FPL Gameweek 28 Tips & Advice: Everything You Need to Know

The Scout and Fantasy experts provide everything you need to know ahead of Saturday's 11:00 GMT deadline

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The Scout and Fantasy Premier League experts are providing managers with everything they need to know ahead of the Gameweek 28 deadline at 11:00 GMT on Saturday 8 March.

Remember, four clubs WON'T have a match in Gameweek 29 so you need to plan ahead! We've got plenty of advice for you below.

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A look at the best Assistant Manager options for Gameweek 28.

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Planning for Blank Gameweek 29

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Click below to see the latest team news in our injuries page, with updates on Newcastle's Lewis Hall (£5.0m), Crystal Palace forward Jean-Philippe Mateta (£7.5m), Liverpool's Cody Gakpo (£7.5m) and more, plus the players who are suspended or close to a ban.

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