FPL 2025/26 Gameweek 26 is finally upon us – the first double gameweek of the season, Fantasy Premier League expert Blake Hurst writes. Armory And the wolf Both play twice, and with fixture swings starting to shake things up across the league, this is where FPL managers can pull ahead. Choosing the right double-gameweek will be key when keeping an eye on form and consistency. Whether you’re chasing a rank, climbing the mini-league or just setting up for the next few weeks, here are five players worth buying for this crucial round.

Declan Rice (7.5m)

Rice Peacefully continues to deliver. Last week’s five-point return came from a clean sheet and a DEFCON bonus – the equivalent of an assist in disguise. His underlying creativity has been superb: Over the past six game weeks, he’s made 16 key passes and generated 1.67 expected assists. Add set-piece duties and consistent 90-minute reliability, and it’s a picture of consistency. with Booked out No on the side Rice Can take more responsibility in attack. Combining safe minutes with steady returns and DEFCON potential, Rice looks essential for this double and beyond. N Armory A midfielder who never stops delivering value.

Joao Pedro (7.6m)

If you are waiting for the trigger to turn on look PedroThis is the moment. Two strong fixtures up front and clear early runs make him one of the best short-range attackers in the game. When fit, Pedro Can be electric – an open-play threat and involvement in everything Chelsea move on While his minutes may be volatile long-term, the short window between now and Gameweek 28 makes him perfect for managers looking to capitalize on form. Expect opportunities, responsibility and the potential for double-digit mileage. It won’t hold forever, but for now, it’s a buy.

Victor Gyokares (8.7 m)

So the momentum is starting again Victor roots. After scoring against Leeds and two braces off the bench against Sunderland, he looks like a confident player ready to break out in time for Arsenal’s double. Fixtures against Brentford and Wolves offer the potential to attack on return – and if, as expected, he starts both, it’s one of the week’s standout forward punts. There is little risk of rotation, but a lot of upside. with No out roots May also be on spot-kick duty. It’s a high-risk, high-reward move, but in doubles often being rank-defining, this could be the punt that changes your season.

Ismaila Sir (6.3 m)

Sarr has quietly gone under the radar and become a reliable mid-price option – and this double Gameweek could push him out of the spotlight. The Crystal Palace winger is on penalties and produces a strong 0.47 xGI per 90 minutes – more than Mathews Cunha and similar look Pedro. With Burnley and Wolves both at home, he is well placed to make an attacking return. Palace’s attack runs through him, and the consistency of his minutes makes him easy to believe. Add in his explosive pace and penalty threat, and Sir offers a rare combination of floor and upside for his price. Smart buy for both short and medium term benefits.