Fantasy Premier League Captaincy: No Turning Back! – GW5
As Gameweek 5 kicks off, the competition grows fiercer and the excitement reaches new heights. Now is the time to make that decisive call—choosing the captain who will give your team the strength and momentum to climb to the top. At Fantasy 24 Club, we bring you the standout candidates for the armband this week, so you can secure those crucial points and stay ahead of the pack.
Top Captain Picks for Gameweek 5:
Haaland 14.3m
Thirty-seven points in just four gameweeks sum up everything Erling Haaland brings to Fantasy managers. The Manchester City striker simply can’t stop scoring, as he showed with a brace against Manchester United. Gameweek 5 presents a tougher challenge against Arsenal, but it could be another chance for him to make the difference. Handing him the armband might define your week—will you close the gap on rivals, or pull even further ahead? Especially with his ownership still under 33%!
Joao Pedro 7.8m
João Pedro is proving himself day after day as the cornerstone of Chelsea’s new project. With 34 points in just four gameweeks, he’s emerged as one of this season’s Fantasy standouts—most recently providing an assist against Brentford in GW4, adding to his third consecutive attacking return. A nailed-on starter in Chelsea’s lineup, Pedro now faces a struggling Manchester United side in Gameweek 5, making it a golden opportunity to shine again. Handing him the captain’s armband could give your team the extra boost it needs in the race for points.
wood 7.3m
Chris Wood, after a stellar campaign last season, has managed to carry his strong form into this year. With two goals in his first four appearances, he’s already showing consistency. At under 22% ownership, handing him the captain’s armband could be a shrewd differential move. Facing a vulnerable Burnley side in Gameweek 5, Wood might just rekindle the magic of last season.
Mateta 7.6m
Mateta is an unmissable captaincy option for Gameweek 5. As Crystal Palace’s main striker and first-choice penalty taker, he offers both reliability and upside. With West Ham up next—having conceded 11 goals in just three matches and looking like prime relegation candidates—this fixture sets the stage perfectly for Mateta to shine. Having him in your squad feels less like a choice and more like a necessity.
Salah 14.5m
Although Mohamed Salah hasn’t quite hit his usual heights this season, leaving him out of your squad is still a risky gamble. In four matches so far, he’s scored twice, provided one assist, and collected 24 points—the latest coming from his goal against Burnley. Up next is the Merseyside Derby against Everton, a fixture that often brings out the very best in the big players. Handing Salah the armband could be your golden ticket to securing those all-important points.
With the Fantasy Premier League competition heating up in Gameweek 5, choosing your captain becomes the most crucial and impactful decision for your week. Between Haaland’s consistency, João Pedro’s flair, Wood’s threat, Mateta’s reliability, and Mohamed Salah’s experience… the options are plenty, and each carries real potential to make a difference.
Remember, picking your captain isn’t just a small detail—it’s a strategy that can either put you at the top of the league or leave you chasing your rivals. Think wisely, balance the risk, and don’t forget that Gameweek 5 could be the turning point of your season.
So, who will wear the armband for you this week?