Fantasy EFL Gameweek 5 gets underway on Friday night, with two games in League Two and the Championship. With the first deadline looming, it’s time to finalise our Fantasy EFL Gameweek 5 Scout Picks.
After careful consideration of the Scout Squad submissions from Lewis (EFL Editor), FPL Reactions, plus contributors Danny and Dan Dave, we finalised our selections.
These selections are based on the highest-selected players from our resident experts, with one or two selections debated in-house.
FANTASY EFL GAMEWEEK 5: SCOUT PICKS
Goalkeeper
Although Alex Palmer (G) and Matt Young (G) received more votes, we’ve selected Nathan Trott (G) as our top shotstopper. His clean sheet record for Cardiff City is the deciding factor.
The Bluebirds are yet to concede this season (+20 points), and he’s racked up 32 points in four games, including an 11-pointer last time out due to seven saves (+4) away at Luton Town.
They face Plymouth Argyle (H), who have lost four of their opening five games, blanking in front of goal in three of those.
Defenders
Adebola Oluwo (D) has been magnificent for Salford City and receives backing from all experts. He’s scored two goals and made defensive returns. The Ammies face Cheltenham Town (H), who sit bottom of the EFL, losing five of five games, scoring just once.
He’s still our vice-captain, giving us the option to deploy the vice-captain trick if he hauls.
Selected by all experts, MK Dons’ Jack Sanders (D) is essential for Gameweek 5. The defender is averaging over 11 points per game and has two goal contributions (+10).
He has also made 86 clearances – 24 more than anyone else – and has kept three shutouts. With the Dons playing a struggling Walsall team (H), Sanders is a must-have for guaranteed points.
Completing the defence, Chesterfield’s Chey Dunkley (D) has also been a star despite keeping two shutouts in five. He’s provided three double-digit hauls in that time, opening his goalscoring account and making 64 clearances.
The Spireites face Crawley Town (H), who have lost both games on the road and are yet to score.
Midfielders
Also receiving 100% backing, Bristol City’s Scott Twine (M) was immediately selected.
The number 10 has been in unplayable form, providing four goal contributions (+21) in four games for the Robins, totalling 39 points. He’s the highest scorer in the Championship, delivering points in all categories available for midfielders.
He faces Hull City (H), who have shipped eight goals in their previous three games [all comps].
Partnering him, In-form midfielder Rubin Colwill (M) is a key figure for Cardiff City.
He’s scored two goals and made 10 key passes (+5) in his last five league matches, along with a recent Carabao Cup assist. With Colwill on set-pieces, Cardiff City are favoured to win comfortably against a Plymouth Argyle side that has conceded nine goals in four.
Forward
Leading the line for Crewe Alexandra, Josh March (F) has been in impressive form, contributing to six goals in his last five appearances and proving to be one of the most productive attacking players in the EFL.
The Railwaymen are in excellent form, having won four of their last five matches and sitting at the top of the table.
They are expected to continue their good run against Swindon Town (H), who have conceded eight goals in their last five games, and are yet to keep a clean sheet this season.
Gameweek 5 Scout Picks: Club Picks
The experts predict wins for Chesterfield and Cardiff City.
The Spireites, who had a strong play-off campaign last season, are in excellent form. They have a total of 12 points from five games, putting them joint-second in League Two.
Crawley, in contrast, have struggled since being relegated, losing four of their five games. They’ve scored just two goals and conceded nine. A home win for Chesterfield seems highly probable.
Meanwhile, the Bluebirds are also a top pick, with a perfect record and 13 points from their first five games. They are joint top of the Fantasy EFL club picks table with 39 points.
Their record includes four clean sheets, with seven goals scored and only one conceded. This week, they face the Pilgrims, who recently ended a four-game losing streak with a victory.
Nevertheless, given Cardiff’s strong form and home advantage, we’re expecting a dominant performance.
