As the Premier League season settles into rhythm, Gameweek 11 arrives with a mix of enticing fixtures and tactical dilemmas for FPL managers. Some of the big clubs are showing strong attacking numbers, while others are quietly building a foundation of defensive resilience. With high xG figures across Chelsea, Arsenal, Manchester City and Crystal Palace, and high clean sheet potential for Arsenal and Chelsea, this looks like a week to back the heavyweights. Let’s break down the best options across each position for FPL GW11.
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FPL GW11 Clean Sheet Odds & Projected Goals
The attacking numbers this week point clearly toward a few standout teams. Chelsea lead the way for expected goals (xG) at 2.22, followed by Arsenal (2.02), Manchester City (1.83), and Crystal Palace (1.78). Spurs, West Ham, and Newcastle also rank high, suggesting a Gameweek where goals could flow freely.
On the defensive front, Arsenal continue to look like a fortress, boasting the highest expected clean sheet probability at 55%. Chelsea follow with 41%, while West Ham (40%) and Nottingham Forest (36%) also rate well defensively. Everton (34%) and Fulham (30%) round out the list, indicating that managers might find value outside the traditional top sides too.
FPL GW11 Defenders to Target
Reece James (Chelsea)
FPL GW11 Players to Target- Reece James
Chelsea’s recent resurgence has coincided with Reece James rediscovering his rhythm. Over the last five Gameweeks, he’s registered the highest FPL points among all Chelsea players — an indicator of both attacking intent and clean sheet potential. Enzo Maresca has experimented with using James in midfield at times, seeking his physicality and composure in central areas. This hybrid role makes him an even more exciting prospect, as he’s getting more touches in advanced positions without losing defensive returns. With next 2 fixtures against Wolves (H) and Burnley (A) — both sides struggling for form — James could deliver at both ends of the pitch.
Gabriel Magalhães (Arsenal)
FPL GW11 Players to Target- Gabriel
Gabriel has quietly become Arsenal’s most reliable FPL asset in recent weeks. The Brazilian has delivered three goal involvements and six defensive contributions in the last five Gameweeks, leading all Arsenal players for FPL points during that period. Mikel Arteta’s side have been exceptional defensively, keeping seven clean sheets in their last nine matches across competitions and conceding just four shots on target in their last five league games. Gabriel’s aerial threat on set pieces, coupled with Arsenal’s strong clean sheet odds, makes him a standout pick and a dependable long-term hold.
FPL GW11 Midfielders to Target
Enzo Fernández (Chelsea)
FPL GW11 Players to Target- Enzo Fernandez
Enzo has been quietly racking up underlying numbers that scream potential. Over the past five Gameweeks, he leads all Chelsea players for shots, key passes, and expected goal involvement (xGI), despite playing fewer minutes than several teammates.
Top Midfielders for xGI/90 this season:
He’s had four big chances but only one goal and two big chances created without an assist — a classic case of being due. Facing a Wolves side that have conceded 22 goals already, Enzo could finally convert his strong metrics into tangible returns in GW11.
Ismaïla Sarr (Crystal Palace)
FPL GW11 Players to Target- Ismaila Sarr
Crystal Palace’s attack has come alive in recent weeks, and Ismaïla Sarr has been central to that. He ranks second only to Mateta for shots, big chances, and xGI among Palace players.
Sarr Attack Rank among Midfielders this season(Per 90 Stats):
Non-Penalty xG- 1st
xG- 2nd
Big Chances- 3rd
With Palace unbeaten at home and a kind fixture run ahead — including home games against Brighton and Manchester United and away trips to Wolves and Burnley — Sarr offers both short-term explosiveness and long-term value. His pace and directness make him a nightmare for defenders and a great differential for managers chasing rank.
Bukayo Saka (Arsenal)
FPL GW11 Players to Target- Saka
Saka continues to be Arsenal’s most influential attacker, even if the points haven’t fully reflected it lately. He’s registered the highest xGI (3.2) among Arsenal assets over the past five matches but has just one goal to show for it.
The underlying numbers suggest a haul is imminent. While Arsenal’s fixture run gets tougher after GW11, with trips to Spurs and Chelsea on the horizon, Saka remains a dependable pick for this week’s away fixture at Sunderland before managers consider switching to a Manchester United asset in GW12.
Morgan Gibbs-White (Nottingham Forest)
FPL GW11 Players to Target- Gibbs White
Gibbs-White is emerging as the heartbeat of Nottingham Forest’s attack. He leads his side for both shots and xGI over the last five matches, and his influence was evident in the 2-2 draw against Manchester United, where he created multiple chances and looked a constant threat.
Leeds’ away form has been poor, conceding 12 goals in five road games. That makes this home fixture an ideal opportunity for Gibbs-White to add to his tally and provide strong value at a mid-price point.
Bruno Guimarães (Newcastle United)
FPL GW11 Players to Target- Bruno Guimares
At just £6.6m, Bruno Guimarães offers an excellent blend of creativity, consistency, and minutes. Over the last five Gameweeks, he’s created more key passes and registered a higher expected assists (xA) than any other Newcastle player. He also ranks second for shots and xG, underlining his all-round involvement.
With four goal contributions in his last five appearances, Bruno has been Newcastle’s most productive player recently, and his advanced role continues to make him a reliable pick for managers looking for balance between budget and output.
FPL GW11 Forwards to Target
Jarrod Bowen (West Ham United)
FPL GW11 Transfer Targets- Jarod Bowen
Bowen remains West Ham’s talisman, leading them for shots, expected assists, and FPL points over the last five Gameweeks. With a very favorable fixture at home to Burnley up next, Bowen could be a great one-week punt before a tougher run of fixtures.
Burnley Defense Rank this season:
Shots conceded- 20th
Shots inside the box conceded- 20th
Big Chances conceded- 20th
xGC- 20th
Goals Conceded- 18th
Even with upcoming games against Bournemouth, Liverpool, Manchester United, and Brighton, his form and underlying numbers make him hard to ignore.
Jean-Philippe Mateta (Crystal Palace)
FPL GW11 Watchlist- Mateta
If Palace are quietly climbing up the fixture ticker, Mateta is the man spearheading that charge. He leads all Palace players for shots, goals plus assists, xGI, and total points over the past five Gameweeks.
Palace sit third on the fixture ticker for the next five, and Mateta’s consistency makes him an appealing long-term hold. With matches against Brighton (H), Wolves (A), Manchester United (H), Burnley (A), and Fulham (A), he offers sustained potential and could be one of the most underrated strikers in FPL right now.
Conclusion
Gameweek 11 offers a rare alignment of strong underlying numbers and appealing fixtures for several mid-priced and premium assets. Chelsea and Arsenal lead both the goal scoring and defensive metrics, making their players prime picks at both ends of the pitch. Palace assets such as Sarr and Mateta provide high-upside differentials, while midfielders like Enzo and Bruno Guimarães blend form with value. Whether you’re chasing rank or consolidating a solid start, GW11 has the potential for big gains — provided you back the right players at the right time.
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