FPL Gameweek 4-team-news tips: Pick Haaland, a top captain

FPL Gameweek 4-team-news tips: The most strategic choices to maximize points. This guide offers a snapshot of the upcoming fixtures, a clear captain recommendation, fresh additions, sensible drop-overs, and a standout differential that can tilt the balance. The data is drawn from the latest standings, player statistics, and the fixture list.

The eight fixtures that set the stage for Gameweek 4 show a mix of high-profile clashes and more balanced encounters. Aston Villa take on Nott'm Forest at Villa Park; Villa’s record of 19 wins, 8 draws, and 11 losses, paired with 56 goals for and 49 against, suggests a moderate-scoring game, while Nott'm Forest’s 11 wins, 11 draws, and 16 losses, with 48 goals for and 51 against, indicate a side that will look to defend its 48‑goal tally. Bournemouth host Brentford at the Vitality Stadium; the Baggies have 13 wins, 18 draws, and 7 losses, 58 goals for and 54 against, whereas Brentford’s 14 wins, 11 draws, and 13 losses, 55 goals for and 52 against, hint at a tightly contested match.

Chelsea face Hull City at Stamford Bridge; Chelsea’s 14 wins, 9 draws, and 12 losses, 63 goals for and 53 against, contrast with Hull City’s 11 wins, 11 draws, and 16 losses, 48 goals for and 51 against, creating a likely high-margin victory for the Blues. The defensive solidity of Chelsea, with 13 clean sheets, further tips the balance in their favor.

Liverpool host Fulham at Anfield; Liverpool’s 17 wins, 9 draws, and 12 losses, 63 goals for and 53 against, set a high bar, while Fulham’s 15 wins, 7 draws, and 16 losses, 47 goals for and 51 against, suggest a defensive battle. Liverpool’s 10 clean sheets give them a clear edge in the defensive department.

Spurs take on Everton at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium; Spurs’ 10 wins, 11 draws, and 17 losses, 48 goals for and 57 against, sit below Everton’s 13 wins, 10 draws, and 15 losses, 47 goals for and 50 against, pointing to a narrow advantage for Everton. Everton’s 6 clean sheets bring them a slight defensive advantage over the Spurs.

Sunderland host Arsenal at the Stadium of Light; Sunderland’s 14 wins, 12 draws, and 12 losses, 42 goals for and 48 against, are heavily outmatched by Arsenal’s 26 wins, 7 draws, and 5 losses, 71 goals for and 27 against, indicating a likely top-scoring fixture. Arsenal’s 15 clean sheets give them a solid defensive base.

Coventry City travel to Brighton at the Coventry Building Society Arena; Coventry’s 10 wins, 11 draws, and 13 losses, 41 goals for and 51 against, contrast with Brighton’s 14 wins, 11 draws, and 13 losses, 52 goals for and 46 against, suggesting a moderate-scoring encounter. Brighton's 4 clean sheets provide a defensive cushion.

Man Utd face Man City at Old Trafford; United’s 20 wins, 11 draws, and 7 losses, 69 goals for and 50 against, are dwarfed by City’s 23 wins, 9 draws, and 6 losses, 77 goals for and 35 against, ensuring a dominant performance for City. City's 12 clean sheets reinforce their defensive dominance.

Leeds travel to Newcastle at Elland Road; Leeds’ 11 wins, 14 draws, and 13 losses, 49 goals for and 56 against, are compared to Newcastle’s 14 wins, 7 draws, and 17 losses, 53 goals for and 55 against, predicting a tighter contest. Newcastle's 5 clean sheets give them a slight defensive edge.

The fixture list highlights 8 matches, with 5 of them featuring a clear favorite based on points per game and goal difference. These insights help in prioritising player selections for each game.

The fixtures table

Date	Kickoff	Home	Away	Venue
12 Sep 2026	14:00	Aston Villa	Nott'm Forest	Villa Park
12 Sep 2026	14:00	Bournemouth	Brentford	Vitality Stadium
12 Sep 2026	14:00	Chelsea	Hull City	Stamford Bridge
12 Sep 2026	14:00	Liverpool	Fulham	Anfield
12 Sep 2026	16:30	Spurs	Everton	Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
12 Sep 2026	19:00	Sunderland	Arsenal	Stadium of Light
13 Sep 2026	13:00	Coventry City	Brighton	Coventry Building Society Arena
13 Sep 2026	15:30	Man Utd	Man City	Old Trafford
14 Sep 2026	19:00	Leeds	Newcastle	Elland Road

Captain picks

• Haaland - 239 points, 155 cost, 27 goals, 8 assists, 13 clean sheets, 6.8 points per game.
• B.Fernandes - 235 points, 120 cost, 9 goals, 24 assists, 7 clean sheets, 6.7 points per game.
• Semenyo - 202 points, 85 cost, 17 goals, 6 assists, 12 clean sheets, 5.5 points per game.

Players to bring in

• Thiago - 181 points, 80 cost, 22 goals, 1 assist, 10 clean sheets, 4.8 points per game.
• Anderson - 180 points, 65 cost, 4 goals, 5 assists, 10 clean sheets, 4.7 points per game.
• Mbeumo - 148 points, 80 cost, 11 goals, 3 assists, 8 clean sheets, 4.5 points per game.
• Rayan - 157 points, 65 cost, 7 goals, 5 assists, 12 clean sheets, 5.1 points per game.
• Watkins - 167 points, 80 cost, 16 goals, 4 assists, 9 clean sheets, 4.5 points per game.

Players to move on

• Gakpo - 131 points, 70 cost, 7 goals, 5 assists, 10 clean sheets, 3.6 points per game.
• Donnarumma - 135 points, 55 cost, 0 goals, 0 assists, 15 clean sheets, 4.0 points per game.
• Kelleher - 143 points, 50 cost, 0 goals, 0 assists, 10 clean sheets, 3.9 points per game.

The differential

• E. Le Fée - 147 points, 60 cost, 5 goals, 6 assists, 10 clean sheets, 4.1 points per game. The combination of solid return and low price makes this a high-value differential.

Key takeaways

• Haaland remains the most efficient captain choice for GW4, delivering 239 points at 155 cost.
• The differential pick E. Le Fée offers a 60-point return for just 60 cost, a 2.45x return per £1.
• Dropping Gakpo, Donnarumma and Kelleher frees 65 points and 65 points to reallocate to higher‑yield options.

FAQ

What is the best captain for Gameweek 4? Haaland, with 239 points and 155 cost.

Which low‑cost player offers high potential? E. Le Fée, with 147 points and 60 cost.

Should I drop Gakpo? Yes, because he has 131 points at 70 cost, below average output.