Best Free Hit Team for FPL Gameweek 19 (GW19 Draft & Picks)
Building the best Free Hit team for Fantasy Premier League Gameweek 19 is about maximising upside through favourable fixtures, secure minutes and clearly defined roles. With several premium attackers in strong matchups and multiple defences offering clean sheet potential, GW19 presents a prime opportunity to gain ground using the Free Hit chip.
Below is the recommended FPL GW19 Free Hit XI, built using expected goals data, clean sheet probabilities, set-piece responsibility and projected Fantasy Premier League returns.
- Check out RotoWire's updated FPL GW19 rankings and full FPL strategy guide for this week.
- For injury updates on key players, visit our FPL Gameweek 19 Injury News page, updated daily.
- Use our Fixture Difficulty Ranker to compare upcoming FPL fixture runs and plan transfers during AFCON.
- Visit our Predicted Lineups page for GW19, updated throughout the week up to 75 minutes before kickoff.
How This FPL GW19 Free Hit Team Was Built
This Free Hit squad prioritises
• Teams with the best fixtures in Gameweek 19
• Players with secure minutes and defined roles
• Penalty and set-piece takers
• Defenders with strong clean sheet odds
• High-upside attackers capable of double-digit hauls
Best Goalkeeper for a Free Hit in FPL Gameweek 19 (GW19)
David Raya remains the standout goalkeeper pick this week. Arsenal continue to set the defensive benchmark in the league, conceding the fewest goals by a wide margin. With the Gunners also carrying one of the highest clean sheet probabilities of Gameweek 19, Raya offers both safety and steady returns.
Best Defenders for a Free Hit in FPL Gameweek 19 (GW19)
Patrick Dorgu is a fascinating Free Hit pick. With Manchester United short on options, he was deployed high on the right wing last game, significantly boosting his attacking potential. Add to that United's strong defensive clean sheet odds this week, and Dorgu suddenly offers points at both ends. Coming off a huge 17-point haul, confidence and momentum are clearly on his side.
Lewis Hall benefits from an excellent fixture against a Burnley side ranked in the bottom three for expected goals this season. Hall's involvement on set pieces adds an extra layer of appeal, while his tendency to accumulate bonus points gives him a strong floor alongside genuine upside.
Malick Thiaw completes a double up on the Newcastle defence. The fixture is favourable and Thiaw's price makes him an ideal enabler. He allows investment further up the pitch without sacrificing defensive security, which is exactly what a Free Hit squad should aim to achieve.
Best Midfielders for a Free Hit in FPL Gameweek 19 (GW19)
Bukayo Saka continues to deliver consistent returns even when the explosive hauls don't arrive. He looked sharp against Brighton and remains Arsenal's most reliable attacking outlet. While the penalty situation is not completely clear, his all-around involvement ensures he remains a solid pick.
Matheus Cunha comes into captaincy consideration due to role and fixture. His minutes are secure, penalty duties look likely and the home fixture against Wolves is ideal. With relatively low effective ownership, Cunha offers a genuine chance to make ground this week.
Dominik Szoboszlai ticks almost every box. He's affordable, rested after his GW18 suspension, plays close to 90 minutes regularly, is involved in set pieces and appears to have penalty responsibility. With a strong fixture and secure role, he feels close to essential.
Phil Foden has reached automatic selection territory. His minutes are locked in and his output has been exceptional, averaging more than one attacking return per game across his last six starts.
Anthony Gordon adds differential appeal. He's on penalties and faces a Burnley defence that has conceded more expected goals than any side in the league.
Best Forwards for a Free Hit in FPL Gameweek 19 (GW19)
Erling Haaland needs little explanation. He remains the most explosive asset in the game and the cornerstone of any squad.
Benjamin Sesko is the true left-field pick. Almost no one will consider him, but a home fixture against Wolves offers sneaky upside for managers willing to embrace risk.
Best Captain for FPL Gameweek 19
It could be a good week to fade Erling Haaland in a tough trip to Sunderland. Matheus Cunha and Dominik Szoboszlai offer different types of captains, both in good spots and bigger roles than prior in the season.
Final Thoughts on the Best Free Hit Team for GW19
Gameweek 19 is the last chance to deploy the Free Hit chip for the first half of the season, and it has clear fixture advantages and multiple premium options worth targeting. This squad balances reliability with upside by combining strong defences, penalty takers and high-ceiling attackers.
As always, monitor predicted lineups and late injury news ahead of the deadline to maximise returns.
