As we approach Fantasy Football Matchweek 30 of the Premier League, scheduled from Tuesday, April 1, to Thursday, April 3, 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 30 Fixtures
The Fantasy Football deadline for this weekend is Tuesday, April 1, 18:15 GMT.
Tuesday, April 1
- Arsenal vs Fulham (19:45 GMT)
- Wolverhampton Wanderers vs West Ham United (19:45 GMT)
- Nottingham Forest vs Manchester United (20:00 GMT)
Wednesday, April 2
- Bournemouth vs Ipswich Town (19:45 GMT)
- Brighton & Hove Albion vs Aston Villa (19:45 GMT)
- Manchester City vs Leicester City (19:45 GMT)
- Newcastle United vs Brentford (19:45 GMT)
- Southampton vs Crystal Palace (19:45 GMT)
- Liverpool vs Everton (20:00 GMT)
Thursday, April 3
- Chelsea vs Tottenham Hotspur (20:00 GMT)
Injury Updates to Note
- Erling Haaland (Man City): Pep Guardiola’s main striker, Erling Haaland sustained an ankle injury during the international break. The Norwighan is expected back May 10.
- Cole Palmer (Chelsea): Cole Palmer missed Chelsea’s last game – a loss against Arsenal. He also didn’t attend England camp due to injury but has since returned to Chelsea training and may well feature against Tottenham.
- Chris Wood & Morgan Gibbs-White (Nottinham Forest): Chris Wood sustained a hip injury while on international duty with New Zealand in March. He is still being assessed. His teammate, Morgan Gibbs-White, sustained an injury during their FA Cup triumph over Brighton this past weekend.
Top Transfer Targets
- Milos Kerkez (Bournemouth): Bournemouth host Ipswich Town. Left-back Milos Kerkez (£5.3m) is in good form, both defensively and in attack – he has an assist in three successive Gameweeks.
- Jean-Philippe Mateta (Crystal Palace): The Eagles face bottom-of-the-table Southampton for Gameweek 30. Forward Jean-Philippe Mateta (£7.6m) has consistently found the back this season, and is likely to be impress against the Saints.
- Omar Marmoush (Man City): Egyptian Omar Marmoush (£7.4m) is looking more and more comfortable in Manchester as time passes. Leicester City should be easy opponents for Pep Guardiola’s men, and Marmoush might just find the back of the net.
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Best Assistant Manager Options
- Oliver Glasner (Crystal Palace): Crystal Palace are likely to enjoy a strong result against Southampton, and Oliver Glasner’s players may earn a healthy amount of FPL points.
- Pep Guardiola (Man City): The reigning champions host a struggling Leicester City this Gamweek, which is a game that may bring home some valuable points for Pep Guardiola’s men, and for Fantasy Football managers.
Players to Sell
- Erling Haaland (Man City): With his injury, now’s a good a time as any to let go of the most expensive player on FPL.
Captaincy Picks
- Mohamed Salah (Liverpool): I mean, who else?
- Omar Marmoush (Man City): History suggests that City will have a late surge in the season, and a win against Everton may just be the trigger this time around.
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 30 and boost your FPL performance.
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Recording Date: 08.03.2025