Gameweek 22 arrives at a fascinating moment in the FPL season. After the chaos of cup fixtures, injuries, and fixture swings, GW22 feels like the quiet before the storm — a rare week where there are no doubles, no blanks, and no chip traps. Just pure, clean FPL decision‑making.
But don’t let the calm fool you. This is the week where engaged managers quietly separate from the pack.
With fixture swings for Chelsea and Aston Villa, a resurgent Liverpool full‑back option, and a Burnley defence leaking chances at historic levels, GW22 is full of opportunities hiding in plain sight.
Let’s break it all down.
🔥 1. The Big Picture: Why GW22 Matters
GW22 is a classic “edge week.” Casual managers are still reacting to last week’s scores. Engaged managers are looking ahead.
Chelsea and Aston Villa begin long fixture runs that stretch deep into the season. Burnley remain statistically the worst defence in the league101 Great Goals. Nottingham Forest and Everton continue to struggle at both ends of the pitch. And several popular assets are suddenly rotation risks or injury doubts.
This is the moment to get ahead — not chase.
⚽ 2. Teams to Target in GW22
Aston Villa — the standout team of the week
Villa’s run from GW22 onwards is exceptional: EVE (H), NEW (A), BRE (H), BOU (A), BRI (H), LEE (H).
Everton at home is a perfect entry point. Newcastle away is tougher, but their defence is inconsistent. Then Villa hit a run of green fixtures that could define your season.
Morgan Rogers is the standout pick. He’s blanked recently, but the fixtures turn dramatically in his favour, and he remains nailed, direct, and excellent value.
Ollie Watkins is also a strong option, but Rogers offers better value and flexibility.
Chelsea — the fixture swing begins
Chelsea’s run is arguably the best in the league: BRE (H), CRY (A), WHU (H), WOL (A), LEE (H), BUR (H).
Even better: Their defence is low‑owned among engaged managers, meaning early adopters gain immediate rank upside.
Trevoh Chalobah is the standout defensive pick — he’s hit DEFCON thresholds five times in his last seven starts, showing consistency and bonus potential.
In midfield, Enzo Fernández is the best route into their attack with Palmer a fitness doubt. He’s posting elite underlying numbers — 5th‑highest expected goal involvement in the league.
Liverpool — the Frimpong factor
With Conor Bradley out for the season, Jeremie Frimpong becomes a nailed attacking full‑back for Liverpool.
Burnley at home is the dream fixture: They’re bottom for xGA, shots conceded in the box, and non‑penalty xGC.
Frimpong is explosive, low‑owned, and perfectly timed for a one‑week punt or long‑term hold.
🧨 3. Players to Buy in GW22
Morgan Rogers (AVL)
- Fixtures: elite
- Role: nailed
- Form: strong underlying numbers
- Price: perfect enabler Verdict: The standout midfield buy of GW22.
Enzo Fernández (CHE)
- Fixtures: outstanding
- Penalties when Palmer is off
- Elite xGI numbers Verdict: Best Chelsea attacker to own right now.
Jeremie Frimpong (LIV)
- Nailed due to Bradley injury
- Burnley at home
- Huge attacking upside Verdict: A high‑upside differential with perfect timing.
Ekitike (LIV)
- Back fit
- Goal + assist in FA Cup
- Faces the league’s worst defence Verdict: The best forward punt of the week.
🧊 4. Players to Sell in GW22
Mohammed Kudus (TOT)
Out until after the March international break. Verdict: Easy sell.
Gyökeres (ARS)
Minutes uncertain, form poor, rotation rising. Verdict: Move on.
Matheus Cunha (WOL)
Inconsistent returns, tough fixtures (MCI, ARS). Verdict: Sell before the pain hits.
Michael Keane (EVE)
Suspended and Everton defence unreliable. Verdict: No‑brainer.
🎯 5. Captaincy for GW22
This is a wide‑open captaincy week.
Top Options
- Erling Haaland — Manchester derby, but United have 1 clean sheet in 15 games.
- Phil Foden — Loves the derby: 7 goals in his last 7 vs United.
- Jeremie Frimpong — Burnley at home is the best fixture of the week.
- Morgan Rogers — Everton at home is a great attacking matchup.
My Ranking
- Haaland
- Foden
- Frimpong
- Rogers
🔍 6. Differentials to Consider
Chalobah (CHE)
Low‑owned, great fixtures, bonus magnet.
Ekitike (LIV)
Explosive, fit, and facing the worst defence in the league.
Igor Thiago (BRE)
Strong underlying numbers and a good matchup.
🧠 7. Chip Strategy for GW22
Do NOT use a chip this week.
GW22 is a clean, single gameweek with no structural advantage for chips.
Save them for:
- GW25–27 doubles
- GW29 blank
- GW34 and GW37 doubles
This is a week for smart transfers, not chip plays.
📊 8. Ideal GW22 Transfer Moves
If you have 1 FT
- Kudus → Rogers
- Gyökeres → Ekitike
- Palmer → Enzo
- A defender → Chalobah or Frimpong
If you have 2 FTs
- Upgrade a weak defender to Frimpong
- Move onto Chelsea early
- Add a Villa attacker
If you’re wildcarding soon
- Take short‑term punts like Ekitike or Frimpong
🏁 9. Final Thoughts
GW22 is a deceptively important week. It’s not loud. It’s not chaotic. But it’s full of fixture swings, low‑owned gems, and high‑upside moves that can quietly transform your season.
Chelsea and Villa are entering golden runs. Liverpool have a new attacking full‑back option. Burnley remain the team to target. And several popular assets are now clear sells.
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