24 Dec, 2024

Game Week 18: FPL Goat’s Fixture Ticker

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1.Brighton

Brighton have decent fixtures in the next few games. They are not great, but it’s well worth keeping your attackers for them.

🥇 João Pedro: He has become a very frustrating player to own now, with only an assist in the last 5 GWs. Still a decent option at £5.9m but could see a benching here and there. However, he currently looks like their best attacker.

🔴 I wouldn’t consider any other asset from Brighton. They are a “don’t buy, don’t sell” at the moment.

2. Chelsea

The good run of fixtures is slowly coming to an end soon. They still have IPS, CRY, and WOL in the next 5 GWs.

🥇 Palmer: He is as close to a must-have as it gets, one of the first premium players, along with Salah, I would currently want in my team. 11 goals and 7 assists with 5 double-digit hauls already, he has been a talisman for Chelsea since last season. He is goalless in the last 2 games but still has the best xG in the last 5 GWs.

🥈 Jack-frost-son: Jackson has 22 goals and 9 assists in 45 starts since he joined Chelsea. He also has 9 goals and 4 assists this season but has only scored 2 goals in the last 5 GWs. A big concern is that he hardly plays more than 75 minutes, which will lessen his appeal as the fixtures start to deteriorate. Keep in mind that Jackson is on 4 yellow cards and could miss a game if he gets a 5th yellow.

🥉 Colwill: I still think a Chelsea defender will do well in this run. They have the joint 3rd-best defence in the league in terms of goals conceded. I like Enzo Fernandez as well, but if you already have Palmer and Jackson, I wouldn’t want to triple up on Chelsea’s attack. Check out The FPL Player Rankings Section to see more great alternatives.

3. Crystal Palace

They currently have the best fixture run alongside Man City. They play SOU, LEI, and WHU in the next 5 GWs.

🥇 Ismaïla Sarr: One of the best cheap midfielders to consider at the moment. Since he started playing regularly in GW10, he has scored 4 goals and provided 2 assists in 7 GWs, with 2 double-digit hauls. At just £5.7m, he is going to be a popular choice as a Saka replacement.

🥈 Danielf Muñoz: Currently the best defender to get alongside TAA and Robinson. With 2 goals, 2 assists, and 51 points this season despite his team only keeping 3 clean sheets all season, he’s been impressive. Amongst defenders, he is top for shots in the box, big chances, and xG. Palace have also tightened up their defence in the past few GWs.

4. Fulham

Fulham are the newest addition to the list of good fixtures. They have just one win in the last 5 GWs but have failed to score only once this season.

🥇 Iwobi: The top-scoring midfielder under £7m this season and a big differential as no one’s looking at him. With 3 goals and an assist in the last 5 GWs and a great run of fixtures, I really prefer him over Rodgers, Semenyo, and the other popular picks.

🥈 Antonee Robinson: 3 assists in the last 5 GWs make him one of the best cheap defensive options.

🥉 Tim Christ-agne: Another cheap defensive enabler to consider, with Kenny Tete out for at least 2–3 months. I do prefer Robinson for his reliability and would pay more for him, but if you want to save £0.6m, you can definitely consider Castagne.

5. Liverpool

Easily the best team in the world currently, Slot’s side are playing like they’re on a walk in the park.

They now have absolutely amazing fixtures ahead, both for their attack and defence.

🥇 Mo Santa: There’s nothing left to say about him—just get him in your team and stick the captaincy on him vs Leicester. 11 double-digit hauls in 16 GWs, 4 consecutive double-digit hauls, and only 2 blanks all season.

🥈 TAA: He still doesn’t look like really good value, but the fixtures are absolutely amazing. TAA is top for xA and big chances created among defenders and got an assist last GW vs Spurs.

🥉 Van Dijk (VVD): If you can’t afford Trent and want a cheaper option most reliable for minutes, then VVD is your pick. He hardly misses any games and has immense goal threat from set pieces.

6. Manchester City

Currently in their worst phase since Guardiola took over, but form and phases are temporary. Hopefully, this time fixtures breed form, unlike GW6.

🥇 Phil Frozen: In a scenario where there are no standout Man City options, Foden is the best player with huge upside. Foden, slightly back in form, is perfectly timed with great fixtures and is the best Saka replacement. He has started just 8 games this season but has a 5.10 xG to show for it. With just 1 goal and 1 assist, he has massively underperformed.

Everton recently have been a tough side to score against, as they haven’t allowed many close-range shots. Foden loves shooting from outside the box, and I can see a banger from him vs Everton to dismantle them.

🥈 Haaland: I don’t think he justifies his price at all, but I can see him becoming an option as people move on from Saka and invest more in forwards. Man City assets and Haaland betrayed us when their fixtures turned for good in GW6, but I can see a turnaround from Man City very soon.

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By: FPL Goat

Last Updated: 24/12