As Gameweek 6 of the Fantasy Premier League (FPL) season looms, FPL managers are faced with critical decisions that could shape the trajectory of their campaigns. To navigate this pivotal juncture, we will compare the insights of artificial intelligence with the choices made by FPL managers.
The AI Advantage
Before we dive into the selections, it’s essential to understand how AI arrives at its predictions. AI processes an extensive dataset, including player statistics, fixture analyses, and historical performance. It factors in aspects like player form, fixture difficulty, and underlying statistics to project expected points.
The Most Transferred-In Defenders Ahead of GW6
Let’s begin by examining the defenders who have captured the attention of FPL managers in the lead-up to Gameweek 6:
- Botman (NEWDEF – 4.5m)
- Ownership: 14.5%
- Form: 3.7
- Total Points: 18
- Gusto (CHEDEF – 4.2m)
- Ownership: 13.9%
- Form: 5.8
- Total Points: 24
- Udogie (TOTDEF – 4.7m)
- Ownership: 17.0%
- Form: 6.3
- Total Points: 25
- Trippier (NEWDEF – 6.5m)
- Ownership: 30.9%
- Form: 3.0
- Total Points: 13
- Romero (TOTDEF – 4.7m)
- Ownership: 15.7%
- Form: 5.3
- Total Points: 29
What We’ve Learned: FPL managers seem to favor defenders who offer a mix of affordability, form, and fixture appeal. There’s a notable interest in both budget-friendly and premium defenders.
AI’s Top Defender Picks for Gameweek 6
Now, let’s compare these popular defenders with AI’s top picks:
- Estupiñan (DEF · 5.3m · 63.2%)
- Expected Points: 5.5Fixture: vs. Bournemouth (H)
- Botman (DEF · 4.5m · 14.4%)
- Expected Points: 5.3Fixture: vs. Sheffield Utd (A)
- Trippier (DEF · 6.5m · 30.9%)
- Expected Points: 5.3Fixture: vs. Sheffield Utd (A)
- Robertson (DEF · 6.5m · 5.7%)
- Expected Points: 5.2Fixture: vs. West Ham (H)
- Rúben Dias(DEF · 5.5m · 8.6%)
- Expected Points: 5.2
- Fixture: vs. Nott’m Forest (H)
What We’ve Learned: AI seems to emphasize favorable fixtures and expected points when selecting defenders. It also considers budget options, but it leans more toward performance-based choices.
Botman and Trippier seem to be the only two defenders that both FPL managers and the AI agree with. What is a bit strange, is that FPL managers are going for Spurs defenders in gameweek where they face Arsenal that’s a little shocking considering the fact that their clean sheet odds are pretty low.
See more top AI defender picks here: AI’s Crystal Ball: 12 Defenders Set to Dominate FPL Gameweek 6
The Most Transferred-In Defenders Ahead of GW6
Moving to the midfield, here are the most transferred-in midfield assets ahead of Gameweek 6:
- Ward-Prowse (WHUMID – 6.1m)
- Ownership: 8.3%
- Form: 7.2
- Total Points: 29
- Mbeumo (BREMID – 6.9m)
- Ownership: 28.8%
- Form: 4.0
- Total Points: 35
- Salah (LIVMID – 12.5m)
- Ownership: 27.0%
- Form: 7.7
- Total Points: 33
- Maddison (TOTMID – 7.9m)
- Ownership: 31.2%
- Form: 6.0
- Total Points: 30
- Mitoma (BHAMID – 6.5m)
- Ownership: 39.9%
- Form: 2.7
- Total Points: 25
What We’ve Learned: FPL managers are inclined towards high-performing midfielders, particularly those who are delivering consistent returns. Budget options are still popular, but form is a significant factor.
AI’s Top Midfield Picks for Gameweek 6
Now, let’s see how AI’s midfield selections compare:
- Salah (MID · 12.5m · 27%)
- Expected Points: 7.4Fixture: vs. West Ham (H)
- Saka (MID · 8.7m · 64.9%)
- Expected Points: 6.1Fixture: vs. Spurs (H)
- Mitoma (MID · 6.5m · 39.9%)
- Expected Points: 6.1Fixture: vs. Bournemouth (H)
- Gross (MID · 6.3m · 2.7%)
- Expected Points: 6.0Fixture: vs. Bournemouth (H)
- Foden (MID · 7.6m · 13%)
- Expected Points: 6.0Fixture: vs. Nott’m Forest (H)
What We’ve Learned: AI’s midfield picks align with form and favorable fixtures. Budget options are considered, but AI tends to prioritize players with higher expected points.
FPL managers are bringing in a good mix of in-form players and players with good fixtures, while the AI is mostly targeting players whose fixture difficulty ratings are all green.
Find out other FPL midfielders being backed by the AI in our article: AI’s Top 12 Midfield Picks for FPL Gameweek 6
The Most Transferred-In Forwards Ahead of GW6
Finally, let’s explore the forwards who have garnered significant transfers ahead of Gameweek 6:
- J. Alvarez (MCIFWD – 6.8m)
- Ownership: 20.3%
- Form: 8.3
- Total Points: 37
- Edouard (CRYFWD – 5.6m)
- Ownership: 4.1%
- Form: 6.2
- Total Points: 32
- Ferguson (BHAFWD – 6.0m)
- Ownership: 8.1%
- Form: 6.7
- Total Points: 26
- Højlund (MUNFWD – 7.0m)
- Ownership: 2.9%
- Form: 1.0
- Total Points: 3
- Wilson (NEWFWD – 7.8m)
- Ownership: 5.3%
- Form: 4.0
- Total Points: 18
What We’ve Learned: FPL managers seem to be eyeing forwards who are in top form and are delivering consistent returns. There’s also a mix of budget and premium options.
We can also see a lot of forwards with low ownerships being transferred in this week. Hojlund, Edouard, and Wilson are differential picks with decent fixtures in GW6. FPL managers look to be cooking let’s see what they cook.
AI’s Top Forward Picks for Gameweek 6
Let’s conclude our analysis with AI’s forward picks:
- Haaland (FWD · 14.1m · 92.2%)
- Expected Points: 9.2Fixture: vs. Nott’m Forest (H)
- J. Alvarez (FWD · 6.8m · 20.3%)
- Expected Points: 6.7Fixture: vs. Nott’m Forest (H)
- Edouard (FWD · 5.6m · 4.1%)
- Expected Points: 5.0Fixture: vs. Fulham (H)
- Isak (FWD · 7.6m · 25.5%)
- Expected Points: 4.8Fixture: vs. Sheffield Utd (A)
- N. Jackson (FWD · 7.0m · 15.9%)
- Expected Points: 4.7
- Fixture: vs. Aston Villa (H)
What We’ve Learned: AI’s forward picks lean towards favorable fixtures and expected points. It also considers budget options but emphasizes performance-based choices.
Crafting Your Gameweek 6 Dream Team
With insights from both AI and FPL managers, you now have a comprehensive view of the top picks for Gameweek 6. Building your dream FPL team within the 100 million price bracket should focus on balancing form, fixtures, and expected points.
Best FPL Picks for GW6
Based on our analysis, here are some of the best FPL picks for Gameweek 6:
Our ideal GW6 team is this and we’ve gone with a 3-4-3 formation as this allows us to have enough midfielders and forwards – we expect goals this week given the various matchups. Here are the best gameweek 6 player picks.
Defenders:
- Estupiñan – £5.3m – 63.2% – DEF / BHA
- Walker – £5.2m – 12.4% – DEF / MCI
- Botman – £4.5m – 14.3% – DEF / NEW
- Kaboré – £4.0m – 5.2% – DEF / LUT
- Beyer – £4.0m – 3.1% – DEF / BUR
Midfielders:
- Rashford – £8.9m – 33.7% – MID / MUN
- Salah – £12.5m – 26.9% – MID / LIV
- Mitoma – £6.5m – 39.8% – MID / BHA
- Mbeumo – £6.9m – 28.6% – MID / BRE
- Neto – £5.5m – 1.0% – MID / WOL
Forwards:
- Haaland (FWD – 14.1m)
- J.Alvarez – £6.8m – 19.8% – FWD / MCI
- Ferguson – £6.0m – 8.0% – FWD / BHA
It is important to note that this team doesn’t have the long-term in mind – it is optimized for just gameweek 6. If you want a team that has the long-term in mind, then check out: GW6 Wildcard: The Best Gameweek 6 Wildcard Drafts To Consider
Conclusion
As you prepare for Gameweek 6, remember that your choices now can significantly impact your FPL season. Leveraging data-driven insights and the collective wisdom of the FPL community will be your path to success. May your team flourish, and may your FPL journey be filled with points and triumphs!
Redeyedrae, is an FPL content writer with years of experience in playing and writing about FPL. He has written for major FPL blogs like ALLABOUTFPL, Fantasytipsters, FF Titans, and nevermanagealone. With his deep knowledge of the game, he has become a trusted source for FPL fans worldwide. His content is well-researched and always up-to-date. He’s passionate about helping FPL managers gain an edge in their leagues by sharing insights and analysis about everything fantasy football on raensports.
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