You’ve spent hours perfecting your draft. You’ve debated captaincy picks and chip strategies. But one decision remains — and it’s arguably the toughest of all.
Your FPL team name.
It’s the first thing your rivals see in the league table and the last thing they’ll forget if it’s good enough. Whether you’re going for laughs, intimidation, or pure creativity, choosing the right name is a rite of passage for every Fantasy Premier League manager.
In this guide, I’ll help you land the perfect FPL team name for the 2024/25 season. From pun-heavy picks to pop culture gems, I’ve rounded up the best tips and examples to make your mini-league mates jealous (or at least laugh in disbelief).
Why Your FPL Team Name Actually Matters?
Sure, it won’t get you extra points – but your team name sets the tone for your season – It’ll be your identity for the next 9 months or so. Are you a ruthless tactician? A meme king? A player who peaked in 2017? Your name tells your story.
Plus, in the world of WhatsApp leagues and trophy screenshots, having a strong name gives your gameweek flex that extra punch.
What Makes a Great FPL Team Name?
There’s no right answer, but the best names usually tick one or more of these boxes:
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Punny – Wordplay is the holy grail (e.g. Pique Blinders, Kroos Control)
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Topical – Recent transfers or breakout stars make fresh material (Mbappe Feet, anyone?)
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Personalised – A custom name based on your rivals or inside jokes can be gold
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Cultural references – Football meets pop culture always works (e.g. Champagne Super Rovers, Inter Yermam)
Tips for Picking Your Own FPL Name
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Look at your squad – Any name puns hiding in your picks? Eze Does It, Watkins Glen — it’s all about creativity.
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Check what’s trending – Big-name signings and viral moments often inspire the best names.
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Use your real name – Mix it with a club or phrase (e.g. Ben Mee Up Scotty, Finding Timo).
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Keep it light-hearted – You’ll be stuck with this all season, so pick something that makes you smile.
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Avoid repeats – Try not to reuse names everyone’s already used. Go one step further.
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Still stuck? Need Inspiration?
I’ve got hundreds of Fantasy Premier League team name ideas, organised into categories in our FPLToolbox team name generator including:
- Team names (e.g. Good Kid MAAn City, Vladimir Luton)
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Classic & Timeless (e.g. Giroud Sandstorm, Game of Throw-Ins)
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Funny (e.g. Expected Toulouse, Tea & Busquets)
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Internationally inspired team names (e.g. Under My Barella, Ajax Trees Down)
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Pop Culture & Music (e.g. Good Kid MAAn City, Vladimir Luton)
Check out our FREE FPLToolbox Team Name Generator – it instantly gives you pun-filled, rival-baiting names to suit your style.
Just keep hitting the button until you find the one.
Final Word
Picking a fantasy football team name isn’t just tradition – it’s part of the fun. Whether you’re aiming to intimidate, entertain, or just out-meme your mates, a strong name gives your season the perfect kick-off.
It’s not just about the points – it’s about the banter too. And don’t forget to follow me on Instagram!
