Matchday 16 of the UEFA Champions League Fantasy arrives with everything on the line. After one high-scoring semi-final first leg, managers are now faced with a tricky balance—chasing explosive attacking returns while still identifying the few defensive opportunities that remain.
With Arsenal’s home solidity contrasting sharply with the chaos expected in Munich, this week’s selections lean into both structure and upside in a well-balanced 4-3-3 setup.
Goalkeeper
David Raya (€5.6m) Raya edges the goalkeeper spot
primarily due to Arsenal’s defensive reliability at home. While all four teams conceded in the first legs, Arsenal’s numbers suggest they are still the most likely side to deliver a clean sheet this week.
They have conceded just six goals in 13 Champions League matches and have kept four clean sheets in six home games. Raya himself has been central to that, recording eight clean sheets overall, including four in five home appearances—making him the standout safe pick between the posts.
Defenders
Gabriel (€5.8m)
Arsenal’s defensive record is simply too strong to ignore. Gabriel remains a key figure in that backline, benefiting from both clean sheet potential and his threat from set pieces. With just six goals conceded all campaign, Arsenal defenders continue to offer one of the most reliable Fantasy routes.
Ben White (€4.7m)
Doubling up on Arsenal’s defense looks justified given their home form. White adds further appeal with his attacking involvement down the flank, offering a blend of defensive stability and potential attacking returns.
Robin Le Normand (€4.4m)
Despite Atletico conceding in the first leg, Le Normand has quietly delivered strong Fantasy output on the road. He has picked up 11 Fantasy points across his last two away matches, underlining his ability to collect points through defensive actions even in tougher fixtures.
Willian Pacho (€5.1m)
Clean sheets may be unlikely in Munich, which shifts the focus toward alternative defensive metrics. Pacho stands out here—he has amassed a remarkable 95 ball recoveries, 16 more than any other remaining player.
Although he blanked in the first leg, he had already produced 30 points in his previous four appearances, showing just how valuable he can be without relying on shut-outs.
Midfielders
Khvicha Kvaratskhelia (€8.4m)
Kvaratskhelia was the standout midfielder in the first leg, scoring twice and delivering 12 Fantasy points. In a fixture that produced nine goals, his direct involvement in attacking phases makes him one of the most dangerous assets heading into the return leg.
Michael Olise (€8.3m)
Olise continues to shine in the knockout rounds, with 41 Fantasy points in just four appearances. He also boasts eight assists—joint-most in the competition—highlighting both his creativity and consistency. Even in a high-pressure second leg, his output suggests he remains a reliable source of returns.
Bukayo Saka (€9.5m)
Saka may have disappointed in the first leg, managing just a single point, but recent domestic form suggests a turnaround is coming. A goal and assist over the weekend indicate he’s regaining rhythm at the perfect time, and Arsenal will once again rely on him to break down Atletico’s defense.
Forwards
Harry Kane (€10.9m)
Kane remains the focal point of Bayern’s attack, particularly at home. He has scored eight goals in home Champions League matches this season and was already in strong form before the weekend, scoring in eight consecutive games across all competitions.
His goal and assist in the first leg earned nine points, bringing his knockout-stage tally to 39 in just four matches—elite numbers for a premium forward.
Ousmane Dembélé (€9.6m)
Dembélé is in red-hot form, having scored back-to-back doubles in the Champions League. His 16-point haul in the first leg means he has now delivered 30 Fantasy points in his last two matches. In a game expected to produce goals again, he offers explosive potential.
Luis Díaz (€7.9m)
Díaz completes the front three after another strong showing in the first leg. His goal in Paris earned him nine Fantasy points, taking his total to 36 in five knockout matches. While other forwards may carry bigger reputations, Díaz’s consistency and recent output make him a smart inclusion at this stage.
