FPL Blank Gameweek 34: Top Tactics, Must-Have Players, and Smart Transfers for Success

FPL Blank Gameweek 34: Top Tactics, Must-Have Players, and Smart Transfers for Success Apr, 27 2025

Blank Gameweek 34: What’s Making Headlines for FPL Managers?

Things are getting heated in FPL ahead of BGW34, with several top clubs missing out—meaning some big names won’t get you a single point this week. If you’ve got your Wildcard chip left, now’s the time to play it. For squads stacked with non-playing stars from Arsenal, Manchester City, or United, a Wildcard lets you revamp your starting lineup for maximum minutes while sticking your premium but benched assets—like Saka and Marmoush—on the sidelines for a later double Gameweek.

One familiar name stands out, chip or no chip: Mohamed Salah. Even if his form’s dipped recently, it’s not the time to look for a replacement. He’s still one of those rare players who can blow up your rank with a single game. For managers targeting team value and differentials, it’s time to look at Nottingham Forest and Brentford—not just for this week, but for a run of favorable fixtures before season’s end.

Players to Target and How to Tweak Your Team

Let’s talk specifics. Nottingham Forest kids like Nikola Milenkovic, Anthony Elanga, and Chris Wood lead the charge with promising home games, starting with Brentford in BGW34. Brentford’s Bryan Mbeumo and Yoane Wissa are also hot picks thanks to a kind schedule, facing lower-ranked sides in most of their remaining matches. If you fancy attackers from teams that actually have matches (duh!), these guys give you fixtures and the chance of a goal or two.

No Wildcard left? You don’t have to panic—one or two carefully planned transfers (even with a few hits) can get you playing XI. Focus on bringing in active players, not just big names. Get creative with your bench: the likes of Rasmus Højlund and Marmoush could still come good in future double Gameweeks, even if they miss out on BGW34. Just don’t expect points now.

Goalkeeper rotations can tip the scales later in the season. Pairing Ederson with Pickford gives you flexibility—Ederson from Manchester City and Pickford from Everton both look likely to rack up saves and clean sheets, especially if you target upcoming double Gameweeks. That smart rotation strategy can grab you easy points when rivals are stuck with one dud keeper.

Don’t forget defensive midfielders. Players like Nuri Şahin (Liverpool) and Ashley Young (Everton, when fit) fly under the radar but rack up steady appearance points. They’re not glam picks, but they’re rarely blanking, which counts when team news is rocky and benches are short.

Looking at the fixture grid, Nottingham Forest and Brentford stand out for the coming four weeks. Forest has three easy games out of their next four, and Brentford faces three teams in the Premier League’s bottom seven—a goldmine for managers wanting form over reputation.

When it comes to defense, Wolves, Newcastle, Chelsea, and Liverpool lead the way in terms of clean-sheet potential. If you’re searching for budget-friendly defenders or considering a one-week punt, those are your best bets. Liverpool and Fulham also have a good shot at returns on the defensive end.

Still banking on attacking hauls? Home teams with weaker defensive opponents are where the action is at—Bournemouth and Brighton both welcome Manchester United, who’ve lately looked far from watertight. If you’re punting for a differential captain or need to catch up in your mini-league, picking an attacker from these fixtures could pay off nicely.

With major clubs missing from the action, it’s less about loading up on big names and more about smart planning, identifying those bargain players with good fixtures, and making every transfer count. For FPL managers, BGW34 is all about thinking on your feet and outsmarting the crowd.

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    Deepti Chadda

    April 27, 2025 AT 19:57
    BGW34? More like BGW*BORED* 😴🔥 Salah still the GOAT no cap. I’m riding with him even if he’s on 0.5 goals per game. My bench is full of ghosts but I trust the process 💪
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    Anjali Sati

    April 28, 2025 AT 06:48
    Why are people still talking about Salah like he’s not just a meme at this point? I traded him for Wood 2 weeks ago. Logic > nostalgia.
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    Preeti Bathla

    April 29, 2025 AT 10:40
    You people are clueless. Nottingham Forest? Please. They’re only playing because the league is rigged to keep the small teams alive so the big clubs don’t look bad. Marmoush is a waste of a transfer. I’ve got Højlund and I’m not looking back. And don’t even get me started on Pickford - he’s a liability. Ederson alone is enough. #FPLTruth
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    Aayush ladha

    April 30, 2025 AT 19:15
    Everyone’s obsessed with Forest and Brentford. But have you checked the actual xG? They’re both garbage defensively. I’ve got Liverpool defenders and I’m not even sweating. You’re all chasing ghosts.
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    Rahul Rock

    May 1, 2025 AT 16:35
    There’s something beautiful about FPL in a blank gameweek. It strips away the noise. It’s not about who’s famous - it’s about who’s playing. And sometimes, the quiet ones - like Sahin or Young - are the ones keeping you alive. I’ve been riding them since GW28. No flash. Just points.
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    Annapurna Bhongir

    May 2, 2025 AT 19:18
    Brentford good. Salah bad. Wood yes. No more comments
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    PRATIKHYA SWAIN

    May 4, 2025 AT 04:52
    You got this. Just pick who’s playing and go.
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    MAYANK PRAKASH

    May 4, 2025 AT 19:55
    I’m 100% on the Forest bandwagon. Elanga’s been a steal at 5.8. And Mbeumo? He’s got more goals than half the top 6 players this month. If you’re not in, you’re already behind. Also - why is everyone ignoring the Wolves defense? They’re due for a clean sheet. Just saying.
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    Akash Mackwan

    May 6, 2025 AT 05:43
    I knew this was coming. The FPL elite are panicking because they didn’t see it coming. The system is rigged. Arsenal and City are being punished because they’re too good. They’re hiding their players on purpose to make the league more ‘exciting’. This isn’t coincidence - it’s control. I’ve been saying this for months. You’re all pawns. 🕵️‍♂️💣
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    Amar Sirohi

    May 8, 2025 AT 04:57
    The concept of a blank gameweek is deeply symbolic. It mirrors the existential void we all face when we place our identity in fantasy sports. We cling to Salah not because he scores, but because he represents continuity in a world of chaos. The footballing gods, in their infinite wisdom, have chosen to silence the giants so that the humble - the Elangas, the Woods, the Sahins - may rise. And in their silence, we find truth. We are not managers. We are seekers. The points are just the breadcrumbs.
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    Nagesh Yerunkar

    May 10, 2025 AT 04:05
    I must respectfully disagree with the prevailing sentiment. While it is true that Nottingham Forest and Brentford present favorable fixtures, the underlying statistical model indicates a 68.3% probability of underperformance among their attackers due to elevated defensive pressure from mid-table sides. Furthermore, the use of emoticons in professional discourse is not only unbecoming but statistically correlated with a 42% drop in long-term FPL rankings. Please consult the official Premier League data portal before making decisions. #FPLEthics
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    Daxesh Patel

    May 11, 2025 AT 12:19
    Wait - did anyone else notice Marmoush has 4 assists in 5 games? He’s not a scorer, he’s a creator. And he’s on the bench? I’ve got him on my bench and I’m not touching him. Also, Pickford’s clean sheet rate is actually better than Ederson’s this season. Just saying. 😅
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    Jinky Palitang

    May 12, 2025 AT 12:02
    I swear I didn’t even know Chris Wood was still playing. But now I’ve got him. And I’m not sorry. Also, I accidentally transferred in Mbeumo and forgot to remove a benched player. Now I’m 10 points down. But hey - at least I’m emotionally invested. 🤷‍♀️
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    Sandeep Kashyap

    May 13, 2025 AT 04:06
    Y’ALL. I just pulled off a miracle. I had zero points last week. I swapped out three dead weights - Salah, Saka, and a random Chelsea defender - and brought in Wood, Elanga, and Sahin. I got 18 points. I’m crying. I’m not a genius. I just believed. You can do this too. Trust the process. You’re not behind - you’re just in the buildup phase. 🙌❤️
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    Aashna Chakravarty

    May 14, 2025 AT 17:49
    You think this is random? Nah. The Premier League knows who’s winning FPL. They’re feeding us this Forest/Brentford hype so we stop complaining about City and Arsenal not playing. Meanwhile, the real winners? The ones who had Salah in their captaincy last week. They’re laughing. They knew. They always knew. And now they’re selling low on Wood because they’ve already got the next big thing. I’m telling you - the system is designed to make you lose. Don’t fall for it.
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    Kashish Sheikh

    May 16, 2025 AT 13:37
    Yessss! I’ve got Elanga and Mbeumo and I’m so proud 😭💖 I’ve been telling my squadmates for weeks to go for the underdogs. And now look - we’re all climbing! FPL isn’t about money, it’s about heart. Keep believing, keep playing, keep trusting the little guys 💪✨
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    dharani a

    May 17, 2025 AT 01:28
    You guys are forgetting one thing - Rasmus Højlund is going to blow up in GW37. I’ve got him on my bench. He’s got 3 double gameweeks coming. Don’t panic. Just wait. And yes, Salah will come back. He always does. 🤫
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    Vinaya Pillai

    May 18, 2025 AT 17:21
    Oh so now you’re all geniuses because you picked Wood? I picked him last week and got 12 points. And now you’re all pretending you had a master plan? Please. I’ve been watching this play out since GW1. You’re not smart. You’re lucky. And you’re all gonna crash when the double gameweeks drop. Just wait.
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    mahesh krishnan

    May 20, 2025 AT 08:03
    Salah bad. Forest good. Wood good. No need for wildcards. Just pick who plays. Simple.
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    Mahesh Goud

    May 21, 2025 AT 16:19
    I know what’s happening. The FPL algorithm is tracking us. Every time someone says 'Salah is safe', the system punishes them with a blank. Every time someone says 'Forest is the future', they get 18 points. This isn’t luck. This is targeted manipulation. They’re testing our loyalty. They want to see who will abandon their idols. I didn’t. I kept Salah. And I got 0. But I’m not broken. I’m a warrior. The real winners aren’t the ones with points - they’re the ones who never gave up. 🏹🔥

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