Captain Sensible

Who are the best captain options for FPL Gameweek 2?

Jan Sienkiewicz was the king of the Fantasy Premier League captaincy in 2019/20, scoring a whopping 657 points from the armband, the second-highest in the whole world. We asked him to help out with the captaincy debate ahead of the Gameweek 2 deadline.


The Fantasy Premier League community has been relatively unanimous in picking their captain for Gameweek 2 – but have they chosen wisely?

That’s what the Captain Sensible article is here to find out, with an in-depth analysis of the key form options, as well as the defences of their upcoming opponents.

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Captain Poll

For the second week running, Arsenal’s premium midfielder Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang (£12.0m) leads the Fantasy Football Scout captain poll. The former Borussia Dortmund man has once again received more than a half of total votes and looks to be trusted by the vast majority of his owners for his Gameweek 2 match against West Ham (home).

Only Jamie Vardy (£10.0m) has scored more goals than Aubameyang since the start of the 2019/2020 season and the Gunners’ captain will be looking to celebrate signing a new contract at the club by improving his impressive tally against the leaky Hammers’ defence.

Despite not featuring in Gameweek 1, Bruno Fernandes (£10.5m) is attracting some attention for the armband. The “Portuguese Magnifico” sits second in our captain poll with 11.7% of votes. Manchester United’s talisman has been in scintillating form since moving to the Premier League in January, providing eight goals and eight assists in that time. In fact, since Fernandes’ arrival, Ole Gunnar Solskjær’s men have gained more points (32) than any other team in the division, which highlights the midfielder’s positive impact.

The remaining players have all gained less than 5% of votes, with the likes of in-form Mohammed Salah (£12.5m) and new Everton star James Rodriguez (£7.5m) all failing to attract many Fantasy managers for the armband. In this article, we will look at how good of a captaincy option Aubamyang actually is, as well as try to spot some overlooked assets.

KEY MATCHES

Arsenal v West Ham

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Gameweek 2 pits two clubs together who could not be further apart in terms of outlook right now. In a week where Arsenal won 3-0 at Fulham and tied club captain Aubameyang to a new contract, they host a West Ham that got off to the worst possible start to 2020/21.

The Hammers were substandard to say the least in their 2-0 home defeat to Newcastle, a particularly ominous development before travelling to the Emirates Stadium. If David Moyes’ men were dominated by the Magpies, how much more damage could Arsenal do?

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2,206 Comments Post a Comment
  1. _Gunner
    • 9 Years
    3 years, 6 months ago

    Werner > Martial or hold FT?

    1. mazkills
      • 6 Years
      3 years, 6 months ago

      my thoughts exactly...u got bruno or rashford, I would hold

      1. _Gunner
        • 9 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        I have neither
        Plan is to get Bruno GW3

    2. Herman Toothrot
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 11 Years
      3 years, 6 months ago

      I would hold.

      Have both myself

    3. Holding Matip
      • 6 Years
      3 years, 6 months ago

      Hold

    4. Magic Zico
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 5 Years
      3 years, 6 months ago

      I'll do it

  2. Tempestic
    • 5 Years
    3 years, 6 months ago

    For one week, who scores more?
    A)Targett vs SHU - RMT favours him, Villa looked good defensively post lockdown and Sheffield toothless
    B) Ayling vs FUL - Clean sheet odds in his favour but Fulham less toothless with Mitro starting?

    1. Squeakybum99
      • 4 Years
      3 years, 6 months ago

      Ayling for me

  3. mazkills
    • 6 Years
    3 years, 6 months ago

    On wildcard, quick reply hugely appreciated:

    Mcarthy (Nyland)
    Digne Lewis Justin (Lamptey Mitchell)
    Mo KDB Klich Bruno
    Werner DCL CW

    .9 itb

    Lewis Lamptey or Justin to Saiss?
    Look ok?

    1. Holding Matip
      • 6 Years
      3 years, 6 months ago

      Justin to Saiss

    2. Obi Wan Elokobi
      • 12 Years
      3 years, 6 months ago

      KDB to Auba this week. Then bring KDB next week

  4. Clintymints
    • 14 Years
    3 years, 6 months ago

    If picking 2 Villa keepers, what combo would you pick?

    Martinez +

    a. Nyland

    b. Steer?

    1. Miguel Sanchez
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 7 Years
      3 years, 6 months ago

      B

    2. Tempestic
      • 5 Years
      3 years, 6 months ago

      B

    3. Top 210 Club
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      3 years, 6 months ago

      a

    4. Clintymints
      • 14 Years
      3 years, 6 months ago

      Are options for your decison for naildness or lower % ownership?

      1. Tempestic
        • 5 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        Just think Steer is the second choice keeper

    5. Not again Shirley
      • 7 Years
      3 years, 6 months ago

      Has Martinez joined villa yet then?

      1. Clintymints
        • 14 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        Yup you'd imagine he went for 1st team playing

        absolutely no reason otherwise, especially for the dollas

  5. Herman Toothrot
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 11 Years
    3 years, 6 months ago

    Urgh, I was hoping Pulisic would be okay.

    Pulisic to Rashford for a -4 done.

    1. Pukki Party
      • 6 Years
      3 years, 6 months ago

      Same situation, what was your other transfer?

      1. Herman Toothrot
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 11 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        Son to James

  6. faux_C
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 11 Years
    3 years, 6 months ago

    Liverpool interested in Jota...

  7. jiGGidyJ1
    • 9 Years
    3 years, 6 months ago

    @_pauljoyce
    Liverpool interested in Wolves forward Diogo Jota.

    1. Flair
      • 3 Years
      3 years, 6 months ago

      Woah, he's extremely reliable. Means Podence is nailed and they get a backup for the front three, would love for this to happen.

      1. Squeakybum99
        • 4 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        My thought exactly. Could be gold.

      2. SackWenger
        • 14 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        I thought Wolves signed someone for £30m who made his debut in the week albeit fluffing a couple of chances. Only a matter of time before he is involved after that outlay.

    1. goriuanx
      • 13 Years
      3 years, 6 months ago

      I've moaned all summer about transfers but if Liverpool's window is Tsimikas, Thiago and Jota I'd be elated.

      1. Miguel Sanchez
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 7 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        Solid improvements to the squad there with one major first XI improvement

        1. Klaren
          • 6 Years
          3 years, 6 months ago

          Surely he will be backup, can't see him getting close to being first 11 unless they sell someone.

          1. Tempestic
            • 5 Years
            3 years, 6 months ago

            He’s referring to Thiago

          2. The Ejiptian King
            • 5 Years
            3 years, 6 months ago

            He meant Thiago.

          3. Klaren
            • 6 Years
            3 years, 6 months ago

            Ok I take it back, thought it was Jota

      2. Cok3y5murf
        • 7 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        How about some CBs? VVD is a liability now

    2. Dynamic Duos
      • 10 Years
      3 years, 6 months ago

      Would be a great addition for us. YNWA

    3. Now I'm Panicking
      • 9 Years
      3 years, 6 months ago

      Trent and Jota - FIFA rivals united.

  8. Miguel Sanchez
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 7 Years
    3 years, 6 months ago

    For those thinking about captaining Bruno this weekend, Palace conceded the joint fewest penalties last season with just one spot kick given away.

    1. The Ejiptian King
      • 5 Years
      3 years, 6 months ago

      Surely the chances go up significantly if Sakho starts.

  9. hazza44
    • 11 Years
    3 years, 6 months ago

    Hi guys,

    Any recommended transfers? Thinking about using WC to get in some Man United/City assets however I feel as though it's too early.

    McCarthy
    TAA Egan Justin
    Auba (C), Salah, Son, ASM
    Werner, DCL, Adams

    Nyland, Mitchell, KWP, Soucek

    Cheers

    1. Holding Matip
      • 6 Years
      3 years, 6 months ago

      Don't WC after 1 gw worth of data

  10. mazkills
    • 6 Years
    3 years, 6 months ago

    thoughts on Podence/Neto to hold down that sub 6 midfielder spot? surprised Diogo J did not start. Is Podence more of a lock in that #10 role? pretty good fixtures ahead after City

    1. Camzy
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      3 years, 6 months ago

      Podence is the more creative attacker. Neto is better for the defensive side.

    2. Holding Matip
      • 6 Years
      3 years, 6 months ago

      liverpool interested in jota so looks like Podence will be nailed

    3. Pukkipartyy
      • 5 Years
      3 years, 6 months ago

      Im on WC and going with Podence. Allso heard he looked very good in previous game.

  11. Bocaginge
    • 8 Years
    3 years, 6 months ago

    Is Areola likely to be no.1 now he’s had a week to settle in to squad?

    1. faux_C
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 11 Years
      3 years, 6 months ago

      There is no way for anyone to know this!

      1. Bocaginge
        • 8 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        Surely Fulham fans have an idea having seen Rodak last season and knowing of how good Areola is.

    2. Klaren
      • 6 Years
      3 years, 6 months ago

      I wouldn't get a Fulham keeper, can't see them keeping CS vs any team.

      Areola transfer is just another indicator of how bad they are managed anyway. Keeper was one of their strongest position yet they go buy a 2nd keeper while barely improving rest of the positions they urgently need investment in.

      1. Brosef Stalin
        • 13 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        Yeah, Fulham are a basket case again. They haven't learnt anything from last time.

    3. barry custard
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 3 Years
      3 years, 6 months ago

      Areola? He’s a bit of a tit.

  12. Tempestic
    • 5 Years
    3 years, 6 months ago

    Why has Pulsic gone from over -100 to -61 on fplstats in the past hour??

    1. Flair
      • 3 Years
      3 years, 6 months ago

      FPL Towers taking pity on my team

      WC adjustments

    2. Klaren
      • 6 Years
      3 years, 6 months ago

      Flag changed to red

      1. Tempestic
        • 5 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        Noooo, I was rly hoping he’d drop so I could get him in for Alli next week D:

  13. Pep Roulette
    • 6 Years
    3 years, 6 months ago

    Anyone keeping Alli this week?

    1. Von Lipwig
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 5 Years
      3 years, 6 months ago

      My only transfer was getting rid. As quickly as possible too

    2. DF
      • 10 Years
      3 years, 6 months ago

      Yep.

    3. HugoSimpson2
      • 3 Years
      3 years, 6 months ago

      Getting rid of him but can't decide for who. Already Have James Rodriguez.

    4. FourLokoLeipzig
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 6 Years
      3 years, 6 months ago

      No, saving FT

  14. xpointgamma
    • 7 Years
    3 years, 6 months ago

    bale official

    1. Miguel Sanchez
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 7 Years
      3 years, 6 months ago

      wonder if FPL towers will rush add him to the game

      1. Clintymints
        • 14 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        Probably

      2. Now I'm Panicking
        • 9 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        Imagine the emergency Zoom meeting is happening as we speak.

        1. Now I'm Panicking
          • 9 Years
          3 years, 6 months ago

          If true

          1. Miguel Sanchez
            • Fantasy Football Scout Member
            • 7 Years
            3 years, 6 months ago

            The guy who priced Karl Darlow is on it

    2. Pep Roulette
      • 6 Years
      3 years, 6 months ago

      Link?

      1. Now I'm Panicking
        • 9 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        Well about 5 people said the deal was "done" and "100%" yesterday despite the fact he had not done his medical, agreed terms or was even in the country, so not sure what the definition of "official" is nowadays.

        1. @persecuted_by_mods
            3 years, 6 months ago

            Official nowadays mean clubs have agreed price and contract is agreed with player. Technically things can still go wrong from that point but it's very unlikely

    3. MANGE TOUT RODNEY
      • 8 Years
      3 years, 6 months ago

      Staggered by the amount of people ditching Werner. And Trent.

      1. Pacer.
        • 9 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        All the liverpool defenders coasted along being poor value for many games at the start of last season.

        It's certainly a risk but there is a precedent for them not being worth the outlay when liverpool aren't right at the back

    4. Squires FC
      • 10 Years
      3 years, 6 months ago

      So tempted to ditch ings for dcl but 2fts could be really handy next week. Mitro, davies & auba decisions to make as well as seeing how utd & city look.

      1. barry custard
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 3 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        get rid of mitro now. leeds will tank them 3 zip.

    5. TeddiPonza
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      3 years, 6 months ago

      Bench one:

      CTaylor
      Lascelles
      Antonio
      Mitro

      Thanks

      1. Holding Matip
        • 6 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        Antonio

      2. xHaTr
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 6 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        Taylor

    6. Flaming Flamingo
      • 7 Years
      3 years, 6 months ago

      Since Aguero has been ruled out, I thought it'd be a good time to run the numbers on Sterling when Aguero is in and out of the team.

      Last season when Sterling started in the league and Aguero played more than 45 minutes:

      12 games
      2 goals (0.36 xG per game)
      0 assists (0.23 xA per game)

      Last season when Sterling started in the league and Aguero played less than 45 minutes:

      17 games
      17 goals (0.88 xG per game)
      1 assist (0.24 xA per game)

      If Aguero is out for next few weeks, Sterling could be a great alternative to KDB in the short-term, particularly with Salah and Aubameyang's tough fixtures coming up.

      Anyone considering Sterling or even already own him?

      1. Gudjohnsen
        • 7 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        Gonna get him for gw3

        1. Flaming Flamingo
          • 7 Years
          3 years, 6 months ago

          Could pay off handsomely, a great captain option that week too

      2. Flair
        • 3 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        This is excellent stuff. Definitely prefer him over KDB in the short-term

        1. Flaming Flamingo
          • 7 Years
          3 years, 6 months ago

          Agreed my plan was to go Aubameyang to Salah after GW2, but may reconsider if Aguero still isn't in contention

          1. Flair
            • 3 Years
            3 years, 6 months ago

            Depends on how both look on the weekend, could WC if both look effective

            1. Flaming Flamingo
              • 7 Years
              3 years, 6 months ago

              Same thought process here, still likely to go Salah but food for thought maybe

      3. R.C
        • 6 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        Kun is out for 1 week

        1. Flaming Flamingo
          • 7 Years
          3 years, 6 months ago

          I'd be surprised if he returned that quickly considering he hasn't trained yet

          1. R.C
            • 6 Years
            3 years, 6 months ago

            He has trained just not with the team

      4. I Member
        • 8 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        Between him and KDB. Not sure who I'll end up with yet.

        1. Flaming Flamingo
          • 7 Years
          3 years, 6 months ago

          Wolves game should help with that. Although KDB being on pens make it a bit of a toss up for me, even with Sterling's record without Aguero

    7. R.C
      • 6 Years
      3 years, 6 months ago

      Jota to Liverpool

      1. Pep Roulette
        • 6 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        Podence!!!!

    8. raff97
      • 9 Years
      3 years, 6 months ago

      Considering a last minute KWP -> Digne for a hit. I have enough before Luca's price rises tonight. Everton's fixtures are so sumptuous while Southmapton lost to Brentford reserves, I would be very surprised if Digne didnt outperform KWP by 4 points over the next 4-5 weeks. Thoughts?

      1. The Senate
        • 5 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        it will pay off in 3/4 weeks for sure, maybe even straight away

    9. TeddiPonza
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      3 years, 6 months ago

      Team news tab is not working in my phone. Anyone else having the same problem?

      1. Capitan_K
        • 9 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        Yes... Same

      2. DAVESAVES
        • 6 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        Same

    10. wulfrunian
      • 7 Years
      3 years, 6 months ago

      Do you think it's worth to sell Ings for Martial(-4)?

      1. wheato
        • 11 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        I did exactly that

      2. Pukki Party
        • 6 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        No from me

      3. Tonyawesome69
        • 5 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        No

      4. wulfrunian
        • 7 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        cheers

      5. Tree House
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 13 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        don't think so

    11. Stimps
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 10 Years
      3 years, 6 months ago

      Better combo?

      A) Lamptey, Lewis
      B) Justin, Taylor

      1. Dynamic Duos
        • 10 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        A

      2. Tonyawesome69
        • 5 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        A

      3. Clintymints
        • 14 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        I'd like a Burnley def, but not sure who to get

        Lamptey I'm all over and Justin is good for another month or so. Lewis looks great too.

        Long term Lamptey and Lewis... Rises/form Lamptey + Justin

      4. FourLokoLeipzig
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 6 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        A

    12. SerieD
      • 6 Years
      3 years, 6 months ago

      McCarthy(Steer)
      Davies, Justin, Taa (KWP,Ferguson)
      Son, Burke, Salah, Auba, Soucek Mitro, Werner, DCL

      A) Save Ft
      B) Werner+Son--> Martial+ Bruno
      C) Son+Davies--> Bruno+Lamptey
      D) Other 1mil itb

    13. Kane Train
      • 9 Years
      3 years, 6 months ago

      Best 5.5 or less mid?

      A) Podence
      B) ASM
      C) Harrison
      D) Other comment below

      1. R.C
        • 6 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        Podence

      2. Clintymints
        • 14 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        If it's for a 5th mid, get a 4.5

        4th mid, probably ASM or Podence given the Jota news. Harrison for safety

      3. xHaTr
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 6 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        Podence by a substantial margin if jota goes to liverpool

    14. SerieD
      • 6 Years
      3 years, 6 months ago

      McCarthy(Steer)
      Davies, Justin, Taa (KWP,Ferguson)
      Son,Salah,Auba,Soucek(Burke)
      Mitro,Werner, DCL

      A) Save Ft
      B) Werner+Son--> Martial+ Bruno
      C) Son+Davies--> Bruno+Lamptey
      D) Other 1mil itb

      1. SerieD
        • 6 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        Double post. Sorry! Trying to delete earlier.

        1. SerieD
          • 6 Years
          3 years, 6 months ago

          Oh well. I cant do that. Anycase opinions are appreciated!

    15. gooner_112233445566
      • 4 Years
      3 years, 6 months ago

      a) save ft
      b) mount out for j rodriguez with ft

      1. gooner_112233445566
        • 4 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        already got werner if that makes a difference

    16. DantheManinaPan
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 10 Years
      3 years, 6 months ago

      I'm building a fanteam draft.

      Anyone got any tips for me? E.G. players who seem particular bargains?

      So far I've noticed

      Meslier 4.0
      Marcal 4.5
      Bellerin 4.5
      Mina 4.5

      1. Camzy
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 13 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        Those are all good.

        Rodriguez is 7.0m. Grealish is 6.5m.

        Forwards are all horribly overpriced considering they don't get bonus.

        I'm playing 2 or even 1 upfront.

      2. Gregor
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • Has Moderation Rights
        • 14 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        Darlow, Boly, Basham, Soucek, Batshuayi, White, Bissouma.

      3. Bergkamps second touch
        • 4 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        VVD is a steal at 6mil. Basham, Maitland Miles too at 4.5

      4. DantheManinaPan
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 10 Years
        3 years, 6 months ago

        Thank you for the replies all!

    17. Weasel51
      • 8 Years
      3 years, 6 months ago

      A) Vinagre >>> Lewis/Justin

      B) Vinagre + Son >>> Digne + JamesRod (-4)