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Master your Gameweek 2 captaincy choice! Discover top premium picks and differential armbands to skyrocket your rank. Gameweek 1 proved a bit of a shock to the system captaincy wise, as both Bruno Fernandes and Erling Haaland both registered respective blanks. Now, that’s not to say that that is in any way how the season will play out. So I absolutely wouldn’t discourage them as captaincy options for Gameweek 2. If however, you are one of those kneejerk managers who has already seen enough, or perhaps you’re just searching for another differential option instead, then we’ve got you covered. Speaking of differentials, if you are after some great options, then make sure you check out our best FPL differentials for gameweek 2. Anyway, without further ado, let’s get stuck into the best FPL Gameweek 2 captains. Even though Ipswich looked impressive against Sunderland, it is still too early to tell if that was them being good or an injured Sunderland side being exceptionally bad. Nonetheless, United will be very keen to bounce back in front of their home fans and will likely play with a renewed vigour assuming Carrick and the fans light a fire under them. Don’t be surprised to see Fernandes bounce back big time in this one. Until Aston Villa get their s*** together, this fixture profiles as one of the best on the calendar right now. They are missing half a first team, Watkins has gone AWOL, Gomes is suspended and they are reeling off a 4-0 loss to Brighton. Playing the champions is arguably the last thing they need right now. Arsenal on the other hand will absolutely love the timing. With Calafiori arguably the standout option. The positions Calafiori was getting himself into vs Coventry were incredibly attacking to say the least. Drifting in and acting like a number 10 at times. Leaving the game with an assist to show for it. Should his attacking propensity continue, as well as Arsenal’s elite clean sheet potential, he profiles as a standout captaincy differential this week, and arguably the highest floor of all the options. Erling Haaland vs CRY (A) Similar story for Haaland as Bruno. Despite failing to hit the mark against Bournmeouth, the Viking still found himself in dangerous areas. Accruing a total xG of 0.72 for the contest. If he continues getting chances, he will put them away. Palace were unable to hold Everton at bay, in a defensive performance that left a lot to be desired. I expect a solid bounce back game from Haaland in this one. To say Brentford demolished Spurs would be an understatement. Not only did they demolish them 3-0, but it could’ve also easily been 4-0 were it not for a missed penalty. With a total xG margin of 4.27 to 0.54. An enormous gulf. With thiago himself registering an xG of 1.02. They now take on a Sunderland side who lost 2-1 to newly promoted Ipswich and gave up 1.58 xG. Not only this, but Sunderland are still dealing with injuries at the back including Mukiele and Alderete. Thiago scored 22 goals in the league last season, and will be very keen to get back to scoring ways against a team who don’t look at the races at present. Chelsea’s attack was absolutely purring against Fulham. Putting 3 past them and accruing a total xG of 2.78. with Palmer himself grabbing a goal and an assist. More importantly however, was that he looked back to his imperious best. Even the way he moved and the confidence he took players on with, was reminiscent of a Palmer we saw a few seasons ago. He is now featuring in one of the most dynamic front-3s in the league along with Rogers and Joao Pedro. ‘JP Morgan’. Who honestly look like scoring goals for fun right now. The only reason Palmer is 5th on this list is because Brighton looked great in their opening game. But if Brighton and Chelsea’s history is anything to go by, this game could be an absolute barn burner. Check out our Game Week Tips section for more FPL tips. With years working in the FPL space and digital media. George now brings his knowledge and tips to the ingenuity audience through a fun and personable writing style.