
0
pts
MCI · 32.8% 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 GW38Frequently Asked Questions
What was the average FPL score in Gameweek 37?
The average FPL score in Gameweek 37 was 53 points. A score of 68+ was needed for a green arrow, while 83+ was considered an elite score.
Who were the highest scoring FPL players in Gameweek 37?
The top FPL performers in Gameweek 37 were: Watkins (15 pts), O.Dango (15 pts), Virgil (14 pts), Enzo (13 pts).
Did the top FPL captain picks deliver in Gameweek 37?
Haaland disappointed as captain in GW37 with 18 captain points (9 base points).
Which FPL players disappointed in Gameweek 37?
The biggest FPL disappointments in Gameweek 37 were: Semenyo (1 pts), João Pedro (0 pts), Guéhi (2 pts).
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