Calvert-Lewin vs Mateta
Head-to-head FPL comparison for 2025/26. Stats, fixtures, and transfer trends.
Calvert-Lewin has the edge right now
For FPL 2025/26, FPLai gives Calvert-Lewin the quick edge over Mateta on current form: 6.7 vs 2.0. Compare price, total points, ownership, fixtures, and transfer momentum below before making a final transfer decision for your own squad.
Calvert-Lewin vs Mateta at a glance
- AI quick pick — Calvert-Lewin (LEE) based on current form
- Price — Calvert-Lewin: £5.8m; Mateta: £7.6m
- Form — Calvert-Lewin: 6.7; Mateta: 2.0
- Total points — Calvert-Lewin: 140; Mateta: 108
- Ownership — Calvert-Lewin: 13.7%; Mateta: 8.2%
- Fixture difficulty — Calvert-Lewin: 3.0 avg FDR; Mateta: 4.0 avg FDR
Quick answers
Calvert-Lewin or Mateta for FPL?
FPLai's quick pick is Calvert-Lewin on current form, but the full comparison below weighs price, fixtures, ownership, and points as well.
Should I transfer Mateta to Calvert-Lewin?
Only if the form and fixture edge fits your budget and transfer plan. Check the verdict section before spending a free transfer or taking a hit.
Calvert-Lewin currently has the edge on form (6.7 vs 2), while Calvert-Lewin leads on total points (140 vs 108). At £5.8m vs £7.6m, Calvert-Lewin is the budget-friendly choice.
Stats Comparison
| Calvert-Lewin | Stat | Mateta |
|---|---|---|
| £5.8m | Price | £7.6m |
| 140 | Total Points | 108 |
| 6.7 | Form | 2.0 |
| 4.1 | Pts/Game | 3.5 |
| 13.7% | Ownership | 8.2% |
| 14 | Goals | 11 |
| 2 | Assists | 0 |
| 15.09 | xG | 14.04 |
| 1.05 | xA | 1.32 |
| 189.0 | ICT Index | 145.9 |
| 20 | Bonus | 12 |
| 2653 | Minutes | 2197 |
| 69,444 | Net Transfers | -71,208 |
Fixture Difficulty (Next 6 GWs)
Verdict
Calvert-Lewin is the clear pick. Calvert-Lewin dominates this matchup across nearly every metric — form, fixtures, and output all favour the switch if you currently own Mateta.
- Form: Calvert-Lewin is the in-form pick at 6.7 vs 2. Solid recent returns.
- Fixtures: Calvert-Lewin has the easier upcoming run (avg FDR 3.0 vs 4.0). A noticeable advantage that could translate to returns.
- Value: Calvert-Lewin returns 24.1 points per £1m vs Mateta's 14.2. Calvert-Lewin is the better value pick, and the £1.8m price gap frees budget for upgrades elsewhere.
- Goal threat: Calvert-Lewin has more goal involvements (16 vs 11 G+A). Expected stats also back Calvert-Lewin on xG.
- Transfer trend: Calvert-Lewin has stronger transfer momentum (+69,444 net vs -71,208). Heavy demand — a price rise is likely.
- Ownership: Both are lower-owned (13.7% vs 8.2%) — either pick offers differential upside.
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