Attention all Fantasy Premier League managers! Today, we're diving into the crucial Gameweek 29 team news, with some exciting updates and a few head-scratchers. Get ready for a rollercoaster of injury reports, assessments, and potential lineup surprises.
The Big Question: Who's In, Who's Out?
Let's start with the star striker, Erling Haaland (£14.7m), and his knee injury. Will he make it back in time for Gameweek 29? Pep Guardiola isn't giving us a straight answer just yet, but he did say Haaland feels better. Same goes for Nico O'Reilly (ankle), who also hobbled off against Leeds. We'll have to wait until after training to find out their fate.
But here's where it gets controversial... Manchester City's Josko Gvardiol and Mateo Kovacic remain out, but Haaland and O'Reilly's status is still up in the air. Is this a sign of things to come, or just a cautious approach by Guardiola?
Moving on to Newcastle United, Jacob Ramsey has made a speedy recovery from his bug, but Nick Woltemade is now ill. Tino Livramento, on the other hand, is ahead of schedule in his rehab, but this match might be too soon for him. Eddie Howe is leaving no stone unturned to get his key players back.
And this is the part most people miss... injuries are not always straightforward. Howe emphasizes that every situation is unique, and sometimes, players need that extra time to fully recover.
Brighton and Hove Albion have some positive news too. Yasin Ayari (shoulder) is expected to be an option for Wednesday's match after returning to training. However, long-term absentees Adam Webster and Stefanos Tzimas remain sidelined.
Fabian Hurzeler, Brighton's manager, is facing a tough decision. With the same 11 players starting the last two winning matches, he needs to decide whether to stick with the winning formula or bring in fresh legs for the Arsenal clash.
Veterans Danny Welbeck and James Milner might be the ones to make way, with Hurzeler hinting at a possible rotation. But the real intrigue lies with Yankuba Minteh, who hasn't started a league game in 2026. Hurzeler believes Minteh has an important role to play, but it's all about hard work and earning his spot back.
So, what do you think? Are these injury updates a blessing or a curse for your Fantasy team? Let's discuss in the comments! Will Haaland make it back in time? Who do you think should start for Brighton? Your opinions matter, so don't be shy!
