Haaland Remains Fantasy Premier League King with Third Golden Boot

Erling HaalandPlayer·Erling Haaland continued his remarkable impact on the Premier LeagueCompetition·Premier League in the 2025/26 season, not only on the pitch for Manchester CityTeam·Manchester City but also in the realm of Fantasy Premier League (FPL). The Norwegian striker finished the season as the highest-scoring player in FPL, accumulating an impressive 239 points, a testament to his consistent output.

Haaland's individual brilliance saw him claim his third Premier LeagueCompetition·Premier League Golden Boot, having netted 27 goals and provided 8 assists across 35 league appearances for Manchester CityTeam·Manchester City. This prolific form solidified his position as the most-owned and most-captained player in FPL throughout the campaign, a clear indicator of his perceived value among managers.

Despite his undeniable success, Haaland's high starting FPL price of £14.0 million, which peaked at £15.1 million, necessitated careful budget management for those aiming to integrate him into their squads. A brief dip in his FPL returns around January 2026, where he managed only one penalty goal in five Premier LeagueCompetition·Premier League matches, sparked debate among managers regarding his retention. However, his history of explosive hauls often outweighed the temporary concerns.

For Manchester CityTeam·Manchester City, the 2025/26 season concluded with a second-place finish in the Premier LeagueCompetition·Premier League, securing a spot in the UEFA Champions LeagueCompetition·Champions League. ArsenalTeam·Arsenal ultimately claimed the league title with 85 points, seven clear of City's 78. Domestically, Manchester CityTeam·Manchester City enjoyed success, lifting both the FA CupCompetition·FA Cup and the EFL CupCompetition·EFL Cup, though their Champions LeagueCompetition·Champions League campaign ended in the Round of 16.

Haaland's season was not entirely without physical challenges. Manchester CityTeam·Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola acknowledged various "niggles" and "discomfort" throughout the campaign, describing some absences as minor rather than significant injuries. Despite these concerns, Haaland's ability to feature in 35 league matches underscores his resilience and importance to the squad.

Looking ahead to the 2026/27 FPL season, Haaland's continued dominance is reflected in his record-breaking £15.5 million price tag. When asked about this valuation on a Premier LeagueCompetition·Premier League social post, Haaland succinctly responded, "nice" and "expensive," acknowledging his premium status in the fantasy game.