Double Gameweek 26 is here — and it’s a big one. Both Arsenal and Wolves play twice, which has already pushed many managers towards a familiar structure: triple Arsenal, probably no Wolves, and very little deviation.
Because of that, we’ve deliberately avoided leaning too heavily on the obvious Arsenal picks. Instead, this article focuses on under-the-radar differentials, all owned by fewer than 10% of managers, who could help you climb ranks while still benefiting from the Double Gameweek.
Our strategy balances attacking potential with defensive coverage:
⚽ 3 attacking player – midfielders or forwards
🛡️ 2 defensive players – defenders or goalkeepers
This ensures coverage across the pitch while prioritising FPL points, essential for Gameweek success.
Most managers already look locked into a triple-up on Arsenal — as shown by the five most popular Gunners owned by the top one million FPL managers from the Insight Live tool below.
However, it’s interesting to note that 5.1% still own Saka, who looks likely to miss out. If you’re willing to go against the grain, the Belgian international offers a direct route into Arsenal’s attacking output at a fraction of the ownership.
The 31-year-old’s minutes have been encouraging of late, featuring for 74, 80 and 88 minutes across his last three appearances. While rotation is always a concern given Arsenal’s depth in attacking areas, his recent involvement suggests Mikel Arteta trusts him in key moments.
From a production standpoint, he’s been extremely effective. Only Gyökeres (8) has scored more goals than his five for Arsenal this season, as shown in the Opta Stats Sandbox, while only Saka and Rice (seven each) have registered more assists than his five.
With Arsenal facing Brentford and Wolves in Double Gameweek 26, Trossard is the kind of differential that could go big with multiple attacking returns — all while carrying next to no ownership.
Another week, another recommendation for Sarr — and once again he delivered. After being tipped for Gameweek 25, he backed it up with the winning goal for Crystal Palace away at Brighton.
Despite not having a Double Gameweek, Sarr continues to justify inclusion on form alone. Even though he has only featured in the last three Gameweeks, the Match Centre data shows he leads Palace for goals (2) and expected goals (2.5) across the last five matches, while also ranking second for shots on target (3).
This isn’t just a one-week punt either. According to the Fixture Planner, Palace rank third for attacking fixture difficulty over the next two Gameweeks, facing Burnley (H) and Wolves (H) — the current bottom two sides in the league.
With form, fixtures and data all aligning, Sarr remains a standout differential at extremely low ownership. He also made it into this week's FPL Double Gameweek 26: Top Five Key Players article.
One of the few true Double Gameweek enablers, Mané stands out primarily because of his price. At just £4.6m, the 18-year-old Wolves forward allows managers to free up funds elsewhere while still benefiting from two fixtures.
Across 14 appearances, Mané has produced two goals and two assists — which, remarkably, makes him joint-top for both among Wolves players, as shown in the Opta Stats Sandbox. That output translates to 42 FPL points, a respectable return for a player in this price bracket.
Even with Arsenal included in Wolves’ Double Gameweek, Mané’s role, cost and underlying numbers make him a viable differential, particularly for managers prioritising squad structure over fixtures alone. Nottingham Forest have conceded four goals in their last two matches against Leeds and Palace — two sides not known for free-scoring — so could Wolves, and Mané in particular, see their fortunes in front of goal improve against a struggling Tricky Trees side?
At £3.9m, Hill offers excellent value for managers needing budget flexibility. The English defender has played 16 matches, logging 934 minutes, and has quietly delivered 50 FPL points — an impressive return for a sub-£4.0m option.
✅ An assist & DEFCON in GW25
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✅ 20 FPL points in 3 Gameweeks
✅ EVE (A) • WHU (A) • SUN (H)
✅ Just £3.9m
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While he hasn’t found the net, Hill has contributed two assists and been involved in three clean sheets. Defensively, he has proven effective even when Bournemouth have been under pressure, recording a strong Defensive Contributions (DEFCON) score of 113 — equivalent to 10.89 per 90 minutes — which highlights his multiple routes to FPL points.
For managers prioritising funds for premium attackers or Double Gameweek coverage elsewhere, Hill remains a reliable low-owned solution, especially with Bournemouth ranking fourth for defensive fixtures over the next five Gameweeks according to the Fixture Planner.
The 28-year-old Colombian international has been one of the most attacking defenders in the game when available, returning three goals and three assists across 17 appearances this season.
His underlying attacking data is exceptional for a defender. Muñoz has registered 16 shots, with eight on target, supported by three 'big chances' — numbers that rival many mid-priced midfielders. Creatively, he has also been heavily involved, producing four big chances created alongside an impressive 2.91 expected assists.
Defensively, he hasn’t sacrificed output either. Muñoz has been part of eight clean sheets and boasts a DEFCON score of 122, underlining his impact when Crystal Palace are forced to defend deeper.
Averaging 5.7 FPL points per game — the highest of any Palace player, as shown in the Opta Heatmaps tool — and owned by just over 7% of managers, Muñoz looks like a differential that won’t stay one for long.
With Double Gameweek 26 shaping up to be a key rank-swinger, differentials like these offer managers a chance to gain ground without completely tearing up their team structure.
Whether you’re chasing upside through attacking punts or looking to free up budget while keeping points ticking over, these five players all come with genuine upside — and minimal ownership risk.
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