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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about playing Last Man Standing on Kwick Picks.
What is Last Man Standing football?
Last Man Standing (LMS) is a weekly football prediction game. Each gameweek you pick one team to win. If they win, you survive. If they lose (or draw, depending on the rules), you're eliminated. The last player still in wins the competition — and any prize pot.
Can I pick the same team twice?
No. Each team can only be used once per competition cycle. Once you've picked Liverpool, for example, they're removed from your available options for the rest of that game. This is the key rule that makes Last Man Standing a game of strategy rather than just luck.
What happens if I pick a team that draws?
It depends on your competition's rules. Some competitions treat draws as safe — you survive and move on. Others eliminate players on a draw, treating it the same as a loss. Check the Rules tab in your competition to see which variant applies.
What if my pick's match is postponed or cancelled?
Your pick is voided. You are not eliminated. The team is also returned to your available pool, so you can use them again in a future round. You'll need to make a new pick for the next gameweek.
Can I change my pick after submitting it?
Yes — you can change your pick as many times as you like before the round deadline. After the deadline (usually the first kickoff of the gameweek), picks are locked and cannot be changed.
What happens if I don't make a pick before the deadline?
Missing the deadline means you don't have a pick for that round. Depending on the competition's rules, this usually results in elimination — the same outcome as if your pick had lost. Always submit your pick early to avoid this.
What is a rollover?
A rollover happens when all remaining players are eliminated in the same round — usually a late-season round where everyone is picking from a limited team pool. When this happens, all players are reinstated and the game continues. Rollovers can also reset team availability, giving everyone a fresh pool to pick from.
What happens when one player is left?
That player is declared the winner. If the competition has a prize pot (funded by entry fees), they receive it. If the competition has the restart-after-win rule enabled, a new game cycle begins automatically with all players rejoining.
Is Kwick Picks free to use?
Yes. Creating an account and joining public competitions is completely free. Some competitions charge an entry fee set by the organiser — that money goes directly into the prize pot. Kwick Picks does not take a platform cut.
Can I set up my own private competition?
Yes. Once you've created an account, you can create a private competition from the dashboard. You set the rules — entry fee, draw rules, multiple entries, and more — and invite players via a private link. Your competition, your rules.
Can I enter the same competition multiple times?
Only if the organiser has enabled multiple entries. When allowed, each entry is independent — its own pick history, its own team availability, and its own standing. You can pick different teams across your entries each round.
Which leagues does Kwick Picks support?
Kwick Picks currently supports the Premier League, Championship, League One, and League Two. Fixture data is synced automatically from live data providers, so deadlines and results update in real time.
How are deadlines set?
Round deadlines are calculated automatically based on the first fixture kickoff in that gameweek. You can see the deadline displayed on the picks page. If you're not sure, submit your pick as early as possible.
What is the difference between a public and private competition?
Public competitions are visible to all users on the competitions page and can be joined by anyone. Private competitions are only accessible via an invite link — ideal for friend groups, offices, or leagues where you want to control who can join.
Can I leave a competition I've joined?
Yes. You can leave a competition at any time from the Leave tab in your competition. If you've already made picks or been part of an active season, your entry will be marked as withdrawn rather than deleted, to preserve the integrity of the game history.
What is a VOID pick?
A VOID pick is one where the fixture was postponed, cancelled, or suspended before or during the match. VOID picks don't eliminate you — they're treated as if you never picked that round. The team goes back into your available pool.
How do I track the current standings?
Every competition has a Standings tab showing all active and eliminated players, along with their pick history. The Scores tab shows live fixture results and which teams have been backed by players this round.
My pick status says PENDING — is that normal?
Yes. Picks show as PENDING until the fixture has finished and results have been synced. Once the match ends, your pick will update to WON, LOST, DREW, or VOID. Results sync automatically but can take a few minutes after the final whistle.
Still have questions?
Read the full guide or jump into a competition to learn by playing.