As we approach Fantasy Football Matchweek 34 of the Premier League, scheduled from Saturday, April 26, to Thursday, May 1, it’s essential for FPL managers to strategise effectively to maximise their points.
Here’s a comprehensive guide to assist you in making informed decisions for your squad in this blank gameweek ahead of the international break.
Fantasy Football Matchweek 34 Fixtures
The Fantasy Football deadline for blank gameweek 34 is Saturday, April 26, 11:00 GMT.
Saturday, April 26
- Chelsea vs Everton (12:30 GMT)
- Brighton & Hove Albion vs West Ham United (15:00 GMT)
- Newcastle United vs Ipswich Town (15:00 GMT)
- Southampton vs Fulham (15:00 GMT)
- Wolverhampton Wanderers vs Leicester City (17:00 GMT)
Sunday, April 27
- Bournemouth vs Manchester United (14:00 GMT)
- Liverpool vs Tottenham Hotspur (16:30 GMT)
Thursday, May 1
- Nottingham Forest vs Brentford (19:30 GMT)
Injury Updates to Note
- Joshua Zirkzee (Man Utd): Taken off early during Manchester United’s 4-1 loss to Newcastle in Gameweek 32, it has since been confirmed that Joshua Zirkzee’s hamstring injury will keep him out for the rest of the season.
Top Transfer Targets
Manchester City, Arsenal, Aston Villa and Crystal Palace do not have any fixtures for matchweek 34, with each coming off a double gameweek.
If your Free Hit chip is still available, this may be the perfect time to use it to get rid of any players from the teams mentioned above just for gameweek 34.
- Marc Cucurella (Chelsea): Chelsea are unbeaten in their last 29 Premier League home games against Everton, and Marc Cucurella (£5.4m) is in fine form. Despite being a defender, he has turned out to be Chelsea’s most clinical finisher.
- Fabian Schar & Jacob Murphy (Newcastle): Eddie Howe’s men host Ipswich this weekend, and a clean sheet is likely. Fabian Schar (£5.5m) is one of Newcastle’s most in form players at the moment. Jacob Murphy (£5.2m) is another shining star at the club, and is a must-have for FPL managers.
- Chris Wood & Anthony Elanga (Nottingham Forest): Chris Wood (£6.9m) is well and truly back, having gifted fantasy football teams with eight points in the last matchweek. An Anthony Elanga (£5.4m) goal contribution is to be expected, and especially in Forest’s next three fixtures.
- Alex Iwobi & Bernd Leno (Fulham): Fulham travel to Southampton for matchweek 34, in what is expected to be a breeze of a fixture for the London side. Alex Iwobi (£5.5m) had eight points against Chelsea, and is likely to repeat, or better his previous result against the Saints. A clean sheet seems very much on the cards for Fulham, making Bernd Leno (£5.0m) a popular choice.
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Best Assistant Manager Options
- Eddie Howe (Newcastle)
- Arne Slot (Liverpool)
- Marco da Silva (Fulham)
Captaincy Picks
- Alexander Isak (Newcastle): Alexander Isak has no choice but to thrash Ipswich right? (In case it wasn’t obvious, he’s who I’m giving the armband this weekend).
- Mohamed Salah (Liverpool): He hasn’t been very kind to FPL managers, but maybe the chance to lift the trophy at home against Spurs may give Mohamed Salah enough confidence to bounce back.
Strategic Considerations
Monitor Press Conferences: Last-minute injury updates and team news can significantly impact your decisions. Stay informed to make timely transfers.
By staying updated on the latest news and being strategic with your Fantasy Football transfers and captaincy choices, you can navigate the challenges of Matchweek 34 and boost your FPL performance.
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Recording Date: 17.04.2025