With the UEFA Champions League group stage heating up, Fantasy managers are looking for that perfect balance of form, fixture, and fortune.
Matchday 4 brings some standout options across all positions — and with Arsenal and Inter still boasting flawless defensive records, those clean sheet points look ripe for the picking.
Here’s a breakdown of the top selections for this week, from the goalkeepers all the way to the forwards.
Goalkeepers to Watch for Matchday 4
David Raya (€5.5m) – Arsenal
David Raya has been nothing short of exceptional so far, tallying 19 Fantasy
points and helping Arsenal remain the only Premier League side yet to concede in the Champions League.
The Gunners travel to Slavia Praha for Tuesday’s early kick-off, giving Fantasy managers a tactical edge — they’ll see the lineup before locking in teams.
With Arsenal closing in on a club record of consecutive clean sheets, Raya is a must-have for those chasing consistent returns.
Yann Sommer (€6.0m) – Inter Milan
Matching Raya’s 19 points, Yann Sommer has quietly been a Fantasy gem.
Inter haven’t conceded a single goal in this season’s competition, and with Kairat Almaty — who’ve managed just one goal in three games — visiting San Siro, Sommer looks primed for another big haul.
A fourth clean sheet from four looks firmly on the cards.
Best Defenders for UCL Fantasy MD4
Gabriel (€5.5m) – Arsenal
Arsenal’s defensive dominance makes Gabriel a standout pick. With seven clean sheets in all competitions this season, the Gunners’ backline has been rock-solid.
Facing Slavia Praha away, Gabriel offers not just defensive security but also an aerial threat from set-pieces.
Jurriën Timber (€5.0m) – Arsenal
If he starts, Jurriën Timber could be the steal of the round. His price tag and involvement in a defense chasing a record number of shutouts make him an enticing option.
Managers will also appreciate being able to confirm his inclusion before the early Tuesday deadline.
Denzel Dumfries (€6.1m) – Inter Milan
The top-scoring defender in UCL Fantasy with 37 points, Denzel Dumfries has been unplayable. Two goals, three clean sheets, and a fixture against low-scoring Kairat Almaty?
It’s hard to look past the Dutchman. Expect attacking involvement and defensive points in equal measure.
Micky van de Ven (€5.0m) – Tottenham Hotspur
Fresh off a brace against Everton, Micky van de Ven’s form is electric. Tottenham host Copenhagen, who’ve collected just one point in the group stage, and the Dutchman’s knack for timing his runs perfectly makes him a double-threat for both defensive and attacking returns.
Robin Le Normand (€4.6m) – Atlético de Madrid
Robin Le Normand rounds out the defensive picks. Atlético have quietly rebuilt defensive confidence, notching three clean sheets in their last four across competitions.
Hosting Union Saint-Gilloise — who’ve been thrashed 4-0 in back-to-back games — Le Normand looks a clever value choice for managers on a budget.
Midfield Must-Haves for Matchday 4
Anthony Gordon (€7.1m) – Newcastle United
Anthony Gordon has been Newcastle’s spark in Europe, scoring in three straight Champions League games.
With Athletic Club visiting St. James’ Park, Gordon has the form, fixture, and confidence to extend that record.
He’s a lock-in for those seeking attacking returns.
Igor Paixão (€6.2m) – Marseille
Despite being the top-scoring midfielder with 29 points, Igor Paixão is owned by just 5% of managers. Marseille face an out-of-form Atalanta side winless in six, which makes Paixão a perfect differential pick.
His creative and goalscoring output could swing mini-leagues this week.
Fermín López (€6.4m) – Barcelona
A Matchday 3 hat-trick turned heads, and Fermín López looks ready to shine again. Barcelona’s trip to Club Brugge — who’ve leaked six goals in two games — offers another opportunity for the young Spaniard to pile on the points.
Ismael Saibari (€6.6m) – PSV Eindhoven
Ismael Saibari is in sensational form with six goals in his last three games in all competitions. Olympiacos’ defense will be under siege after conceding six last time out. At this point, leaving Saibari out feels risky.
Enzo Fernández (€6.5m) – Chelsea
Enzo Fernández completes the midfield lineup after delivering eight points in his last Champions League outing. With Chelsea traveling to Qarabağ, the Argentinian midfielder could once again be at the heart of the action, both creatively and statistically.
Forwards
Erling Haaland (€10.6m) – Manchester City
Two goals at the weekend took Erling Haaland’s tally to 17 in 13 appearances — business as usual. Facing former club Borussia Dortmund adds spice to the occasion, and it’s hard to see the Norwegian not finding the net.
Expect goals, shots, and bonus points aplenty.
Julián Álvarez (€9.0m) – Real Madrid
Another Manchester City connection — Julián Álvarez continues to impress at Real Madrid with a goal and two assists in Europe already.
Union Saint-Gilloise are likely to sit deep, but Álvarez’s movement and link play make him a strong pick for consistent attacking returns.
Lautaro Martínez (€9.5m) – Inter Milan
Lautaro Martínez is in lethal touch, scoring in eight of his last ten Champions League appearances. With three goals already this season and Kairat Almaty up next, the Inter captain could easily add to his tally. He’s a must for anyone targeting Wednesday’s fixtures.
Who’s made your UCL Fantasy team this week? Drop your picks and captain choices in the comments below — and let’s see who’s climbing the ranks after Matchday 4.
