There is a host of Arsenal options to consider for Blank Gameweek 18 over the coming days.
Considering the Gunners’ offer impressive form, an appealing fixture but only one match in Double Gameweek 19, they are prime candidates for Fantasy Premier League managers playing their Free Hit chip.
We have run the numbers on Mikel Arteta’s men ahead of their meeting with Crystal Palace to find the best options, looking at individual form as well as how the Eagles have fared defensively of late.
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1 month, 18 days agoEveryone's drafts look very Spurs-light...
I'm holding on until the last minute before activiating, but is the most likely scenario now not that the game goes ahead against a very weak Villa side?