Gameweek 26 turned out to be an interesting one despite the absence of two notable teams in Arsenal and Manchester United. Harry Kane owners were rewarded as the Englishman produced a massive 20 point haul to give his owners a big push towards the top.
Chelsea had a tricky match against Swansea but ultimately ended on top with superb performances from ex-Barcelona pair Pedro and Fabregas. Elsewhere, Merseyside clubs had extremely different outings. Everton won their fixture against Sunderland and the club are unbeaten in their last 9 matches. However, Liverpool were thrashed by Leicester City as Jamie Vardy scored a superb brace to deny Liverpool the points.
Note to managers: Gameweek 28 will only be played by Bournemouth, West Ham, Everton, West Brom, Liverpool and Burnley
As a double gameweek solely for Manchester City looms around the corner, Sportskeeda brings to you 5 players that could help you in Gameweek 27:
#1 Sergio Aguero – 12.7
Gabriel Jesus’ arrival had cast a cloud on the Argentine’s status in the Manchester City squad but the striker is back in the ranks once again due to the Brazilian’s injury. The lethal forward has cemented his place and will easily be the most lethal player playing this gameweek. The player is a complete striker and has the ability to score some absolute world class goals.
City’s win in the FA Cup means that the club will have a double gameweek and this is the perfect time to use your Triple Captain chip on the Argentine. Manchester City first go up against Sunderland at the Stadium of Light, a team that have been a disaster at the back.
Their next game will be against Stoke City at the Etihad stadium, who recently got demolished by Harry Kane at White Hart Lane. Two enticing fixtures make Aguero a solid pick for a Triple Captain chip.
Next 3 fixtures: Sunderland(A), Stoke(H), Liverpool(H)
#2 Manolo Gabbiadini – 6.7
The former Napoli hitman has had an absolutely sensational start at Southampton. The player has perfectly slotted himself into Claude Puel’s plans and has been extremely impressive. The Italian has scored three goals in his last two Premier League games and will be eager for more.
His heroics for Southampton in the EFL Cup final are also a proof of the striker’s ability. Fortunately for Gabbiadini, the Saints also boast of a strong midfield which has the ability create opportunities for their new star striker.
Southampton travel to Vicarage Road as they face Watford this gameweek. The Hornets have not kept a single clean sheet in their last five games and there is no doubt that their defence continues to be shaky. A Southampton attacker is a good bet in this case and could give great returns considering their current form and Watford’s vulnerable defence.
Next 3 fixtures: Watford(A), Tottenham(A), Bournemouth(H)
#3 Gylfi Sigurdsson – 7.6
Perhaps the most effective midfielder in FPL in the past few weeks, Gylfi Sigurdsson has become a must buy due to his recent exploits. The attacking midfielder has shown his quality once again under new manager Paul Clement.
He has been involved in seven goals for the Swans in as many games and has played a huge role in their recent change in form. The Iceland international also takes penalties and free kicks for his team which gives him a huge advantage over several other midfielders.
Swansea’s next game is at the Liberty Stadium against Burnley who have been awful away from home defensively. Burnley have kept just a single clean sheet in all their matches away from home and conceded an average of 2.27 goals when playing on the road.
Next 3 fixtures: Burnley(H), Hull(A), Bournemouth(A)
#4 Antonio Valencia – 5.6
The fullback has been one of the most consistent performers from Manchester United. A solid and reliable defender, Antonio Valencia has improved even more under Jose Mourinho. The Red Devils have been able to form a resolute backline and have conceded a measly two goals in their last five games in the Premier League.
Valencia has the knack of delivering some deadly crosses and with an aerial threat like Zlatan Ibrahimovic in the box, the fullback has a lot to gain.
United’s coming fixture is against Eddie Howe’s Bournemouth who have not been in the best of form lately. The Cherries have not won a single match in their last seven league fixtures. Bournemouth are in a mini crisis of sorts after having lost four games in a row and the Red Devils will be out to humiliate them further and hope to increase the tally to five.
Next 3 fixtures: Bournemouth(H), Middlesbrough(A), West Brom(H)
#5 Lee Grant – 4.4
The Stoke City goalkeeper has the tendency to get a lot of points due to his high save ratio. Although the Potters had a terrible game against Tottenham last gameweek, we are counting on their otherwise stable defence to deliver the goods this gameweek. Lee Grant averages 4.5 points per match in his last 5 Premier League fixture which is quite a decent tally when it comes to a goalkeeper.
This week Stoke City host Middlesbrough at the bet365 stadium. Middlesbrough have been one of the worst sides this season on offence and have really struggled to score find the back of the net with much consistency. A player like Grant stands to gain a lot from this and there is a strong possibility that he will manage to get his clean sheet points.
Next 3 fixtures: Middlesbrough(H), Manchester City(A), Chelsea(H)
