How Points Work
At Hat Trick Players, we’ve designed our points system to reward real-life performances on the pitch. Player points are calculated based on various actions during matches, from goals and assists to defensive contributions and disciplinary records.
Our comprehensive scoring system ensures that all positions are valued, creating a balanced and strategic fantasy experience where every decision matters.
Standard Points
These points are awarded for the most common actions during a match:
| Action | Points |
|---|---|
| Goal Scored (Forward/Midfielder) | 5 |
| Goal Scored (Defender) | 6 |
| Goal Scored (Goalkeeper) | 8 |
| Goal Assist | 3 |
| Clean Sheet (Defender/Goalkeeper) | 4 |
| Clean Sheet (Midfielder) | 1 |
| Penalty Save | 5 |
| Penalty Miss | -2 |
| Own Goal | -2 |
| Yellow Card | -1 |
| Red Card | -3 |
| Playing up to 60 minutes | 1 |
| Playing 60+ minutes | 2 |
| Save (Goalkeeper) – per 3 saves | 1 |
Bonus Points
Additional points awarded for exceptional performances:
| Action | Points |
|---|---|
| Man of the Match | 3 |
| Hat-trick | 5 |
| Goal from outside the box | 1 |
| Successful tackle (Defender) – per 2 tackles | 1 |
| Successful pass completion (Midfielder) – 90%+ | 2 |
| Shot on target (Forward) – per 2 shots | 1 |
Calculating Your Score
Your team’s total score for each gameweek is the sum of all points earned by your selected starting XI. Points scored by substitutes remain on your bench unless one of your starters doesn’t play, in which case your substitutes will automatically replace them based on your bench order.
All points are tallied after each match based on official match statistics. In some rare cases, points might be adjusted after post-match reviews of incidents.
Did You Know?
The term “Hat-trick” in our platform name refers to when a player scores three goals in a single match – an achievement that earns a substantial 5 bonus points in our system! This celebration of exceptional individual performance is at the heart of what makes fantasy football so exciting.