FPL GW22: Best Teams to Target for Upcoming Fixtures (Next 5 GWs)
Fixture analysis becomes increasingly powerful as the season progresses, and Fantasy Premier League Gameweek 22 marks a point where trends in form, roles and scheduling are far more reliable. With a strong sample size now established, managers can plan ahead with greater confidence by targeting teams entering favourable fixture runs.
This article highlights the best teams to target in FPL from Gameweek 22 onwards, using upcoming fixture difficulty to identify clubs well positioned for attacking returns, clean sheets and sustained points over the next five Gameweeks.
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How to Use Fixture Analysis in FPL
Why Fixture Runs Matter More After Gameweek 22
When assessing teams with favourable upcoming fixtures, the goal is not just to target one-week punts, but to identify clubs that offer multiple viable FPL assets across attack and defence. These teams are ideal for:
- Rolling transfers
- Building Free Hit drafts
- Targeting clean sheet runs
- Identifying budget enablers with secure minutes
RotoWire's Fixture Difficulty Ranker
Using RotoWire's Fixture Difficulty Ranker, which evaluates upcoming matches based on league position, goals scored and goals conceded, here are the best teams to target heading into Gameweek 22 and beyond.
Best Teams With Upcoming Fixtures in FPL (GW22–GW26)
Chelsea: Major Fixture Swing From Gameweek 24
Chelsea are the side with the most obvious fixture swing in the coming weeks. A home match against Brentford is followed by a tricky trip to Crystal Palace, but from Gameweek 24 onwards, the schedule becomes extremely attractive with West Ham, Wolves, Leeds and Burnley in succession.
It's difficult to pin down the standout picks right now due to the new manager Liam Rosenior and heavy fixture congestion, which makes minutes harder to predict. Cole Palmer's fitness remains uncertain, and there are still questions around whether Enzo Fernandez will operate as the No. 10 or deeper. Chelsea's defence is also one to monitor closely, with Trevoh Chalobah potentially emerging as a budget option once the rotation picture becomes clearer.
Crystal Palace: Improved Fixtures After Difficult Run
After a demanding run of fixtures, Palace finally get some breathing room. The schedule lightens up from Gameweek 22 onwards, which should help their attacking assets.
Jean-Philippe Mateta could return to the conversation, particularly with Eddie Nketiah sidelined. Ismaila Sarr and Daniel Munoz are also worth tracking as they return from AFCON duty and injury, respectively. At the back, Chris Richards stands out as a possible bargain at just £4.4m, offering a cheap route into a defence that should benefit from kinder matchups.
Bournemouth: Set-Piece Value and Budget Enablers
The Cherries are another team coming out of a difficult stretch into a far more favourable period. Marcus Tavernier is the name that immediately jumps out. He takes set pieces, is likely on penalties with Justin Kluivert injured and Antoine Semenyo gone, and costs only £5.5m, making him a very flexible midfield option.
Junior Kroupi could also become a useful enabler with injuries opening up minutes, although his role is not fully secure yet. In defence, Marcos Senesi remains the standout, sitting top for defensive contributions and offering a reliable four-point floor in most matches.
Arsenal: Elite Defence and Potential Double Gameweek
Arsenal's next four fixtures against Nottingham Forest, Manchester United, Leeds and Sunderland are hard to ignore. Their defence remains the strongest in the league, both in goals conceded and underlying numbers. There is also the possibility of a double Gameweek in 26, which adds further appeal.
Targeting three from David Raya, Jurrien Timber, Gabriel and Bukayo Saka makes sense, with a double up in defence looking increasingly close to essential.
Aston Villa: Consistent Returns With Favourable Fixtures
Villa face a challenging trip to Newcastle in Gameweek 23, but otherwise their schedule is favourable. Ollie Watkins and Morgan Rogers are the obvious attacking options, while Youri Tielemans could emerge as a cheap differential. Matty Cash is also worth consideration due to his set-piece involvement and steady attacking threat from right-back.
Final Thoughts: Best Teams to Target in FPL From Gameweek 22
Targeting teams with favourable upcoming fixtures remains one of the most reliable ways to generate consistent returns in Fantasy Premier League. Chelsea and Arsenal headline the list for sustained upside, while Bournemouth, Crystal Palace and Aston Villa offer a mix of value, differentials and budget enablers.
These fixture runs are best used alongside predicted lineups, injury news and chip strategy to maximise points over the next five Gameweeks.
