The FPL BlackBox boys, Az (@ffscout_az) and Luke (@ffscout_luke) are here for Gameweek 31 to talk about an... interesting... double Gameweek for strugglers Burnley and Everton. With one manager planning a 8 points hit worth of transfers, and the other maybe looking to save the transfer, it's clear both managers are going in different directions this week. As well as touching on the best players to own for the upcoming double, the duo will also be looking at all the regular stuff, including: The ...
Mar 30, 2022•1 hr 55 min•Season 2Ep. 65
Where is Mark? Where is Mark? Here is Mark! Mark (@ffscout_mark) returns to FPL Blackbox ahead of maybe the most underwhelming Gameweek of the season. He won't be happy that his co-host Az (@ffscout_az) is currently sat just outside the top 1k, while Mark continues to hover outside the top 100k. What a complete contrast to last season, where these roles were flipped. As well as touching on the best players to own for the blank Gameweek, the duo will also be looking at all the regular stuff, incl...
Mar 17, 2022•1 hr 58 min•Season 2Ep. 64
Az is joined by the guys from @Planet FPL, to discuss how Gameweek 28 is shaping up so far, and what lies ahead in Gameweek 29! At least one of the guests is on a Wildcard... what are they planning? They'll also be looking at all the usual stuff such as: The Great and the Good Player / Team data Captains Matrix GW29 Fixture predictions... ...and more! ---------------------------------------------- 👍 🖋️ Don't forget to Like this video and Subscribe to FPL BlackBox… https://bit.ly/3jwrN96 ⚽ … an...
Mar 09, 2022•2 hr 39 min•Season 2Ep. 63
Az is joined by @pras_fpl and @fpl_sonaldo who host the brilliant Burning Questions video series over on Fantasy Football Scout. Both have brilliant analytical minds, and will be helping Az ahead of some very difficult decisions this week. To save his chips, or to use one? Be warned though... you will be VERY jealous when you see what Pras will be unleashing this week... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 03, 2022•2 hr 6 min•Season 2Ep. 62
Two Fantasy Football Scout employees chat about all things FPL, as Az is joined by legendary manager Tom Freeman. For those of you who don't know, in 12 seasons, Tom has finished in the top 1k an astounding 5 times, with a best finish of 214th in 2018/19. Over this period, Tom has also only finished outside the top 100k once, and has an average finish of 26,876. Ridiculous. With chips having been played in Gameweek 26, and many looking to be played in Gameweek 27, there's clear a lot to discuss....
Feb 24, 2022•2 hr 9 min•Season 2Ep. 61
Az chats to the King of Youtube, @Let's Talk FPL about all things Gameweek 26. Triple Captains.. Bench Boosts... and who are the best DGW options to consider? Andy is plotting a hit or two... tune in to find out who's coming in! They'll also be looking at all the usual stuff such as: The Great and the Good Player / Team data Captains Matrix GW26 Fixture predictions... ...and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 18, 2022•2 hr 8 min•Season 2Ep. 60
Az chats to Oscar a.k.a. FPL Focal about his incredible season so far, which see's him currently at 26th in the overall FPL rankings! But, having been 2nd for much of the season, this is a bit of a slide for Oscar. What are his plans going forward to try and push for that #1 spot? They'll also be looking at all the usual stuff such as: The Great and the Good Player / Team data Captains Matrix GW16 Fixture predictions... ...and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adch...
Feb 02, 2022•1 hr 54 min•Season 2Ep. 59
Gameweek 22 is over and FPL managers will be split into two camps. Who owned Bruno Fernandes for his 23 points haul and who didn't. Well FPL BlackBox is no exception, with one of the lads bringing him in, and the other failing to do so. Hear from Az and Mark as they discuss their contrasting Double Gameweek experiences, and as always, they'll also look at: Gameweek Review The Great and the Good Standings Team data – Defence and Attack Player Data Captain Matrix and Data ...and more! ------------...
Jan 20, 2022•1 hr 47 min•Season 2Ep. 58
Join Mark and Az for the second FPL BlackBox of Gameweek 21. With a couple of new signings in the bag, the duo will be taking a look at the likes of Phil Coutinho, Kieran Trippier… and the mighty Chris Wood. Can this unlikely trio have an impact on our Fantasy seasons? They will also be having another stock check at the state of play of Double Gameweek 22, including Chip strategies, Free Hits and more. ---------------------------------------------- 👍 🖋️ Don't forget to Like this video and Subs...
Jan 13, 2022•2 hr•Season 2Ep. 57
With the announcement of the Double Gameweek ahead of GW22, the BlackBox boys are turning their attention to the offerings at their disposal. The only problem is there isn't much to get excited about. Or is there? As part of a comprehensive review of all things Double Gameweek, the duo will be talking about transfer targets, Free Hit and Chip plans, as well as checking team and player data and their Watchlist. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 07, 2022•1 hr 43 min•Season 2Ep. 56
Return of the Jedi, The Emperor Strikes Back, call him what you want but Mark is back! Join the Godfather himself as he looks to find a way to catch up to Az who is rampaging up the rankings. There are fixture postponements to consider, an extra Free Hit chip, and a chaotic schedule of fixtures, so Mark's return could not come at a better time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 23, 2021•2 hr 4 min•Season 2Ep. 55
Az chats to Simon March, winner of the Fantasy Premier League 2014/15 season. Despite winning the game, Simon has remained an active part of the FPL community, and boasts 5 finishes inside the top 60k in the last 5 seasons since he won. In this episode, they'll be chatting about how the appointment of Ralf Rangnick, combined with United's brilliant fixtures, could mean the current template is well, wrecked. They'll also be looking at all the usual stuff such as: The Great and the Good Player / T...
Dec 10, 2021•2 hr 7 min•Season 2Ep. 54
Az and Luke turn time back a few years and reunite for a FPL TopGuns reunion! The two "maverick" FPL managers started a podcast a few seasons ago, before life got in the way and they had to cease recording. Things are different now. There's more tech, more stats... but this episode will roll back the years as the two combine for a slightly more informal look at the season so far and plans heading in to the festive period. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 25, 2021•2 hr•Ep. 53
With Mark MIA, The FPL General steps in to co-host FPL BlackBox with Az. Both managers are riding high this season, and will be talking about all the usual stuff (Great and the Good, stats etc.) as well as giving their assessments on Spurs assets under Conte, ahead of a busy festive schedule. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 17, 2021•1 hr 57 min•Ep. 52
The worm has very much turned on FPL BlackBox, with Az stretching his lead over Mark to epic proportions and threatening to claim top spot in the Great and the Good league. But Mark is sure to relish the challenge and go all out to reel his co-host rival. Elsewhere in this week's episode, the pair discuss Antonio Conte's arrival at Spurs and the lure of the FPL back four setup ahead of Gameweek 11. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 03, 2021•1 hr 47 min•Ep. 51
It's a milestone episode of FPL Blackbox for several reasons. Obviously the 50 is up, but also because, finally, Az has managed to topple Mark in the rankings and starts an episode in front for the first time. Mark's answer to this event? The Wildcard is active. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 27, 2021•1 hr 58 min•Ep. 50
Az and Mark return for another episode of FPL BlackBox ahead of Gameweek 9, to find themselves troubled by their heavy-hitter strikers. Not so long ago, all the talk was about going "Threemium" and getting on board with both Ronaldo and Lukaku, now, weeks later we have growing doubts about both. The boys assess that shift in confidence ahead of a classic form vs fixtures scenario, as Salah maintains his incredible run of form ahead of his clash with Man United. Which way will Az and Mark fall? I...
Oct 20, 2021•1 hr 53 min•Ep. 49
The FPL BlackBox boys return from the international break for a very special episode. Az not only has his Wildcard active, but he and Mark are joined by none other than Lets Talk FPL's Andy. The three former ScoutCasters are back together to do scrub Az's team refresh and chat all the major issues ahead of Gameweek 8 for those with and without their Wildcard in play. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 13, 2021•2 hr 6 min•Ep. 48
Az is back following his house move and joins up with Mark to tackle the ever shifting Fantasy landscape ahead of Gameweek 7. Arsenal's emergence as a potential force gets some attention, while a rash of defensive casualties undermine last week's cry to go "big at the back". The BlackBox duo respond to both with a full stock check of each position and a glimpse of their would-be Wildcard squads should they press that button. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 29, 2021•2 hr 8 min•Ep. 47
While the Cat's away moving to Hitchin, the mice will play. In this case the mice in question are Mark and guest co-host Luke as they take assume control while Az undergoes his house move. There's much to discuss, not least the new movement towards big investment in defence that's rapidly gaining momentum of the starts made by Chelsea, Man City and Liverpool. Elsewhere, Mark and Luke look back on Gameweek 5, but turn much of their attention to what the forthcoming weekend has in store and and di...
Sep 22, 2021•1 hr 53 min•Ep. 46
Ronaldo has scored twice on his debut, will Mark have egg on his face or will he take solace in the fact that Lukaku has matched him? Also, this is an amazing week for Az… tune in to find out why! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 15, 2021•1 hr 56 min•Ep. 45
The international break is nearly over (thank the Maker) and after the record-breaking episode last time out, the FPL BlackBox boys have got a lot to live up to. To be honest, those boots might be a bit too big to fill, but they'll do their best, and Mark has some extra stats on Man U with Cavani (at Az's request). And as always, the boys preview the Gameweek to come with lots of chat on the captaincy despite Ronaldo's arrival. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Sep 08, 2021•2 hr 4 min•Ep. 44
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Sep 01, 2021•2 hr 3 min•Ep. 43
Gameweek 2 has come and gone and the template remains strong. Except for one man… the mighty Romelu Lukaku has burst onto the scene and at least one of the BlackBox boys has jerked the knee and brought him in.. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 25, 2021•1 hr 59 min•Ep. 42
It's the aftermath of Gameweek 1 and everyone is… happy? This can't be right. Will this happiness last? The BlackBox boys are on hand to try and help you make the important decisions and perhaps go against the template? Oh boy, is it strong this year. As always, they'll also be looking at: Gameweek ReviewThe Great and the Good StandingsTeam data – Defence and AttackPlayer DataCaptain Matrix and Data...and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 18, 2021•1 hr 50 min•Ep. 41
Life begins at 40! It's the 40th episode of FPL BlackBox. Thank you so much to everyone that has supported Mark and Az so far. On today's stream, the BlackBox boys will be making their final preperations for Gameweek 1. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 11, 2021•2 hr 12 min•Ep. 40
As the 21/22 Premier League season draws near, its time to have a look at your team and think… how template am I? If the answer is "very", then you're going to get a very stern telling off from resident maverick @ffscout_luke, who joins Mark and Az as a guest on tonights pod. The three of them will be looking at ways to smash the template, who we should be considering and who is flying under the radar. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 03, 2021•2 hr 16 min•Ep. 39
The BlackBox boys are back in town! Hopefully you are well rested and ready to go again as the 21/22 Premier League season draws near. There's still a few weeks to go, but Az and Mark are shaking off some of the rust to have a look at some of the key talking points this pre-season. With transfers to be made, fitness tests to be conducted and injuries to be monitored, the focus here is on form vs. fixtures as we start to assemble our Gameweek 1 squads. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podc...
Jul 23, 2021•2 hr•Ep. 38
The season is over. Thank you all for joining us for the first season of FPL BlackBox, I hope you've enjoyed it. We'll be using this episode to cast our minds back over the crazy season just passed, identify some lessons and hopefully learn how we can improve for next year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 01, 2021•2 hr•Ep. 37
This is it. The final Gameweek. I hope you are all where you want to be… but lets be honest, if you're not no.1 (Hi Ola), you can still do better. So what's the plan? Settle for what you've got? Or is it time for a last ditch punt to try and climb the ranks? In such a crucial, chaotic Gameweek, we be looking at each position in turn in pursuit of the "Difference Maker" who can help power a final sprint. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 21, 2021•1 hr 51 min•Ep. 36
