Sat Feb 22 13:00:00 UTC 2025: **Fantasy Premier League Assistant Manager Chip Activation Surges Ahead of Gameweek 26**

LONDON – Over 2.4 million Fantasy Premier League (FPL) players have activated their Assistant Manager chips ahead of Gameweek 26, with a late surge of 390,000 activations before Friday’s deadline. This represents 65% of the total chips available for the gameweek.

Mikel Arteta, Arsenal’s manager, is the most popular choice, seeing his ownership increase by over 158,000 ahead of Arsenal’s home game against West Ham. His recent three-match winning streak, yielding 30 points, makes him an attractive option.

Other popular choices include Oliver Glasner (Eintracht Frankfurt), who is favored for Crystal Palace’s match against Fulham due to potential table bonus points, and Fabian Hurzeler (Brighton), who recently scored 21 points. David Moyes (Everton), currently leading the manager standings with 49 points over the last three gameweeks, also remains a popular pick ahead of Everton’s match against Manchester United. Andoni Iraola (AFC Bournemouth) rounds out the top five, gaining over 65,000 new owners.

The high activation rate reflects the strategic importance of the Assistant Manager chip and the potential for significant point gains based on team performance and bonus points. The upcoming gameweek promises to be highly competitive, with many managers vying for a top ranking.

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