Best Differentials For FPL Gameweek 9

With template picks dominating most Fantasy Premier League squads, Gameweek 9 offers a great opportunity to get ahead by targeting low-owned players who combine strong fixtures with solid underlying potential.

Here are five differentials that could deliver big returns this week.

Including the Newcastle defence makes plenty of sense. They rank second in the league for expected goals conceded (xGC), showing excellent defensive solidity.

Fulham have underwhelmed in attack this season, sitting 14th for expected goals (xG). Newcastle also rank among the top three teams for clean sheet probability this week, with around a 40% chance according to bookmakers.

After a few quiet weeks, Gordon’s home fixture offers a good chance for redemption. With Joachim Andersen sidelined, Fulham's defence should be more vulnerable.

Gordon’s past pedigree shows he’s capable of explosive hauls, especially in front of his home crowd.

Chelsea rank second only to Arsenal for clean sheet probability (44%). The main concern with James has always been fitness, but four consecutive league starts suggest he’s now back to full sharpness.

With a share of set pieces and attacking license, he’s an exciting short-term punt.

Paquetá offers creativity, set pieces, and possibly penalties - a combination that gives him multiple routes to points. At under 5% ownership, he’s a superb value pick with both goal, assist and defensive contributions potential.

While recent weeks have been quiet, Calvert-Lewin remains a nailed starting striker with penalty potential and favourable upcoming fixtures.

His low price makes him an ideal enabler for those seeking balance in attack while freeing funds to be spent in midfield and defence.