FPL Hits and Flops From GW 4 Revealed

Gameweek 4 of the 2025/26 Fantasy Premier League season was one for the history books, seriously, I’m still recovering from the rollercoaster. If you’re here for the breakdown of FPL hits and flops, settle in! This is the week FPL reminded us why we keep playing: drama, heartbreak, and a few sneaky high scores that had me punching the air…

GW4 FPL Hits: Absolute Stars

Let’s talk FPL hits first.

Erling Haaland

No one caused more havoc than Erling Haaland. The Norwegian goal machine showcased his superstar status with a brace against Manchester United, showing why he's one of the best forwards to pick in FPL. I never sweat about giving him the captain’s armband because even when it feels too easy, the payoff is unreal. He’s earned his “automatic captain” rep yet again this week, and anyone who overthought it probably regrets it.

Antoine Semenyo

Another massive FPL hit in GW4 was Antoine Semenyo from Bournemouth. If you took my advice and brought him in, you were laughing! Semenyo found both the net and a team-mate for an assist, justifying his huge transfer numbers (over 575K managers) and rewarding those value-chasing differential moves that make the game so much fun. I’ll admit I hit ‘confirm transfer’ with a grin. He’s been electric this season.

Martin Zubimendi

In midfield, Martín Zubimendi for Arsenal stunned everyone with a brace. As a defensive-minded player, he’s not usually my go-to for attacking returns, but this week, he was unstoppable and the true differential hero.

GW4 FPL Flops: The Epic Letdowns

Chris Wood

Wood started for Forest up front against Chelsea but failed to register a single shot on target and was largely ineffective as Forest fell 2-0. His minimal impact hurt managers banking on his differential value.

Jack Grealish

Despite more than 1.7 million managers transferring him in, Grealish blanked with just two points, leaving FPL teams frustrated. Everton dominated, but Grealish couldn’t convert chances, a letdown after his Player of the Month form in August.

Florian Wirtz

Wirtz played the full match for Liverpool but was quiet throughout and failed to produce any attacking returns, even as Liverpool beat Burnley. His low impact made him one of the standout FPL flops of GW4. Even Sportsdunia's FPL Fixture Difficulty Tool clocked this as an easy fixture for the Reds midfielder.

The Hits and Flops Mentality

This week, every FPL manager had their faith in premium picks and their eye on wild differentials. My team, like many, was a mix. The hits like Haaland and Semenyo made me fist pump my way to a green arrow, while the flops left me staring at the transfer page and contemplating bold moves for GW5. The best part? Sharing the pain and glory with others, everyone had stories, rants about missed points, shock scores, and captaincy drama.

GW5 Planning: What’s Next?

If GW4 taught us anything, it’s to never rely on reputation alone. I’m looking at stats, underlying numbers, and those in-form FPL hits that are rising under the radar. The premium flops will bounce back, but the differentials can change a season fast. And if you want an edge over your opponents in the next Gameweek, use Sportsdunia's free FPL points predictor to see what your team could end up scoring.
All in all, the 2025/26 FPL Gameweek 4 brought a wild mix of hits and flops, keeping things spicy as always. So, who were your biggest FPL hits and flops? What lesson did GW4 teach your squad? Stick to the process, chase those upside-down picks, and remember, FPL always has surprises up its sleeve.