With the FA Cup semi-finals occurring this weekend, the number of Premier League matches is reduced, but FPL managers face a greater number of decisions to navigate as the season reaches its critical phase.
Below are the top players for FPL Gameweek 34, determined using Fantasy Football Hub’s AI predicted points. If you’re uncertain about your next FPL move, check out your AI Recommended Transfers now!
Manchester United’s captain, Bruno Fernandes, tops the AI rankings as the optimum captain choice among attacking players. This is bolstered by his exceptional form, having contributed to goals in six straight matches, netting twice and providing seven assists.
Playing at home should favour Manchester United, who have secured victories in five of their six home matches under Michael Carrick. Fernandes has been involved in goals throughout these games, which includes five instances of hitting double figures.
There’s much at stake in the Monday night match, as Manchester United aim to clinch a prized Champions League spot. Fernandes is also vying for the Premier League assist record, currently leading in key passes (109) and big chances created (27).
Midfield standout: Cody Gakpo vs Crystal Palace (H) – 5.2 predicted points
Liverpool also need to amass more points to secure Champions League participation for next season, with notable transfer activity surrounding key players like Mohamed Salah. However, Cody Gakpo, owned by only 5.9% of players, could prove to be an under-the-radar asset against Crystal Palace.
Gakpo has been consistently involved, notching two assists over the last four gameweeks, while also ranking fourth for shots taken during that period with 14. This season, he has tallied six goals and five assists.
Top forward: Igor Thiago vs Manchester United (A) – 5.1 predicted points
With Erling Haaland and Joao Pedro both not having a fixture this week, Igor Thiago emerges as the most popular forward option, making him a crucial pick as he is forecasted to earn 5.1 points, just 0.1 points behind the undervalued Dominic Solanke.
Thiago has an impressive record this season with 21 goals, placing him just three behind Haaland in the race for the Golden Boot. Haaland has extended his lead following Thiago’s blank in Gameweek 33, as Haaland netted in consecutive matches against both Arsenal and Burnley.
Recent form is also on Thiago’s side, having scored three goals in the last four gameweeks and holding penalty duties. He netted two goals in a 3-1 victory against Manchester United earlier this season and will seek to replicate that success at Old Trafford.
Hidden talent: Dominic Solanke vs Wolves (A) – 5.2 predicted points
Spurs find themselves in a crucial match this weekend as they strive to evade relegation, currently sitting just two points adrift of safety. Their upcoming clash against Wolves, who have already been relegated, provides what many see as their most favourable matchup in the run-in.
Striker Dominic Solanke, who has only 2% ownership, has started each of Spurs’ last five Premier League games. He has managed to score once during this streak, tallying three goals across 10 appearances.
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