The Champions League returns with a high-stakes set of quarter-final ties, and as always, team news could prove decisive for Fantasy managers.
At this stage, even a single absence can shift the balance of a tie—or open up value elsewhere.
With several notable names ruled out and a handful of fitness concerns lingering, staying on top of availability is more important than ever ahead of the MD13 deadline.
Below is a clear breakdown of the biggest injury concerns and doubts from each fixture.
Real Madrid vs Bayern München
Real Madrid
are dealing with a few notable absences heading into this one. Ceballos (calf), Courtois (hamstring), Mendy (hamstring), and Rodrygo (knee) are all ruled out, which weakens their depth—particularly in defense and attack.
Courtois’ absence continues to keep Lunin between the sticks, while Rodrygo missing out removes one of their key attacking options.
There are no fresh injury doubts for Madrid, but it’s worth noting that several key players—including Mbappé, Vinícius Júnior, and Tchouaméni—are one booking away from suspension.
Bayern München, by contrast, come into the game relatively unscathed. Ulreich (myofascial tear) is their only confirmed absentee, and there are no doubts reported. From a Fantasy perspective, that level of squad stability could be important in such a tight matchup.
Sporting CP vs Arsenal
Sporting CP have a few issues to contend with. Hjulmand is suspended, while Nuno Santos (muscular), Ioannidis (knee), and Luis Guilherme (foot) are all unavailable. These absences could impact both their midfield structure and attacking depth.
There are no injury doubts reported for Sporting, which at least provides some clarity for Fantasy managers looking at their assets.
Arsenal’s situation is a bit more concerning. Eze (calf), Hincapié (hamstring), Merino (foot), Saka (match fitness), and Timber (ankle) are all ruled out.
The absence of Saka in particular stands out, even if it’s down to fitness rather than a fresh injury, while Timber and Hincapié missing reduces their defensive options.
Like their opponents, Arsenal have no listed doubts, but their injury list is long enough to influence both lineup decisions and overall team balance.
Paris vs Liverpool
Paris will be without Barcola (ankle), which is a blow to their attacking rotation. More importantly, there are a couple of players who remain fitness concerns—Mayulu (calf) and Fabián Ruiz (knee) are both doubtful heading into the clash.
Any late decisions on their availability could affect midfield minutes and overall balance.
Liverpool also have their share of concerns. Alisson Becker (hamstring), Bradley (knee), and Endo (foot) are all ruled out, which could have implications at both ends of the pitch. Alisson’s absence, in particular, continues to reshape their defensive setup.
Isak (leg) is listed as doubtful, making him one to monitor closely before the deadline. If he’s not passed fit, it could impact Liverpool’s attacking structure and Fantasy appeal.
Barcelona vs Atleti
Barcelona are missing several key players. Bernal (ankle), Christensen (knee), De Jong (match fitness), and Raphinha (hamstring) are all out, which significantly affects both their midfield and attacking options.
De Jong’s absence due to fitness is especially notable, given his importance in controlling games at this level.
There are no reported doubts for Barcelona, which at least offers some certainty despite the length of the injury list.
Atleti, meanwhile, have a mix of confirmed absences and fitness concerns. Barrios (thigh), Cardoso (adductor), and Mendoza (ankle) are all ruled out.
On top of that, Oblak and Pubill are both doubtful due to match fitness, and their availability could be crucial—especially in goal, where Oblak’s presence or absence would significantly impact defensive expectations.
