Fantasy Premier League managers now have earlier clarity on Double Gameweek 33 (DGW33) and Blank Gameweek 34 (BGW34).
The Premier League has confirmed that teams reaching the FA Cup semi-finals will have their Gameweek 34 fixtures postponed and moved into Gameweek 33.
These rearranged matches are expected to take place between 21–23 April, with final dates confirmed soon.
What This Means
Teams reaching the FA Cup semi-finals will:
Play twice in DGW33
Blank in BGW34
Their Gameweek 34 opponents are also affected
This could create one of the biggest DGW/BGW swings of the season
FA Cup Quarter-Final Fixtures
Man City vs Liverpool
Chelsea vs Port Vale
Southampton vs Arsenal
West Ham vs Leeds
Scenario Breakdown
If Arsenal win
DGW33: Man City (A), Newcastle (H)
BGW34: Blank
Newcastle United also double then blank
If Chelsea win
DGW33: Man Utd (H), Brighton (A)
BGW34: Blank
Brighton & Hove Albion also affected
If Manchester City win
DGW33: Arsenal (H), Burnley (A)
BGW34: Blank
Burnley double then blank
Note: City may also get another Double Gameweek due to a postponed fixture.
If Liverpool win
DGW33: Everton (A), Crystal Palace (H)
BGW34: Blank
Crystal Palace also double then blank
If West Ham United win
DGW33: Crystal Palace (A), Everton (H)
BGW34: Blank
Everton also affected
If Leeds United win
DGW33: Wolves (H), Bournemouth (A)
BGW34: Blank
AFC Bournemouth also double then blank
Key Takeaway
If favourites like Arsenal and Chelsea progress, up to four fixtures could be removed from Gameweek 34.
This would make:
DGW33 huge for captaincy and chips
BGW34 a major planning challenge
Start preparing transfers now to stay ahead.
