Soccer Fantasy Picks: Best Starts, Sits & Value Plays — 2026-06-25

Welcome back, DFS maestros! Another week, another chance to dominate on DraftKings and FanDuel. While the international break gave us some intriguing results like Mexico's clinical 3-0 dispatch of the Czech Republic and a cagey 0-0 AFCON stalemate, our focus shifts back to club action where the real fantasy gold is found. Forget the basketball scores, let's dive into the soccer picks that will boost your bankroll.

Top 3 Players to START This Week

1. Hirving Lozano (PSV Eindhoven): "Chucky" was electric in Mexico's recent 3-0 victory over the Czech Republic, showcasing his pace and directness. While that was international duty, he's returned to PSV in red-hot form, registering a goal and an assist in his last two league matches. His matchup this week is against a defensively shaky side, making him a prime candidate for goals and assists. Lock him in for high upside. 2. Erling Haaland (Manchester City): This pick might seem obvious, but you simply cannot fade Haaland, especially against a mid-table team. He's a consistent fantasy behemoth, averaging over 1.5 goals per 90 minutes across all competitions recently. His underlying stats for shots on target and expected goals remain elite. Despite a quiet international break for Norway, he's always ready to explode for City. 3. Bruno Fernandes (Manchester United): The Portuguese playmaker is the engine of United's attack and a DFS points vacuum. He takes penalties, corners, and free kicks, providing a high floor. Coming off a strong showing where he bagged an assist, he faces a team that has historically struggled to contain creative midfielders. Expect him to be heavily involved in any United scoring.

Top 2 Players to SIT/BENCH This Week

1. Gabriel Jesus (Arsenal): While undoubtedly talented, Jesus's recent form has been patchy. He's struggled for consistent minutes and has only one goal in his last five appearances across all competitions. His price tag on both platforms remains high, making him a risky play against a defensively solid opponent this week. Save your salary for more reliable options. 2. Joao Palhinha (Fulham): Palhinha is a real-life defensive powerhouse, but his

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