Fantasy Premier League (FPL) managers are approaching a critical deadline regarding their chips.
The first Free Hit chip of the season must be played before the Gameweek 19 deadline; otherwise, it will expire and cannot be carried over into the second half of the campaign.
For managers who have retained the chip until now, activating it in Gameweek 17 could prove to be a shrewd move.
This specific gameweek offers favorable matchups for top sides and features a plethora of players currently in peak form.
To assist managers looking for inspiration, we have curated a full Free Hit team, from goalkeeper to forward.
Teams to Target for a GW17 Free Hit
Selecting assets from teams that possess both strong form and advantageous fixtures is vital when assembling a Free Hit squad.
Based on recent results and performance levels, the following clubs are currently among the most in-form teams in the division:
- Aston Villa
- Manchester City
- Fulham
- Nottingham Forest
- Arsenal
- Newcastle United
Selecting top players from these sides remains an effective strategy.
However, analyzing the upcoming schedule for Gameweek 17 provides further insight. When reviewing the FDR metrics, the following teams stand out as having the most favorable matchups:
- Bournemouth
- Manchester City
- Brentford
- Fulham
- Brighton
FPL GW17 Free Hit Team
By combining team form with fixture difficulty metrics, we have selected the following lineup for Gameweek 17.
Final GW17 free hit team:
Goalkeeper – Kelleher
Defenders – Jurrien Timber, Senesi, Andersen
Midfielders – Saka, Semenyo, Wilson, Foden
Forwards – Ekitike, Haaland, Thiago
Bench – Darlow, Tavernier, Alderete
