With the business end of the season heating up, Gameweek 22 offers a juicy set of fixtures for FPL managers to exploit. Here’s a breakdown of the top teams and players to target, plus some cheeky punts that could give you the edge.
FPL Gameweek 22 Target Fixtures & Players
Liverpool (vs Burnley, Home)
Burnley’s defensive frailty on the road makes Liverpool assets a must-watch this week. With rotation looming in other top sides, the Reds offer a blend of explosiveness and security.
Top Picks:
- Jeremie Frimpong (5.7m) – marauding from deep, he’s a bonus magnet with attacking upside.
- Dominik Szoboszlai (6.6m) – pulling strings in midfield, and always a threat from range.
- Cody Gakpo (7.3m) – back in form and likely to start.
- Hugo Ekitike (8.9m) – returning from injury to lead the attack.
Manchester City (vs Manchester United, Away)
The Manchester derby is never dull, and with United’s defensive woes, City attackers are primed to haul.
Top Picks:
- Jude Alleyne (4.5m) – a 4.5m gem offering a cheap route into City’s backline.
- Phil Foden (8.7m) – in electric form, and thriving in central roles.
- Antoine Semenyo (7.6m) – started his City career as he means to go on.
- Erling Haaland (15.1m) – the obvious captain pick. Ignore at your peril.
Aston Villa (vs Everton, Home)
Villa Park is a fortress, and Everton’s form has dipped
Top Picks:
- Ezri Konsa (4.4m) – nailed, and a threat from set pieces.
- Morgan Rogers (7.7m) – the key creator for Villa.
- Ollie Watkins (8.8m) – consistent returns and a strong home record.
Arsenal (vs Nottingham Forest, Away)
Forest have tightened up at home, but Arsenal’s firepower can still shine through.
Top Picks:
- David Raya (5.9m) – clean sheet potential and bonus point appeal.
- Gabriel (6.7m) – a set-piece threat and nailed starter.
- Gabriel Martinelli (6.8m) – explosive on his day, and could benefit from rotation, due a haul.
Tottenham (vs West Ham, Home)
Spurs are unpredictable, but West Ham’s woeful form makes this a fixture to target.
Top Picks:
- Pedro Porro (5.2m) – attacking full-back with assist potential.
- Micky van de Ven (4.6m) – solid at both ends and defcon possibility.
- Mathys Tel (6.2m) – listed as a midfielder but playing up front. Huge value at 6.2m.
FPL Gameweek 22 Captain Picks
Erling Haaland (C) – form, fixture, and ownership make him the standout.
Hugo Ekitike (VC) – a bold vice-captain shout with a high ceiling against Burnley.
Worth a Punt in FPL Gameweek 22
Ferdi Kadioglu (4.4m) – a cheap, adventurous Brighton defender with attacking upside and a decent fixture run.
Yasin Ayari (4.8m) – returns in three of his last four, emerging as one of the best low‑budget midfield picks in the game.
Anton Stach (4.9m) – Leeds have a favourable home tie, and he’s quietly 14th for points per match.
Matheus Mane (4.5m) – Wolves are on the up, and Newcastle’s defence is wobbling.
FPL Gameweek 22 throws up a tricky set of fixtures, but with these selections, you’ll be heading for a green arrow.
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