The deadlines for making changes to your Fantasy Premier League team are one and a half hours (90 minutes) before the kick-off of the first match of each gameweek.
It’s important to note that the dates and times of matches (and therefore deadlines) can sometimes change due to various factors such as television scheduling, weather conditions…
Keep Track of FPL Deadlines
There are several ways to keep track of FPL deadlines. The most straightforward method is to check the FPL website or app, which displays the deadline for the next gameweek prominently. You can find the deadline for each gameweek in the rules of Official FPL. The deadline will be displayed in your local time (unless you use VPN).
Next FPL deadline times 2024/25 + key dates, UCL, FA Cup, Carabao
Find the next FPL deadline times and key dates for UCL, FA Cup and Carabao cup in the table below
| Gameweek | Deadline (UK Time) | Other events |
|---|---|---|
| GW1 | 15 Aug 18:30 (Fri) | |
| GW2 | 22 Aug 18:30 (Fri) | |
| Carabao Cup R2 (w/c 25 Aug) | ||
| GW3 | 30 Aug 11:00 (Sat) | |
| International Break (1–9 Sep) | ||
| Summer Transfer Window Closes (1 Sep) | ||
| GW4 | 13 Sep 11:00 (Sat) | |
| UCL Matchday 1 (16–18 Sep)Carabao Cup R3 (w/c 15 Sep) | ||
| GW5 | 20 Sep 11:00 (Sat) | |
| Carabao Cup R3 (22 Sep) | ||
| GW6 | 27 Sep 11:00 (Sat) | |
| UCL Matchday 2 (30 Sep–1 Oct) | ||
| GW7 | 4 Oct 13:30 (Sat) | |
| International Break (6–14 Oct) | ||
| GW8 | 18 Oct 13:30 (Sat) | |
| UCL Matchday 3 (21/22 Oct) | ||
| GW9 | 25 Oct 13:30 (Sat) | |
| Carabao Cup R4 (w/c 27 Oct) | ||
| GW10 | 1 Nov 13:30 (Sat) | |
| UCL Matchday 4 (4/5 Nov) | ||
| GW11 | 8 Nov 13:30 (Sat) | |
| International Break (10–18 Nov) | ||
| GW12 | 22 Nov 13:30 (Sat) | |
| UCL Matchday 5 (25/26 Nov) | ||
| GW13 | 29 Nov 13:30 (Sat) | |
| GW14 | 3 Dec 18:30 (Wed) | |
| GW15 | 6 Dec 13:30 (Sat) | |
| UCL Matchday 6 (9/10 Dec) | ||
| GW16 | 13 Dec 13:30 (Sat) | |
| Carabao Cup R5 (w/c 15 Dec) | ||
| GW17 | 20 Dec 13:30 (Sat) | |
| Africa Cup of Nations starts (21 Dec) | ||
| GW18 | 27 Dec 13:30 (Sat) | |
| First Chip Window Closes (Tue 30 Dec 18:29) | ||
| GW19 | 30 Dec 18:30 (Tue) | |
| Second Chip Window Opens (Tue 30 Dec 18:31 – GW20 onwards) | ||
| GW20 | 3 Jan 13:30 (Sat) | |
| GW21 | 7 Jan 18:30 (Wed) | |
| FA Cup Third Round Proper (Sat 10 Jan) | ||
| Carabao Cup Semi-Final 1st Leg (w/c 12 Jan) | ||
| GW22 | 17 Jan 13:30 (Sat) | |
| Africa Cup of Nations ends (18 Jan) | ||
| UCL Matchday 7 (20/21 Jan) | ||
| GW23 | 24 Jan 13:30 (Sat) | |
| UCL Matchday 8 (Wed 28 Jan) | ||
| GW24 | 31 Jan 13:30 (Sat) | |
| Carabao Cup Semi-Final 2nd Leg (w/c 2 Feb) | ||
| GW25 | 7 Feb 13:30 (Sat) | |
| GW26 | 11 Feb 18:30 (Wed) | |
| FA Cup Fourth Round Proper (Sat 14 Feb) | ||
| UCL Knockout Play-offs 1st Leg (17/18 Feb) | ||
| GW27 | 21 Feb 13:30 (Sat) | |
| UCL Knockout Play-offs 2nd Leg (24/25 Feb) | ||
| GW28 | 28 Feb 13:30 (Sat) | |
| FA Cup Fifth Round Proper (Sat 7 Mar) | ||
| GW29 | 4 Mar 18:30 (Wed) | |
| UCL Round of 16 – 1st Leg (10/11 Mar) | ||
| GW30 | 14 Mar 13:30 (Sat) | |
| UCL Round of 16 – 2nd Leg (17/18 Mar) | ||
| GW31 (blank) | 21 Mar 13:30 (Sat) | |
| Carabao Cup Final (Sun 22 Mar) | ||
| International Break (23–31 Mar) | ||
| UCL Quarter-finals – 1st Leg (7/8 Apr) | ||
| GW32 | 11 Apr 13:30 (Sat) | |
| UCL Quarter-finals – 2nd Leg (14/15 Apr) | ||
| GW33 (likely double) | 18 Apr 13:30 (Sat) | |
| GW34 (blank) | 25 Apr 13:30 (Sat) | |
| FA Cup Semi-Final (Sat 25 Apr) | ||
| UCL Semi-finals – 1st Leg (28/29 Apr) | ||
| GW35 | 2 May 13:30 (Sat) | |
| UCL Semi-finals – 2nd Leg (5/6 May) | ||
| GW36 (likely double) | 9 May 13:30 (Sat) | |
| GW37 (unlikely blank) | 17 May 13:30 (Sun) | |
| FA Cup Final (Sat 16 May) | ||
| Europe League Final (20 May 2026) | ||
| GW38 | 24 May 14:30 (Sun) | |
| Conference League Final (27 May 2026) | ||
| UCL Final (Sat 30 May, Budapest) | ||
| International Break (1–9 Jun) | ||
| FIFA World Cup (11 Jun – 19 Jul) |
You can see this table in the FPL Calendar as well
Managing your team before the deadline
Here are a few tips for managing your team effectively:
- Try to make your transfers and team changes well at least few hours before the deadline to avoid last-minute rushes and server crashes.
- Keep an eye on the latest football news for information about injuries, suspensions, and team rotations.
- Consider the long-term fixture schedule when making transfers, not just the next gameweek.
How long does FPL take to update after the deadline?
Normally, FPL takes to update the game approximately 30 – 45 minutes after the deadline. However, the specific timing may vary depending on various factors, such as server load and the complexity of the game week’s matches.
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