FPL 2025-26 — Win Your Mini-League
GW32+ captain picks, differential targets, players to dodge, and chip strategy for the season run-in. Every point counts now.
Best Captain Picks — GW32+
The armband is the biggest decision each week. These three players offer the most reliable captain returns heading into the run-in.
Differential Picks — Low Ownership, High Ceiling
Under 10% owned — bring these in to climb your mini-league when they blank your rivals.
Players to Avoid in GW32+
Save your transfers — these popular picks are liabilities heading into the run-in.
Fixture Difficulty — GW32 to GW38
Colour guide: Green = easy · Amber = medium · Red = difficult
| Team | GW32 | GW33 | GW34 | GW35 | GW36 | GW37 | GW38 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liverpool | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ⚠️ | ✅ |
| Man City | ⚠️ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ⚠️ |
| Arsenal | ✅ | ❌ | ⚠️ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ✅ |
| Chelsea | ✅ | ✅ | ⚠️ | ✅ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Aston Villa | ⚠️ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ⚠️ | ✅ |
Chip Strategy — When to Play Your Cards
Best FPL Formations for the Run-In
The gold standard formation. 5 premium midfielders means you can fit Salah, Palmer, and 3 budget enablers. 2 forwards for Haaland + a budget cover. Maximises your budget allocation.
Three premium forwards (Haaland + two DGW FWDs). Best in double gameweeks where the forward positions are stacked. Budget midfield with 4 template mids.
More defensive coverage with 4 defenders. Useful when there are multiple clean sheet opportunities in a GW. Balances attack and defence budget.