As we gear up for FPL Gameweek 13, fantasy football expert FPL General has shared his tips on the best captaincy picks for the week.
Selecting a captain for your Fantasy Premier League team is often a head scratcher, and the captaincy selection usually influences which premium options you opt to have within your squad.
Whether you’re chasing points or solidifying your lead, here are the FPL General’s rankings to help you make the crucial armband decision.
FPL Captaincy Tips GW13
1. Cole Palmer (Chelsea)
Palmer tops the captaincy rankings this week, benefiting from a clean schedule seeing as he didn’t feature in Chelsea’s midweek European game.
Despite four blanks in his last five matches, the Chelsea talisman faces an Aston Villa side who are coming off a challenging Champions League clash against Juventus.
Fresh and motivated, Palmer is tipped to return to the scoresheet this weekend.
2. Bryan Mbeumo (Brentford)
Mbeumo has been electric at home, netting seven goals on familiar turf this season.
Brentford take on strugglers Leicester City in GW13, offering an excellent opportunity for the winger to extend his impressive form.
Mbeumo’s consistency at home makes him a solid captaincy option for managers looking to take advantage of Leicester’s shaky defence.
3. Mohamed Salah (Liverpool)
Salah faces an out-of-sorts Manchester City – who look surprisingly vulnerable at the back having conceded seven goals this past week alone.
With 10 league goals already this season, the Liverpool talisman will be confident of adding to his tally, even against strong opposition.
If you’re feeling bold, Salah’s form and City’s defensive fragility could pay dividends.
4. João Pedro (Brighton)
For those seeking a differential, João Pedro offers an intriguing option.
Brighton host Southampton on Friday night in what looks to be the most favourable fixture of the gameweek.
The Brazilian forward is also on penalty duty, further enhancing his appeal for FPL managers willing to gamble on a lesser-picked captain.
5. Bruno Fernandes (Manchester United)
Fernandes rounds off the list, with Manchester United playing their first Premier League home game under new manager Ruben Amorim.
As a set-piece and penalty specialist, Fernandes has multiple routes to points. His creativity and attacking influence could thrive in this fresh managerial setup, making him a solid captaincy choice for GW13.
Final Thoughts
Captaincy decisions can make or break your FPL gameweek, and this week offers a mix of safe options and bold differentials. Whether you lean towards the reliability of Salah or gamble on João Pedro’s fixture, FPL General’s rankings provide plenty to consider for GW13.
Who gets your armband?
