Fantasy Premier League Gameweek 37 is here, and for most managers, this is either the week that clinches a mini-league title or the week that throws it all away. With just 2 gameweeks remaining, every transfer, every captain choice, and every point on the bench matters twice as much. This guide breaks down the captain picks, transfer targets, differentials, and chip strategy you need to finish the season strong.
Gameweek 37 Fixtures and Key Matchups
Before picking your team, you need to understand the fixture landscape. Gameweek 37 features all 20 teams in action, with some matches carrying far more weight than others:
- Arsenal vs Nottingham Forest - Arsenal at home with the title on the line. Expect maximum attacking intent.
- Man City vs Fulham - City at the Etihad, chasing Arsenal. Attack-minded as always.
- Brighton vs Burnley - Burnley away, leaking goals. Brighton's attack could feast.
- Brentford vs West Ham - West Ham fighting relegation, which could mean an open game.
- Liverpool vs Bournemouth - Liverpool at home, pushing for top five.
- Crystal Palace vs Everton - Mid-table clash, lower priority for FPL.
- Sunderland vs Tottenham - Spurs still fighting relegation, could be chaotic.
The standout fixtures for FPL purposes are Arsenal at home, Man City at home, and Brighton at home. All three have strong attacking records on their own turf and face opponents with limited defensive solidity.
Captain Picks: The Three Best Options
1. Bukayo Saka (Arsenal) - 12.3m, 58% ownership
Saka is the standout captain pick for Gameweek 37. Arsenal host Nottingham Forest at the Emirates, where they have scored 40 goals in 18 home matches this season (2.22 per game). Saka himself has 7 goals and 5 assists in his last 10 Premier League appearances. With the title race going to the wire, Arsenal will throw everything at Forest, and Saka is the man who makes everything click in the final third. His underlying numbers over the last 6 gameweeks are remarkable: 4.2 expected goals involvement (xGI) per 90 minutes, the highest in the league.
2. Phil Foden (Man City) - 11.8m, 34% ownership
Foden has been the form player in Fantasy Premier League over the last month, returning double-digit hauls in 3 of the last 5 gameweeks. City host Fulham, a team they have beaten in 15 consecutive home league meetings. The fixture is as reliable as it gets in FPL. Foden's role in Guardiola's system has evolved this season; he is spending more time in central areas, taking more shots from inside the box, and getting on the end of moves he used to start. His shot volume over the last 6 gameweeks (4.8 per 90) is elite.
3. Bryan Mbeumo (Brentford) - 7.9m, 18% ownership
The differential captain pick for brave managers. Mbeumo travels to West Ham, who are bottom of the form table over the last 6 gameweeks with 0.8 points per game. The Hammers have conceded 12 goals in their last 6 home matches. Mbeumo is on penalties, free kicks, and corners for Brentford, giving him multiple routes to returns. At less than 20% ownership, captaining Mbeumo could be the move that wins you your mini-league if Saka and Foden blank.
Transfer Targets: Who to Bring In
Kaoru Mitoma (Brighton) - 6.4m
Mitoma has returned to form at exactly the right time. Over the last 4 gameweeks, he has 2 goals and 3 assists, with an xGI of 1.8 per 90 minutes. Brighton host Burnley, who have the worst defensive record in the league away from home (42 goals conceded in 18 away games, 2.33 per match). At 6.4m, Mitoma is affordable and freeing up 1-2m compared to premium midfielders. He is owned by just 7% of managers, making him a genuine differential.
Anthony Elanga (Nottingham Forest) - 5.8m
Elanga has been one of the surprise packages of the season, and his underlying numbers are stronger than his ownership suggests. He travels to Arsenal in Gameweek 37, which looks tough on paper, but Forest's counter-attacking style means Elanga will get opportunities on the break. Arsenal commit bodies forward at home, leaving space in behind that Elanga's pace can exploit. He has 3 goals and 2 assists in his last 6 away appearances. At 5.8m, he is a bargain enabler.
Morgan Gibbs-White (Nottingham Forest) - 6.1m
If you prefer Forest's creative hub over their pace threat, Gibbs-White is the pick. He has averaged 4.2 key passes per 90 over the last 6 gameweeks, the highest in the league. The assists have not always followed the chances created, but against an Arsenal side that will dominate possession, Forest's transitions will go through Gibbs-White. He is on set pieces and penalties in some situations, adding to his floor. At just 5% ownership, he is a proper differential.
Differential Picks: Low Ownership, High Upside
With mini-leagues on the line, differentials are where titles are won and lost. Here are 3 players owned by fewer than 8% of managers who could deliver match-winning returns:
Matheus Cunha (Wolves) - 5.5m, 4% ownership
Cunha has been quietly productive since returning from injury. His role as a second striker means he gets into good positions regularly, and his shot volume (3.1 per 90) is respectable for his price point. Wolves have a decent fixture, and Cunha's all-round contribution (goals, assists, shots, chances created) gives him a solid points floor even without attacking returns.
Pedro Neto (Chelsea) - 6.7m, 6% ownership
Neto has found consistency in recent weeks, starting 5 of the last 6 matches and contributing 2 goals and 1 assist. His pace and directness make him a threat on the counter, and Chelsea's fixture in Gameweek 37 is one where they should see plenty of the ball. If you need to differ from your mini-league rivals, Neto at low ownership is a smart swing.
Danny Welbeck (Brighton) - 5.0m, 2% ownership
The ultimate punt. Welbeck has been scoring regularly when he starts, and against Burnley at home, Brighton are expected to create chances in volume. At 5.0m, he is a cheap striker who could produce a 15+ point haul if he finds the net. For managers in head-to-head contests where every point matters, Welbeck is worth considering as a fourth striker or bench option.
Players to Sell: Who to Drop
Every transfer in requires a transfer out. Here are 3 players to move on before the Gameweek 37 deadline:
Any West Ham attacker - West Ham are in freefall. They have scored 2 goals in their last 6 matches and are facing a Brentford side that has been solid defensively. There is no FPL value in West Ham's attack right now.
Injured or rotation risks - With nothing left to play for, several mid-table teams will rotate heavily. Be cautious with players from Crystal Palace, Everton, and any team mathematically safe. Check the press conferences before the deadline.
Expensive defenders from teams with tough fixtures - If you are holding a premium defender from a team with a difficult Gameweek 37 fixture, consider downgrading to free up funds for attackers with better matchups. Clean sheets are hard to predict in the final weeks.
Chip Strategy: When to Play Your Remaining Chips
Most managers have at least one chip remaining at this stage. Here is how to use them:
Triple Captain: Gameweek 37 is a strong option if you are leaning Saka or Foden. Both have elite fixtures and the motivation to perform. The alternative is Gameweek 38, but that fixture list is harder to predict because team motivation varies wildly on the final day. If you have a clear captain preference, Triple Captain in Gameweek 37 reduces the risk.
Bench Boost: Save it for Gameweek 38 if your bench has 4 playable starters. The final day often produces unexpected results, and having 15 players active maximizes your chance of catching a random haul. The key is making sure your bench is not filled with 4.0m fodder.
Free Hit: If you still have the Free Hit, Gameweek 37 is probably the time to use it. You can load up on Arsenal, City, and Brighton assets without worrying about long-term value. The Free Hit gives you a completely fresh squad for one week, which is ideal when fixture difficulty varies so much between teams.
Template Team: A Strong Gameweek 37 Lineup
Here is a balanced Gameweek 37 template that covers the key assets without blowing the budget:
- GK: David Raya (Arsenal) - 5.5m
- DEF: Arsenal defender - 6.0m, Liverpool defender - 5.5m, Brighton defender - 4.8m
- MID: Bukayo Saka (Arsenal) - 12.3m, Phil Foden (Man City) - 11.8m, Kaoru Mitoma (Brighton) - 6.4m, Anthony Elanga (Forest) - 5.8m
- FWD: Premium striker - 9.0m, Budget striker - 6.0m, Bench fodder - 4.5m
This setup gives you exposure to the 3 best fixtures (Arsenal, City, Brighton) with both premium and differential picks. The defense is solid without being expensive, and the midfield is where the points should come from.
Form Data: Who Is Hot and Who Is Not
Looking at the last 6 gameweeks, here are the top FPL performers by position:
Top Form Midfielders (last 6 GWs):
- Saka - 62 pts (10.3 per GW)
- Foden - 57 pts (9.5 per GW)
- Mitoma - 41 pts (6.8 per GW)
Top Form Forwards (last 6 GWs):
- City striker - 48 pts (8.0 per GW)
- Brentford striker - 39 pts (6.5 per GW)
- Brighton forward - 35 pts (5.8 per GW)
Top Form Defenders (last 6 GWs):
- Arsenal defender - 44 pts (7.3 per GW)
- Newcastle defender - 38 pts (6.3 per GW)
- Brighton defender - 33 pts (5.5 per GW)
The pattern is clear: Arsenal and City assets dominate the form charts, with Brighton providing strong value at lower price points. Building your Gameweek 37 team around these clusters is the data-driven approach.
Fixture Difficulty Analysis
Not all fixtures are created equal. Here is the fixture difficulty rating (FDR) for the key FPL teams in Gameweek 37, based on our analysis of opponent defensive records, home/away splits, and motivational factors:
- Arsenal (H vs Forest): FDR 2 - Excellent. Forest have conceded 38 goals away from home this season.
- Man City (H vs Fulham): FDR 2 - Excellent. City have won 15 consecutive home league games against Fulham.
- Brighton (H vs Burnley): FDR 2 - Excellent. Burnley have the worst away defense in the league.
- Brentford (A vs West Ham): FDR 3 - Good. West Ham in terrible form and low on confidence.
- Liverpool (H vs Bournemouth): FDR 3 - Good. Liverpool strong at home, but Bournemouth are capable.
- Tottenham (A vs Sunderland): FDR 4 - Tough. Tottenham desperate but away from home against motivated opposition.
The fixture landscape overwhelmingly favors loading up on Arsenal, City, and Brighton assets. If your team is light on these three clubs, use your transfers to correct that imbalance before the deadline.
Final Tips for Gameweek 37 Success
1. Do not hold transfers. If you have 2 free transfers, use them both. There is no benefit in carrying them into the final week.
2. Check team news religiously. At this stage of the season, rotation is rampant. A player you expect to start might be rested entirely. Wait for confirmed lineups if you can.
3. Differential over template. If you are chasing in your mini-league, go different. Captain Mbeumo instead of Saka. Bench the obvious picks. You cannot catch the leader by copying them.
4. Defense matters less than attack. In the final gameweeks, goals and assists drive rank changes. Do not spend 30m on defense when 25m does the same job but gives you 5m extra for attack.
5. Watch the motivation. Teams fighting relegation or chasing European spots will play at full intensity. Teams with nothing to play for might not. Prioritize assets from motivated teams.
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Good luck in Gameweek 37. May your captain haul, your differentials fire, and your bench not be needed.