π Elite Strikers Dominating the Competition
Using the latest 2025/2026 Champions League squad lists and prices, we picked high-value starters across the continent's top clubs. Below are the top players to watch for fantasy managers and fans β selected by position to reflect the strongest, most expensive options in the tournament squads.
β Goalkeeper
Mohamed El Shenawy β Al Ahly β $6.0M
The veteran shot-stopper and long-time Al Ahly number one. Reliable for clean sheets and a safe fantasy pick in cup competitions where Al Ahly expect to progress deep.
π‘οΈ Defenders
Mohamed Hany β Al Ahly β $6.0M
An attacking full-back option for Al Ahly who gets forward and has assist/attacking potential on top of clean-sheet prospects.
Yassine Meriah β ES Tunis β $6.0M
A physical central defender for ES Tunis (Esperance). Offers aerial threat from set pieces and is a regular starter when fit β great for steady fantasy points.
π― Midfield Creators & Engines
Miguel Reisinho β Mamelodi Sundowns β $8.5M
One of Sundowns' top-valued midfielders. Creative and often involved in goals; useful for managers who need midfield returns as well as playmaking influence.
Zizo β Al Ahly β $10.5M
A premium creative option for Al Ahly with a proven record in domestic and continental football. High ceiling if Al Ahly dominate possession and create chances.
Waleed El Karti β Pyramids FC β $7.0M
Pyramids' midfield creator. Offers goals and assists potential and is priced attractively relative to his playmaking influence in the squad.
β½ Forwards (Strikers & Goal-scorers)
Youcef BelaΓ―li β ES Tunis β $12.0M
The most expensive forward on the list. BelaΓ―li is a proven match-winner for ES Tunis and provides huge attacking upside in the Champions League.
Oussama Lamlioui β Renaissance Berkane β $9.5M
Berkane's leading forward option with strong finishing metrics in domestic and continental games. A top target from Berkane for managers looking for striker points.
Fiston Mayele β Pyramids FC β $10.5M
One of Pyramids' marquee forwards. Mayele's price reflects his goal threat β a high-upside fantasy pick should Pyramids go deep in the tournament.
π‘ Quick Fantasy Tips
- Choose forwards from teams with easier group draws to maximise early goals.
- Midfielders priced above $8M like Zizo and Reisinho are premium but can pay off if their clubs control matches.
- Defenders from top teams are safer for clean sheets β prefer full-backs who also assist.
- Keep an eye on injury news and starting lineups right before kickoff β continental rotations can be significant.
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