Soccer Fantasy Picks: Best Starts, Sits & Value Plays — 2026-06-27

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1. Kevin De Bruyne (Manchester City): Fresh off Belgium's dominant 5-1 performance (even if he wasn't directly involved in all goals, it speaks to the offensive flow of top teams), De Bruyne is a must-start. He's a consistent assist machine with penalty duties, averaging over 18 DraftKings points in his last three starts. His floor is incredibly high, and against a mid-table opponent this week, he’s primed for another double-digit performance. 2. João Félix (Barcelona): Félix has found his rhythm at Barcelona, showcasing his talent with a goal and an assist in his last two outings. His shot volume has increased significantly, and he's heavily involved in Barcelona's attacking build-up. With a favorable home fixture, expect Félix to be central to their goal-scoring efforts, offering both goal and assist potential on both platforms. 3. Trent Alexander-Arnold (Liverpool): The king of fantasy full-backs is back. TAA's delivery from open play and set-pieces is unmatched, consistently racking up crosses and key passes. He secured 15+ fantasy points in his last appearance, thanks to an assist and a clean sheet. Facing an opponent that often concedes wide, Alexander-Arnold is positioned for another massive haul, combining defensive bonuses with attacking upside.

1. Timo Werner (RB Leipzig): Werner's form has been erratic at best. While he possesses pace, his finishing has been unreliable, and he's frequently substituted before the 60-minute mark, capping his fantasy upside. With Leipzig facing a stingy defense this week, the risk of a low-scoring outing and limited minutes makes him a costly disappointment.

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