Insurance Times selects some of the best and punniest team names from the recently launched fantasy football league
As the countdown to the new Premier League season continues, the Insurance Times Fantasy Football League has attracted nearly 300 participants eager to showcase their team management skills. With the season opener at Anfield set for 15 August, excitement is building within the insurance sector.
Insurance Times will be producing weekly content across the season, monitoring the league table and speaking to some of the industry’s top performers about their team.
Here’s a look at the top five team names that have amused us this year.
5. Knight’s Jedis – Dave Knight
Dave Knight cleverly utilises a pun on his surname with “Knight’s Jedis.” It’s a team name that evokes the wisdom of the Jedi Council, hoping for a formidable starting eleven.
Perhaps a triple captain on Master Yoda? Or bonus points for Obi-Wan Kenobi? Surely Anakin Skywalker is too good for the bench. You don’t want a disgruntled dressing room. This name stands out a lot more than “Dave’s Jedis”, that’s for sure.
4. just who we are mate – Harry Godwin
Harry Godwin’s team name references a memorable line from Ange Postecoglou, when reflecting the tenacity of his Spurs team following a 4-1 loss to one of the worst Chelsea teams of the 21st Century.
Despite an injury-riddled and tough season finishing 17th, finishing one place above the relegation zone and a surprising Europa League win against also one of the worst Manchester United teams of the 21st century, Ange remains a notable figure in football lore.
I’m sure fans across the league will be curious to see where Postecoglou will land next.
3. UnderMyCucurella – Laurence De Saa-Perrin
For fans of Rihanna, “UnderMyCucurella” brings nostalgia for the 2008 hit “Umbrella” while cleverly integrating the name of footballer Cucurella, who turned out to be a useful fantasy pick last year.
De Saa-Perrin can hope his strikers avoid a dry spell akin to Rihanna’s nine-year album hiatus.
This name also taps into bittersweet memories of England’s near misses in European championships, where Cucurella’s side narrowly beat us 2-1. Thank god for the women’s team.
2. Brownhill from here – Gareth Hoggard
Gareth Hoggard’s self-deprecating and humble nod to Burnley midfielder Josh Brownhill offers a humorous take on his potential league struggles.
As Burnley faces the challenge of staying afloat in the Premier League, Hoggard’s witty choice might suggest that he may also struggle in the big league, the Insurance Times league.
Hopefully, the unexpected arrival of an ageing Kyle Walker can keep the newly promoted club afloat this season.
1. AFC Jimbledon – Jim Warrilow
Jim Warrilow takes the top spot with “AFC Jimbledon”, a masterstroke of simplicity and charm. Echoing the underdog story of Wimbledon’s 1988 FA Cup triumph, it embodies a Ted Lasso-like narrative. Like Vinnie Jones and the crazy gang, Warrilow aims high, seeking triumph in the Insurance Times league - a pursuit even grander than claiming the FA Cup, of course.
Hopefully, Warrilow can mirror Wimbledon’s success last season, where they returned to the third division.
With the season set to kick off soon, anticipation grows as participants finalise their squads and embrace the joy - sometimes frustration - of Fantasy Football. Will these creative team names bring luck and glory? Only time will tell.
Stay tuned to Insurance Times’ for weekly updates and insights as the league unfolds.
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