Gameweek 36 is almost here, and Fantasy Premier League managers are scrambling for those crucial points. Thanks to our friends at Fantasy Football Scout, we've got the inside track on who's hot and who's not as the season reaches its thrilling climax.
Brentford's Bees Are Buzzing
The Bees made a real statement in Gameweek 35, thumping West Ham 3-0 at home for their eighth victory at the Gtech Community Stadium this season. Igor Thiago (£7.4m) continues to be the headline act, netting his 22nd Premier League goal of the campaign. Only Erling Haaland (£14.6m) has scored more, making this a genuine Golden Boot battle worth watching.
But it wasn't just about Thiago. The entire Brentford squad delivered FPL gold. Goalkeeper Caoimhín Kelleher (£4.8m) notched his tenth clean sheet—a tally only four other keepers can beat—adding a save point from four stops and a bonus point for good measure.
The real star from the backline, though, was Keane Lewis-Potter (£4.8m). The defender racked up an impressive 11 points thanks to a clean sheet, an assist, and two bonus points. Meanwhile, midfielder Mikkel Damsgaard (£5.6m) matched that total with a goal, a clean sheet point, and the maximum three bonus points.
Thiago's Hot Streak
If you're looking for a forward in form, Thiago is your man. He's scored four goals in the last six Gameweeks—tied for the most among all forwards. In that period, he's had 12 shots, with seven classified as big chances. That kind of consistency is gold for any FPL squad.
Gameweek 35's Top Performers
Arsenal's Viktor Gyökeres (£8.8m) and Taiwo Awoniyi (£5.2m) shared the spotlight as the highest scorers of Gameweek 35, each bagging 16 points thanks to two goals, an assist, and three bonus points. Just one point behind was Manchester City's Jérémy Doku (£6.4m), whose 15-point haul extended his return streak to three of City's last four league matches.
Not to be outdone, Bournemouth's Marcos Senesi (£5.2m) delivered a solid 14-point performance, proving that defenders can be just as valuable as the big-name attackers.
What This Means for Your Team
With the season winding down, every point counts. Whether you're chasing a mini-league title or just trying to climb the overall rankings, targeting in-form players like Thiago, Damsgaard, and Doku could be the edge you need. And don't overlook Brentford's defensive assets—with Kelleher and Lewis-Potter delivering consistent returns, they might just be the differentials that put you over the top.
Good luck in Gameweek 36, managers. May your captain picks be bold and your clean sheets plentiful.