In previous FPL seasons, FPL managers could rely on their players’ points being locked in an hour after the final match on any given day. However, the 2024/25 season has introduced a significant change to this process, potentially impacting your FPL strategies. Points and bonus points are no longer final until an hour after the last match of the entire Gameweek. So, how will this rule affect your team management? Let’s dive into the details.
How Do the New Changes Work?
Let’s look at a recent example. In Tottenham Hotspur’s 4-1 win over West Ham United on Saturday, 19 October 2024, an FPL point adjustment occurred following a review of their third goal. Initially, an assist was mistakenly credited to Son Heung-min for his involvement in the goal. However, after a deeper review, it was confirmed that no Fantasy assist would be awarded.
In the 55th minute, Son’s attempt on goal was saved by West Ham’s goalkeeper Alphonse Areola, leading to an own goal by Jean-Clair Todibo. The Premier League Match Centre later re-credited the own goal to Areola, and FPL points were updated accordingly. Since a significant touch was made by Todibo before the own goal, Son did not receive an assist.
This correction occurred before the Gameweek officially ended, roughly one hour after the final match, highlighting the importance of keeping track of late adjustments in FPL points.
The Implications for FPL Managers
These changes could be a game-changer for FPL managers. Points can be altered or even revoked up until the very end of the Gameweek, meaning that matches on earlier days could see revisions based on appeals, player reviews, or even bonus point recalculations.
For example, if you thought you secured a great score by Friday night, that could still change by the end of Monday after the final match. It adds a new layer of suspense, as managers must stay vigilant until all games in the Gameweek are completed.
What Do the Official FPL Rules Say?
The official rulebook for FPL 2024/25 now states:
“Data is supplied by Opta and will not be changed after the last day of the Gameweek has been marked as final. We will not enter into discussion around any of the statistics used to calculate this score for any individual match.”
This means that once the Gameweek has been marked as final, there will be no further discussions or amendments to points—even if appeals or changes are made after that time. Opta data is the final source, and once the final whistle of the last match blows and an hour passes, your team’s points are locked.
Final Thoughts: Stay on Your Toes!
With this change in effect, Fantasy Premier League managers must adapt. Points could shift from day to day depending on appeals and reviews, and the final Gameweek match will now hold even more weight. Always keep an eye on the FPL app or website for any last-minute adjustments before the week’s final fixture ends!
So, what’s the deal?
The 2024/25 rule change to player points adjustments is a subtle yet impactful shift in how Fantasy Premier League operates. Now, points won’t be final until the entire Gameweek is over, meaning managers must pay extra attention to every match until the final whistle. It’s a change that adds new complexity and excitement to your FPL season! If you found this interesting, you might wanna read this.
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