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Alistair Bruce-Ball and Chris Sutton are back to help the listeners during the international break whilst Statman Dave has a rest week. They look back on an all-round low scoring GW 29 as well as answer your emails and questions.

Your football calls with Robbie Savage and Chris Sutton. Phone 08085 909693 free from mobiles and landlines. Text 85058 at your standard message rate. Get the podcast from the BBC Sounds app.

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave bring you another out of this world fantasy football podcast. They discuss whether to bring in Aubameyang as well as what your plan of action should be for game week 29 with only 4 fixtures taking place. Plus Statman Dave hosts a lively game of Sutton Death.

Your football calls with Robbie Savage and Chris Sutton. Phone 08085 909693 free from mobiles and landlines. Text 85058 at your standard message rate. Get the podcast from the BBC Sounds app.

We heard from fans discussing Leeds resilient draw against Chelsea, West Brom’s chances of survival and Burnley’s big result at Everton. There’s a North London derby edition of Gone in 60 Suttons, and Robbie’s mum Val is back with more predictions. The show originally aired on March 13th 2021 on BBC Radio 5 Live.

The podcast celebrates Chris Sutton's birthday,but which one of the pod presenters has forgotten? Statman Dave has advice on whether it's time to sell the game's most expensive asset in Mohamed Salah, and whether we should go for one, two or three Tottenham players in return. And there's two guests on the podcast, as commentator Vicki Sparks, fresh from beating Chris in the head-to-head league, has advice for his opponent this week, presenter Kelly Somers.

Your football calls with Robbie Savage and Chris Sutton. Phone 08085 909693 free from mobiles and landlines. Text 85058 at your standard message rate. Get the podcast from the BBC Sounds app.

Robbie Savage and Chris Sutton took your calls on Saturday’s football action. We heard from Arsenal fans after another unsatisfying result for Arteta’s team. Rangers supporters called in to celebrate Gerrard’s push for the SPL title, while Sheffield United followers discuss the club’s current predicament and the future of Chris Wilder. And there’s also another edition of The Wanderer and Gone in 60 Suttons. The show originally aired on March 6th 2021 on BBC Radio 5 Live.

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave are back in the middle of Gameweek 26 to discuss whether fantasy football managers should bunk up with Gareth Bale or if it's time to break up with Bruno Fernandes. Plus Ali and Chris go head-to-head in a game of Sutton Death.

Your football calls with Robbie Savage and Chris Sutton. Phone 08085 909693 free from mobiles and landlines. Text 85058 at your standard message rate. Get the podcast from the BBC Sounds app.

Robbie Savage and Chris Sutton took your calls on Saturday’s football action. We heard from fans discussing a controversial decision by referee Lee Mason to disallow, allow, and then disallow a Brighton goal at West Brom. There was also discussion of Manchester City’s dominance as they extended their record with 20 consecutive wins in all competitions, beating West Ham United 2-1. And there’s also another edition of Gone in 60 Suttons. The show originally aired on February 27th 2021 on BBC Radio 5 Live.

As fantasy footballers prepare for make-or-break time, Ali Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave have the latest tips and advice to navigate a crucial double Gameweek. Dave has a left-field choice for a potential captain, while Fantasy 606 league leader Matt Carvel joins the pod to discuss his success so far. And it’s a music edition of Sutton Death as Ali takes on Dave.

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave discuss why Chris selected Luke Shaw and how much it paid off for his fantasy team. Plus, we chat about sloppy captaincy choices, goalkeepers conceding 9 and not losing any points and which player does Ali transfer out? We'll also resolve Sutton Death and read out some listener emails of course.

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave bring you another mid gameweek edition of the pod. They debate whether it's time to bring back Chelsea players after the appointment of Tuchel as well as offer replacement options for Jamie Vardy and Kevin de Bruyne.

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave decide it's time to open the phone lines and try to give out advice to the loyal listeners. They also discuss the reasoning and rationale behind Statman Dave's surprise wildcard at the end of the last podcast as well as find out if Ali's suggestion to triple captain Sterling paid off. Plus, there's a tense game of Sutton Death. Topics: 11 mins – Former champion John Acres joins the pod to discuss his season so far. 18 mins – Listener Henry comes on to chat about his fpl team as well as bring some advice to the podcast. 28 mins – Statman Dave’s wildcard strategy after he played the chip last week. 35 mins – 5 Live’s very own Steve Crossman pops by to talk about his “impulsive” fpl management style. 40 mins – Sutton Death – teams that qualified for the 2010 World Cup

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave reflect on a tricky Gameweek 18 as well as look ahead to many teams playing twice in Gameweek 19. Chris plays Dave in the first fpl related game of Sutton Death plus Ali has trawled through the thousands of listener emails in the inbox this week.

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave bring you the latest fpl advice and entertainment. We discuss whether to play one of your chips and what strategy to take into game weeks 18 and 19. Plus we play Sutton Death.

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave end the year with a mini pod party. As Statman Dave welcomes back Bruno Fernandes to his fpl team, the team ask if Rashford is also another asset for fantasy football managers to be signing. Plus in the spirit of the season, Chris, Ali and Dave make their 2021 fpl New Year's resolutions.

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave discuss road rage, long term planning and who Ali apparently resembles from the footballing world. The emails are still flooding into the Fantasy 606 inbox from across the globe, so Ali, Chris and Dave attempt to provide some advice and top tips to help your fpl teams. And you'll find out whether Statman Dave can make it 3 wins out of 3 in another game of Sutton Death.

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave are back for another update from the fpl world. This week they discuss whether to keep or sell Timo Werner as well as try to create a fantasy team with the top scoring players in the game. And to top it all off, there’s an all singing and dancing game of Sutton Death hosted by Mr Christmas himself, Chris Sutton.

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave are joined by former Leeds United striker Jermaine Beckford. All the praise is piled on Statman Dave by Chris as he has made it into the top 50,000 FPL players in the world. Plus find out if Dave can finally muster up a win in Sutton Death.

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave discuss whether to keep, sell or buy Manchester City players due to their more 'favourable' fixture list over the coming weeks. Also hear about THAT Troy Deeney penalty from the FA Cup semi-final as well as an unmissable game of Sutton Death between Ali and Chris.

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave look ahead to Gameweek 9 as the international break ends. Southampton's Che Adams joins Ali to chat fantasy football and Statman Dave gets another message from his next head-to-head challenger. Plus with Salah out due to Covid-19, what are your options, does he sit on your bench? Do you sell him? Statman Dave offers his best advice.

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave keep bringing you the best advice from the world of fantasy football throughout the international break. Find out how Chris and Ali's teams would have fared if no changes had been made throughout the season and hear about how Statman Dave feels after a crushing defeat to Darren Fletcher and Jermaine Jenas in the head-to-head league. Plus Ali and Dave put your best advice to Chris, will he take it on board?

Statman Dave has played his wildcard. Chris Sutton and Alistair Bruce-Ball react to the news and go through his decisions one-by-one. Plus a special guest joins the pod and Chris and Dave battle it out in a hard fought game of Sutton Death.

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave reunite after Gameweek 6. Medical assistant Dave gives the latest on injuries to Kevin De Bruyne and Michail Antonio as well as possible replacements for your FPL team. Plus, Chris and Ali question Statman Dave to find out exactly what xG is and the reasoning behind the data.

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave look ahead to Gameweek 5 as the international break draws to a close. They chat whether you should sell your premium midfielders as well as assess their squads before the deadline. Sam Quek joins the pod to discuss the start of her fantasy football season and her advice for anyone on the hockey pitch.

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave reunite after Gameweek 2. They discuss the reasoning behind Ali's decision to sell Son as well as decide which premium players to bring in for Gameweek 3. You'll also hear a slightly more successful game of Sutton Death and a special guest from Ali's past joins the pod.

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave review their first game week back. They're joined by seasoned fantasy football manager Danny Care to chat ahead of the clash between Danny and Chris in this week's head-to-head fixture. Statman Dave provides the facts and figures as to which Manchester City and Manchester United players to ship in for this game week and gives us the latest from the world of fashion.

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave are back for another season of fantasy football. You'll hear their team selections and best bits of advice ahead game week one as well as the first game of Sutton Death this season. How to take part: https://bbc.in/2FqEG4Z

The former England manager and one of the most talented footballers of his generation, Glenn Hoddle, joins Robbie Savage to answer your questions and shares fascinating insight into his life in football. He discusses his time in charge of England, including taking them to the 1998 World Cup, leaving Paul Gascoigne out of that squad, dropping David Beckham for the first match and that heart-breaking defeat on penalties to Argentina in the knock-out stages. Plus, he talks about his playing career with Tottenham Hotspur and Monaco, being player manager at Swindon and Chelsea, then returning to Spurs as a head coach. 606 Savage Social is a Shooting Shark Production for BBC 5 Live.

One of the most decorated footballers of all time and current Wales manager, Ryan Giggs, joins Robbie Savage to answer your questions. The Manchester United legend discusses facing racism as a youngster and playing in that famous ‘Class of ‘92’ Manchester United youth team. Giggs answers questions from fans on his incredible title winning career, spent entirely at Old Trafford, playing for Sir Alex Ferguson, how close he came to leaving and who he’d love to have seen sign for the club. He also reveals the differences between being a player and becoming the manager of Wales. 606 Savage Social is a Shooting Shark Production for BBC 5 Live.

Lionesses' manager Phil Neville joins Robbie Savage to answer your questions. The former Manchester United and Everton player talks about the future after he steps down from the England role, how far he could have gone if he picked cricket over football, who he wishes the Red Devils would’ve signed, Roy Keane versus Duncan Ferguson, memories of Euro '96 and the class of ’92. He also discusses the disappointment at coming so close to World Cup final glory as manager of the England Women’s team. 606 Savage Social is a Shooting Shark Production for BBC 5 Live.

Manchester City and Portugal midfielder Bernardo Silva joins Robbie Savage to answer your questions about his already trophy laden career. Including winning the French league title with Monaco and two league titles, an FA Cup and three League Cups in his three years at City. Bernardo talks about life playing for Man City, which players he loves playing with, what Pep Guardiola is like to play for and who are his toughest opponents in the Premier League. He also selects his 5 a-side team made up of players he’s played with, talks about that infamous Champions League Quarter Final defeat to Spurs and answers the question who is better, his countryman Ronaldo or Messi? 606 Savage Social is a Shooting Shark Production for BBC 5 Live.

One of football's greatest ever goal scorers, Ian Rush, joins Robbie Savage to answer your questions about his incredible career. Ian talks about both the spells he had as a Liverpool player, his move to Juventus and the differences of playing in Italy. The striker speaks about his heartbreak of never qualifying for a major tournament for Wales and offers his expert advice for all budding strikers on finishing. Ian scored 346 times for Liverpool during in his two spells at the club between 1980 and 1996. During that time he won 5 league titles, 2 European Cups, 3 FA Cups and 5 League Cups with the reds. He also played for Juventus, Leeds, Newcastle, Chester City, Sydney Olympic and Robbie's home town club of Wrexham. 606 Savage Social is a Shooting Shark Production for BBC 5 Live

England’s most capped player and current Reading midfielder, Fara Williams, joins Robbie Savage to answer your questions about her incredible story. Fara talks about her early years playing in ‘the cage’ on her estate in South London, being homeless while in the England youth team, appearances in three World Cups and being awarded an MBE. One of the greatest players to grace the women's game with Chelsea, Charlton, Everton, Liverpool and Arsenal earning 172 caps for the Lionesses, the midfielder has a story like no other in football. 606 Savage Social is a Shooting Shark Production for BBC 5 Live.

Current West Ham and former Arsenal, Bolton and Bournemouth midfielder Jack Wilshere joins Robbie Savage to answer your questions. Everything from his injuries to the difference in Pellegrini and Moyes' management styles, from being the Gunner's youngest ever league debutant to who he'd like to throw a pizza at (!), plus the impact of Robin Van Persie leaving the Emirates Stadium and much, much more. 606 Savage Social is a Shooting Shark Production for BBC 5 Live.

Former Manchester United and England defender Rio Ferdinand links up with Robbie Savage to answer listener questions. Topics include his biggest career highs and lows, the controversial move across the Pennines from Leeds, his first meeting with Sir Alex Ferguson, advice for young players and which footballers he’d sign if he was in charge at Old Trafford. 606 Savage Social is a Shooting Shark Production for BBC 5 Live.

Manchester United legend Paul Scholes links up with Robbie Savage to answer listener questions. Topics include his surprise retirement and end to his England career, the greatest players to grace Old Trafford and being on the receiving end of Sir Alex Ferguson’s ‘hairdryer treatment’. Plus Scholsey talks being a netball dad, picks his ultimate 5-a-side team and talks about which current United player is most like Robbie Savage! The Savage Social is a Shooting Shark Production for BBC 5 Live.

Michael Owen links up with Robbie Savage during the lockdown to answer your questions. The Ballon d’Or winner and England goalscoring legend answers questions about his move from Liverpool to Real Madrid, some of his favourite players and why he joined Manchester United. He also picks his greatest Premier League strikers and ultimate 5-a-side line-up from former team mates, and much more. The Savage Social is a Shooting Shark Production for BBC 5 Live.