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Fantasy 606 2023/24 season INCOMING01 Aug 202300:22:39

The Fantasy 606 podcast is back as the 2023/24 Premier League season is on the horizon.

From top guests to Sutton Death, Alistair Bruce-Ball looks back at the best bits from last season.

Fantasy 606: Luke Shaw, Mystic Meg and digging for roses?04 Feb 202100:49:34

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave discuss why Chris selected Luke Shaw and how much it paid off for his fantasy team.

Plus, we chat about sloppy captaincy choices, goalkeepers conceding 9 and not losing any points and which player does Ali transfer out?

We'll also resolve Sutton Death and read out some listener emails of course.

Fantasy 606: The toughest fantasy league in the world?28 Jan 202100:46:44

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave bring you another mid gameweek edition of the pod.

They debate whether it's time to bring back Chelsea players after the appointment of Tuchel as well as offer replacement options for Jamie Vardy and Kevin de Bruyne.

Fantasy 606: Why you shouldn’t pick your fantasy team in a hot tub21 Jan 202100:48:15

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave decide it's time to open the phone lines and try to give out advice to the loyal listeners.

They also discuss the reasoning and rationale behind Statman Dave's surprise wildcard at the end of the last podcast as well as find out if Ali's suggestion to triple captain Sterling paid off.

Plus, there's a tense game of Sutton Death.

Topics: 11 mins – Former champion John Acres joins the pod to discuss his season so far. 18 mins – Listener Henry comes on to chat about his fpl team as well as bring some advice to the podcast. 28 mins – Statman Dave’s wildcard strategy after he played the chip last week. 35 mins – 5 Live’s very own Steve Crossman pops by to talk about his “impulsive” fpl management style. 40 mins – Sutton Death – teams that qualified for the 2010 World Cup

Fantasy 606: Is Chris Sutton unlucky and should you Triple Captain Sterling?14 Jan 202100:45:42

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave reflect on a tricky Gameweek 18 as well as look ahead to many teams playing twice in Gameweek 19.

Chris plays Dave in the first fpl related game of Sutton Death plus Ali has trawled through the thousands of listener emails in the inbox this week.

Fantasy 606: Toads, Tinder and tumbling fixtures07 Jan 202100:52:47

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave bring you the latest fpl advice and entertainment.

We discuss whether to play one of your chips and what strategy to take into game weeks 18 and 19.

Plus we play Sutton Death.

Fantasy 606: The New Year’s Eve party pod31 Dec 202000:54:33

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave end the year with a mini pod party.

As Statman Dave welcomes back Bruno Fernandes to his fpl team, the team ask if Rashford is also another asset for fantasy football managers to be signing.

Plus in the spirit of the season, Chris, Ali and Dave make their 2021 fpl New Year's resolutions.

Fantasy 606: Is it all smelling like roses?17 Dec 202000:49:38

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave discuss road rage, long term planning and who Ali apparently resembles from the footballing world.

The emails are still flooding into the Fantasy 606 inbox from across the globe, so Ali, Chris and Dave attempt to provide some advice and top tips to help your fpl teams.

And you'll find out whether Statman Dave can make it 3 wins out of 3 in another game of Sutton Death.

Fantasy 606: Turbo Timo, jingle bells and a very quiet Bruce10 Dec 202000:46:46

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave are back for another update from the fpl world.

This week they discuss whether to keep or sell Timo Werner as well as try to create a fantasy team with the top scoring players in the game.

And to top it all off, there’s an all singing and dancing game of Sutton Death hosted by Mr Christmas himself, Chris Sutton.

Fantasy 606: Jermaine Beckford, fence sitting and dating with Dave03 Dec 202000:47:50

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave are joined by former Leeds United striker Jermaine Beckford.

All the praise is piled on Statman Dave by Chris as he has made it into the top 50,000 FPL players in the world. Plus find out if Dave can finally muster up a win in Sutton Death.

Fantasy 606: Smugman Dave, Manchester City fixtures and the art of penalty taking26 Nov 202000:46:33

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave discuss whether to keep, sell or buy Manchester City players due to their more 'favourable' fixture list over the coming weeks.

Also hear about THAT Troy Deeney penalty from the FA Cup semi-final as well as an unmissable game of Sutton Death between Ali and Chris.

Fantasy 606: The villain, the valiant and the victorious01 Jun 202300:54:32

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave are back with the final episode of the season.

Jonathan Woodgate joins the pod after winning head-to-head Division 1.

They also announce the winners of Division 2, Fantasy 606 Overall and the all important mini-league. Will Statman Dave be victorious?

Plus, there’s a European-themed game of Sutton Death.

Fantasy 606: Sell Salah, Joe Sant and stats with Che Adams19 Nov 202000:46:22

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave look ahead to Gameweek 9 as the international break ends.

Southampton's Che Adams joins Ali to chat fantasy football and Statman Dave gets another message from his next head-to-head challenger.

Plus with Salah out due to Covid-19, what are your options, does he sit on your bench? Do you sell him? Statman Dave offers his best advice.

Fantasy 606: Is fpl management just luck?12 Nov 202000:45:30

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave keep bringing you the best advice from the world of fantasy football throughout the international break.

Find out how Chris and Ali's teams would have fared if no changes had been made throughout the season and hear about how Statman Dave feels after a crushing defeat to Darren Fletcher and Jermaine Jenas in the head-to-head league.

Plus Ali and Dave put your best advice to Chris, will he take it on board?

Fantasy 606: Get in Grealish, Dave's wildcard and Sparks fly05 Nov 202000:49:46

Statman Dave has played his wildcard. Chris Sutton and Alistair Bruce-Ball react to the news and go through his decisions one-by-one.

Plus a special guest joins the pod and Chris and Dave battle it out in a hard fought game of Sutton Death.

Fantasy 606: Spreadsheets, xG and can you have too much gravy?29 Oct 202000:48:07

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave reunite after Gameweek 6.

Medical assistant Dave gives the latest on injuries to Kevin De Bruyne and Michail Antonio as well as possible replacements for your FPL team. Plus, Chris and Ali question Statman Dave to find out exactly what xG is and the reasoning behind the data.

Fantasy 606: Dr Dave, premium midfielders and Sam Quek15 Oct 202000:49:53

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave look ahead to Gameweek 5 as the international break draws to a close.

They chat whether you should sell your premium midfielders as well as assess their squads before the deadline.

Sam Quek joins the pod to discuss the start of her fantasy football season and her advice for anyone on the hockey pitch.

Fantasy 606: A vicar, a freestyle skier and Phil Mitchell24 Sep 202000:45:57

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave reunite after Gameweek 2.

They discuss the reasoning behind Ali's decision to sell Son as well as decide which premium players to bring in for Gameweek 3.

You'll also hear a slightly more successful game of Sutton Death and a special guest from Ali's past joins the pod.

Fantasy 606: Fashion, furniture and Faf de Klerk17 Sep 202000:49:38

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave review their first game week back.

They're joined by seasoned fantasy football manager Danny Care to chat ahead of the clash between Danny and Chris in this week's head-to-head fixture.

Statman Dave provides the facts and figures as to which Manchester City and Manchester United players to ship in for this game week and gives us the latest from the world of fashion.

Fantasy 606: The battle begins10 Sep 202000:50:04

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave are back for another season of fantasy football.

You'll hear their team selections and best bits of advice ahead game week one as well as the first game of Sutton Death this season.

How to take part: https://bbc.in/2FqEG4Z

606 Savage Social: Glenn Hoddle07 Jul 202001:06:02

The former England manager and one of the most talented footballers of his generation, Glenn Hoddle, joins Robbie Savage to answer your questions and shares fascinating insight into his life in football.

He discusses his time in charge of England, including taking them to the 1998 World Cup, leaving Paul Gascoigne out of that squad, dropping David Beckham for the first match and that heart-breaking defeat on penalties to Argentina in the knock-out stages.

Plus, he talks about his playing career with Tottenham Hotspur and Monaco, being player manager at Swindon and Chelsea, then returning to Spurs as a head coach.

606 Savage Social is a Shooting Shark Production for BBC 5 Live.

606 Savage Social: Ryan Giggs30 Jun 202000:53:05

One of the most decorated footballers of all time and current Wales manager, Ryan Giggs, joins Robbie Savage to answer your questions.

The Manchester United legend discusses facing racism as a youngster and playing in that famous ‘Class of ‘92’ Manchester United youth team.

Giggs answers questions from fans on his incredible title winning career, spent entirely at Old Trafford, playing for Sir Alex Ferguson, how close he came to leaving and who he’d love to have seen sign for the club.

He also reveals the differences between being a player and becoming the manager of Wales.

606 Savage Social is a Shooting Shark Production for BBC 5 Live.

Fantasy 606: Strategic thinking and 'Zutton' death25 May 202300:51:42

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave preview the final weekend of the Premier League season.

Statman Dave's confidence is high as he looks to win the league title but can he do it?

With one gameweek to go, find out who you should include in your final team of the season.

Plus, there's an alphabet-themed game of Sutton Death.

606 Savage Social: Phil Neville23 Jun 202000:49:53

Lionesses' manager Phil Neville joins Robbie Savage to answer your questions.

The former Manchester United and Everton player talks about the future after he steps down from the England role, how far he could have gone if he picked cricket over football, who he wishes the Red Devils would’ve signed, Roy Keane versus Duncan Ferguson, memories of Euro '96 and the class of ’92.

He also discusses the disappointment at coming so close to World Cup final glory as manager of the England Women’s team.

606 Savage Social is a Shooting Shark Production for BBC 5 Live.

606 Savage Social: Bernardo Silva16 Jun 202000:42:34

Manchester City and Portugal midfielder Bernardo Silva joins Robbie Savage to answer your questions about his already trophy laden career. Including winning the French league title with Monaco and two league titles, an FA Cup and three League Cups in his three years at City.

Bernardo talks about life playing for Man City, which players he loves playing with, what Pep Guardiola is like to play for and who are his toughest opponents in the Premier League.

He also selects his 5 a-side team made up of players he’s played with, talks about that infamous Champions League Quarter Final defeat to Spurs and answers the question who is better, his countryman Ronaldo or Messi?

606 Savage Social is a Shooting Shark Production for BBC 5 Live.

606 Savage Social: Ian Rush09 Jun 202000:43:23

One of football's greatest ever goal scorers, Ian Rush, joins Robbie Savage to answer your questions about his incredible career.

Ian talks about both the spells he had as a Liverpool player, his move to Juventus and the differences of playing in Italy. The striker speaks about his heartbreak of never qualifying for a major tournament for Wales and offers his expert advice for all budding strikers on finishing.

Ian scored 346 times for Liverpool during in his two spells at the club between 1980 and 1996. During that time he won 5 league titles, 2 European Cups, 3 FA Cups and 5 League Cups with the reds. He also played for Juventus, Leeds, Newcastle, Chester City, Sydney Olympic and Robbie's home town club of Wrexham.

606 Savage Social is a Shooting Shark Production for BBC 5 Live

606 Savage Social: Fara Williams MBE02 Jun 202000:55:23

England’s most capped player and current Reading midfielder, Fara Williams, joins Robbie Savage to answer your questions about her incredible story.

Fara talks about her early years playing in ‘the cage’ on her estate in South London, being homeless while in the England youth team, appearances in three World Cups and being awarded an MBE.

One of the greatest players to grace the women's game with Chelsea, Charlton, Everton, Liverpool and Arsenal earning 172 caps for the Lionesses, the midfielder has a story like no other in football.

606 Savage Social is a Shooting Shark Production for BBC 5 Live.

606 Savage Social: Jack Wilshere26 May 202000:44:30

Current West Ham and former Arsenal, Bolton and Bournemouth midfielder Jack Wilshere joins Robbie Savage to answer your questions.

Everything from his injuries to the difference in Pellegrini and Moyes' management styles, from being the Gunner's youngest ever league debutant to who he'd like to throw a pizza at (!), plus the impact of Robin Van Persie leaving the Emirates Stadium and much, much more.

606 Savage Social is a Shooting Shark Production for BBC 5 Live.

606 Savage Social: Rio Ferdinand19 May 202000:39:36

Former Manchester United and England defender Rio Ferdinand links up with Robbie Savage to answer listener questions.

Topics include his biggest career highs and lows, the controversial move across the Pennines from Leeds, his first meeting with Sir Alex Ferguson, advice for young players and which footballers he’d sign if he was in charge at Old Trafford.

606 Savage Social is a Shooting Shark Production for BBC 5 Live.

606 Savage Social: Paul Scholes12 May 202000:48:33

Manchester United legend Paul Scholes links up with Robbie Savage to answer listener questions.

Topics include his surprise retirement and end to his England career, the greatest players to grace Old Trafford and being on the receiving end of Sir Alex Ferguson’s ‘hairdryer treatment’.

Plus Scholsey talks being a netball dad, picks his ultimate 5-a-side team and talks about which current United player is most like Robbie Savage!

The Savage Social is a Shooting Shark Production for BBC 5 Live.

606 Savage Social: Michael Owen12 May 202000:41:22

Michael Owen links up with Robbie Savage during the lockdown to answer your questions.

The Ballon d’Or winner and England goalscoring legend answers questions about his move from Liverpool to Real Madrid, some of his favourite players and why he joined Manchester United.

He also picks his greatest Premier League strikers and ultimate 5-a-side line-up from former team mates, and much more.

The Savage Social is a Shooting Shark Production for BBC 5 Live.

Fantasy 606: Double differentials and replacing Rashford18 May 202300:50:15

Alistair Bruce-Ball and Chris Sutton are back to preview gameweek 37 of Fantasy Premier League.

With just two weeks to go before the end of the season, is now the time to go differential to win your mini league?

After Marcus Rashford missed Manchester United’s win over Wolves due to injury, find out whether you should look to replace him in your side.

Plus the organiser of GW39, Benny Blanco, joins the pod to talk about the FPL charity football match and play Sutton Death.

Fantasy 606: Hands, shoulders and odd socks11 May 202300:49:47

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave are joined by Luke Kempner to preview gameweek 36 of Fantasy Premier League.

With just three weeks left of the season there’s some fighting talk between Chris and Dave about who will win the league.

Luke takes on Dave in a Eurovision-themed game of Sutton Death.

Plus Pep Guardiola drops by to give us some early team news.

Fantasy 606: Pass Go and collect Newcastle players04 May 202300:50:50

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave look ahead to gameweek 34 of Fantasy Premier League.

Megan Hughes joins the pod to discuss the battle at the top of head-to-head league division one. Can she beat Jonathan Woodgate to the title?

Statman Dave advises which assets to get in ahead of the last four games of the season.

Plus, there's a Monopoly-themed game of Sutton Death.

Fantasy 606: Dos and don'ts in a double gameweek27 Apr 202300:51:35

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave bring you your weekly dose of Fantasy Premier League chat.

Fantasy Football Scout CEO Chris James joins the pod to help preview double gameweek 34 and plays a difficult manager themed game of Sutton Death.

Statman Dave tells us who has made the cut for his wildcard and which teams are best to have multiple assets from.

Plus, there's some fighting talk as we head towards the end of the season.

Fantasy 606: Wildcards, Watkins and Dave's differentials20 Apr 202300:52:12

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave preview gameweek 32 of Fantasy Premier League.

Former Leeds United striker Jermaine Beckford joins the pod after pressing the wildcard button for his side.

Statman Dave talks us through his differential picks for the remaining fixtures in the season and highlights the strikers that will score points.

Plus, there's a goal-scoring game of Sutton Death between Chris and Jermaine.

Fantasy 606: Salah's spot-kick and the sea anemone13 Apr 202300:49:40

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave bring you your weekly dose of FPL chat.

Should you keep Mo Salah? And who gets your captain's armband this week?

Dr Dave assesses Marcus Rashford after he picked up an injury against Everton.

The buzzer police are out again during the Masters for the pronunciation of sea anemone.

Plus, one lucky listener plays Sutton Death.

Fantasy 606: FPL x The Masters? In your wildest dreams06 Apr 202300:50:17

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave are back to talk all things Fantasy Premier League.

They’re joined by golf correspondent Iain Carter in Augusta ahead of the start of the Masters.

We talk manager sackings and what this means for Leicester going forward.

Plus, Ali tells us about his nightmares growing up.

Fantasy 606: free hit fishing across the pond16 Mar 202300:46:08

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave are back to talk all things Fantasy Premier League.

Brandon and Josh from the Always Cheating podcast join from across the pond in New York.

There's plenty of advice on who to include in a free hit side and also what to do if you still have chips left.

Plus, Ali and Dave team up in a USA-themed game of Sutton Death.

Fantasy 606: Oh my Ward and the 'vegetarian'09 Mar 202300:55:14

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave are joined by Wes aka FPL Heisenberg to look ahead to gameweek 27.

There's plenty of advice on when to use your chips and if you have already used them, how you can make a long term plan.

Did Ali's wildcard pay off for him? And why did Chris pick Toney over Nunez?

Plus Chris gets stitched up Sutton Death style.

Fantasy 606: Manchester United, muntjacs and missing balls02 Mar 202300:47:32

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave are back to talk all things Fantasy Premier League.

Captaincy is a talking point ahead of gameweek 26. Do you play it safe with Haaland? Or is now the time to go differential?

Statman Dave shares possible wildcard transfers and suggests ways to plan ahead.

Plus, Those Damn Crows drummer Ronnie Huxford joins the pod for a Manchester United-themed game of Sutton Death.

Fantasy 606: Liverpool, flat as a pancake?23 Feb 202300:46:27

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave are back ahead of gameweek 25 of Fantasy Premier League.

Former England goalkeeper Rob Green joins the pod for a Shrove Tuesday edition of Sutton Death.

Statman Dave advises what to do about Liverpool assets ahead of a double gameweek for them.

Plus, we look back on a successful gameweek 24 for the listener team.

Fantasy 606: Tarkowski, trowels and planting trees16 Feb 202300:50:35

Alistair Bruce-Ball and Chris Sutton are joined by doctor Raj Chohan to look ahead to gameweek 24 of FPL.

The panel discuss whether long-term planning is the way forward with double gameweeks coming up for Liverpool and Everton.

Is James Tarkowski someone to look at in defence? Do you need Mahrez in your side?

Plus, Chris and Raj go head to head in Sutton Death.

Fantasy 606: Three FPL managers and a packet of crisps09 Feb 202300:51:33

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave look ahead to gameweek 23 of Fantasy Premier League.

Listener Spud Page joins the pod to talk us through his team Alphabetico Madrid and shows us differential ways to play the game.

Is an Arsenal triple up the way to go? Or do you need to look further in advance to plan for the future?

Plus, Statman and Spud go head-to-head in a crisp-themed edition of Sutton Death.

Fantasy 606: Haaland the second rower and the 'Wegasaurus'02 Feb 202300:46:00

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave are back to talk all things Fantasy Premier League.

Ahead of a double gameweek for Manchester United and Leeds, Statman Dave advises which players should be in your side.

Danny Care joins the pod ahead of the Six Nations and plays a Calcutta Cup-themed Sutton Death.

Plus, who is the 'People's Pep' this week in our Listener Lowdown feature?

Fantasy 606: The pod with Holly, Solly and the usual three wallies26 Jan 202300:49:23

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave are back to talk all things Fantasy Premier League.

FPL expert Holly Shand joins the pod to give her advice and tips as we pass the halfway point in the season. Statman and Holly advise the best transfers to make before a double gameweek.

Should you include Solly March in your side? And is now the time to move on Mo Salah?

Plus there's a penalty themed game of Sutton Death.

Fantasy 606: Clough & Taylor's free hit failure19 Jan 202300:49:15

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave are back to talk all things FPL.

Ollie Sutton aka Taylor joins the pod to discuss the father and son management partnership, and explains his decision behind playing their free hit chip.

Statman Dave backs Wout Weghorst and tells us which Brighton midfielders are worth buying.

Plus, listener Roberto Hollis talks us through his moves as he takes the reins of the listener's team.

Fantasy 606: Double gameweek thoughts and Neil Warnock’s shorts05 Jan 202300:50:32

Alistair Bruce-Ball and Chris Sutton are back for more fantasy football fun.

FPL Focal, AKA Oscar, joins the guys to discuss Aleksandr Mitrovic’s suspension following his yellow card against Leicester and which Manchester City options to use if you want to triple up ahead of their double gameweeks.

And actor Rick Bithell, a regular doctor on Coronation Street, joins the pod for a game of Sutton Death.

Fantasy 606: Merry Mitro, dimferentials & tinned squid29 Dec 202200:53:53

Alistair Bruce-Ball and Chris Sutton are joined by FPL expert Gianni Butticè to talk all things Fantasy Premier League. They react to the Boxing Day results and assess their post-World Cup squads. Gianni and Ali play a Christmas-themed Sutton Death. And listener Ryan eyes up changes to the listeners’ team.

Fantasy 606: Fantasy is back with a Christmas cracker15 Dec 202200:47:18

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave are reunited after the World Cup to talk all things Fantasy Premier League.

With the resumption of the Premier League just over a week away, find out which players you should add to your team using your wildcard.

Who does Statman Dave think is a good asset after their performance in Qatar?

And Chris and Ali bring some festive cheer to the pod with some carolling.

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