Everything to know about FPL – When must players do their fantasy team by and join leagues

The new Premier League season is almost upon us, with millions of Fantasy Football managers worldwide preparing to select their ideal teams.

Whether you're aiming to demonstrate your football knowledge by topping a friends' league, competing against colleagues for a cash prize, or striving to prove that you're among the best football managers globally, it requires an exceptional football IQ to consistently choose players who will earn you points.

While there are several fantasy leagues available, the official Fantasy Premier League (FPL) is the most popular. Since its inception in 2002, the fantasy football league has seen consistent growth in player numbers, with over 10 million participants in the 2023/24 campaign alone.

If you plan to participate virtually in the 2024/25 season, there are several rules and regulations you need to be aware of, as well as crucial cut-off dates to keep you on track. Here, Daily Record breaks down everything you need to know about this year's FPL - from basic rules to spending allowances.

To take part in the 2024/25 Fantasy Premier League, you'll need to create an account on the official FPL website using your email address. Returning players can simply log into their accounts, confirm any changes to their information, accept the terms and conditions, and dive right back in, reports the Express.

Before you can start selecting your squad, you'll need to come up with a team name for your fantasy club. Players often get quite inventive with their team names, usually opting for football-related puns to bring a bit of humour to the game. For instance, this Record reporter chose 'Ba-Celona' this year - a playful combination of Abdoullah Ba and La Liga runners-up, Barcelona, inspired by his