There’s barely time to catch your breath before Serie A returns to action for a thrilling midweek round. It kicks off tonight at 6:30 PM with Lecce vs. Napoli and concludes Thursday at 8:45 PM with Pisa vs. Lazio.
A matchday that could bring plenty of surprises, with two potentially high-intensity big matches: Atalanta vs. Milan on Tuesday and Inter vs. Fiorentina on Wednesday. In between, there are plenty of interesting fantasy football matches, especially for those looking to bounce back after a challenging weekend.
Here are our position-by-position tips: make your choices wisely and… good luck with your bonuses!
Formation: 3-5-2
GOALKEEPER
- Mile Svilar (Roma vs Parma) — €6.3M
A revelation goalkeeper in Serie A this season: the league’s best defense, a goals-against average of just 0.4 per game, and already five clean sheets in eight games. A total safety, especially at the Olimpico. Against Parma, who create but finish little, the risk is relatively low: deploy him without hesitation. A clean sheet bonus is possible.
DEFENDERS
- Fikayo Tomori (Atalanta vs Milan) — €6.2M
In Bergamo, it’s never a walk in the park, as we all know. But if there’s one reason to trust the Rossoneri defense, it’s Tomori: a physical, fast leader, perfect in individual duels. High-intensity head-to-head matches seem to excite him.
- Giovanni Di Lorenzo (Lecce vs Napoli) — €9.5M
Napoli’s captain, though no longer in his prime, remains a reliable presence. He’s played a lot of minutes, is reliable in both phases of play, and is consistently present in the opposition’s half. Against a Lecce side that often struggles to contain attacks down the flanks, Di Lorenzo can bring not only a good rating, but also the potential for a bonus in assists and potential runs. If you’re looking for security and potential upside as a defender, he’s a name to consider without too many worries.
- Kostantinos Tsimikas (Roma vs Parma) — €5.5M
In Gasperini’s attacking system, the wingers have license to push forward, and the Greek, with his well-trained left foot, remains a constant threat. Free kicks, cut-back crosses, and runs: all the ingredients for an excellent performance are there. Finally, Parma conceded numerous chances from dead-ball situations: an assist is far from a dream.
MIDFIELDERS
- Ruslan Malinovskyi (Genoa vs Cremonese) — €5.5M
Genoa is in deep crisis, bottom of the table and coming off yet another disappointment. They need an immediate turnaround, and who better than one of the league’s most talented feet to bring it about? Malinovskyi remains the man of set pieces, a threat from any distance. Anyone looking to bet on a +3 win will find a perfect candidate here.
- Mattia Zaccagni (Pisa vs Lazio) — €10.0M
The crucial victory against Juventus has boosted the Biancocelesti’s morale. Now they need consistency. In Pisa, in a heated atmosphere, Lazio are called upon to win, and Zaccagni is one of those players who, when the going gets tough, is ready. A potential man of the match: trust in the captain.
- Nico Páz (Como vs Hellas Verona) — €9.5M
He’s become the jewel of the league. Impressive stats: an average rating of 7.58, 4 goals and 4 assists, meaning at least one bonus per game. Everything comes through his feet at Como: quality, creativity, and an increasingly hot ball. As long as he’s so confident, not making him a starter is a fantasy football crime.
- Kenan Yıldız (Juventus vs Udinese) — €9.4M
Following Tudor’s dismissal, Juventus finds itself in a period of uncertainty and hasn’t scored in four games. The Turkish talent has scored just one goal in eight Serie A appearances so far: numbers far from the talent he represents. But it’s precisely in moments of difficulty that a breakthrough is needed. Udinese’s defense isn’t always flawless, and Yıldız remains one of the few Bianconeri players capable of creating something from nothing. He could find his feet again.
- Domenico Berardi (Cagliari vs Sassuolo) — €7.0M
Captain, symbol, and identity of Sassuolo. The start to the season hasn’t been stellar (one goal and two assists), but without his play, the team is seriously at risk. And he knows this very well. Against Cagliari, it could be a turning point. He’s always a force to be reckoned with. Furthermore, he’s the one in charge from the penalty spot.
FORWARDS
- Lautaro Martínez (Inter vs Fiorentina) — €11.1M
Inter emerged bruised from their defeat against Napoli and will want to regain control immediately. Fiorentina are often under pressure, especially when faced with vertical, high-level attacks. Furthermore, an angry Lautaro is often a devastating Lautaro. One of the most reliable names for this round.
- Santiago Castro (Bologna vs Torino) — €6.0M
Another Argentine to round out the offensive line. El Toto Castro’s characteristics are very reminiscent of El Toro Martínez; in fact, Inter had been interested in him several months ago. He stayed at Bologna, but he wants to prove his worth at a top club. He’s a moment of confidence after his superb goal in Florence. A safe bet!
