Can You Join Fantasy Premier League Late?
So, the season has already started — maybe you're a week (or ten) behind — and you're wondering:
Can you still join Fantasy Premier League late?
Short answer: Yes, absolutely.
But there are a few things to consider if you want to make your late start count.
1. You Can Join at Any Time
Fantasy Premier League (FPL) is open for new registrations all season long. Whether it’s before Gameweek 1 or Gameweek 18, you can create a team and start playing instantly.
The only thing you can’t do?
You won’t score retroactively — points start from the Gameweek you join.
2. Can You Still Join Mini-Leagues Late?
It depends on the type of league:
- Private Classic Leagues: Yes, you can join late — but you'll start with zero points.
- Head-to-Head Leagues: You can’t join after the first deadline. These are locked once the season kicks off.
- Public Leagues: Open all season, but again, you’ll start with your current score.
If your friends already started, they might say:
“Too late, mate!”
But if they're using FPL.fun, they can allow late entries with custom rules or just create a second league for latecomers. 😉
3. Is It Worth Joining FPL Late?
Absolutely. Here’s why:
- You can still aim to beat your mates from the join point forward
- You’ll get full use of wildcards and chips
- You can have fun learning and experimenting without pressure
- It’s never too late for weekly awards, banter, and Mini-League moments
At FPL.fun, you even get:
- Live rankings
- Awards like “Manager of the Week”
- Head-to-head recaps and history tracking
… all of which keep things interesting, even if you joined late.
4. Pro Tips for Late Joiners
- Use your first wildcard wisely (you'll get another in January).
- Look for players with high form and favorable fixtures.
- Focus on winning the week — not the whole season.
- Join a new mini-league with other latecomers!
TL;DR
🎯 Yes, you can join FPL late
🧠 You won’t get past points, but you can still compete
🔥 Use tools like FPL.fun to make every Gameweek count
Ready to jump in?
Create your team now and join the fun at FPL.fun — where late joiners still win bragging rights.