Premier League Gameweek Fantasy Football Picks – Round 37

05/23/2026 972

Just two more rounds of Fantasy Premier League this season, with Gameweek 37 a time for no more “cute” decisions: unexpected rotation, last-minute knocks, and one-week punts that don’t start. Instead, with just one more transfer left for more FPL managers, GW37 is the time to focus on the highest-scoring possible lineup and forgo any fantasy football experiments or budget considerations.

The safest approach for FPL managers in GW37 is combining steady minutes with roles that naturally generate points—set pieces, box touches, and defenders who collect plenty of defensive actions in tight matches, as well as looking for players in teams that expect green fixtures. Here's what Forebet has planned for the final weeks of the Fantasy Premier League.

The 15-man Squad (4–4–2)

Goalkeepers

David Raya (ARS)

Raya is a sensible No.1 because Arsenal’s match control reduces chaotic shot sequences and keeps clean sheets in play. When they dominate possession, Raya’s points are often built on a shutout plus a few routine stops—exactly the kind of return that keeps you steady late in the season. He’s also a proactive sweeper, which helps protect narrow leads when opponents try to counter. With Arsenal playing for every point now, Raya is trying for two more clean sheets to end the season with.

Caoimhín Kelleher (BRE)

Kelleher works well as a second keeper because he offers startability without requiring premium budget. In matches Brentford control, he often faces fewer high-quality chances, which improves his clean-sheet outlook; when the opponent does shoot, it’s frequently from ranges that lead to save points rather than disasters. He’s also confident claiming crosses, helping him avoid cheap concessions and keep totals respectable even if one goes in. If you worry about Arsenal being shaky at the end of the season, Kelleher is an easy rotation start who doesn’t force a transfer.

Defenders

Gabriel (ARS)

Gabriel is a “set-and-start” centre-back because he combines clean-sheet potential with genuine threat from corners. Arsenal’s structure means he often benefits from controlled game states where centre-backs can also pick up bonus through blocks, clearances, and aerial wins. That gives him more routes to points than full-backs who rely purely on assists. He’s also one of the most dependable for minutes, which matters when late-season rotation spikes. On the official list he’s among the top-scoring defenders and priced accordingly.

William Saliba (ARS)

Saliba is a strong partner to Gabriel if you want to lean into Arsenal’s defensive reliability. His value comes from consistency: big minutes, clean tackling, and bonus-friendly contributions in narrow wins. He doesn’t need a goal to pay you back, but he still carries set-piece involvement and the chance to spike if he gets on the end of a delivery. In GW37-type weeks, that calm projection is worth a lot—fewer surprises, fewer late substitutions, and a steady path to six-plus when Arsenal are favoured.

O'Reilly (MCI)

O'Reilly is City's second highest-scoring defender this season, and with the Citizens going for all 6 points in a green fixture against the Cherries and a home game against Villa, O'Reilly looks like as much of a safe bed as Guehi and Arsenal's defender for these last two games. Excellent at blocks, interceptions, and clearances, and great at controlling tight games, O'Reilly is a safe pick to end the season on.

Van Hecke (BHA)

Van Hecke is the reliable budget centre-back who can score without needing an assist. Brighton often play tight games that generate defensive actions, such as clearances, blocks, first contacts, and more, which feed bonus when the scoreline stays low. He’s also the main aerial target on set pieces, giving him a genuine chance of a double-digit return with one corner delivery. The biggest appeal in GW37 is minutes: he’s rarely subbed early and usually plays the full match, which keeps your floor intact when rotation hits elsewhere.

Malick Thiaw (NEW)

Thiaw is a practical defender pick when you want a mix of minutes and baseline points. He’s strong aerially, proactive stepping into duels, and tends to rack up the “centre-back stats” that matter in Fantasy: blocks, clearances, and interceptions in close matches. He also provides set-piece threat at the other end, giving you a route to an unexpected haul when corners pile up. His official pricing is reasonable and Newcastle's last two fixtures look green, making him a good back-up option.

Midfielders

Antoine Semenyo (MCI)

Semenyo is the type of midfielder who can swing a week because his style creates repeatable shots and chances. He attacks defenders directly, drives into the box, and takes early efforts from good angles, which is perfect for when City face opponents that leave space in transition. Even when he doesn’t return, he’s often close to the decisive actions, which is what you want from a GW37 starter. He also tends to play strong minutes, which boosts both floor and ceiling late in the season.

James Garner (EVE)

Garner is a smart “structure” midfielder: dependable minutes, a role that includes set-piece deliveries, and enough defensive work to avoid empty appearances. In matches where Everton are competitive, his corners and free-kicks create assist pathways without requiring him to score goals. That makes him useful as an M4/M5 who can step into your XI when rotation hits. His value is also price-based, as he frees budget for premium forwards while still offering playable returns in the right fixtures.

Harry Wilson (FUL)

Wilson offers multiple routes to points: set pieces, crossing volume, and the willingness to shoot from the edge when space opens. That variety is valuable in GW37, where match scripts can be unpredictable. If Fulham can win territory, Wilson’s deliveries and chance creation give him a realistic assist pathway; if the game becomes stretched, his shooting threat adds a second angle. He’s also often priced below the headline midfielders while remaining startable in favourable matchups.

Bruno Fernandes (MUN)

Bruno is still the premium midfielder you pick for involvement. He creates chances, takes central shots, and is heavily involved in set plays, meaning even a scrappy match can produce a return from one moment. He also plays big minutes, which is critical when managers begin managing workloads late season. With United having a reasonable GW37 opponent, Bruno becomes a strong vice-captain candidate because his role gives him multiple paths to points in any game state.

Casemiro (MUN)

Casemiro is an unconventional Fantasy football mid, but he can be useful because his baseline is built on recoveries, tackles, and interceptions—actions that help in tight wins. He also pops up for second balls around the box and set-piece scraps, giving occasional attacking upside. His main value is stability at a lower cost than premium creators: he helps fund your forward line while still offering playable totals when United are controlling midfield.

Forwards

Igor Thiago (BRE)

Igor Thiago is attractive because his chances tend to be close range and repeatable—crosses, cut-backs, and box chaos. He attacks the six-yard corridor aggressively, which is where Fantasy Premier League goals are usually scored. That means he doesn’t need seven shots to return; one good delivery can be enough. As a third forward, he’s ideal: affordable, startable in green fixtures, and still useful as a first sub when the matchup is tougher.

Erling Haaland (MCI)

Haaland remains the most straightforward captaincy decision because his shot locations and volume are elite. City manufacture low crosses and cut-backs, and Haaland is the primary target for them, so he can return even in matches that feel “quiet.” Penalties only improve the projection. As City’s GW37 and GW38 fixtures are favourable, he’s the easiest armband call, with his high ceiling, strong floor, and the type of player who can decide mini-leagues in one afternoon.

Dominic Calvert-Lewin (LEE)

Calvert-Lewin is a fixture-driven striker who becomes very appealing when Leeds can supply crosses and set-piece pressure. His strengths are repeatable: near-post runs, aerial dominance, and close-range finishing. That profile suits late-season games where teams play more direct and set pieces matter. He doesn’t need long-range shots to score; he needs service into the box, and Leeds’ approach can provide it against the right opponents. As a third forward, he’s a good balance of price and upside.

Suggested XI for GW37 (3–4–3)

Raya

Gabriel – Saliba – O'Reilly

Bruno Fernandes (VC) – Semenyo – Wilson – Casemiro

Haaland (C) – Calvert-Lewin – Igor Thiago

Bench: Kelleher, Van Hecke, Thiaw, Garner

Captaincy

Haaland is the obvious first choice for ceiling and reliability. Bruno Fernandes is the best backup option thanks to minutes security and involvement in shots, chances, and set plays.