Who to Captain in Gameweek 19: Fantasy Premier League Expert Picks
With the Fantasy Premier League (FPL) Gameweek 19 deadline fast approaching at 13:00 GMT on Sunday 29 December, the Scout’s panel of experts have weighed in on the best captaincy options. Liverpool’s prolific form and Mohamed Salah’s exceptional consistency make him a standout choice. However, other appealing contenders like Cole Palmer and Erling Haaland offer intriguing alternatives.
The Case for Salah
Lee Bonfield (@FPLFamily) highlights Liverpool’s dominance as the league’s top scorers, with Salah responsible for 16 of their 40 goals. His consistent double-digit hauls and contribution in assists and bonus points make him a compelling captaincy pick. Utkarsh Dalmia (@ZopharFPL) further reinforces this argument, pointing out West Ham United’s defensive vulnerabilities with key players like Fabianski, Soucek, Kilman, Rodriguez, and potentially Soler sidelined.
Palmer’s Potential
Ben Crabtree (@FC_CrabDogg) sees Ipswich Town’s vulnerability as an opportunity for Manchester City’s Cole Palmer. The in-form midfielder presents himself as a strong captaincy contender. Gianni Buttice (@GianniButtice) acknowledges the close competition between Palmer and Salah, favoring the former due to an extra day’s rest.
Looking Beyond the Contenders
Sam Bonfield (@FPLFamily) acknowledges the allure of Palmer’s fixture and strong recent form, but ultimately emphasizes Salah’s status as the highest-scoring player in the game and West Ham’s potential defensive issues. Nick Harris (@WGTA_Nick) concludes emphatically, proclaiming Salah as the only captaincy choice due to his remarkable form, with goals or assists in his last 10 games.
Who will you captain in Gameweek 19? Make your decision and let us know in the comments!**