Saudi Fantasy returns after the international break, with the next round getting underway on Friday.
With the deadline fast approaching, we’ve asked several of our Fantasy experts to reveal their latest teams and explain the thinking behind their selections.
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@DrWaleedKhokhar
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- Round 7 brought another above-average score of 91 points, although my Park the Bus chip didn’t quite deliver the haul I had hoped for.
- With the international break now over, I’m happy to stick with my current squad and save the free transfer for another week.
- Marcin Bułka starts in goal, with Nawaf Boushal, Mohammed Abu Al-Shamat, Malang Sarr and Kalidou Koulibaly forming my back four.
- In midfield, João Félix, Crysencio Summerville, Rúben Neves, Iker Kortajarena and Julián Quiñones all retain their places. That leaves Ivan Toney leading the line on his own.
- Toney currently has the captain’s armband ahead of Al Ahli’s trip to Al Fateh, with Quiñones taking the vice-captaincy for his away fixture against Al Kholood.
- However, neither decision is final just yet. I’ll assess both options again closer to the deadline before settling on my Round 8 captain.
@FPL_Chubbs
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- After a lengthy international break, I’m happy with how my team looks heading into Round 8.
- Roger Ibañez is my only injury concern, although I’m confident he’ll start unless we hear otherwise before the deadline.
- I’m also feeling positive about Ivan Toney this week, so he gets the captain’s armband.
- There isn’t much else to consider this round. I’m happy with the squad, and barring any late injury news, I’ll roll my free transfer.
@FPL_Abdullah
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- The international break is finally over, and we’re ready to go again!
- The last round didn’t quite go to plan, but that’s Fantasy football. I’m putting that disappointment behind me and focusing on the upcoming fixtures.
- For now, I plan to roll my free transfer and stick with the current squad. I don’t see much reason to make changes just for the sake of it, particularly with plenty of time still remaining before the deadline.
- Captaincy remains my biggest decision. Ivan Toney currently leads the race for the armband, although I’ll assess the other options before making a final call.
- I’ll also keep an eye on team news and any developments that could affect my plans.
- Hopefully, the new round brings a change in fortunes and some much-needed green arrows. Good luck, everyone!
@hassanelolemy
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- I’ve decided to play my Wildcard ahead of the upcoming round, making several changes to strengthen my squad.
- Ivan Toney was one of my main priorities. His penalty-taking duties make him an important option, while his high ownership makes him difficult to ignore.
- Up front, I’ve also brought in Ollie Watkins, who I expect to lead the line regularly for Al Hilal. I’m confident he can deliver goals, while Rúben Neves offers another option from the same side.
- In midfield, Ângelo joins the squad. I consider him one of Al Nassr’s best attacking options behind João Félix, and I’m backing him to deliver attacking returns.
- I’m also pleased with the defence. Malang Sarr offers plenty through his defensive contributions and ball recoveries, while Saeed Baattiah provides another option at Al Ahli.
- Overall, I’m happy with the changes and hopeful that the Wildcard can deliver a strong round.
@Dr_Abdullah_MRM
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- I’m considering several transfers ahead of the upcoming round, although I haven’t made any final decisions yet.
- My first priority is replacing Darwin Núñez, with Moussa Dembélé currently among my preferred options. I’m also considering Édouard Mendy, Joshua King and Abderrazak Hamdallah, depending on how I decide to use the transfer.
- The second move would involve selling Flávio, with Eduard Spertsyan at the top of my shortlist. Other options include Álvaro Medrán, Bersant Celina, Valentino Lazaro, Mohammed Al Mahdioui and Mohammed Al Kuwaykibi. I’m also considering Okou and Mensah.
- I’ll monitor João Félix closely before the deadline. If he looks unlikely to start, I could sell him and bring in Julián Quiñones instead.
- There could also be changes in defence. If I need to replace Mahzari or Balobaid, Paulo Oliveira and Iñigo Martínez are my preferred replacements.
- Captaincy remains another decision, with Cristiano Ronaldo, Ivan Toney and Fashion Sakala all under consideration.
- For now, I’ll wait for the latest team news before finalising my transfers and captaincy.
