Sky Sports Fantasy Football Transfer Tips and Fixture Analysis

With the Wildcard now available in Sky Sports Fantasy Football, managers are busy overhauling their teams. A closer look at the football calendar can help determine the best players to select for success.

Sky Fantasy rewards forward planning and fixture monitoring. Player prices are fixed, allowing for maximum game potential throughout the season. Mid-Gameweek transfers are crucial for replacing injured or suspended players, and the game allows for multiple captaincies per Gameweek.

The table provided offers an overview of upcoming fixtures, highlighting unique captainable fixtures and their dates. This information helps managers make informed decisions about player selections and captain choices.

Upcoming cancellations for Gameweek 26 involve EFL Cup finalists, potentially opening up unique fixtures for Chelsea if they fail to overturn their first-leg defeat. Two fixtures still need to be scheduled: Bournemouth v Luton Town and Manchester City v Brentford.

In light of injuries to popular options and Mohamed Salah‘s absence at AFCON, funds become less of a concern. However, the uncertainty surrounding Erling Haaland‘s bone stress injury poses a dilemma for managers. The calendar shows that it might be wise to wait until Gameweeks 22 and 23 before including him, as it allows time to assess his starting prospects. In the meantime, selecting an Arsenal or Chelsea player could provide short-term cover.

Kevin De Bruyne‘s return to fitness and Manchester City’s recent performances make him an appealing option. Pep Guardiola‘s teams typically hit their stride at this point in the season, and City’s upcoming fixtures, including a unique early game against Brentford, make their players attractive selections.

Other considerations include securing coverage for unique fixtures in the first Gameweek back, such as Burnley v Luton and Brighton and Hove Albion v Wolverhampton Wanderers. James Trafford can provide Burnley coverage, while Neto could serve as a temporary replacement until Bournemouth’s Double Gameweek targeting Luton.

Goalkeepers Ederson and Alphonse Areola are also worth considering. Ederson has been consistent in keeping clean sheets, and City’s upcoming fixtures suggest more shutouts may be on the horizon. Areola has been performing well and is a budget-friendly option that can easily be rotated with other goalkeepers like Trafford and Neto.

Trent Alexander-Arnold‘s reintegration into the team is important to consider. He offers numerous avenues for success, as demonstrated in his recent performances. During his potential blank in Gameweek 26, differentials such as Antonee Robinson, Vitaliy Mykolenko, or Joachim Andersen could provide temporary cover.

Defenders Lewis Dunk and Pervis Estupiñán will also be popular alternatives, alongside budget enabler Jan Paul van Hecke. Ruben Dias, with his Tier 2 passing stats, could be an excellent long-term option as City’s defensive performances improve.

In midfield, Rodri and Pascal Gross are essential choices due to their upcoming fixtures and their ability to generate points through the game’s scoring system. Both players have shown consistency in recent games and can continue to accumulate points against weaker teams.

Youngster Cole Palmer, with an impressive points-per-million ratio, is also a strong option. Lyle Foster could be considered as an alternative if he secures a starting spot.