In Fantasy Premier League, differentials are often the key to climbing the ranks. A differential, defined here as a player owned by 15% or fewer managers, can provide explosive gains when they deliver.
With many managers sticking to template picks, lower-owned assets present the chance to separate yourself from the crowd.
If you have started slowly, this is the type of week to take calculated risks and back players who can spark a turnaround. Here are six standout differential options for Gameweek 7.
Anthony Gordon
Price: ÂŁ7.4m
Ownership: 1.2%
Fresh from two Champions League goals, both penalties, Gordon now looks like Newcastle’s spot-kick taker in Isak’s absence.
Facing a Forest defence that has yet to keep a clean sheet this season, he offers immediate upside. Add in Newcastle’s strong fixture run, and he is more than just a one-week punt.
Matheus Cunha
Price: ÂŁ8.0m
Ownership: 4.3%
A bold gamble, but risk-takers could benefit. United’s fixture at home to a promoted side looks tailor-made for attacking returns, and few will trust their attack.
Phil Foden
Price: ÂŁ8.1m
Ownership: 6.2%
At under 7% ownership, Foden is the ultimate high-ceiling punt. A good fixture against Brentford could see him produce one of his trademark explosive hauls.
Evanilson
Price: ÂŁ7.0m
Ownership: 3.3%
Still overlooked by the masses, the Brazilian striker offers affordability with serious upside. Against Fulham at home, he could easily return a breakout haul.
Matty Cash
Price: ÂŁ4.6m
Ownership: 5.4%
Villa have the second-best clean sheet odds this week, and Cash stands out as their most attacking defender.
He offers returns at both ends, combining clean sheet potential with set-piece involvement and overlapping runs. At just 5% ownership, he could be a difference-maker.