Are Defenders Now Key Assets in FPL? ⚽️
I've been truly surprised by the performance of defenders this FPL season! In particular, the new concept of 'Defensive Contribution Points' is changing the game. Bournemouth's Marcos Senesi is at the center of it all, so shall we delve into the details together? 😉
Hello, FPL fans! Today, we're going to discuss a truly fascinating 'talking point' in FPL. I found myself very intrigued after seeing this news. 😉
Defenders: The New Protagonists of FPL?
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This season in FPL, 'Defensive Contribution Points', or 'DefCons' for short, are providing immense scoring potential for many managers. It's incredibly appealing that not just tackles or interceptions, but even clearances and blocks can translate into points! 🤩
Due to this trend, discussions are actively underway among experts regarding the validity of a 'defender-centric strategy'. FPL experts from BBC Sport, Heisenberg, and the FPL Podcast team are reportedly engaged in in-depth discussions on this topic.
Marcos Senesi: The Emergence of a 'Gold-Standard' Defender! 💰
Heisenberg specifically emphasizes that we should pay close attention to Bournemouth's defender, Marcos Senesi. He stated that Senesi has been delivering performances 'worthy of gold' this season. Isn't that incredible? 👏
This season, Senesi has earned Defensive Contribution Points in every single game. Considering he has scored 2 goals in 6 appearances, this translates to an astonishing 12 points. This is a rare achievement and a difficult feat to replicate, so you can imagine how remarkable it is.
Analysis suggests that these 'Defensive Contribution Points' have played a significant role in Senesi becoming one of the highest-scoring defenders in FPL. In fact, across the entire game...
Is the 'Five Defenders' Strategy Really Necessary? 🤔
With the rising value of defenders, the consideration of whether a 'five defenders' strategy can be the answer for this FPL season is deepening. What are your thoughts? Have you already achieved good results with five defenders? Share your experiences in the comments below! 👇
Q&A with Heisenberg
Even more excitingly, a special Q&A session with FPL expert Heisenberg will be held live on the BBC Sport website on Friday, October 3rd, at 3:30 PM (BST). (Date and time information is accurately reflected from the original article). This is an opportunity to directly resolve your FPL strategy queries, so don't miss out! 💯
This FPL season truly offers unpredictable and diverse fun. I hope you all continue to enjoy the game by paying attention to the performance of defenders this FPL season! 😊
Have a great day with FPL today! ✨