Fernandes Dominates as Top Haaland Vice-Captain Pick in FPL

Morgan Winslow

Published: March 4, 2026 5:34 PM ET

Fernandes Dominates as Top Haaland Vice-Captain Pick in FPL

After Erling Haaland was ruled out for Manchester City’s match against Leeds United, millions of Fantasy Premier League (FPL) managers had to rely on their vice-captains for points. Over 5.7 million players who had selected Haaland as captain had to pivot to their vice-captain choices.

Bruno Fernandes Shines as Top Vice-Captain Choice

Manchester United’s Bruno Fernandes emerged as the most popular vice-captain alternative. He scored 13 points, enhancing his reputation among FPL players. More than 744,000 managers now look to him as their captain for Gameweek 28.

Recent performances have solidified Fernandes’s status. He has achieved double-digit scores in his last five home games, accumulating a total of 56 points in that span. In a match against Crystal Palace, he showcased his abilities with four shots on goal and one key chance created.

Other Vice-Captain Standouts

Hugo Ekitike (£9.0m): The Liverpool forward scored and assisted twice in a thrilling 5-2 win over West Ham, securing 15 points for over 314,000 FPL managers who selected him as their vice-captain.
Antoine Semenyo (£8.1m): He scored the sole goal for Manchester City in their 1-0 victory against Leeds, delivering an eight-point return for those who backed him, totaling 16 points after the vice-captain bonus.
Igor Thiago (£7.1m): The Brentford striker added to his tally, scoring his 18th goal of the season in a dramatic 4-3 victory against Burnley, rewarding over 349,000 vice-captain selections with six points.
Joao Pedro (£7.6m): In Chelsea’s recent match, he ended his six-game streak without an attacking return during the loss to Arsenal, earning just two points.

Conclusion

Bruno Fernandes stands out as the top vice-captain pick following Haaland’s absence, providing a significant boost for many Fantasy Premier League managers. With strong performances from other vice-captain choices, this Gameweek has proven fruitful for players adjusting their strategies.