What to Do Now While Waiting for FPL to Reopen (2025/26 Pre-Season Guide)
Every June it's the same story: you've just about recovered from your final Gameweek heartbreak, the memes are flying, and you've already heard someone say “this is my year” in the group chat.
But the game hasn't launched yet.
So what can you actually do to get a jump on the new FPL season before the platform opens? Here's a smart chairman's FPL pre-season guide 2025 to getting ahead — without refreshing fpl.com for the 17th time this week.
What should FPL mini-league chairmen do before the game reopens?
Before the Fantasy Premier League (FPL) game launches for the 2025/26 season, mini-league chairmen can get ahead by planning league formats, setting up prize structures, and using tools like FPL Pro Leagues to automate updates and track engagement. It's the best way to run a competitive, hassle-free league all season long.
1. Reflect on What Went Wrong (and Right)
Before you get distracted by player prices and template teams, take a moment to reflect:
- Did your league die a slow death after Christmas?
- Were you still chasing people for entry fees in Gameweek 6?
- Did anyone even know what the prizes were?
Be honest — if the answer is yes to any of the above, now's the time to fix it. Not when you’re halfway through building a midfield of £7.0m punts.
If you’re nodding along, check out our guide: How to Run an FPL Mini-League Without Losing Your Mind
2. Create Your Mini-League (Yes, You Can Do This Early)
FPL Pro Leagues lets you get your league set up before the official game even opens. You can:
- Set up formats (head-to-heads, knockouts, etc.)
- Define prizes and entry fee rules
- Enable custom rules and validation (e.g. must have real FPL code when it drops)
- Schedule auto-reports for the full season
So when the game does go live, you're not scrambling — you're sorted.
3. Test Out the Free Season Review Generator
Want something fun to share with your mates while you wait?
Grab your FPL league code and use the Season Review Generator to:
- See who topped the chip usage charts
- Check who bottled it post-January
- Find out which managers flew under the radar
It's free, quick, and way more interesting than scrolling another draft thread.
4. Decide What Kind of Chairman You Want to Be This Year
The best leagues don't just run themselves — they're run by chairmen who:
- Communicate weekly updates
- Keep the prize pool clear and up front
- Set formats that keep people engaged all year
- Read this FPL pre-season guide 2025!
This is your chance to become that chairman. The one people actually thank in May.
5. Build Your League's Identity Early
Use June to:
- Finalise a league name that's actually funny
- Pick your banter tone (are you ruthless, supportive, chaos-only?)
- Decide which competitions you'll run in FPLPL
It sets the tone and gets people hyped — before their first wildcard implodes.
TL;DR – The Smart Chairman's Checklist for June:
- Reflect on last season's chaos
- Pre-create your league structure in FPL Pro Leagues
- Use the Season Review Generator for some early content
- Set your rules, prize structure, and tone
- Be ready to launch strong as soon as the game goes live
Ready to run the best league of your life?
Get started now. Create your league on FPL Pro Leagues — and actually enjoy being chairman this year.
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