Fantasy Football Matchweek 19: Key Players to Buy, Sell, and Latest Injury Updates

As we enter Fantasy Football Matchweek 19 of the Premier League, taking place from Tuesday, December 30, 2025, to Thursday, January 1, 2026, it’s important for FPL managers to plan carefully to improve their points.

Here are some tips to help you finalize your squad for 2025.

Fantasy Football Matchweek 19 Fixtures

The Fantasy Football deadline for Gameweek 19 is Tuesday, December 30, 21:00 GMT.

Tuesday, December 30, 2025

• Burnley vs Newcastle United (19:30 GMT)
• Chelsea vs Bournemouth (19:30 GMT)
• Nottingham Forest vs Everton (19:30 GMT)
• West Ham United vs Brighton & Hove Albion (19:30 GMT)
• Arsenal vs Aston Villa (20:15 GMT)
• Manchester United vs Wolverhampton Wanderers (20:15 GMT)

Thursday, January 1, 2026

• Crystal Palace vs Fulham (17:30 GMT)
• Liverpool vs Leeds United (17:30 GMT)
• Brentford vs Tottenham Hotspur (20:00 GMT)
• Sunderland vs Manchester City (16:30 GMT)

Injuries and Suspension Updates

Jack Grealish may miss the game against Nottingham Forest due to illness, and Anthony Elanga from Newcastle is uncertain for the Burnley match after picking up a knock.

Arsenal’s Jurrien Timber also has an injury and missed the match against Brighton; he might not play against Aston Villa. On a positive note, Kai Havertz is close to returning and could feature against Aston Villa.

Mason Mount from Manchester United is dealing with a muscle injury, while Matty Cash from Aston Villa will miss the Arsenal match due to suspension.

Key FPL Picks

Manchester United is set to face Wolves, who are at the bottom of the table. Following a recent win against Newcastle, United is expected to collect another three points. They previously won this fixture 4-1 on December 8. Matheus Cunha (£8.1m) and goalkeeper Senne Lammens (£5.0m) are solid options from Wolves.

The Arsenal vs Aston Villa match is anticipated to be competitive. Villa has won 11 of their last 12 matches, while Arsenal confidently holds the top spot. Players to consider are Morgan Rogers (£7.4m) from Villa and Bukayo Saka (£10.3m) from Arsenal.

Additional recommended FPL picks for Gameweek 19 include Erling Haaland from Man City (£15.1m), Rayan Cherki (£6.7m), Antoine Semenyo from Bournemouth (£7.7m), Calvert-Lewin from Leeds (£5.8m), Hugo Ekitike from Liverpool (£9.1m), Reece James from Chelsea (£5.7m), and Michael Keane from Everton (£4.8m).