Who to choose as captain in Fantasy EPL for Gameweek 6: the top FPL pick
We are reviewing optimal captain candidates in Fantasy EPL for Gameweek 6.
After a prolonged pause, big club football returns to the national team. Of course, Fantasy EPL fans are most interested in the elite English division, as well as the condition of the best players of this tournament. After all, before picking a squad for the new round, one of the main questions remains – who to pick as captain for your Fantasy team?
Whom to pick as captain in Fantasy EPL for Gameweek 6
For those who are answering the question posed above – who to pick as captain in Fantasy, we are always ready to answer: “Of course, Haaland!”, we gently remind that the Norwegian suffered a minor injury in the match for the national team, and he may not be 100% ready for Manchester City's first match after the break. Not to mention that the opponents for the Cityzens in Gameweek 6 of the EPL are Liverpool, and also away. So don’t be quick to give the “bandage” to Erling.
At the same time, it makes sense to consider other candidates. And we will offer you five of them.
Bruno Fernandes (Manchester United)
Opponent: Tottenham (home)
Points already scored in Fantasy EPL: 31
Price in Fantasy EPL: 11.9 million
Why take him as captain in Gameweek 6: Spurs are very poor right now, and it’s not certain that during the international break Roberto De Zerbi will manage to change the team’s confidence. Moreover, Fernandes traditionally plays well against Tottenham. Last season, in one of the matches against Spurs the Portuguese scored a goal, and in the other he provided an assist.
Pascal Gross (Brighton)
Opponent: Sunderland (away)
Points already scored in Fantasy EPL: 47
Price in Fantasy EPL: 5.9 million
Why take him as captain in Gameweek 6: Gross is experiencing a second youth. For the 35‑year‑old German this season is a true career peak, as he won the Player of the Month award in September, and his statistics are something! Already 3 goals and 4 assists in the Premier League. And it’s only the beginning of October!
Against Sunderland, Gross can very well continue his incredible run, because during the break he did not distract himself with other matches for the national team and did not expend energy. So he’s fresh and ready to charge into battle. And most importantly – he costs “pennies” by Fantasy EPL standards.
Bukayo Saka (Arsenal)
Opponent: Leeds (home)
Points already scored in Fantasy EPL: 32
Price in Fantasy EPL: 9.6 million
Why take him as captain in Gameweek 6: Leeds this season looks like a tough nut, but specifically for Arsenal in recent years the “Pheasants” have not posed a threat. The attackers in the last three matches have thrice thrashed Leeds with an aggregate score of 13:1, and Saka in some of those matches showed himself from the best side. We think that Bukayo can still deliver a good performance – with goals and assists, so his selection as Fantasy EPL captain for Gameweek 6 looks logical.
Viktor Gyökeres (Arsenal)
Opponent: Leeds (home)
Points already scored in Fantasy EPL: 2
Price in Fantasy EPL: 7.1 million
Why take him as captain in Gameweek 6: the modest point tally of the Swede this season is a bit puzzling, but now choosing Viktor Gyökeres as Fantasy EPL captain seems more logical than ever. Against the backdrop of his competitor Kai Havertz’s injury in the German national team, and also the outstanding performance of the Swede himself during the international break, Arsenal’s coaching staff must give him a chance to shine.
Well, and the main thing – how Gyökeres plays against Leeds. Here’s the stats: 3 matches, 3 goals scored! A truly convenient opponent for Victor. He should be tried as captain, friends. Here’s our advice.
Harvey Barnes (Newcastle)
Opponent: Coventry (away)
Points collected in Fantasy EPL so far: 28
Cost in Fantasy EPL: 6.1 million
Why you should pick him as captain in Gameweek 6: in our article about choosing a captain in Fantasy EPL we said that the best fantasy captain is not always a forward. And in the case of Barnes – that’s a perfect example. Harvey is a midfielder, but that doesn’t prevent him from having the best stats for goals and assists in his team. Barnes scored 1 goal and made 2 assists, but that’s only in the EPL. He added two more goals in the English League Cup. And that exactly allows him to top the rating of the most successful, statistically, players of the season in Newcastle.
The opponent for Sorok is a bit weak – Coventry, although they have won one game, they still give the impression of being the main candidate for relegation to the Championship. So who else, if not Coventry, should Newcastle beat, and its best player improve his statistics?
Player | Team | Opponent | Potential |
|---|---|---|---|
Bruno Fernandes | Manchester United | Tottenham (home) | ★★★★★ |
Bukayo Saka | Arsenal | Leeds (home) | ★★★★☆ |
Viktor Gyökeres | Arsenal | Leeds (home) | ★★★★☆ |
Pascal Gross | Brighton | Sunderland (away) | ★★★☆☆ |
Harvey Barnes | Newcastle | Coventry (away) | ★★★☆☆ |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who to choose as captain in Fantasy EPL for Gameweek 6?
Our advice - Bruno Fernandes from Manchester United, who has a home match ahead against an uncertain and crisis‑hit Tottenham.
Who is the best captain FPL for Gameweek 6?
Bruno Fernandes looks like the optimal option. Although, of course, you can always pick Erling Haaland. But remember that the Norwegian was injured in the international match and may not have recovered 100%.
Who to give as vice‑captain in Fantasy EPL?
Good options are a pair from London Arsenal - Bukayo Saka and Viktor Gyökeres.
Who is the alternative to the main captain FPL?
You can try Erling Haaland, Bukayo Saka and Viktor Gyökeres. But there are also options for risk lovers - Pascal Gross from Brighton and Harvey Barnes from Newcastle.