Fantasy Premier League: Top Five Captains for FPL Gameweek 19
Considering the uncertainties surrounding the availability and fitness of Erling Haaland (£13.9m) for Fantasy Premier League Gameweek 19, Fantasy managers are advised to turn their attention to either Mohamed Salah (£13.2m) or Son Heung-min (£9.8m) for the captaincy role.
Both players further increased their point differentials over Haaland in the previous weekend, finding the back of the net against Arsenal and Everton, respectively. Salah, leading the charge for Liverpool, will face a Burnley side with a league-worst record of conceding 22 goals in home matches this season.
On the other hand, Son, spearheading Tottenham Hotspur, takes on Brighton & Hove Albion, the only team yet to secure a clean sheet in the current campaign. Over the last four Gameweeks, Son holds a slight advantage in output, delivering two assists in addition to his two goals, accumulating 28 points compared to Salah’s 26. As Gameweek 19 approaches, let’s explore the top five captaincy choices available.
Mohamed Salah (Liverpool)
In the upcoming fixture against Burnley (A), Mohamed Salah is once again a prominent candidate for the captaincy role. Regardless of the opposition, the Liverpool attacker consistently proves his worth and remains a top choice in captaincy discussions. In the recent match against Arsenal, Salah showcased his exceptional quality by equalizing for the Reds with a powerful shot past David Raya at the near post.
Although Burnley secured their third league win of the season against Fulham in the previous game, a trip to their turf is anticipated to result in an away victory for Jurgen Klopp’s side, with Salah expected to accumulate plenty of Fantasy points.
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Priced at £13.3m, Mohamed Salah of Liverpool stands as a standout midfielder in Fantasy Premier League. Currently ranking as the top midfielder, Salah boasts an impressive form with a score of 6.0, leading all midfielders in points per match with 7.6. In the most recent Gameweek 18, he secured 7 points, contributing to his total tally of 137 points for the season.
Notably, Salah has earned 18 bonus points and holds the highest ICT Index score of 200.4 among all midfielders, highlighting his exceptional influence on the game. With a significant ownership of 54.6%, Salah is a popular choice among Fantasy managers, securing the second-highest TSB% (Team Selected By Percentage) in the midfield category.
Son Heung-min (Tottenham Hotspur)
Son Heung-min, facing a fixture against Brighton (A), has showcased an impressive goal-scoring record in the Premier League this season, with only Erling Haaland (14) and Mohamed Salah (12) surpassing his tally of 11 goals. Currently sharing the joint-third position in the standings alongside Jarrod Bowen and Dominic Solanke, the South Korean forward is set to lead Tottenham in a clash against Brighton on the south coast.
Anticipated to be a high-scoring game, Son stands out as one of the most clinical finishers among the players set to feature at the Amex on Thursday. With two goals and two assists in his last three games, the Spurs captain is in excellent form, and upcoming fixtures against Bournemouth and Burnley provide further opportunities for him to shine.
Priced at £9.8m, Son Heung-min of Tottenham Hotspur stands as a prominent midfielder in Fantasy Premier League. Currently ranking as the third midfielder in terms of price, Son demonstrates solid form with a score of 6.7. In the points-per-match category, he holds the third position among all midfielders with an average of 6.8 points.
In the most recent Gameweek 18, Son secured 7 points, contributing to his overall tally of 122 points for the season. Impressively, he has accumulated 16 bonus points and holds a strong ICT Index score of 159.4, positioning him as the third midfielder in this metric. With a significant ownership of 43.7%, Son is a popular choice among Fantasy managers, securing the third-highest TSB% (Team Selected By Percentage) in the midfielder category.
Bukayo Saka (Arsenal)
Bukayo Saka, set to face West Ham at home in the upcoming fixture, has experienced a recent dry spell in terms of goal contributions, having not registered a goal or an assist in Arsenal’s last three Premier League matches.
However, the upcoming match against West Ham presents an opportunity for Saka to bounce back, especially considering West Ham’s struggles when playing away, with their last league win at the Emirates dating back to 2015. Notably, Saka found the net in this fixture last season, contributing to Arsenal’s 3-1 victory. With a season tally of five goals and six assists, the 22-year-old midfielder is poised to deliver a solid points performance in Gameweek 19.
Midfielder Bukayo Saka from Arsenal is currently priced at £9.0m in Fantasy Premier League, ranking fourth out of 334 in terms of price. In terms of form, he holds a rating of 4.5 and averages 5.8 points per match, placing him sixth out of 334. In the most recent Gameweek 18, Saka accrued 1 point, contributing to his total of 98 points for the season.
With 11 bonus points and an ICT (Influence, Creativity, Threat) Index of 171.0, he ranks second out of 334 in this statistical measure. Notably, Saka boasts a high TSB% (Team Selected By Percentage) of 58.2%, making him the top choice among FPL managers.
Dominic Solanke (Bournemouth)
Bournemouth’s forward Dominic Solanke, priced at £6.8m, is set for an enticing fixture against Fulham at home in the upcoming Boxing Day clash. Currently selected by 18.3% of teams, Solanke has accumulated 87 points so far. He stands third in the league for shots on goal this season, trailing only Haaland and Salah.
Impressively, six of his 12 goals this campaign have been netted in home matches. Solanke’s reliability is underscored by his consistent 90-minute appearances and penalty-taking duties. Notably, he has scored six goals in his last five games, including a hat-trick against Nottingham Forest in the previous outing. Fulham’s struggles to keep clean sheets on the road further enhance Solanke’s appeal for Fantasy Premier League managers.
Richarlison (Spurs)
Richarlison seems to be making a positive impact after a challenging first 18 months with the club. Although he needs more consistent goal-scoring performances to fully win over skeptics, the Brazilian has shown promise by scoring four goals in his last three games, a stark improvement from his earlier record of two goals in his first 39 Premier League appearances for the club.
Since returning from groin surgery at the beginning of the month, the 26-year-old appears rejuvenated, and his recent goals against Newcastle, Nottingham Forest, and Everton have boosted his confidence. Leading the line for one of the league’s most attack-minded teams, Richarlison, priced at £6.7m, could offer excellent value.
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While past poor form and competition for attacking positions may have dampened Richarlison’s Fantasy Premier League (FPL) appeal, his current resurgence, coupled with the upcoming absence of Son Heung-min due to the Asian Cup, positions him as an intriguing option. Spurs’ upcoming fixtures against Brighton (a), Bournemouth (h), Manchester United (a), and Brentford (h) further enhance Richarlison’s potential in the FPL.