With Double Gameweek 24 (DGW24) on the horizon, Fantasy Premier League (FPL) managers are grappling with a pivotal question: should Mohamed Salah be the go-to choice for the Triple Captain chip?
The 31-year-old Egyptian maestro faces two enticing away fixtures against Everton and Bournemouth. For FPL enthusiasts, this presents a golden opportunity to maximise points.
In this blog, we’ll break down the key pros and cons of activating the Triple Captain chip on Liverpool’s star man, helping you make an informed decision ahead of the deadline.
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Liverpool's talisman, Mohamed Salah, has been in exceptional form this season, making him a key asset for Fantasy Premier League (FPL) managers.
According to the Opta Stats Sandbox, Salah leads the league in goals (19), FPL assists (13), and total FPL points (222).
His consistent performances underline his importance in both real-world football and FPL. With an expected goals (xG) tally of 17.73 and expected assists (xA) of 10.22, Salah’s output is far from a fluke, proving that he’s a reliable captaincy pick for the long haul.
Interestingly, 67.6% of active managers are yet to use their Triple Captain chip as shown in the FPL Statistics tool.
This statistic excludes the 37.4% of inactive managers who haven't made team changes in five gameweeks, providing a more relevant picture of the FPL landscape.
With such a high percentage of managers still holding onto this powerful chip, DGW24 could be a defining moment in the season.
Despite Salah’s impressive overall numbers, his recent form has raised a few eyebrows among FPL managers. The Egyptian international has blanked in two of his last three Premier League matches, sparking doubts about his consistency in the short term.
In the recent game against relegation battling Ipswich Town, his performance was relatively quiet. Salah managed just one goal, three shots (as highlighted on his Opta Shotmap), and 12 touches in the opposition's box.
This slight dip might give FPL managers a reason to reconsider their captaincy or chip strategies for upcoming gameweeks.
When deciding whether to use the Triple Captain chip, analysing the opposition is essential. Both Everton and Bournemouth have displayed strong defensive performances this season, particularly at home.
Bournemouth have been especially resilient, conceding just seven goals on home turf – the fewest in the league, according to the Opta Stats Sandbox. They’ve also kept five clean sheets at the Vitality Stadium, the joint highest for home teams. Everton, meanwhile, have conceded only 13 goals at Goodison Park and recorded four clean sheets.
This solid defensive form could make it challenging for Salah to deliver the points FPL managers will be hoping for when entrusting him with the Triple Captain chip.
The Predicted Points & Stats tool is optimistic about Salah’s potential in DGW24, projecting a score of 13.4 points. This makes the Triple Captain chip a tempting option.
Adding to the appeal, the Chips Assistant within the Assistant Manager tool is actively recommending managers to activate the chip if it’s available, further strengthening the case for Triple Captaining Salah.
Several members of the Elite XI: Team Reveal managers are planning to use their Triple Captain chip on Salah for DGW24.
Among them is Paul Marshman, who holds a remarkable record of six top 1k finishes in FPL. Currently ranked in the top 80,000, Marshman will be hoping his chip strategy in the second half of the season helps secure yet another top 1k finish.
This insight from top-performing managers adds further weight to the case for entrusting the Triple Captain chip to the Egyptian King.
No FPL decision is without risk, but the stars appear to be aligning for a Salah Triple Captain in DGW24. His consistent performances this season, paired with two fixtures and the backing of both the Algorithm and Elite Managers, make this a highly compelling opportunity.
Ultimately, the decision to use the Triple Captain chip on Mohamed Salah in DGW24 depends on your overall strategy and risk appetite. However, with his proven track record, the potential for high returns, and the endorsement of FPL tools and top managers, it's a gamble that could pay off handsomely.
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