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FPL Fixture Difficulty Rating 2024/25

The most visual FDR tool for Fantasy Premier League. Colour-coded ratings, captain suggestions and differential picks — all free and updated every gameweek.

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How the FDR scale works

5 difficulty levels, colour-coded for instant reading

Easy

Weakest opposition — great for captains and premium assets

Manageable

Decent fixtures — good for differentials and budget options

Medium

Average difficulty — form and home advantage matter more

Tough

Hard fixture — avoid premium captains here

Nightmare

Toughest fixtures — bench or sell premium assets

How to use FDR for FPL success

Tips from experienced FPL managers

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Captain Selection

Target players from teams with FDR 1–2 for the week. Premium attackers with green runs are captain locks.

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Fixture Swings

Look 4–5 gameweeks ahead for fixture swings. Sell assets going into red runs before the rest of the game does.

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Differentials

Budget players from teams with green fixtures are low-ownership differentials that can win weeks.

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Home Advantage

Home fixtures with FDR 1–2 are the sweetest combination. Premium assets at home vs bottom-half clubs are banker captains.

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Double Gameweeks

Teams with double gameweeks and green fixtures are the biggest FPL opportunities of the season.

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Avoid in Red Runs

Even elite players struggle in FDR 4–5 stretches. Rotate them out and invest in assets with better fixtures.

FDR FAQs

What is Fixture Difficulty Rating (FDR) in FPL?

FDR is a score from 1–5 given to each Premier League fixture based on the relative strength of the opposition. A score of 1 means an easy fixture against weak opposition, while 5 means a very tough fixture against a top team. It helps Fantasy Premier League managers plan transfers and captains.

How is FDR calculated?

KickStats Hub calculates FDR using a combination of Elo ratings (which measure overall team strength), recent form, home/away factors, and historical performance data. It is recalculated after every gameweek.

Which teams have the best fixtures right now?

Open the KickStats Hub Fixture Difficulty tab to see the live FDR table ranked by average difficulty over the next 5 matches. Teams with the lowest average FDR have the easiest upcoming run.

How do I use FDR for FPL captaincy?

Look for your premium players (Salah, Haaland, Palmer etc.) facing a team with FDR 1–2. These are your captain locks. Avoid captaining stars with FDR 4–5 fixtures even if they are in form.

Is this FDR tool free?

Yes — the full FDR table, colour-coded ratings and fixture lists are completely free on KickStats Hub. Pro unlocks the Fantasy Hints tab with captain suggestions and differential picks.