Best Goalkeeper picks in FPL Gameweek 26
As we approach the crucial stages of the Fantasy Premier League (FPL) season, managers are facing tough decisions due to the absence of key teams like Liverpool, Chelsea, and Tottenham in Gameweek 26.
However, it’s important to note that the current gameweek isn’t concluded until after Wednesday night’s fixtures. Considering this and upcoming fixtures, here are the five best goalkeeper picks in FPL to consider for this gameweek.
Jordan Pickford (Everton)
Jordan Pickford, Everton’s goalkeeper, is priced at £4.6m in the Fantasy Premier League. With a current form rating of 4.0 and an average of 3.7 points per match, he sits at the 13th position out of 94 goalkeepers. In Gameweek 25, he secured 3 points, accumulating a total of 93 points so far in the season, including 12 bonus points.
His ICT (Influence, Creativity, Threat) Index stands at 61.9, placing him at the 9th position out of 94 goalkeepers, with a TSB (Total Selection Percentage) of 11.4%, ranking him 8th. In the upcoming game against Brighton, Pickford might be called upon to make numerous saves, with the potential for both teams to secure clean sheets.
Emiliano Martínez (Aston Villa)
Emiliano Martínez Romero, Aston Villa’s goalkeeper, commands a price of £5.2m in the Fantasy Premier League. Currently ranking 5th out of 94 goalkeepers, he boasts a form rating of 3.5 and averages 3.5 points per match, placing him 12th overall.
In Gameweek 25, he earned 3 points, accumulating a total of 84 points for the season, accompanied by 12 bonus points. With an ICT (Influence, Creativity, Threat) Index of 63.0, he holds the 8th position out of 94 goalkeepers, while his TSB (Total Selection Percentage) stands at 12.8%, ranking him 5th. As Villa faces Nottingham Forest in the next match, there is an expectation for a clean sheet, further enhancing Martínez’s appeal as a potential fantasy pick.
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David Raya (Arsenal)
David Raya Martin, representing Arsenal, is priced at £5.0m in the FPL. Currently ranked 8th out of 94 goalkeepers, he maintains a strong form with a rating of 4.0 and an impressive average of 4.0 points per match, positioning him 3rd overall.
In Gameweek 25, he secured 6 points, accumulating a total of 79 points for the season, including 3 bonus points. With an ICT (Influence, Creativity, Threat) Index of 28.8, he ranks 20th among goalkeepers, while his TSB (Total Selection Percentage) stands at 6.9%, placing him 11th. As Arsenal prepares to face Newcastle in the next match, Raya Martin’s performance is expected to be pivotal, highlighting his importance in the upcoming fixture.
André Onana (Manchester United)
André Onana, representing Manchester United in FPL gameweek 25, comes at a price of £4.8m. Positioned 10th out of 94 goalkeepers, he maintains solid form with a rating of 4.0 and an average of 3.6 points per match, placing him 10th overall.
In Gameweek 25, he secured 3 points, accumulating a total of 90 points for the season, accompanied by 6 bonus points. With an impressive ICT (Influence, Creativity, Threat) Index of 73.7, he ranks 3rd among goalkeepers, while his TSB (Total Selection Percentage) stands at 12.1%, placing him 6th. As Man Utd gears up to face Fulham in the next match, Onana’s performance is anticipated to be crucial in securing a positive outcome for his team.
Alphonse Areola (West Ham)
Alphonse Areola, representing West Ham in FPL, is priced at £4.2m. Ranked 36th out of 94 goalkeepers, he currently maintains a form rating of 2.0 and an average of 3.8 points per match, positioning him 5th overall.
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In Gameweek 25, he secured 3 points, accumulating a total of 84 points for the season, including 8 bonus points. With an ICT (Influence, Creativity, Threat) Index of 66.0, he ranks 7th among goalkeepers, while his TSB (Total Selection Percentage) stands at an impressive 35.4%, making him the top pick in terms of ownership. As West Ham prepares to face Brentford in the next match, Areola’s performance is expected to be crucial, with the potential for him to make crucial saves to secure a positive result for his team.