Gameweek 35 of the Premier League kicks off tonight!
With only four rounds remaining, Fantasy Premier League managers know there is limited time left to make a meaningful push in the rankings.
These final games could prove decisive for those leading their mini-leagues by just a few points or sitting narrowly behind in second or third place.
In this article, we’ll cover key insights on current player form, highlight the most transferred-in player heading into the run-in, compare two of the league’s top-performing strikers, and reflect on what the newly crowned champions have achieved in FPL terms this season.
FPL Gameweek 35 Deadline
The Fantasy Premier League Gameweek 35 deadline is Friday, 2 May 2025, at 19:00 GMT.
FPL Gameweek 35 Fixtures
Manchester City are hosting Wolves.
Fulham travel to Aston Villa.
Everton are at home to Ipswich.
Leicester will host Southampton.
Arsenal welcomes Bournemouth.
Manchester United are away to Brentford.
Brighton plays at home against Newcastle.
Spurs will visit West Ham.
Liverpool are heading to Chelsea.
Nottingham Forest are away to Crystal Palace.
FPL Assets Leading On Form For Gameweek 35
Let’s start by looking at the current form amongst FPL assets for Matchweek 35 before getting into our fantasy football tips.
Goalkeepers:
- Mark Flekken is first with 5.4
- Nick Pope is second with 5.2
- Aaron Ramsdale is third with 5.0
Defenders:
- Rayan Aït-Nouri is first with 8.0
- Ryan Sessegnon is second with 7.5
- Fabian Schär is third with 6.3
Midfielders:
- Leandro Trossard is first with 8.8
- Jacob Murphy is tied for second with 8.0
- Harvey Barnes rivals him 8.0
Forwards:
- Matheus Cunha is first with 7.5
- Yoane Wissa is second with 6.8
- Evanilson is third with 5.4
Bryan Mbeumo Selected For Final Stretch
Brentford currently occupy 11th place in the Premier League, sitting just one point off the top half of the table.
Their remaining fixtures are among the most favourable in the league, beginning with a home match against Manchester United.
This is followed by an away trip to Ipswich, a home clash with Fulham, and a final-day fixture away to Wolves.
Given this run-in, it’s no surprise that FPL managers are turning their attention to Brentford’s standout performer this season: Bryan Mbeumo.
Mbeumo has delivered well beyond expectations in what has been a remarkable campaign.
At present, he is one of only two players to have surpassed the 200-point mark in FPL this season—joining Mohamed Salah, who has eclipsed the 300-point barrier.
Few would have predicted that Mbeumo would be the second-highest points scorer in the entire game with just a handful of matches remaining.
Across his 34 appearances, Mbeumo has netted 18 goals and provided six assists, placing him fifth in the Golden Boot race.
He has taken 74 shots at goal, with 36 of those hitting the target.
His creative impact has been equally impressive, having created 16 big chances for his teammates.
Mbeumo has completed 17 through balls and attempted 177 crosses into the box this season.
His discipline and awareness have also been commendable: he’s committed just 23 fouls, received only three yellow cards, and has been caught offside only 11 times across 3,055 minutes of play.
Remarkably, he has only been substituted on three occasions all season.
It’s clear why Bryan Mbeumo has not only been a key figure for Brentford but also a crucial asset for FPL managers.
Given his stellar statistics, consistent form, and highly favourable upcoming fixtures, Mbeumo stands out as one of the top picks for the final stretch of this FPL campaign.
It should come as no surprise to see him as the most transferred-in player ahead of the new game week.
The Champions Of England
Liverpool have unquestionably been a cut above the rest this season, securing the Premier League title with a victory over Tottenham.
With the trophy now wrapped up, the Reds will remain a major talking point throughout the remainder of the campaign.
As the dust begins to settle on their triumph, let’s take a closer look at how Liverpool’s most frequently used starting XI have performed in FPL this season.
Alisson Becker
Price – £5.5m
Ownership – 8.6%
Points Per Match – 4.2
Dream Team Selections – 2
Yellow Cards – 0
Minutes Played – 2148
Total FPL Points – 101
Andy Robertson
Price – £5.8m
Ownership – 4.1%
Points Per Match – 2.7
Dream Team Selections – 0
Yellow Cards – 3
Minutes Played – 2305
Total FPL Points – 85
Virgil Van Dijk
Price – £6.7m
Ownership – 26.2%
Points Per Match – 4.0
Dream Team Selections – 0
Yellow Cards – 3
Minutes Played – 3060
Total FPL Points – 135
Ibrahima Konaté
Price – £5.3m
Ownership – 7.9%
Points Per Match – 3.6
Dream Team Selections – 0
Yellow Cards – 5
Minutes Played – 2320
Total FPL Points – 102
Trent Alexerander-Arnold
Price – £7.2m
Ownership – 17.3%
Points Per Match – 4.9
Dream Team Selections – 4
Yellow Cards – 5
Minutes Played – 2238
Total FPL Points – 146
Ryan Gravenberch
Price – £5.0m
Ownership – 0.7%
Points Per Match – 2.6
Dream Team Selections – 0
Yellow Cards – 5
Minutes Played – 2921
Total FPL Points – 89
Alexis Mac Allister
Price – £6.2m
Ownership – 1.9%
Points Per Match – 3.5
Dream Team Selections – 2
Yellow Cards – 6
Minutes Played – 2552
Total FPL Points – 117
Dominik Szoboszlai
Price – £6.2m
Ownership – 2.8%
Points Per Match – 4.0
Dream Team Selections – 4
Yellow Cards – 6
Minutes Played – 2251
Total FPL Points – 128
Cody Gakpo
Price – £7.2m
Ownership – 5.0%
Points Per Match – 3.5
Dream Team Selections – 2
Yellow Cards – 5
Minutes Played – 1614
Total FPL Points – 107
Luis Díaz
Price – £7.6m
Ownership – 18.6%
Points Per Match – 5.2
Dream Team Selections – 3
Yellow Cards – 2
Minutes Played – 2220
Total FPL Points – 172
Mohamed Salah
Price – £13.8m
Ownership – 71.1%
Points Per Match – 9.6
Dream Team Selections – 12
Yellow Cards – 1
Minutes Played – 3014
Total FPL Points – 328
Chris Wood Vs Matheus Cunha
Two of the most effective strikers this season have been Nottingham Forest’s Chris Wood and Wolverhampton’s Matheus Cunha.
They are very different types of forwards, but with neither starting the season in the premium price bracket, it is fair to say they have both over-delivered on their price tags.
With four games remaining, comparing their performances is a good time.
Chris Wood has made 32 appearances this season, scoring 19 goals and providing three assists.
Matheus Cunha has played 29 times, scoring 15 goals and contributing six assists.
That gives Wood 22 goal contributions in 32 games, while Cunha has managed 21 in 29.
Interestingly, Cunha has attempted nearly twice as many shots as Wood, with 95 efforts at goal compared to Wood’s 56.
Despite this, Wood has been more accurate, with a shooting accuracy of 70.2% compared to Cunha’s 57.1%.
It is also worth noting that three of Wood’s goals have come from the penalty spot, while Cunha has not scored any penalties.
Seven of Wood’s goals have come from headers, while Cunha has yet to score with his head this season.
Considering this, Cunha appears to be the more prolific finisher with his feet.
Regarding goals from distance, Wood has scored just once from outside the box, while Cunha has netted five.
In terms of missed chances, Wood has missed 11 big opportunities this season, whereas Cunha has missed only two.
Their overall involvement in play also differs.
Wood has attempted only one cross into the box all season, while Cunha has delivered 120.
Cunha also holds the advantage in passing accuracy, with 79.2% compared to Wood’s 66.7%.
Wood has been caught offside 26 times, while Cunha has only been flagged eight times.
From an FPL perspective, both strikers are currently priced at £7.0 million.
Chris Wood has earned 186 points so far, while Matheus Cunha has collected 173.
Both forwards have outperformed Erling Haaland in FPL this season despite costing half as much as the Manchester City striker.
It will be interesting to see which of the two finishes the campaign with more points.
Top 3 FPL Gameweek 35 Captain Picks:
- Omar Marmoush vs Wolves
- Bukayo Saka vs Bournemouth
- Mohamed Salah vs Chelsea
Differential Captain Pick Of The Week
Jamie Vardy
With both Leicester City and Southampton having been relegated this season, there is little at stake in terms of league position.
However, two key narratives still make this fixture worth watching.
Firstly, this match offers a preview of what lies ahead, as both clubs will meet again next season in the second tier of English football.
A win here could provide a small but meaningful morale boost as they prepare for life in the Championship.
Secondly, and perhaps more sentimentally, this game could serve as Jamie Vardy’s farewell moment.
The veteran striker has announced his retirement and Leicester’s clash with Southampton may be his final opportunity to leave a lasting mark by adding another Premier League goal or two to his name.
It will undoubtedly be an emotional occasion for Vardy, as he looks to close the chapter on an extraordinary career with one of his last performances in front of the Leicester faithful.
Playing Your Free Hit?
Not many managers still have their Free Hit chip available, but those who do and are tempted to activate it might find some value below in our FPL Tips for GW35:
GK: David Raya (£5.6m)
DEF: William Saliba (£6.6m)
DEF: Joško Gvardiol (£6.3m)
DEF: Ryan Sessegnon (£4.2m)
MID: Bryan Mbeumo (£8.1m)
MID: Bukayo Saka (£10.4m)
MID: Mohamed Salah (£13.8m)
MID: Harvey Barnes (£6.0m)
FWD: Alexander Isak (£9.6m)
FWD: Jamie Vardy (£5.3m)
FWD: Omar Marmoush © (£7.6m)
BENCH: Killian Cahill (£3.9m)
BENCH: Harry Winks (£4.3m)
BENCH: Jacob Greaves (£3.8m)
BENCH: Michael Keane (£3.8m)
Final Thoughts
As we head into Gameweek 35, the end of the season is firmly in sight, and every move matters more than ever.
We hope our Fantasy Premier League tips have given you insight into FPL MW35.
With just four fixtures remaining, even the smallest gains can be the difference between winning and losing your mini-league.
In-form players like Bryan Mbeumo are proving invaluable, especially with Brentford’s favourable run-in.
Keep an eye on high-performing budget strikers like Chris Wood and Matheus Cunha, who continue to offer exceptional value.
These differentials could be the key to outscoring premium picks in the final stretch.
And with players like Jamie Vardy possibly making their last Premier League appearances, emotional send-offs could translate into big FPL moments.
Whether you’re defending a narrow lead or chasing one, now is the time to back in-form players, analyse remaining fixtures, and make bold but logical decisions.
Don’t be afraid to go against the grain, but make sure the numbers support your choices.
Good luck in Gameweek 35, and make these final moves count.
