While there is no shortage of online fantasy football games, the Fantasy Premier League (FPL) stands out as the most widely embraced option, providing enthusiasts with an opportunity to compete against friends and rivals on a global scale. During the actual English Premier League (EPL) season, participants earn points based on the real-life performances of their chosen players in EPL matches.
Points are allocated for various positive on-field actions like goals, assists, and clean sheets, while they can be deducted for negative events such as yellow or red cards and conceding goals.
The objective is to amass as many points as possible and engage in competition with other Fantasy Premier League managers, either within private leagues or the overall rankings.
To register a team for the 2023-24 Fantasy Premier League, visit the official website of the game. If you don’t already have an account, you can sign up by following the provided instructions.
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Once registered, you can select a team name and move on to the most enjoyable part of the process: picking your players.
Each FPL manager is allotted a budget of £100 million to assemble a squad of 15 players, consisting of two goalkeepers, five defenders, five midfielders, and three forwards. However, you can have a maximum of three players from each Premier League team.
How to play the Fantasy Premier League
The primary objective of the Fantasy Premier League is to accumulate as many points as possible throughout the 2023-24 season.
From your pool of 15 players, you must choose a starting XI for each “Gameweek,” with players earning points based on their performance in those fixtures.
While you have the flexibility to select any formation, your team must always include one goalkeeper, at least three defenders, and at least one forward.
It’s crucial to arrange your substitute players on the bench because the game will automatically substitute a benched player if one of your starting XI doesn’t play in a particular game week.
You also need to designate a captain and a vice-captain before each game week. The captain receives double points, while the vice-captain serves as a backup in case your captain doesn’t play, with the double points then going to the vice-captain.
Upon registering, you will automatically join various “general leagues,” including a fan league based on the team you support, a country league, a “Gameweek” league based on your sign-up timing, and an overall league.
Furthermore, you have the option to create an invitational mini-league, either in a classic or head-to-head format, allowing you to compete against friends and family.
In addition to the standard league format, FPL teams are entered into the cup competition, the start date of which is determined by the total number of players participating.
While there are no strict limitations on when you can enter your team, fairness is maintained by allowing only one team per individual.
Fantasy Premier League offers a range of prizes for high-performing teams during the 2023-24 season:
The most prestigious prize goes to the team that finishes first in the overall Fantasy Premier League rankings worldwide.
This top performer earns a seven-night getaway in the UK, complete with VIP hospitality at two Premier League matches in the 2024-25 season.
Additionally, the winner receives a Hublot-connected watch, a copy of the EA SPORTS FC game, and a choice between a laptop computer or a SIM-free smartphone.
Other notable prizes are up for grabs as well. The runner-up in the overall standings, along with those ranking in the top 20, receives recognition and rewards.
Special awards await the 2023-24 FPL Cup champion and runner-up, as well as the Manager of the Month and Manager of the Week.
The Complete list of Awards for FPL 2023/24:
| Prize | 1st Place | 2nd Place | 3rd Place | 4th Place | 5th Place | 6th-20th Place |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023/24 Fantasy Premier League Champion | – 7-night break in the UK inclusive of two VIP hospitality at two 2024/25 Premier League matches – A selection of experiences at popular UK tourist attractions – Includes travel and 7 nights’ accommodation – Hublot connected watch – Official Premier League Nike match ball – EA SPORTS FC™ game – Laptop computer OR SIM-free smartphone – Noise-cancelling headphones (in-ear OR on-ear) – Personalised FPL bundle consisting of a rucksack, T-shirt, mug, thermal bottle, stress ball, pen, pad, and key ring | – Two hospitality tickets at one 2024/25 Premier League match – Includes travel and 3 nights’ accommodation – Official Premier League Nike match ball – EA SPORTS FC™ game – Laptop computer OR SIM-free smartphone – Noise-cancelling headphones (in-ear OR on-ear) – FPL bundle consisting of a rucksack, T-shirt, mug, thermal bottle, stress ball, pen, pad, and key ring | – Two hospitality tickets at one 2024/25 Premier League match – Includes travel and 3 nights’ accommodation – Official Premier League Nike match ball – EA SPORTS FC™ game – Tablet computer – FPL bundle consisting of a rucksack, T-shirt, mug, thermal bottle, stress ball, pen, pad, and key ring | – Official Premier League Nike match ball – EA SPORTS FC™ game – Tablet computer – Noise-cancelling headphones (in-ear OR on-ear) – FPL bundle consisting of a rucksack, T-shirt, mug, thermal bottle, stress ball, pen, pad, and key ring | – Official Premier League Nike match ball – EA SPORTS FC™ game – Noise-cancelling headphones (in-ear OR on-ear) – FPL bundle consisting of a rucksack, T-shirt, mug, thermal bottle, stress ball, pen, pad, and key ring | – Official Premier League Nike match ball – EA SPORTS FC™ game – FPL bundle consisting of a rucksack, T-shirt, mug, thermal bottle, stress ball, pen, pad, and key ring |
For Cup Winners
| Prize | 2023/24 FPL Cup Winner | 2023/24 FPL Cup Runner-up |
|---|---|---|
| 2023/24 FPL Cup Winner | – Two hospitality tickets at one 2024/25 Premier League match – Includes travel and 3 nights’ accommodation – Official Premier League Nike match ball – EA SPORTS FC™ game – Laptop computer OR SIM-free smartphone – Noise-cancelling headphones (in-ear OR on-ear) – Personalised FPL bundle consisting of a rucksack, T-shirt, mug, thermal bottle, stress ball, pen, pad, and key ring | |
| 2023/24 FPL Cup Runner-up | – Official Premier League Nike match ball – EA SPORTS FC™ game – Tablet computer – Noise-cancelling headphones (in-ear OR on-ear) – FPL bundle consisting of a rucksack, T-shirt, mug, thermal bottle, stress ball, pen, pad, and key ring |