Fantasy Premier League scouts release Gameweek 3 selection featuring Erling Haaland
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 3, 2026, 7:29 PM
Last updated Sep 3, 2026
Fantasy Premier League managers are adjusting rosters for Gameweek 3 of the 2026/27 season as the league schedule continues. Analysts have identified a balanced 4-4-2 formation to navigate upcoming fixtures, including Manchester City's home match against Coventry City and Liverpool's trip to Ipswich Town. The suggested lineup features Erling Haaland as captain, joined by Bruno Fernandes, Rayan Cherki, and Bukayo Saka in the midfield. David Raya is favored in goal despite Arsenal's challenging fixture against Chelsea. Other budget-conscious defensive selections include Josko Gvardiol, Maxim De Cuyper, Kristoffer Ajer, and Bobby Thomas. Managers are encouraged to balance premium player costs against lower-priced options to remain within the £100m budget limit while prioritizing starters with consistent early-season contributions.
- •Gameweek 3 features Manchester City at home against Coventry City.
- •Erling Haaland is the selected captain for the 4-4-2 scout lineup.
- •Arsenal meets Chelsea in a fixture identified as difficult for defensive projections.
- •The squad fits a total budget of £100m for the gameweek.
- •Manchester United travels to face Everton in their upcoming league match.
- 7:29 PMYahoo Sports — FPL GW3 Captain Picks: Haaland vs Isak vs Foden vs Cherki – Who Should You Captain?
- 6:30 PMYahoo Sports — FPL GW3 Scout Picks: Best 4-4-2 XI featuring Haaland, Bruno, Cherki and Saka
"Gameweek 3 of the 2026/27 Fantasy Premier League season gives managers plenty to think about. Manchester City have an enticing home fixture against promoted Coventry City, while Manchester United travel to Everton and Liverpool head to Ipswich Town. Meanwhile, Arsenal and Chelsea meet in one of the more difficult fixtures to call from a Fantasy […]
"As the 2026/27 Fantasy Premier League season heads into Gameweek 3, locking in the right armband choice can propel your team up the ranks. With Manchester City boasting an ideal fixture against a struggling Coventry City side and Liverpool eager to unleash their attack on Ipswich Town, managers are spoiled for choice. Here is a […]
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 3, 2026, 7:29 PMFPL GW3 Captain Picks: Haaland vs Isak vs Foden vs Cherki – Who Should You Captain?
As the 2026/27 Fantasy Premier League season heads into Gameweek 3, locking in the right armband choice can propel your team up the ranks. With Manchester City boasting an ideal fixture against a struggling Coventry City side and Liverpool eager to unleash their attack on Ipswich Town, managers are spoiled for choice. Here is a […]
- Yahoo SportsSep 3, 2026, 6:30 PMFPL GW3 Scout Picks: Best 4-4-2 XI featuring Haaland, Bruno, Cherki and Saka
Gameweek 3 of the 2026/27 Fantasy Premier League season gives managers plenty to think about. Manchester City have an enticing home fixture against promoted Coventry City, while Manchester United travel to Everton and Liverpool head to Ipswich Town. Meanwhile, Arsenal and Chelsea meet in one of the more difficult fixtures to call from a Fantasy […]
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