FPL Gameweek 35: Strategic Picks and Predictions

As the Fantasy Premier League season approaches its climax, every gameweek becomes crucial. With only four gameweeks left, the pressure mounts to make every transfer and captaincy decision count. Here’s a deep dive into the strategic picks and potential game-changers for Gameweek 35.

Goalkeeper and Defence

• Jordan Pickford (Everton, £5.1m): Facing Ipswich at home, Pickford is a solid choice. Ipswich’s poor form and low expected goals make an Everton clean sheet highly probable.
• Jake O'Brien (Everton, £4.5m): Known for his threat from set-pieces, O’Brien could capitalize on Ipswich’s defensive vulnerabilities.
• Josko Gvardiol (Manchester City, £6.3m): With limited clean-sheet options, Gvardiol’s scoring ability stands out.
• Kieran Trippier (Newcastle, £5.7m): Despite a challenging fixture against Brighton, Trippier’s creative stats make him a potential point magnet.

Midfielders

• Bryan Mbeumo (Brentford, £8.1m): As captain, Mbeumo is a must-have. His form, penalty duties, and favorable match-up against a weakened Manchester United side make him an ideal pick.
• Jarrod Bowen (West Ham, £7.6m): With consistent returns, Bowen faces a Tottenham side focused on European commitments.
• Kevin de Bruyne (Manchester City, £9.4m): A high-scoring game against Wolves could see De Bruyne rack up assists and goals.
• Marco Asensio (Aston Villa, £6.2m): A high-risk, high-reward option, Asensio’s stats per 90 minutes are impressive.

Strikers

• Matheus Cunha (Wolves, £7m): Despite facing Manchester City, Cunha’s recent form suggests he could still be impactful.
• Jamie Vardy (Leicester, £5.2m): As a budget-friendly option, Vardy’s experience could prove crucial against Southampton.
• Ollie Watkins (Aston Villa, £8.9m): With Rashford injured, Watkins is likely to start and could lead Villa’s charge for Champions League qualification.

Subs Bench

• Alphonse Areola (West Ham, £4.2m): A budget goalkeeper option.
• Ben White (Arsenal, £6.1m): Solid defensive choice.
• Dwight McNeil (Everton, £5.1m): Potential for points against Ipswich.
• Neco Williams (Nottingham Forest, £4.5m): Affordable defensive option.

Player to Watch

Erling Haaland (Manchester City, £14.8m): Back in training, Haaland could be a game-changer in the final weeks.

Team to Target

Everton: With favorable home fixtures against Ipswich and Southampton, Everton’s budget options are appealing, especially for those considering a wildcard.

Stay tuned for more updates and expert advice to navigate the final gameweeks of the FPL season successfully.