With FPL Gameweek 21 concluding last night, Fantasy Premier League managers have a short window to prepare as Premier League action resumes tomorrow with FPL Gameweek 22.
Seventeen gameweeks remain in the season, offering ample time for FPL managers to climb the ranks and improve their points totals.
We'll explore key FPL talking points, provide actionable FPL tips, analyse crucial FPL data, conduct player comparisons, and give balanced FPL advice and GW22 tips to provide you with a comprehensive view of the latest Fantasy Premier League news so you can earn the most points.
FPL Gameweek 22 Deadline
Just a reminder, the Fantasy Premier League Gameweek 22 deadline is Saturday, January 18, 2025, at 13:00 GMT.
FPL Gameweek 22 Fixtures
Newcastle are set to host Bournemouth.
Liverpool have a trip to Brentford.
Leicester are welcoming Fulham.
The Hammers are at home to Crystal Palace.
Aston Villa will travel to The Emirates to face Arsenal.
Everton will host Tottenham.
Brighton have an away game against Manchester United.
Nottingham Forest will welcome Southampton.
Manchester City are heading to Ipswich.
Chelsea face Wolves at Stamford Bridge.
FPL Assets Leading On Form For Gameweek 22
Let’s start by looking at the current form amongst FPL assets for Matchweek 22.
Goalkeepers:
- Matz Sels remains first with 6.6
- Martin Dúbravka moves to second with 5.8
- José Sá is tied for third with 4.6
Defenders:
- Ola Aina moves to first with 7.4
- Lewis Hall drops to second with 6.6
- Dean Huijsen remains in third with 6.2
Midfielders:
- Mohamed Salah remains top with 11.0
- Phil Foden jumps to second with 8.0
- Anthony Elanga moves to second with 7.8
Forwards:
- Alexander Isak remains first with 11.0
- Chris Wood moves to second with 6.6
- Gabriel Jesus drops to third with 6.4
Chris Wood’s Purple Patch Seems Permanent
Nottingham Forest striker Chris Wood began the season in spectacular fashion, averaging an impressive 6.6 FPL points per game across his first 10 Premier League matches.
During this stretch, he scored 8 goals, rewarding FPL managers who took a chance on the budget-friendly forward.
While some doubted Wood’s ability to sustain this form, he has consistently defied expectations.
After a goalless run in Gameweeks 11 and 12, Wood bounced back, averaging 6.3 FPL points per game over the next three matches.
Against Ipswich, Manchester City, and Manchester United, he found the net twice, collecting a total of 19 FPL points.
This resurgence was followed by a three-game dry spell in which Wood failed to score.
Many managers decided to sell him, only to be left frustrated as the striker rediscovered his form with 3 goals and 1 assist in his next three matches.
During this period, he averaged 9.6 FPL points per game.
This season, Wood has scored 13 goals in 20 Premier League starts, amassing 123 FPL points.
He is currently ranked third among all forwards in Fantasy Premier League when it comes to points.
With Nottingham Forest set to face Southampton, Bournemouth, Brighton, and Fulham in their next four fixtures, Chris Wood has become the most transferred-in player ahead of the new gameweek. Managers are banking on him to deliver once again.
Diogo Jota’s Fitness Prompts Luis Díaz Owners To Sell
Diogo Jota started seven of Liverpool’s first eight matches this season before suffering an injury during the club’s 2-1 win over Chelsea in Gameweek 8.
He made his return in Liverpool’s 2-2 draw against Fulham in Gameweek 16, and since then, his involvement has gradually increased, featuring more regularly as a substitute.
In the most recent match, Jota made an immediate impact, scoring the equalizer against Nottingham Forest with his first touch of the game.
Liverpool’s frontline has been led by Cody Gakpo, Luis Díaz, and Mohamed Salah, with Gakpo impressing as a left winger and Díaz playing centrally.
Gakpo has been in excellent form recently, earning 25 FPL points over his last four appearances, compared to Díaz’s 11 points in the same period.
With competition for spots in the attack at Liverpool, the situation has been tricky for FPL managers trying to predict who will start alongside Salah.
However, after his crucial contribution against Forest, Jota could be in line to start over Díaz in the coming weeks.
Uncertainty around Díaz’s playing time and a lack of recent form have led many FPL managers to move on from the Colombian winger.
Díaz is currently the second most transferred-out player ahead of the next gameweek, with only the injured Gabriel Jesus being sold more.
Amad Diallo Ownership Rises
Amad Diallo has been a standout performer for Manchester United in recent weeks, with his exciting playing style and creativity making him a consistent asset for FPL managers.
Priced at £5.5m, the winger is quickly becoming a must-have, especially after his recent impressive performances.
After scoring a hat-trick in Manchester United’s 3-1 victory over Southampton last night, Amad has accumulated 29 FPL points in his last two matches alone.
Although he went through a three-game stretch without a goal contribution before his goal against Liverpool, the talented winger has shown that he can thrive in big matches.
He scored and assisted in the 2-1 win against Manchester City in Gameweek 16, and also registered an assist in the previous week’s match against in-form Nottingham Forest.
Despite having started only 14 Premier League matches this season, Amad has accumulated the most FPL points among all players in Manchester United’s current squad.
Averaging 7.14 FPL points per start, he competes with midfielders like Cole Palmer (7.76 points per start) and Bryan Mbeumo (6.57 points per start).
With a global ownership of 19.3%, Amad is ranked 6th among all midfielders in FPL points, having already totalled 100 points this season.
Amad has contributed 6 goals and 6 assists, with a shooting accuracy of 61.9% and a passing accuracy of 85.3%.
He has also created 5 big chances for his team.
With upcoming fixtures against Brighton, Fulham, and Crystal Palace, FPL managers are eager to add Amad to their squads, making him the most transferred-in midfielder heading into the new gameweek.
A Slew Of Sales For William Saliba
Arsenal’s defensive form has dipped recently, with the team managing just one clean sheet in their last five Premier League matches.
This downturn has impacted the FPL appeal of their defenders, including £6.3m asset William Saliba, who has only earned 15 points during this period as Arsenal conceded against Crystal Palace, Brentford, Brighton, and Tottenham.
Notably, more affordable defensive options such as Ola Aina, Lewis Hall, Nikola Milenković, and Murillo have outperformed Saliba in FPL points this season.
With challenging fixtures against Aston Villa, Wolves, and Manchester City on the horizon, concerns over Arsenal’s defensive reliability are growing.
These concerns are reflected in transfer trends, as Gabriel Magalhães is the sixth most transferred-out defender this week, while Saliba tops the list as the most transferred-out defender ahead of the upcoming gameweek.
In recent days, Arsenal have been linked with a potential move for defensive midfielder Martín Zubimendi, as the club looks to strengthen their defence and reclaim their reputation as one of the top defensive units in world football.
Morgan Rogers Vs Bruno Fernandes
FPL midfielders are pivotal this season, with most managers investing heavily in assets like Mohamed Salah, Cole Palmer, and Bryan Mbeumo.
These three are difficult to overlook in any squad.
For those who have secured all three, the remaining two midfield slots provide an opportunity to include players with lower-ownership who can offer excellent value.
Two popular options are Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers and Manchester United’s Bruno Fernandes.
Let’s see how they compare.
Both players have featured in 20 Premier League matches this season.
Rogers has scored 6 goals and provided 4 assists, while Fernandes has scored 4 goals and registered 6 assists.
In terms of creativity, Fernandes has created 9 big chances, slightly edging out Rogers, who has created 8.
Bruno also leads in passing accuracy with 80.6% compared to Rogers’ 76.0%.
Fernandes has completed 12 through balls this season, just ahead of Rogers’ 11.
However, Bruno’s crossing numbers are significantly higher, with 85 attempted crosses compared to just 8 from Rogers.
In shooting stats, Rogers has the edge in accuracy, with a 50.0% shooting accuracy compared to Fernandes’ 42.1%.
However, Fernandes has had 16 shots on target compared to Rogers’ 11, demonstrating a greater overall volume.
Two of Fernandes’ goals have come from penalties, while Rogers has not scored from the spot.
Bruno has also hit the woodwork three times, whereas Rogers has hit it once.
Both players have missed clear opportunities, with Fernandes missing 9 big chances and Rogers missing 6.
On the discipline front, Rogers has picked up 5 yellow cards but no reds, while Fernandes has received 1 yellow card and 2 red cards this season.
In FPL terms, Morgan Rogers has scored 94 points and is priced at £5.5m, while Bruno Fernandes has 92 points and comes at a significantly higher price of £8.4m.
Although their FPL points are nearly identical, Rogers’ much lower price tag makes him an appealing choice for managers looking to save funds while maintaining a strong midfield.
For those prioritising value, Rogers could be the ideal complement to the premium midfield trio of Salah, Palmer, and Mbeumo.
Assets Who Have Hit The 100 Point Mark
Let’s identify all assets who have accumulated a minimum of 100 FPL points so far this season.
Mohamed Salah - 211 Points
Cole Palmer - 163 Points
Bryan Mbeumo - 138 Points
Alexander Isak - 135 Points
Erling Haaland - 125 Points
Chris Wood - 123 Points
Matheus Cunha - 112 Points
Bukayo Saka - 107 Points
Ollie Watkins - 102 Points
Alex Iwobi - 102 Points
Nicolas Jackson - 100 Points
Amad Diallo - 100 Points
James Maddison - 100 Points
Differential Captain Pick Of The Week
Phil Foden
After netting 3 goals and providing 1 assist in his last three Premier League appearances, Phil Foden will be aiming to continue his strong form and replicate the performances that earned him the Premier League Player of the Season award in the 2023/24 campaign.
With a match against 18th-place Ipswich, Foden has a prime opportunity to further showcase his progress and potentially reward EPL fantasy managers who choose him as a differential captain this FPL GW 22 weekend.
Playing Your Free Hit?
Most managers will be saving their free hit for double gameweeks later on in the season.
Those who are tempted to use their free hit this weekend might find some value below in our FPL team selection:
GK: Martin Dúbravka (£4.3m)
DEF: Antonee Robinson (£5.0m)
DEF: Murillo (£4.6m)
DEF: Lewis Hall (£5.0m)
MID: Cole Palmer (£11.4m)
MID: Amad Diallo (£5.5m)
MID: Mohamed Salah © (£13.7m)
MID: Phil Foden (£9.2m)
FWD: Chris Wood (£6.9m)
FWD: Nicolas Jackson (£8.0m)
FWD: Alexander Isak (£9.4m)
BENCH: Killian Cahill (£3.9m)
BENCH: Hamza Choudhury (£4.3m)
BENCH: Jarell Quansah (£3.9m)
BENCH: Luke Thomas (£3.9m)
Final Thoughts
As we head into Gameweek 22, FPL managers should focus on making calculated decisions based on player form and favourable matchups.
This is the time to take advantage of strong fixtures and ensure your squad is well-positioned for the weeks ahead.
Whether you're solidifying your key players or considering FPL transfers to strengthen your lineup, every move counts.
We hope our FPL GW22 tips guide you to success, and here's to a productive gameweek 22 FPL for all fantasy football managers!
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