Fantasy Football de la Champions League: elecciones populares y jugadores diferenciales

As the Round of 16 in the UEFA Champions League draws to a close, fantasy managers are making crucial decisions for the final legs. UEFA.com has analyzed the most popular picks in the UCL Fantasy game, presented by PlayStation, and identified some intriguing alternative options. Navigating the final stages of the competition requires a keen eye for form and potential, and we’re here to help you maximize your points haul.

Goalkeepers

Popular Choice

Thibaut Courtois (6.1 million euros) vs. Manchester City (away)
The Real Madrid goalkeeper justified his status as one of the most selected goalkeepers in Fantasy during Matchday 11, keeping a clean sheet, making four saves, and providing the crucial assist for his team’s first goal. This was Courtois’ second assist in this Champions League season – a rare feat for a goalkeeper – and earned him ten points, the highest score of any player in his position. His consistent performance and potential for both saves and assists produce him a reliable pick.

Chosen by 25% of managers

Differential Player

Uğurcan Çakır (5 million euros) vs. Liverpool (away)
Çakır kept Liverpool scoreless for the second time this season, contributing to Galatasaray’s 1-0 victory over the Premier League champions in the first leg. No goalkeeper recorded more saves than Çakır’s seven during Matchday 11, and he’s likely to face another busy night in the return leg as Liverpool push for a comeback. Only Courtois has a higher overall Fantasy score than Çakır, and with significantly lower ownership, the Galatasaray goalkeeper is a key differential option.

Chosen by 1% of managers

Defenders

Popular Choice

Gabriel (5.7 million euros) vs. Bayer Leverkusen (home)
Though Arsenal conceded their first goal in Europe this season with Gabriel on the pitch during Matchday 11, the Brazilian still earned five Fantasy points by recovering ten balls in the 1-1 draw against Bayer Leverkusen. With the tie finely balanced, a clean sheet in Matchday 12 would supply Arsenal a strong chance of progressing, and Gabriel will aim to add to his 41 points earned in five starting matches.

Chosen by 31% of managers

Differential Player

Pedro Porro (5 million euros) vs. Atlético de Madrid (home)
Pedro Porro was involved in both Tottenham goals in the first leg defeat against Atlético Madrid, allowing him to earn nine Fantasy points despite his team conceding five goals. The Spaniard has earned at least nine points in each of his last three Champions League matches, thanks to 22 ball recoveries and being named Player of the Match. This makes him a consideration for those seeking a less-selected defender capable of contributing offensively.

Chosen by 7% of managers

Midfielders

Popular Choice

Vitinha (7.3 million euros) vs. Chelsea (away)
Vitinha, the most selected midfielder in Fantasy, scored for the sixth time in Matchday 11, completed six ball recoveries, and earned nine points in Paris Saint-Germain’s 5-2 victory over Chelsea. Five of Vitinha’s six Champions League goals this season have come against Premier League teams, ahead of his visit to Stamford Bridge in Matchday 12.

Chosen by 40% of managers

Differential Player

Sondre Brunstad Fet (4.7 million euros) vs. Sporting CP (away)
Brunstad Fet is one of the best value midfielders currently available in Fantasy. He scored from the penalty spot in Matchday 11, as Bodø/Glimt took the lead in their tie against Sporting CP. The 29-year-traditional was named Player of the Match and finished with 13 points; his two goals in the knockout phase make him a worthwhile differential pick.

Chosen by 1% of managers

Forwards

Popular Choice

Kylian Mbappé (11.1 million euros) vs. Man City (away)
After missing Matchday 11 through injury, many are still trusting Mbappé to return for the second leg. The Frenchman has 38 goals for his club in all competitions this season, including 13 in the Champions League, and if he plays at Manchester City, he could have opportunities on the counter-attack, with Real Madrid holding a 3-0 lead from the first leg.

Chosen by 55% of managers

Differential Player

Antoine Griezmann (8.5 million euros) vs. Tottenham (away)
While attention in Fantasy often focuses on Julián Alvarez when discussing Atlético’s forwards, Griezmann, a less-selected option, also offers significant value. The Frenchman shone in Matchday 11 with two assists, a goal, and 13 points against Tottenham, who have conceded at least two goals in their last seven matches across all competitions.

Chosen by 2% of managers

The Champions League continues to deliver drama and excitement, and careful selection in UCL Fantasy can be richly rewarded. Understanding the form of key players, identifying potential differentials, and reacting to the latest news will be crucial as we head towards the quarter-finals. The second legs promise to be captivating encounters, and your fantasy team could be the key to unlocking even more enjoyment from Europe’s premier club competition.

The return legs are scheduled for March 18th and 19th, 2026. Retain an eye on official UEFA channels for the latest updates and team news.

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