Fantrax and Football

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Fantasy football. Banter. Questionable takes. No experts here — just lads chatting draft fantasy premier league and football.

  1. 6 DAYS AGO

    GW35 Review + GW36 Waivers - Gyokeres explodes, Osula on Fire, Leeds Players Deliver

    Gary and Karl break down Game Week 35 with Tim away at a wedding. Newcastle finally secure safety with a win over Brighton - but can they build momentum for next season? Arsenal move six points clear while Man United clinch Champions League football. Is the title race over or can City catch them? The waiver wire team of the week features four Leeds players - are they legitimate holds or sell-high candidates? Gyokeres delivers his best Arsenal performance yet. West Ham face a relegation fight after a 3-0 thrashing. What's behind Villa's collapse in league form? Waiver wire discussion covers final pickup targets with three games left, which breakout performers deserve draft consideration next season, and whether certain streaming options are worth the risk.  Plus: A pod favourite wins start of the week. Join the conversation in the official Fantrax & Football Discord: 👉 https://discord.gg/FAuaGADgEA

    1 hr

  2. 29 APR

    GW34 Review + GW35 Waivers: Igor Jesus Dominance, Casemiro's Resurgence, Arsenal Edge Newcastle

    The gang reunites to break down Game Week 34, starting with Arsenal's nervy 1-0 win over Newcastle. Were Arsenal scared or just feeling the pressure? The hosts debate their title chances with four games left and whether City will catch them in the run-in. Man United's resurgence continues under Michael Carrick as Casemiro rediscovers his best form. What's changed for the Brazilian midfielder? Plus: Bruno Fernandes' historic season continues with elite consistency since his injury return. The relegation battle intensifies as multiple teams fight for survival. Igor Jesus delivers another massive performance—is he the plug-and-play forward you need? And with injuries mounting across the league, the hosts identify which players to target and which to avoid as the season winds down. Waiver wire discussion focuses on one-week fillers for title chasers and navigating the injury crisis at several clubs. Join the conversation in the official Fantrax & Football Discord: 👉 https://discord.gg/FAuaGADgEA

    1hr 2min

  3. 21 APR

    DGW33 Review + GW34 Waivers: Ollie Watkins Resurgence, Beto's Reliability, Set Piece Taker Analysis

    The gang reunites to break down Double Gameweek 33 action midway through the fixtures. Ollie Watkins is finally back to form - is he trustworthy rest of season or will Villa rest him for Europa League? Beto has become Mr. Reliable - can you trust him against West Ham next? Newcastle and Chelsea's poor form continues. Should you bench all of your Newcastle and Chelsea players?  Plus: Leeds players deliver in the double gameweek - are they legitimate rest-of-season holds? The hosts debut new set piece taker data revealing the top corner takers on the season and analyze whether Stack's injury opens the door for Tanaka as a league-winning pickup. Waiver wire discussion tackles whether James Maddison is worth the risk, plus the hosts reveal their final waiver gems at defender and midfielder for managers making their last push. Join the conversation in the official Fantrax & Football Discord: 👉 https://discord.gg/FAuaGADgEA

    1hr 17min
  4. Fantrax Gazette - Championship Title Race, Cup Semi-Final Drama, Double Gameweek Chaos

    16 APR

    Fantrax Gazette - Championship Title Race, Cup Semi-Final Drama, Double Gameweek Chaos

    The Gazette returns with Duncan, Sean, and Kyle (Pep himself) breaking down the latest league action. Duncan discusses his dominant 180-point performance in the Cup semi-final first leg against Aubrey, who scored a massive 158 points but still trails by 22. The hosts debate the Fantrax double gameweek scheduling controversy that caused chaos across leagues. Should Fantrax have changed the fixtures two days before kickoff? The guys also tackle the eternal auto-sub debate and why opinions remain divided. Championship title race analysis sees Duncan holding a two-win lead over Karl and Nick, with Nick on a nine-game win streak making things interesting. Plus: Premier League predictions as Kyle and Sean chase down Michael for the title. Manager of the Month standings are updated, and the hosts predict who will secure promotion from League One alongside the locked-in Sam. Join the conversation in the official Fantrax & Football Discord: 👉 https://discord.gg/FAuaGADgEA

    1hr 31min

  5. 14 APR

    GW32 Review + DGW33 Waivers - Rio N'gumoha Hype, Alexander Isak Returns, Double Gameweek Targets

    Game Week 32 is in the books, and Eugenio returns for his third appearance on the show to break down the latest action. The episode kicks off with debate over the Lisandro Martinez red card before diving into the weekend's biggest talking points. Alexander Isak is back from injury, but should you start him? The guys debate whether he's still a must-start player or if there are better options rest of season. Plus: Is Rio N'gumoha the waiver wire pickup that could win you a championship? The hosts analyze his explosive potential and minutes risk. Double Gameweek 33 strategy focuses on which players to target from teams playing twice. The hosts discuss Brighton's best options, rotation risks, and whether West Ham's high scoring can continue. Join the conversation in the official Fantrax & Football Discord: 👉 https://discord.gg/FAuaGADgEA

    1hr 21min
  6. Fantrax Gazette - Title Races, Cup Semi-Final Draw & Managers dominating MOTM

    8 APR

    Fantrax Gazette - Title Races, Cup Semi-Final Draw & Managers dominating MOTM

    The Gazette returns with a special edition featuring Ben, Matt, Sam, and surprise guest Nick joining the conversation. For the first time in podcast history, neither Karl nor Gary are on the show. The guys break down the league standings with seven game weeks remaining. Sam holds a commanding 12-point lead in League One, but can he avoid an Arsenal-level collapse? Nick's on an eight-game win streak chasing Duncan in the Championship, while the Premier League title race heats up with Michael's impressive form. Cup quarterfinal matchups are analyzed, Manager of the Month standings debated, and the hosts tackle the big question: who's going down alongside Burnley? Plus discussion on West Ham's survival chances, Spurs' relegation battle, and whether Arsenal can avoid choking in the Premier League. A lively episode with multiple perspectives on the season's final stretch. Join the conversation in the official Fantrax & Football Discord: 👉 https://discord.gg/FAuaGADgEA

    1hr 15min

  7. 25 MAR

    International Break Special - Rest of Season Mini Draft

    The last international break starts with a special episode featuring Jordan (ForeverMidtable) from the Discord community. Jordan shares his background in data analytics, his stats modeling work for Fantrax, and his journey from American fantasy football to the Premier League. The guys tackle a rest-of-season redraft exercise across different ownership tiers, debating which players offer the best value for the final eight game weeks. Who should you target in each ownership bracket? Which players are overvalued? And will Gary pick Danny Welbeck? Discussion includes set piece dominance this season, why Szobozlai's ADP was criminally low, and what trends will shape next year's draft strategy. Join the conversation in the official Fantrax & Football Discord: 👉 https://discord.gg/FAuaGADgEA

    1hr 21min

  8. 23 MAR

    GW31 Review - Liverpool/Chelsea Downturn, Harry Wilson's Future, Ethan Pinnock!

    Game Week 31 is done and dusted, and the boys head into the international break licking their wounds. Tim and Karl suffer Tyne-Wear Derby heartbreak while Gary processes Arsenal's League Cup final defeat to City. The hosts debate Liverpool and Chelsea's downturn in form and which players you can still trust rest of season. Is Fantrax legend Ethan Pinnock back? Can you continue to trust Brentford players with their nightmare fixture run-in? A deep dive into Harry Wilson's 2026 draft capital sees the guys debate whether a Hollywood homecoming to Wrexham is on the cards, plus discussion on double gameweek strategy for Arsenal, City, Palace, and Wolves. Start of the Week returns with a close battle between the hosts and a guest pick. Join the conversation in the official Fantrax & Football Discord: 👉 https://discord.gg/FAuaGADgEA

    1hr 6min
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Fantasy football. Banter. Questionable takes. No experts here — just lads chatting draft fantasy premier league and football.

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  • Creator
    Draft Academical
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    91
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Draft Academical
  • Show Website
    Fantrax and Football

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