Best Goalkeepers for EPL Fantasy 2026/27

Last updated: Gameweek 6 · October 4, 2026

Hull City’s Konstantinos Tzolakis leads all best goalkeepers epl fantasy options this month with 8.4 projected InfoSport Points for gameweek six and 17 saves across five appearances. The goalkeeper position splits cleanly into two profiles: high-volume shot-stoppers on mid-table sides who bank points from saves, and clean-sheet specialists on elite defenses who score from fewer goals conceded.

Best Goalkeepers for EPL Fantasy: Rankings

InfoSport Points model (see our methodology). Pts/90 blends the last five appearances with the full season; ⚠ = availability flag.

Tier 1: the elite

Tzolakis (Hull City, GK)

The Greek international projects 8.4 points for gameweek six and has collected 17 saves in five matches, tied with Caoimhín Kelleher for the second-highest mark in our data. He has posted three clean sheets despite Hull facing mid-table opposition, and his 12.8% FPL ownership makes him under the radar relative to his output. His next three fixtures—Everton (H), Fulham (A), Brentford (H)—offer a mix of save volume and clean-sheet potential.

Pickford (Everton, GK)

Jordan Pickford has allowed only three goals in five matches while recording 15 saves and three clean sheets, and his 11-point haul in gameweek five underscores the ceiling when Everton’s defense holds firm. He projects 7.4 points per 90 in our model, slightly below Tzolakis but with a cleaner defensive record. His fixture against Hull (A) followed by Chelsea (H) and Arsenal (A) tests whether Everton’s early-season solidity can persist against stronger attacks.

Trafford (Leeds, GK)

James Trafford has made 20 saves through five gameweeks, the highest total in this dataset, and his 12-point performance in gameweek five shows how our model rewards volume even when clean sheets are inconsistent. He has recorded two clean sheets and allowed three goals, a profile that suits category leagues where saves carry the same weight as clean sheets. His upcoming trip to Arsenal (A) should generate save opportunities, though Manchester United (H) and Sunderland (A) present mixed prospects.

Raya (Arsenal, GK)

David Raya owns the highest FPL ownership in this group at 42.3%, driven by Arsenal’s three clean sheets, but his nine saves trail every other goalkeeper in the top ten. His 14-point gameweek four shows the ceiling when Arsenal dominate possession and limit chances, yet his 1-point gameweek five against a weaker opponent illustrates the floor when saves dry up. He projects 7.0 points per 90, making him a clean-sheet specialist rather than a volume play, and his fixtures against Leeds (H), Nottingham Forest (A) and Everton (H) favor that profile.

Tier 2: reliable starters

Alisson Becker (Liverpool, GK)

Alisson has delivered consistent returns with 12, 10 and 9 points across his last three matches, combining 14 saves with three clean sheets and four goals conceded. His 6.8 projection per 90 ranks fifth among the top ten, and his 4.1% FPL ownership suggests managers have shifted away from Liverpool’s goalkeeper despite the steady output. Liverpool’s clash with Manchester City (H) will test whether he can maintain both save volume and clean-sheet potential.

Kelleher (Brentford, GK)

Caoimhín Kelleher has made 17 saves for Brentford, tied with Tzolakis for the second-highest total, and his 8-point and 9-point returns in gameweeks four and five confirm the value of a high-save keeper on a mid-table side. He has two clean sheets and four goals conceded, a ratio that points to inconsistent defensive cover but consistent shot volume. His next three fixtures—Aston Villa (A), Liverpool (H), Hull (A)—should continue to generate save opportunities that drive his 6.6 points per 90 projection.

Verbruggen (Brighton, GK)

Bart Verbruggen has posted three clean sheets and allowed five goals while making 12 saves, a profile balanced between defensive stability and shot-stopping. His 13-point gameweek four and 9-point gameweek five show the consistency available when Brighton’s back line performs, and his 21.6% FPL ownership reflects strong manager confidence. Brighton’s upcoming matches against Sunderland (A), Crystal Palace (H) and Liverpool (A) offer two winnable fixtures before a tougher test.

Donnarumma (Man City, GK)

Gianluigi Donnarumma recorded 10 points in both gameweek three and four, driven by 14 saves and two clean sheets, but his 3-point gameweek five hints at the volatility when City dominate possession and limit opponent chances. He projects 5.2 points per 90, ranking eighth in our model, and his upcoming fixtures against Liverpool (A), Ipswich (H) and Aston Villa (A) include one high-difficulty clash and two matches where saves may be scarce. His 7.6% FPL ownership positions him as a second-tier option rather than a weekly set-and-forget starter.

Tier 3: value picks and streamers

Horníček (Newcastle, GK)

Lukáš Horníček has made 19 saves across five matches, the second-highest total in our data, yet he owns only one clean sheet and has conceded nine goals. His 4.8 points per 90 projection ranks ninth, and his 1.5% FPL ownership makes him the most under-the-radar option in this tier. Newcastle’s fixtures against Coventry (A), Aston Villa (H) and Crystal Palace (A) offer streaming potential when you need save volume without clean-sheet upside.

Leno (Fulham, GK)

Bernd Leno has recorded 16 saves, one clean sheet and eight goals conceded, a profile that suits streaming when Fulham face attacking opponents. His 10-point gameweek four return against a stronger side shows the ceiling, while his 1-point and 6-point outings in gameweeks three and five illustrate the inconsistency. At 3.4% FPL ownership and 4.6 points per 90, he is a fixture-dependent play rather than a season-long hold, with upcoming matches against Ipswich (A), Hull (H) and Coventry (A) offering mixed prospects.

Suzuki (Aston Villa, GK)

Zion Suzuki projects 4.54 points for gameweek six but expects only 72 minutes, suggesting a rotation risk that limits his appeal despite 15 saves and one clean sheet across five matches. His 11-point gameweek three performance demonstrates the ceiling when he plays a full 90 minutes and faces shots, but his 5-point returns in gameweeks four and five with full minutes confirm the inconsistency. His 1.9% FPL ownership and reduced expected minutes make him a deeper-league option only.

Rushworth (Coventry City, GK)

Carl Rushworth’s 14-point gameweek five included an assist—an extremely rare outcome for goalkeepers in our model—alongside nine saves and a clean sheet, yet his season total of nine saves and 10 goals conceded reflects Coventry’s defensive struggles. He projects 3.8 points per 90 and sits at 0.8% FPL ownership, making him a punt for managers streaming against Coventry’s upcoming opponents rather than rostering him directly. His fixtures against Newcastle (H), Tottenham (A) and Fulham (H) include two matches where he may face high shot volume.

Sels (Nott’m Forest, GK)

Matz Sels has made 11 saves, recorded one clean sheet and allowed five goals, a profile that sits between the high-save keepers and the clean-sheet specialists without excelling in either category. His 4.2 points per 90 projection and 1.6% FPL ownership place him in the streaming tier, and his upcoming fixtures against Crystal Palace (A), Arsenal (H) and Ipswich (A) include two matches where Forest will likely concede chances. His 7-point, 6-point and 3-point returns across the last three gameweeks show declining output.

Trending up and down this month

Up: Trafford (Leeds, GK) — His points climbed from 5 in gameweek three to 5 in gameweek four to 12 in gameweek five, driven by 20 saves across those matches, and his projection of 7.4 points per 90 now matches Pickford despite a much lower 5.5% FPL ownership.

Up: Rushworth (Coventry City, GK) — He posted 3 points and -1 points in gameweeks three and four before surging to 14 points in gameweek five on the back of nine saves, one clean sheet and one assist, though his 0.8% FPL ownership and Coventry’s poor defensive record suggest the spike may not hold.

Down: Raya (Arsenal, GK) — After recording 14 points in gameweek four, he fell to 1 point in gameweek five, highlighting the volatility of clean-sheet keepers when Arsenal face weaker opponents who generate few shots, and his reliance on shutouts makes him vulnerable in matches where Arsenal dominate possession.

Down: Horníček (Newcastle, GK) — His points declined from 4 in gameweek three to 1 in gameweek four to 4 in gameweek five, and despite making 19 saves he has conceded nine goals and recorded only one clean sheet, leaving him with a 4.8 points per 90 projection that trails the top tier.

How to draft and manage goalkeepers

Target high-save keepers on mid-table teams — Goalkeepers earn one point per save in our model, making shot-stoppers like Tzolakis and Trafford more valuable in category leagues than in FPL, where saves count less. A keeper who faces 15 shots and makes 10 saves will often outscore a keeper on an elite defense who faces five shots and concedes none, because the save total carries the same weight as the clean sheet.

Stream against weak attacks when you need a clean sheet — If your league awards five points for a clean sheet and your opponent has strong attackers, use fixtures to find keepers facing the lowest-scoring sides that week. Check fixture difficulty ratings to identify the matches where a goalkeeper has the best chance of avoiding goals conceded, then stream that option for one week.

Avoid relying on rotation-risk backups — Suzuki expects only 72 minutes in gameweek six, and his projection drops to 4.54 points despite a decent per-90 rate, because partial minutes cap his ceiling. In category leagues where every stat counts, a keeper who plays 60 minutes earns fewer saves and has a lower chance of recording a clean sheet than one who completes the full 90.

Monitor trending keepers after three-match runs — Trafford’s points climbed from 5 to 5 to 12 across three matches, while Raya’s dropped from 14 to 1, showing how momentum can signal shifting defensive form or fixture difficulty. Use recent match data to identify keepers whose output is improving or declining, then adjust your roster before the broader market reacts.

Frequently asked questions

Which goalkeeper should I draft first in Sleeper or Fantrax?

Draft Tzolakis or Trafford if you want save volume, as both have made at least 17 saves through five matches and project above 7.4 points per 90, or take Pickford if you prefer clean sheets, since he has allowed only three goals and posted three shutouts. Raya owns the highest FPL ownership at 42.3% but has made only nine saves, making him less valuable in leagues where saves carry the same weight as clean sheets. Check our scoring model to see how saves, clean sheets and goals conceded interact in your format.

Should I roster two goalkeepers or stream the position weekly?

Roster two goalkeepers if both project above 6.0 points per 90 and you can alternate based on fixtures, but stream if your second option falls below 5.0 points per 90, because the difference between a strong streamer and a weak backup often exceeds two points per match. Kelleher at 6.6 points per 90 and Verbruggen at 6.4 points per 90 make strong second options you can start confidently, while Leno at 4.6 points per 90 and Horníček at 4.8 points per 90 suit streaming against specific opponents.

How much do saves matter compared to clean sheets in category leagues?

Saves and clean sheets both carry significant weight in our model: one save earns one point and one clean sheet earns five points, meaning a keeper needs five saves to equal one shutout. Trafford has posted 20 saves and two clean sheets this season, while Raya has nine saves and three clean sheets, showing how volume can close the gap when defensive records differ. For a full breakdown of how goalkeepers score compared to outfield players, see our defender rankings, where clean sheets also drive value.

Bottom line

Tzolakis, Trafford and Pickford lead the best goalkeepers epl fantasy options this month because they combine high save totals with clean-sheet potential, while Raya and Alisson offer lower floors but safer matchups for managers prioritizing defensive stability. The goalkeeper position rewards different profiles in category leagues than in FPL: shot-stoppers on mid-table sides often outscore elite keepers on dominant defenses when saves carry equal weight. Use our full position rankings to compare goalkeepers against defenders and midfielders when deciding where to allocate roster spots.