With favorable matchups for promoted teams, The Scout presents the ideal 15-man squad for those intending to activate their Bench Boost chip.
The Scout has crafted a 15-man roster to assist managers looking to utilize their Bench Boost chip in Gameweek 8 of Fantasy Premier League.
Currently, over 137,000 managers have their Bench Boost chip engaged, enabling them to earn points from all 15 players in their squads.
Burnley’s home clash with Leeds United stands out, featuring the popular keeper Martin Dubravka (£4.0m), who is in 34 percent of squads.
Typically, players from promoted squads like Dubravka ride the bench as a safety net, but with Sunderland also facing Wolverhampton Wanderers, now might be the perfect moment to activate your Bench Boost if you still have it available.
The in-form Erling Haaland (£14.5m) retains the captaincy, with Jarrod Bowen (£7.7m) as vice-captain. Notably, all four bench players are from promoted clubs.
Alphonse Areola (West Ham) £4.3m
The appointment of Nuno Espirito Santo as head coach at West Ham United enhances the attractiveness of their defense, especially after his success last season with Nottingham Forest. At £4.3m, Areola is a cost-effective option for Nuno’s home debut against Brentford.
Gabriel (Arsenal) £6.3m
The center-back from Arsenal provides multiple scoring opportunities against Fulham, having secured nine points in three of the last four Gameweeks through a goal, two clean sheets, and bonus contributions.
Josko Gvardiol (Man City) £5.9m
The Manchester City defender delivered 24 points in the last four Gameweeks since returning from injury. With only five percent ownership, Gvardiol could significantly impact mini-leagues as Pep Guardiola’s side welcomes Everton.
Bench
Martin Dubravka (Burnley) £4.0m
Dubravka is set to face a Leeds team that has struggled to score in two of their three away games this season.
Nordi Mukiele (Sunderland) £4.0m
Mukiele has accrued defensive points in four of his five matches this season and may secure a clean sheet against Wolves, who have only netted once in three away outings.
Granit Xhaka (Sunderland) £5.0m
Xhaka has been a reliable presence with three assists and eight defensive points, consistently returning four or more points in five of his seven matches.
Joe Rodon (Leeds) £4.1m
Rodon could secure another clean sheet against Burnley, as Leeds hold a strong defensive record with only nine big chances conceded.
