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GAMEWEEK 38
2025/26
FPL GW38 Review: What Actually Mattered (2025/26)
GW38 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 25, 2026
41
Average
56
Green Arrow
71
Elite
Captaincy
Top Performers
MUN · 2.4% owned
18
pts
FUL · 0.1% owned
15
pts
MUN · 48.0% owned
14
pts
AVL · 13.0% owned
13
pts
Disappointments
MCI · 62.5% owned
0
pts
ARS · 45.4% owned
1
pts
ARS · 36.4% owned
0
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 GW39Frequently Asked Questions
What was the average FPL score in Gameweek 38?
The average FPL score in Gameweek 38 was 41 points. A score of 56+ was needed for a green arrow, while 71+ was considered an elite score.
Who were the highest scoring FPL players in Gameweek 38?
The top FPL performers in Gameweek 38 were: Dorgu (18 pts), Diop (15 pts), B.Fernandes (14 pts), Watkins (13 pts).
Did the top FPL captain picks deliver in Gameweek 38?
Haaland disappointed as captain in GW38 with 0 captain points (0 base points).
Which FPL players disappointed in Gameweek 38?
The biggest FPL disappointments in Gameweek 38 were: Haaland (0 pts), Gabriel (1 pts), Raya (0 pts).
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