As we approach Fantasy Football Matchweek 38 of the Premier League, scheduled for Sunday, May 25, it’s essential for FPL managers to strategise effectively to maximise their points and end the season on a high.
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 38 Fixtures
The Fantasy Football deadline for the final Gameweek is Sunday, May 25, 14:30 GMT.
Sunday, May 25
- Bournemouth vs Leicester City (18:00 BST)
- Fulham vs Manchester City (18:00 BST)
- Ipswich Town vs West Ham United (18:00 BST)
- Liverpool vs Crystal Palace (18:00 BST)
- Brentford vs Fulham (18:00 BST)
- Manchester United vs Aston Villa (18:00 BST)
- Newcastle United vs Everton (18:00 BST)
- Nottingham Forest vs Chelsea (18:00 BST)
- Tottenham Hotspur vs Brighton & Hove Albion (18:00 BST)
- Wolverhampton Wanderers vs Brentford (18:00 BST)
Injury Updates to Note
- Rodri (Man City): Manchester City’s main man made his highly anticipated return in their 3-1 win over in the last Matchweek.
- Alexander Isak (Newcastle): While Rodri returned to action, Newcastle’s Alexander Isak was sidelined due to injury in the Magpies’ 1-0 loss last weekend. He may however feature against Everton come Sunday.
Top Transfer Targets
- Bukayo Saka & David Raya (Arsenal): The Gunners play Southampton on the final day of the season. In what should be an easy win for Arsenal, Bukayo Saka (£10.3m) is likely to deliver. Meanwhile, between the sticks, David Raya (£5.5m) may provide Fantasy Football teams with clean sheet points.
- Ollie Watkins (Aston Villa): Aston Villa face Manchester United this weekend. With United in 16th and Villa and Ollie Watkins (£9.1m) performing better, Fantasy Football managers will want to invest here.
- Dan Burn (Newcastle): Newcastle host Everton this weekend, and may just enjoy a clean sheet as they aim to secure UEFA Champions League football. Dan Burn (£4.6m) will gift FPL managers highly should the clean sheet come to fruition.
- Jarrod Bowen (West Ham): Facing Ipswich, West Ham and Jarrod Bowen (£7.9m) are likely to have a good last day of the 2024/25 season.
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Best Assistant Manager Options
- Unai Emery (Aston Villa)
- Vitor Pereira (Brentford)
- Graham Potter (West Ham)
- Mikel Arteta (Arsenal)
Captaincy Picks
- Bryan Mbuemo (Brentford vs Wolves)
- Mohamed Salah (Liverpool vs Crystal Palace)
- Ollie Watkins (Aston Villa vs Man Utd)
- Alexander Isak (Newcastle vs Everton)
- Jarrod Bowen (West Ham vs Ipswich)
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 38 and boost your FPL performance.
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Recording Date: 18.05.2025