Bonus Point Robbery: The Most Unfair BPS Decisions Ever

In this episode, we delve into the overlooked world of assists in the BPS system. Despite their crucial role in game-changing moments, assists often go unrewarded in the bonus point system. We'll analyze some of the most glaring instances where playmakers were robbed of their rightful bonus points, and discuss the possible reasons behind this anomaly.

In this episode, we delve into the paradoxical world of goalkeepers in the BPS system. Despite making numerous saves and showcasing incredible performances, why do they often miss out on bonus points? We'll analyze specific matches where goalkeepers' heroic efforts were overlooked, and discuss potential improvements to the BPS system to better reward these unsung heroes.

In this episode, we delve into the contentious world of substitute players and their impact on the BPS. We'll explore instances where a substitute's brief yet impactful performance led to a surprising bonus point allocation, leaving managers both amazed and frustrated. Join us as we dissect the BPS system's treatment of substitute players and its implications for Fantasy Premier League strategy.

In this episode, we delve into the often overlooked role of full-backs in the BPS system. Despite their crucial contributions to both defense and attack, these players frequently miss out on bonus points. We'll analyze key matches and player performances to highlight this discrepancy and discuss potential improvements to the BPS system to better recognize full-backs.

In this episode, we delve into the perplexing world of strikers, where scoring goals doesn't always equate to bonus points. We'll analyze specific matches where top-tier strikers were left without bonus points despite their goal-scoring feats, highlighting the inconsistencies within the BPS system. Join us as we dissect the scoring system and discuss potential improvements to ensure fair recognition of every player's contributions.

A critical examination of the most egregious BPS decisions in Fantasy Premier League history. The episode analyzes multiple matches where the bonus point allocation seemed to completely contradict the eye test and match statistics. We explore potential improvements to the system and how it might be reformed to better reflect actual player performance, including expert opinions from FPL analysts and professional football statisticians.

Investigating how set-piece specialists often miss out on bonus points despite creating multiple high-quality chances. The episode focuses on players like James Ward-Prowse and Trent Alexander-Arnold, analyzing matches where their set-piece excellence went unrewarded in the BPS system. We examine how corner kicks, free kicks, and their resulting chances are valued compared to other actions.

Analyzing matches where players with exceptional passing statistics and possession control missed out on bonus points. The episode examines specific games where midfield controllers like Thiago and Rodri dominated possession but received minimal BPS recognition. We investigate how the system weighs possession metrics against more direct attacking and defensive contributions.

Exploring cases where creative midfielders lost bonus points despite dominating play and providing multiple assists. The episode focuses on specific matches where players like Kevin De Bruyne and Bruno Fernandes recorded multiple assists but lost bonus points due to BPS calculations favoring other metrics. We analyze how the system sometimes undervalues creative contributions compared to goals and defensive actions.

An investigation into how defenders accumulate BPS points through various actions, focusing on matches where defensive players secured bonus points despite their team conceding goals. We examine specific cases where center-backs and full-backs accumulated high BPS scores through pass completion and clearances, even in defeats. The episode highlights the potential flaws in how defensive actions are weighted in the BPS system.

A detailed examination of Harry Kane's hat-trick against Burnley in 2017 where he lost bonus points to defensive players. The episode analyzes how missed chances and passing accuracy negatively impacted Kane's BPS score, while exploring the broader pattern of strikers losing bonus points despite scoring multiple goals. We investigate the statistical anomalies and system biases that led to this controversial decision.

Investigating the controversial trend of goalkeepers securing maximum bonus points in low-scoring games despite minimal involvement. The episode focuses on specific matches where goalkeepers with just 2-3 saves earned maximum bonus points over attackers with goal contributions. We analyze the BPS weighting system for goalkeeper actions and how it sometimes creates unfair advantages.

An analysis of Mohamed Salah's incredible four-goal performance against Watford in March 2018, where despite his historic achievement, he barely secured bonus points. The episode examines how the BPS system weighted his missed chances against his goals, comparing it to similar performances that received maximum bonus. We deep dive into the technical aspects of how passing accuracy and defensive actions from other players influenced the final BPS allocation.