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Triple‑captain buzz: Haaland tops City’s double‑gameweek

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Fantasy Premier League managers eye their remaining triple‑captain chip as Manchester City line up two home fixtures against Brentford and Crystal Palace. Erling Haaland, the league’s top scorer, has already netted 25 goals and racked up 219 points, outpacing United’s Bruno Fernandes by ten. City’s midfield duo, Antoine Semenyo and Marc Guehi, trail close behind.

Podcast hosts from Fantasy Football Hub argue that recent data make Haaland the safest triple‑captain pick. Over the last five matches he led City’s expected‑goals tally and created seven big chances. Managers with free transfers may still slot in Crystal Palace options, but the Palace squad is likely to shuffle for the Conference League.

If City wins both games, the title gap could shrink to two points, tightening the race against Arsenal. Haaland’s form—three consecutive goals and a record season—reinforces his value, while Rayan Cherki’s four goal involvements in four outings add a differential prospect. Managers should keep flexibility for the final two rounds.

With the double‑gameweek looming, managers must decide whether to lock Haaland in or gamble on Palace’s uncertain squad. The decision hinges on City’s ability to secure back‑to‑back victories and the impact of any mid‑week transfers by Palace’s manager. The outcome will shape the final push for the title.