Fantasy EFL Gameweek 2: Picks, tips, team news + more

Fantasy EFL Gameweek 2 - Top Picks for Sunday 7

After an action-packed Gameweek 1 that saw 60 goals scored among the League One and League Two teams, Fantasy EFL managers can now turn their attention to Fantasy EFL Gameweek 2!

The second tier of English football returns with some exciting matchups. On Thursday 7 August, Port Vale host Cardiff City at Vale Park in a League One showdown. What’s more, the Championship kicks off on Friday 8 August with a thrilling contest between Birmingham City and Ipswich Town at St. Andrew’s @ Knighthead Park at 20:00, before fellow new boys Wrexham take on relegated Southampton at St Marys on Saturday!

Everything you need to know to make the most of these fixtures and have a storming start to the brand new Fantasy EFL in Gameweek 2 is outlined below. You can also check out our pre-season guide for some background to how clubs have done in the summer with friendlies and transfers, plus we have beginners’ guides with info on rules and strategies and much more.

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