Looking for the best strikers this week to spearhead your Fantasy Premier League (FPL) lineup in Gameweek 34? You’re in the right spot. This guide breaks down the standout striker options for the upcoming round, focusing on form, fixture appeal, and attacking potential. By assessing this week’s matchups closely, we’ve pinpointed forwards who are primed to deliver solid returns.
Whether you’re investing in a premium talisman or hunting for a budget-friendly enabler, there’s a mix of options here to match different squad structures and strategies. Each pick carries the potential to make a real difference and boost your overall points haul in GW34.
Dive in below to discover the top striker picks for Gameweek 34 and choose the forward who can lead your FPL team to success this week.
Best FPL Strikers in Gameweek 34 (GW34)
Erling Haaland (Manchester City, £14.5m)
Erling Haaland stepped up when Man City needed him the most last week, scoring his 23rd goal of the season against Arsenal to now make Pep Guardiola's side the title favorites. City will next face Burnley in Gameweek 34, which is the kind of fixture where you can never ignore a player like Haaland.
Eli Junior Kroupi (Bournemouth, £4.6m)
The breakthrough of Eli Junior Kroupi has been one of the most unexpected success stories in the Premier League this season. He is within a doubt of the best cheap FPL strikers for this week. His £4.6m price is simply a bargain right now for a player of his quality that also starts frequently. Leeds at home is a great fixture as well for him to score his 11th EPL goal this season.
Danny Welbeck (Welbeck, £6.3m)
Chelsea have conceded a combined total of 7 goals in their last 3 Premier League games, which are shockingly poor numbers for a team that was earlier in a title race this season. This is why we have gone with Danny Welbeck as one one of the best FPL strikers for this week, as a player like him could end up doing huge damage to such a vulnerable Chelsea defender. He's a solid differential forward for Gameweek 34.
Ollie Watkins (Aston Villa, £8.6m)
The footballing world saw glimpses of the OG Ollie Watkins last week against Sunderland, as he scored 2 and assisted another goal in Villa's huge 4-3 win over Sunderland. Their next game will be against Fulham, and if Watkins can keep up the same form, then he could very well end up rewarding you with great returns for this Gameweek.
Thiago (Brentford, £7.3m)
Manchester United have only won one of their last 3 Premier League games, and are in a shaky form at the moment. Their defense especially has been underwhelming recently, which means Brentford's Thiago definitely might end up having one of those games where he scores a goal or 2. The Brazilian is battling Haaland for the Premier League Golden Boot, and a game against this Utd defense is sure to motivate him.
To wrap things up, picking the right striker could make all the difference to your Fantasy Premier League returns in Gameweek 34. With several forwards hitting form and facing favourable fixtures, the names mentioned above offer strong potential for points through goals, assists, and bonus returns.
That said, it’s important to weigh your squad structure, budget, and upcoming fixtures before locking in any transfers. A smart blend of premium firepower and value picks can often provide the edge needed to stay competitive this week.
In the end, targeting a forward with solid underlying stats and a kind fixture could be the move that pushes your team up the rankings. Choose wisely, and Gameweek 34 might just deliver big rewards.
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