Top FPL Gameweek 27 Captain Picks Revealed
In Fantasy Premier League (FPL) Gameweek 26, Gabriel, the most Triple Captained defender in FPL history, underperformed, earning only seven points across two matches. In contrast, Declan Rice impressed, attracting the attention of 100,000 managers who utilized their chips for his selection. As we approach Gameweek 27, discussions about captaincy are heating up.
Top FPL Gameweek 27 Captain Picks Revealed
With the Saturday deadline set for 1.30 pm GMT, many FPL managers are contemplating whether to captain Erling Haaland, priced at £14.9m, or consider alternative options. Chelsea’s attractive home fixture against Burnley presents an opportunity for in-form players like Cole Palmer (£10.6m) and Joao Pedro (£7.7m) to shine.
Captaincy Poll Insights
- Cole Palmer and Joao Pedro are neck and neck at the top of the Fantasy Football Scout captaincy poll.
- The duo has collectively scored 50 Fantasy points over the last two Gameweeks.
- Erling Haaland is in third place after being cleared to play but only has about 12% of the vote.
Manchester City will face Newcastle in the evening fixture. Newcastle had a midweek UEFA Champions League match, which could affect their performance this week.
Other Contenders
Three additional players have garnered over 5% support in the captaincy poll:
- Morgan Rogers (£7.6m)
- Igor Thiago (£7.0m)
- Antoine Semenyo (£8.0m)
All three are set to play at home and rank among the top 10 highest points scorers this season.
Player Statistics Overview
In previewing Gameweek 27, we will evaluate the Rate My Team (RMT) projections and analyze player statistics from the past six Gameweeks. This data will assist in finalizing the top three captaincy choices for FPL managers.
As the deadline approaches, managers must weigh their options carefully to maximize their point returns in this crucial Gameweek.
