Everything you need for Double Gameweek 33 of FPL with the latest tips and advice

The Scout provides everything you need to know ahead of Saturday’s 11:00 BST deadline

The Scout is providing Fantasy Premier League managers with everything they need to know ahead of the Double Gameweek 33 (DGW33) deadline at 11:00 BST on Saturday 18 April.

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Scout Selection

The Scout picks the dream line-up for what is set to be the BIGGEST Double Gameweek of 2025/26 Fantasy, which features a Manchester City triple-up and four double-ups. 

Who’s the best captain?

The Scout on who you should give the armband to, with Man City pair Erling Haaland (£14.5m) and Nico O’Reilly (£5.0m), along with Leeds United forward Dominic Calvert-Lewin (£5.6m), among the standout picks.

Predicted line-ups

See who our football writer thinks will start for Premier League teams in this round of matches.

Best DGW33 picks

See the best players to pick from the six teams, AFC Bournemouth, Brighton & Hove Albion, Burnley, Chelsea, Leeds United and Manchester City, that play TWICE in DGW33. 

DGW33 Wildcard squad

The Scout selects a 15-man squad for managers looking to use the Wildcard chip in DGW33 and their Free Hit chip in Blank Gameweek 34 (BGW34).

Which chip to use in DGW33?

The Scout provides advice on which chip to use in DGW33, and the FPL experts reveal when they plan to use their remaining chips in 2025/26 Fantasy. Remember, you can only use ONE chip in each Gameweek.

Best Ekitike replacements

The Scout reveals the top forward picks to replace the Liverpool star, who will miss the rest of the season due to an Achilles injury.

Barclays transfer radar

The Scout picks out four players who can deliver big returns in this round of matches and beyond.

Injuries and suspensions

Click below to see the latest team news in our injuries page, and keep an eye on who’s banned or at risk of being suspended because of yellow or red cards.

FPL Pod

Kelly Somers and the panel discuss all the key talking points ahead of DGW33.

Fantasy Challenge

The new Coca-Cola series continues in DGW33, as players earn four additional points for each foul drawn and 10 additional points if they are fouled for a penalty in this week’s Challenge. 

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