Fantasy Premier League: Must-Have Players to Watch for Double Gameweek 33

This weekend promises another riveting round of Premier League matches, with midweek fixtures scheduled for next week due to the FA Cup semi-finals. As such, it’s crucial to give your FPL selections some serious thought in preparation for Double Gameweek 33!

Here are the top players to consider for FPL Double Gameweek 33, based on the AI-predicted points from Fantasy Football Hub.

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Arsenal’s defence remains one of the most formidable in the Premier League this season, currently trailing only Liverpool and Nottingham Forest, who lead the way with 13 clean sheets. The Gunners have achieved 11 shut-outs from 32 matches this season, including four this calendar year.

However, the defence’s performance could have been even better, with an expected clean sheet total of 14.97 for the season. They have conceded the fewest goals (27) and big chances (43) in the league, allowing only 299 shots on target. Notably, Arsenal have managed not to concede more than one goal per match in 2025.

William Saliba stands out as the prime target from their defence, especially with Gabriel out injured. Saliba has netted two goals this season from three clear chances. Meanwhile, his understudy, Jakub Kiwior, is a budget-friendly option at £1.7m less and is projected to earn close to Saliba’s potential of 9.4 points.

Midfielder: Bukayo Saka – 12.1 points

With Arsenal featuring in a Double Gameweek, Bukayo Saka is naturally positioned as the top AI recommendation for captaincy. The Gunners midfielder has attracted a remarkable 250,000 new managers, making him the most sought-after player.

His stats speak volumes, boasting 17 goal involvements from 16 starts this season, including six goals and 11 assists. Saka is also a key component in set pieces for Arsenal, including penalties, though his recent miss against Real Madrid in the Champions League, with Martin Ødegaard poised to take over, raises a few eyebrows.

Saka’s main concern for achieving a 12-point return is his minutes, as he has played approximately 90 minutes across three league matches since his return from injury. He managed 77 minutes during midweek European action, but with potential progression in the Champions League, there is a chance the management might be cautious with their star player.

For the upcoming fixtures, Manchester City’s Omar Marmoush is the standout forward choice. The Egyptian winger has made an impact since joining the Premier League, scoring six goals and providing one assist from seven starts.

With Erling Haaland sidelined, Marmoush has secured his position in the starting eleven, featuring in all of City’s last four Premier League matches. During this stretch, he has contributed to four goals and may even take penalties in Haaland’s absence.

Manchester City approach their double-week with a competitive edge, having been free from fixtures for the last two midweeks—this rest can allow Marmoush to push for nearly a full 90-minute performance. However, it’s worth noting that they have an FA Cup semi-final to consider the following week.

Clearly, Arsenal holds the fixture advantage compared to other teams facing a double in Gameweek 33, battling relegation-threatened Ipswich Town before welcoming Crystal Palace, a team that has conceded 10 league goals in their last two outings. The Gunners secured victories in these fixtures earlier in the season.

While Bukayo Saka’s potential minutes remain uncertain, there are alternative avenues to invest in Arsenal’s attack. Winger Gabriel Martinelli featured in all four of their latest Premier League matches, assisting once and scoring in the Champions League midweek. This performance should provide a significant boost to the Brazilian’s confidence, having accumulated ten goal involvements in the league this term. Martinelli is in a mere 2.4% of teams and scored in the 5-1 triumph over Crystal Palace previously this season.