fantasy.premier league/a/leagues/create-join : Creating a Private Fantasy Premier League
Here’s how to create a private league in Fantasy Premier League:
• Log in to your Fantasy Premier League account. Visit the official Fantasy Premier League website and log in using your credentials.
• Navigate to the Leagues section. Once logged in, look for the “Leagues & Cups” tab or section on the page. It’s usually located in the main navigation menu or sidebar.
• Choose to Create a League. Within the Leagues section, you’ll see options to join existing leagues or create a new one. Select the option to “Create a League and Cup” or similar wording.
• Select League Type. You’ll be presented with two main options: Classic Scoring and Head-to-Head. Classic Scoring is the most common format where your overall points accumulate throughout the season. Head-to-Head involves weekly matchups against other managers in your league. Choose the format you prefer.
What are the rules for Fantasy Premier League?
Let’s dive into the rules of Fantasy Premier League (FPL):
Squad Building:
- You start with a budget of £100.0m to create a squad of 15 players.
- Your squad must include:
- 2 goalkeepers
- 5 defenders
- 5 midfielders
- 3 forwards
- Maximum of 3 players from any one Premier League club.
Selecting Your Starting XI:
- Before each Gameweek deadline (90 minutes before the first match), choose your starting 11 players.
- Any formation is allowed, as long as you have at least:
- 1 goalkeeper
- 3 defenders
- 2 midfielders
- 1 forward.
Scoring Points:
- Points are awarded for goals, assists, saves, and clean sheets.
- Bonus points are given based on the Bonus Points System (BPS) in each match.
- If a starting player doesn’t play, the first player on your bench replaces them.
- Choose a captain (score doubled) and a vice-captain (score doubled if captain doesn’t play).
Leagues:
- After creating your squad, join or create leagues to compete with friends and others worldwide.
Enjoy managing your FPL team!