FPL GW25 Ones to Watch: Best Fixture-Proof Picks This Gameweek
FPL GW25 ones to watch - the best players with easy fixtures this gameweek. Data-backed picks across every position with FDR 2 fixtures, form stats, and xG analysis.
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Gameweek 25 is here and the fixture gods have been generous. Five matches carry an FDR of just 2 for one side, handing a stack of premium and budget options some seriously tasty matchups. Arsenal host Sunderland, Chelsea travel to Wolves, West Ham visit Burnley, Fulham welcome Everton, and Leeds take on Nottingham Forest at home.
That's a lot of green fixtures — and a lot of opportunity to gain ranks. Here's your complete guide to the players you should be watching across every position.
🧤 Goalkeepers
Raya (Arsenal vs Sunderland, H) — £5.9m | 33.7% TSB
Form: 4.8 | PPG: 4.1 | EP: 5.8
The standout goalkeeper pick this week, and it's not particularly close. Raya has been the most consistent shot-stopper in FPL this season with 99 points already banked — first among all keepers. Arsenal's defence has been a fortress, and a home match against newly-promoted Sunderland is prime clean sheet territory. At 4.8 form, he's ticking every box.
Others to Consider
| Player | Team | Price | Fixture | FDR | Form | PPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sánchez | CHE | £4.9m | @ WOL | 2 | 4.5 | 3.9 |
| Dúbravka | BUR | £4.0m | vs WHU | 2 | 3.5 | 3.1 |
| Leno | FUL | £4.9m | vs EVE | 2 | 2.8 | 3.0 |
| Areola | WHU | £4.3m | @ BUR | 2 | 2.3 | 2.5 |
Sánchez is a solid shout if you need a cheaper route into the Chelsea defence — 90 points and 4.5 form at just £4.9m, with Wolves at home offering little offensive threat. Dúbravka at £4.0m is the budget king — he's started every match and Burnley's home form is respectable.
🛡️ Defenders
Gabriel (Arsenal vs Sunderland, H) — £7.1m | 40.5% TSB
Form: 5.8 | PPG: 7.2 | EP: 6.8 | xGI: 2.55
Gabriel isn't just the best defender in FPL this week — he's arguably the best defender in FPL, period. A wild 7.2 PPG (the highest among all defenders), 11 clean sheets, and 3 goals from set pieces make him a captain-worthy option at the back. His 6.8 expected points against Sunderland is higher than most midfielders manage in a good week. If you don't own him yet, what are you waiting for?
Saliba (Arsenal vs Sunderland, H) — £6.0m | 12.9% TSB
Form: 5.5 | PPG: 3.8 | EP: 6.5
The cheaper route into Arsenal's defence and criminally under-owned at 12.9%. Saliba's 5.5 form suggests he's started returning more recently, and at £1.1m less than Gabriel, he frees up cash for upgrades elsewhere. Double Arsenal defence is absolutely on the table against Sunderland.
Chalobah (Chelsea @ Wolves, A) — £5.7m | 23.7% TSB
Form: 4.5 | PPG: 5.1 | EP: 4.5 | Clean Sheets: 9
Chelsea's defensive record has been outstanding this season, and Chalobah has been a key part of it with 9 clean sheets in 23 starts. At Wolves — who've struggled for goals all year — another shutout looks likely. His 5.1 PPG makes him one of the highest-scoring defenders on a per-game basis.
Others to Consider
| Player | Team | Price | Fixture | FDR | Form | PPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J.Timber | ARS | £6.4m | vs SUN | 2 | 4.2 | 5.0 |
| Justin | LEE | £3.9m | vs NFO | 2 | 4.5 | 2.4 |
Timber offers yet another Arsenal route with a remarkable 5.0 PPG and 4.30 xG — outrageous numbers for a defender. Justin at £3.9m is the ultra-budget play if you need bench fodder who might actually return — Leeds at home to Forest is a decent fixture and he's in 4.5 form.
🎯 Midfielders
Summerville (West Ham @ Burnley, A) — £5.5m | 1.2% TSB
Form: 8.3 | PPG: 3.3 | EP: 8.3 | 3 goals, 3 assists
🔥 This is the standout pick of the entire gameweek. Summerville is absolutely on fire — 8.3 form is elite for a £5.5m midfielder, and his expected points match it. He's scored 3 and assisted 3 this season, but it's the recent trajectory that makes him a must-watch: his form of 8.3 is more than double his season average of 3.3 PPG, meaning he's found another gear in recent weeks.
At just 1.2% ownership, he's the definition of a differential. Over 100,000 managers brought him in this week, suggesting the bandwagon is starting — but you can still get ahead of the curve. Burnley away isn't the hardest trip in the world (FDR 2), and West Ham's attack has been clicking.
Mateus Fernandes (West Ham @ Burnley, A) — £5.5m | 0.3% TSB
Form: 7.0 | PPG: 3.8 | EP: 7.0 | Creativity: 417.2
The ultimate under-the-radar pick. Mateus Fernandes has quietly been delivering — 7.0 form and just 0.3% ownership is an absurd combination. His creativity score of 417.2 is among the highest at West Ham, meaning he's consistently creating chances. 3 goals and 2 assists from midfield at £5.5m is solid, and with the same FDR 2 fixture as Summerville, he could easily haul alongside his teammate.
Enzo (Chelsea @ Wolves, A) — £6.8m | 22.6% TSB
Form: 5.8 | PPG: 5.0 | EP: 5.8 | 8 goals, 3 assists | xGI: 13.07
Enzo has been one of the stories of the season — 8 goals from midfield with a monstrous 13.07 xGI that says the returns are sustainable. His 0.60 xGI per 90 is genuinely elite, backed by a 554 threat rating and 568 creativity score. Wolves away is the ideal fixture to keep the run going. At 22.6% ownership he's fairly well-owned but still has room to punish non-owners.
Others to Consider
| Player | Team | Price | Fixture | FDR | Form | PPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilson | FUL | £6.1m | vs EVE | 2 | 5.8 | 5.0 |
| Aaronson | LEE | £5.4m | vs NFO | 2 | 5.8 | 4.0 |
Harry Wilson has been outstanding for Fulham — 8 goals and 6 assists with a 6.90 xGI to back it up. At £6.1m with 5.0 PPG, he's a genuine set-and-forget option. Aaronson is the Leeds differential at 0.9% owned — 4 goals and 6 assists at just £5.4m with a home fixture against Forest.
⚽ Forwards
João Pedro (Chelsea @ Wolves, A) — £7.5m | 41.0% TSB
Form: 7.8 | PPG: 4.8 | EP: 7.8 | 9 goals, 5 assists | xGI: 9.19
João Pedro's move to Chelsea has paid off handsomely for FPL managers. 9 goals and 5 assists with a 7.8 form makes him the top-scoring forward on current form, and his 7.8 expected points leads all strikers this gameweek. His 0.48 xGI per 90 and 23 bonus points (most among forwards) confirm he's consistently involved and consistently rewarded. Wolves away with FDR 2 is the cherry on top.
Bowen (West Ham @ Burnley, A) — £7.7m | 9.6% TSB
Form: 7.7 | PPG: 4.7 | EP: 7.7 | 8 goals, 3 assists | xGI: 7.63
Bowen has been superb as West Ham's main forward this season — 8 goals with a 0.32 xGI per 90 and a massive 632 threat rating. At 9.6% owned, he's still a genuine differential despite being classified as a forward. West Ham have three players in this article heading to Burnley, which tells you everything about how good this fixture is. Expect Bowen to be at the heart of everything.
Calvert-Lewin (Leeds vs Nott'm Forest, H) — £5.9m | 11.7% TSB
Form: 3.5 | PPG: 4.3 | EP: 3.5 | xG: 8.70
DCL's form of 3.5 doesn't scream "must-own" — but his underlying numbers say he's been unlucky. An 8.70 xG vs just 4 goals scored means he's significantly underperforming his expected output, suggesting a goals burst is overdue. A home fixture against Forest could be the trigger. At £5.9m he's a solid budget forward option who could explode at any moment.
Others to Consider
| Player | Team | Price | Fixture | FDR | Form | PPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raúl | FUL | £6.2m | vs EVE | 2 | 3.8 | 3.3 |
| Delap | CHE | £6.2m | @ WOL | 2 | 4.2 | 2.1 |
Raúl Jiménez carries a 7.45 xG — like DCL, he's due a hot streak. Delap at Chelsea is the cheapest way into their attack, but 9 starts in 24 games means rotation risk is real.
📊 The Big Picture: GW25 FDR 2 Fixtures
| Home | Away | FDR (Home) | FDR (Away) | Kickoff |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARS | SUN | 2 | 5 | Sat 3pm |
| LEE | NFO | 2 | 3 | Fri 8pm |
| BUR | WHU | 2 | 2 | Sat 3pm |
| FUL | EVE | 2 | 3 | Sat 3pm |
| WOL | CHE | 3 | 2 | Sat 3pm |
Five teams with FDR 2 means there's no excuse for a blank bench this week. Burnley vs West Ham is uniquely interesting as both sides have FDR 2, meaning defensive assets from either side are in play.
🏆 Top Picks Summary
| Category | Player | Price | Key Stat |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🧤 Best GK | Raya | £5.9m | 4.8 form, 99 pts |
| 🛡️ Best DEF | Gabriel | £7.1m | 7.2 PPG, 11 CS |
| 🎯 Best MID | Summerville | £5.5m | 8.3 form, 1.2% owned |
| ⚽ Best FWD | João Pedro | £7.5m | 7.8 form, 9G 5A |
| 💰 Best Budget | Aaronson | £5.4m | 5.8 form, 0.9% owned |
| 🔥 Best Differential | M. Fernandes | £5.5m | 7.0 form, 0.3% owned |
Final Thoughts 💭
GW25 is one of those weeks where the fixture ticker lights up green across the board. The West Ham trio of Summerville, Mateus Fernandes, and Bowen heading to Burnley is particularly exciting — all three are in form and all three are priced reasonably.
If you're looking for a safe captain, Gabriel at home to Sunderland might just be the play — 6.8 expected points from a defender is extraordinary. But if you want to roll the dice, Summerville at 1.2% owned could be the rank-rocket of the week.
Good luck this gameweek! 🍀
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