Tipster Gilbert previews the upcoming double gameweek 27 in MLS Fantasy and shares his thoughts on why Montreal and SKC are being overlooked this week.
I want to apologize. Why am I writing this now? Hopefully, I want to be consistent with my articles. And in this article, I want to discuss an interesting review about MLS Fantasy for this gameweek plus the upcoming double gameweek. The current top picks for this DGW are Puig, Gil, and Arango.
LAFC Enters Playoffs
Will you come back to this game later? Not necessarily. They proved themselves against Dallas FC and came close to winning with 10 men but were unlucky to win the game. From this team, we can monitor several players, such as Cristian Arango ($12.1M). With 16 goals and four assists, he can fill in for Vela’s absence, no problem. Although still assisted by one of the greatest prophets in Mexico, Carlos Vela ($9.2M), their attacks had little effect. And today, LAFC remains one of the most prolific attacks for this gameweek with the most goals scored in the league after Philadelphia Union and Austin FC.
What are the Chances of SKC and Montreal keeping Cleansheets?
Considering there will be many double gameweek matches, Montreal and SKC are pretty unique. No one would’ve guessed that Romell Quioto ($10.9M) would be such a prolific player. Besides that, the return of Victor Wanyama ($7.8M) is very influential with the rhythm of his game which is quite unique. Similar to SKC, William Agada ($9.3M) will face two teams which tend to concede a lot and with Salloi’s return, will this be the match his owners in MLS Fantasy waited for?
Yes, this is the review I share for this double gameweek. Of course, you might wonder if this match has an impact at this point, or not. Depending on the match later.
Getting into the playoffs is a challenge for Atlanta United but not impossible, and with the return of Lennon as well as Almada, tipster Gilbert believes that they can put up a strong fight in their final push for a playoff spot starting with DC United in his MLS Fantasy gameweek 24 preview.
In this article, we will give you a minimal preview of the best players that will help you get points. Our MLS Fantasy player picks for gameweek 24 are as follows:
Brooks Lennon (ATL)
Lennon is back. He played his first 90 minutes since Gameweek 14 against Columbus, assisting one goal and finishing on eight points in MLS Fantasy. This week he is up against a DC United side who have lost five straight games and conceded six times against Philadelphia last week.
Emanuel Reynoso (MNU)
In his last eight appearances, Reynoso has only scored less than seven points once. During that time, he has scored seven goals and assisted another five.
William Agada (SKC)
Despite only playing above 70+ minutes in four games, Agada has scored five goals and provided one assist. He faces an Earthquakes side that has conceded seven times in their last two away games.
Thiago Almada (ATL)
Another ATL player back, Almada should have no problem carving out DC United this weekend. We know he is full of talent and set-pieces only add to his potential for points. I’m surprised he is only owned by 5% of MLS Fantasy managers.
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We are finally approaching matchday seven in MLS Fantasy, and with many players called up for national duties this week, it will be very interesting and tricky to pick players who can boost you up in rankings. So here we are to help you with our differential picks for this week.
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Diego Rubio Vs FC Dallas (H) ($9.1 M)
With just a single win in this season vs a weak rotated Portland Timbers team, FC Dallas have been underwhelming. When it comes to away games, they have lost both the games and now they face Colorado at their home which is a very challenging venue for any team considering the altitude. Now with Hedges potentially out, this might be a week to look out for some Colorado attackers. Diego Rubio with great performance in the last game might be worth a look, he has 13 Key passes so far in this season which is very high for a forward and has potential for extra bonus points.
Adrien Alfredo Perez Vs Inter Miami CF (A) ($4.2 M)
Both teams rank top five in most goals conceded with Miami being slightly better so far. Registering 17 shots vs solid Philadelphia Union in their last game DC United have been unlucky with the number of chances they got to capitalize. Adrien Perez alone had eight shots in the last game and might be a super cheap differential facing a weak Miami defence who have their centre-back Leandro Martín González Pírez suspended for picking up too many yellow cards.
Dániel Sallói Vs Houston Dynamo (H) ($6.6 M)
Sporting Kansas City are back to their best! So far, they are the best shooting team with 105 shots tied with Minnesota United who only have five goals so far this season compared to SKC’s 12. Dániel Sallói has two goals in his last two appearances playing alongside Alan Pulido who has been sensational in the same number of games. Priced around just $ 6.6m makes Sallói a solid pickup for the bench from a good attacking team.
Midfielders
Cristian Espinoza Vs LA Galaxy (A) ($7.9 M)
Playing one of the worst defences in the league is enough to consider Cristian Espinoza as an option for this week. Derrick Williams is suspended for LA Galaxy this week which is a setback for them in a derby.
Michael Barrios Vs FC Dallas (H) ($7.5 M)
Michael Barrios has registered the highest number of shots for Rapids this season. He’s listed as a midfielder in the game but plays OOP as a second striker beside Rubio which is a good sign for any fantasy pick.
Arnór Ingvi Traustason Vs FC Cincinnati (A) ($6.5 M)
Facing the worst defence in the league and the best player in the league this season to feed him makes Traustason a great differential pick for this week.
Defender
Miles Robinson Vs Nashville SC (H) ($6.9 M)
Atlanta United have looked very good defensively over the past few weeks as they restricted the league’s best-attacking team to only two shots on target which is enough to consider them against Nashville who continue to struggle to score goals.
Brendan Hines-Ike Vs Inter Miami CF (A) ($5.6 M)
Conceding only six and seven shots to Orlando City SC and Philadelphia Union DC have improved their defence. Pines getting minutes in the last game is also a boost for them to keep a clean sheet however, Hines-Ike could get few shots vs Miami who have problems in defending set-pieces conceding 10 chances in their last outing at Soldier Field.
Goalkeeper
Tim Melia Vs Houston Dynamo (H) ($6.5 M)
Sporting Kansas City only conceded five shots to Houston Dynamo in the reverse fixture with only one of them being on target and now they have home advantage which would boost their chances at a clean sheet with a potentially fit defence. He also forms a great keeperoo option with Cleveland as he plays on Saturday.
Differential XI GW 7
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After a stressful double gameweek that had us all worried about our stars after the first part of it, which we have not been able to cover properly due to holidays and other obligations, Fantasy Tipsters is back with our matchday 6 rankings for MLS fantasy.
As we’re closing in on NT breaks and preparations for continental championships or just friendlies, there are many options. We’re here to help you make the right ones 🙂
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Rank
Name
Team
Opponent
Value
Comments
1
Carlos Vela
LAFC
vs COL
9.5M
He should finally be back to the starting XI so a #1 spot is just there to remind you how impactful a possible haul by him could be on your rank.
2
Raúl Ruidíaz
SEA
vs ATL
11M
Rui is finding goal involvements one way or the other and this round shouldn't be an exception.
3
Alan Pulido
SKC
@SJ
8.8M
Pulido looks to have finally found his goal-scoring form so he's a decent shout away to the Quakes.
4
Bjorn Johnsen
MTL
vs CIN
5.2M
Great opportunity should he start.
5
Gonzalo Higuain
MIA
@CHI
10.6M
Higuain got right back on track in the last game and Chicago look like a good next target for him.
6
Chicharito
LA
@POR
10.4M
Portland might turn out to be just the game for an elite poacher like Cheech.
7
Cade Cowell
SJ
vs SKC
5.6M
8
Jhonder Cádiz
NSH
vs ATX
7.5M
9
Diego Rossi
LAFC
vs COL
8.9M
10
Valentin Castellanos
NYC
vs CLB
9.5M
Bonus
Romell Quioto
MTL
vs CIN
7.7M
Midfielders
Rank
Name
Team
Opponent
Value
Comments
1
Carles Gil
NE
vs RBNY
11.6M
The midfielder with the highest average points so far (9.33) is the most popular captain pick for this week and for a reason.
2
Mauricio Pereyra
ORL
vs TOR
8.4M
He has mostly been a floor player so far this season but with Nani suspended we could a ceiling game from him soon as his involvement in attack increases.
3
Jamiro Monteiro
PHI
@DC
10.5M
The fact that it is an away game shouldn't affect Monteiro much given that it is one of the worst teams in the league.
4
Lewis Morgan
MIA
@CHI
9.6M
5
Randall Leal
NSH
vs ATX
7.9M
6
Eduard Atuesta
LAFC
vs COL
10.2M
7
Djordje Mihailović
MTL
vs CIN
7M
He is an option if you need an attacker against Cincinnati but only off the bench.
8
Joao Paulo
SEA
vs ATL
9.6M
9
Cristian Espinoza
SJ
vs SKC
8M
10
Fafà Picault
HOU
vs VAN
6.9M
11
Bryan Acosta
DAL
vs RSL
7.6M
12
Jesus Medina
NYC
vs CLB
8.9M
NYCFC have a big home advantage to their unique stadium and Medina has three goals in his two games at home this season.
Defenders
Rank
Name
Team
Opponent
Value
Comments
1
Walker Zimmerman
NSH
vs ATX
8.2M
2
Brad Smith
SEA
vs ATL
7M
Three goals and an assist in five starts isn't too bad for a defender.
3
Antonio Carlos
ORL
vs TOR
8.1M
4
Anton Tinnerholm
NYC
vs CLB
7.6M
A home game against a team that defends well but isn't as sharp on the attack plus a chance to play out of position? Count me in!
5
Ryan Hollingshead
DAL
vs RSL
6.1M
6
Eddie Segura
LAFC
vs COL
6.2M
LAFC might be at the bottom of the Western conference for now but they won't be there for too long.
7
Kamal Miller
MTL
vs CIN
6M
Early switcheroo option against Cincinnati who are yet to win a game.
8
Adam Lundqvist
HOU
vs VAN
5.8M
9
Rodrigo Schlegel
ORL
vs TOR
7M
10
Bressan
DAL
vs RSL
6.9M
Goalkeepers
Rank
Name
Team
Opponent
Value
Comments
1
Stefan Cleveland
SEA
vs ATL
4.4M
At 4.4M Cleveland seems like a must for any keeperoo and his clean sheet odds aren't bad either.
2
Pedro Gallese
ORL
vs TOR
7.7M
As much as Toronto are trying to find their way through injuries and suspensions and incorporate their new signings, they still don't look likely to score vs Orlando.
3
Joe Willis
NSH
vs ATX
6.7M
Austin have shown that they can find space and threaten the opponents away, but can they really score against a stiff Nashville side?
4
Phelipe Megiolaro Alves
DAL
vs HOU
5.4M
His potential rise in value and good performance on replacing Maurer is not something to be overlooked.
5
Marko Marić
HOU
vs VAN
5.8M
Houston seem likely to keep a clean sheet here and Marić could be a great differential pick should they manage to do so
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After a high scoring third matchday (at least in a fantasy sense), the Fantasy MLS saga continues after the elimination of 3/4 remaining MLS teams from CCL, and ahead of a double game week just 3 days after this one ends, prepare yourselves for an amazing week of Major League Soccer.
We’ve seen some absolutely amazing performances and hauls from cheap players like Smith, Rubio, and Cowell, all three of which are viable in this round too. But who will surprise us all this time and who will flop?
There’s much more to be seen in MD4 and FantasyTipsters brings you the best picks for the week.
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Rank
Name
Team
Opponent
Value
Comments
1
Rubio Rubin
RSL
vs SJ
7M
After a haul we forecasted in our last week's picks he'll be looking for another one as the Quakes arrive at the low air pressure away game in Sandy, UT.
2
Gonzalo Higuain
MIA
vs ATL
10.5M
Back after a family tragedy, he's motivated to play his best to honor his mother who supported him the most as he has recently stated too.
3
Raúl Ruidíaz
SEA
@POR
10.9M
Not an easy away game but Ruidiaz remains an elite target this season and boasts an incredible record of seven goals and two assists in his eight games against the Timbers.
4
Diego Rossi
LAFC
@LA
9.5M
A player that caused a lot of team values to drop last week due to his slow injury comeback and mediocre performance but he should now be fitter and more motivated to get his team a victory in the "El Tráfico".
5
Chicharito
LA
vs LAFC
9.5M
6
Robert Berič
CHI
vs PHI
9.7M
Chance to fight back at home after an embarrassing loss against NYRB's youngsters last week.
7
Cade Cowell
SJ
@RSL
5.4M
Might not be the best game for Cowell after that performance last week, but you should never count out the players that are on a hot streak.
8
Diego Rubio
COL
vs MIN
8.2M
9
Lucas Cavallini
VAN
vs MTL
9M
10
Jhonder Cádiz
NSH
vs NE
8.4M
11
Corey Baird
LAFC
@LA
7.8M
12
Alan Pulido
SKC
vs ATX
8.7M
13
Anderson Julio
RSL
vs SJ
8.1M
14
Ricardo Pepi
DAL
vs HOU
5M
A true budget buster in a decent matchup.
15
Felipe Mora
POR
vs SEA
7.5M
Midfielders
Rank
Name
Team
Opponent
Value
Comments
1
Lucas Zelarayán
CLB
vs DC
8.6M
Among the best players in the league, Zelarayán was rested in midweek CCL action and is playing one of the worst defences so far this season at home, what else can I say?
2
Nani
ORL
vs NYC
9.7M
While NYCFC might not be as easy to score against as their opponents from last week, Nani remains a top player and a must-have for many managers.
3
Randall Leal
NSH
vs NE
8M
Consistent, a guaranteed rise in value regardless of performance and always a threat.
4
Caden Clark
RBNY
vs TOR
5.7M
This young wonderkid will look to continue his run of good performances against an unconvincing Toronto side at home.
5
Carles Gil
NE
@NSH
10.6M
6
Cristian Cásseres Jr.
RBNY
vs TOR
7.6M
A more experienced option among the Red Bull midfielders is also more likely to return big with his key passes ability.
7
Luka Stojanović
CHI
vs PHI
6M
A player that's always prowling around the box at his price tag is always a fine option.
8
Eduard Atuesta
LAFC
@LA
10.7M
Among the finest midfielders of the game, he will need to be at his top state if LAFC want to win the LA derby this week.
9
Jack Price
COL
vs MIN
8.6M
Might want to check if he starts first after that knock last week.
10
Lewis Morgan
MIA
vs ATL
8.6M
11
Damir Kreilach
RSL
vs SJ
7.5M
A revelation last round playing at home might be the switcharoo you need.
12
Cristian Dajome
VAN
vs MTL
7.3M
13
Mauricio Pereyra
ORL
vs NYC
7.9M
14
Víctor Vázquez
LA
vs LAFC
6.9M
15
Diego Fagúndez
ATX
@SKC
6.1M
Defenders
Rank
Name
Team
Opponent
Value
Comments
1
Waylon Francis
CLB
vs DC
5M
The only team that hasn't conceded yet is very likely to keep another clean sheet, so targeting Columbus Crew defenders seems logical.
2
Brad Smith
SEA
@POR
6M
Last week we saw Smith closer to opposition goal than Ruidiaz on average and he seems to enjoy playing out of position so even an away game makes him a must-have with how involved he is in attack.
3
Kevin Leerdam
MIA
vs ATL
5.4M
4
Auston Trusty
COL
vs MIN
6.3M
A bonus point machine that has a good chance of getting a clean sheet is always a great pick in my book.
5
Cristián Gutiérrez
VAN
vs MTL
6M
6
Walker Zimmerman
NSH
vs NE
7.2M
Is he finally due a goal or not?
7
Andrew Gutman
RBNY
vs TOR
6.1M
8
Rodrigo Schlegel
ORL
vs NYC
6M
9
Ryan Hollingshead
DAL
vs HOU
6.4M
A player that was once considered a must-have is still looking for his true self.
10
Boris Sekulić
CHI
vs PHI
6.3M
Sekulić has proven he can assist on multiple occasions so far and a clean sheet isn't out of question either but is less likely.
Goalkeepers
Rank
Name
Team
Opponent
Value
Comments
1
John McCarthy
MIA
vs ATL
5.5M
Decent game for him and if the Higuain brothers successfully return and help Miami dominate the game then he shouldn't have a lot to worry about.
2
Eloy Room
CLB
vs DC
7M
His price tag might be pretty high but he hasn't conceded any goals so far and that is not likely to change this week.
3
David Ochoa
RSL
vs SJ
4.6M
4
Phelipe Megiolaro Alves
DAL
vs HOU
4.7M
A solid replacement for Maurer with another favorable fixture.
5
William Yarbrough
COL
vs MIN
6.8M
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After the second round full of surprises and solid showings by NYCFC and Austin FC among others, Fantasy MLS moves on to the third matchday in a week full of CCL games affecting 3/4 CCL teams playing in MD3, as Toronto will be given a bye this round.
That means having to rely on unexpected picks. A matchday full of close ties will make the difference between good and top managers going forward into the season.
We’ve seen some absolutely amazing goals, better than some recent goals of the season and we’re only two rounds in so get your popcorn ready and enjoy!
There’s much more to be seen in MD3 and FantasyTipsters brings you the best picks for the week.
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Rank
Name
Team
Opponent
Value
Comments
1
Raúl Ruidíaz
SEA
LA
10.4M
The player is always a threat to opposition defenders and the Galaxy have been far from good defensively in a while.
2
Jhonder Cádiz
NSH
vs MIA
8.4M
Miami's leaking defence is a great scoring opportunity for Cadiz who saved his team yet again last week.
3
Cade Cowell
SJ
vs DC
4.9M
Cowell is on fire after his last week's performance and a match against a DC United team plagued by injuries and his price makes him a really highly rated pick.
4
Robert Berič
CHI
@RBNY
10.2M
The silent hardworking Slovenian is always there for you and this week is no exception as he plays NYRB in the first game of the week.
5
Gustavo Bou
NE
vs ATL
9.6M
A man that failed to deliver last week will be motivated this week against an Atlanta team that is worn out from CCL play.
6
Lucas Cavallini
VAN
vs COL
9.3M
Cavallini's form is something to worry about for Colorado.
7
Diego Rossi
LAFC
@HOU
10M
An easy recommendation if he starts.
8
Anderson Julio
RSL
vs SKC
8M
Debuting with a brace and leaving the opposition powerless is enough praise for this rising star to guarantee him a spot in our rankings.
9
Chicharito
LA
@SEA
9M
Kneejerk or not, Seattle or not, you just have to put him in consideration after five goals in his first two matches.
10
Rubio Rubin
RSL
vs SKC
6.5M
Another cheapish pick who's looking to revive his career in MLS, solid last week and a favorable fixture means he's a good one to consider for this week too.
11
Cecilio Domínguez
ATX
@MIN
9.5M
Great game by playoff oriented Austin carried by this man's brace, what can we say.
12
Mason Toye
MTL
vs CLB
5.8M
Will he get to toy-e around with another opposition defence? It might be Columbus but will they try hard or focus on the CCL?
13
Valentin Castellanos
NYC
@PHI
8.7M
ON. FIRE.
14
Romell Quioto
MTL
vs CLB
8.7M
In another episode of "we target the CCL defences" here's Romell Quioto
15
Corey Baird
LAFC
@HOU
7.5M
Midfielders
Rank
Name
Team
Opponent
Value
Comments
1
Nani
ORL
vs CIN
9.2M
Cheeky skilled player against a team that just can't defend.
2
Cristian Dájome
VAN
vs COL
7.2M
One of the best differential picks there is in a great game at home.
3
Randall Leal
NSH
vs MIA
7.5M
Consistent, a guaranteed rise in value regardless of performance and always a threat.
4
João Paulo Mior
SEA
vs LA
9M
Threat from both inside the box and outside it, Mior is a player to be seriously considered for every team especially with his floor.
5
Mauricio Pereyra
ORL
vs CIN
8M
Coming back from suspension, he's expected to make an immediate impact as Orlando try to finish another day in the office with three points. Replace him with Mueller if he starts.
6
Carles Gil
NE
vs ATL
10.1M
7
Cristian Espinoza
SJ
vs DC
8.4M
Espinoza has proven his quality (except with penalties) in the last game and he'll be looking to continue where he started.
8
Jamiro Monteiro
PHI
vs NYC
9.4M
9
Emmanuel Reynoso
MIN
vs ATX
9.3M
Expecting Minnesota to finally turn things around against the newest addition to the league - FC Austin.
10
Jesús Medina
NYC
@PHI
7.8M
The young Paraguayan was orchestrating everything that happened at the Yankees stadium last round and he will under the spotlight again
11
Ezequiel Barco
ATL
@NE
8.2M
12
Luka Stojanović
CHI
@RBNY
5.5M
13
Diego Fagundez
ATX
@MIN
5.6M
14
Gianluca Busio
SKC
@RSL
7.1M
15
Dairon Asprilla
POR
@DAL
4.9M
Defenders
Rank
Name
Team
Opponent
Value
Comments
1
Cristián Gutiérrez
VAN
vs COL
5.5M
Gutierrez has been wonderful so war and the matchups keep rewarding his bonus points opportunities.
2
Alex Roldan
SEA
vs LA
6M
A proven pick with a great floor versus a leaky defence can't disappoint.
3
Rodrigo Schlegel
ORL
vs CIN
5.5M
A defender with a home game against Cincinnati is a must especially if Lucho is out.
4
Zachary Brault-Guillard
MTL
vs CLB
6M
ZBG has been nothing but great and a home match vs a CCL team that will probably rotate is not half bad for his run of form.
5
Paul Marie
SJ
vs DC
5M
Great match for SJ warrants their spot among defenders and a defender that goes forward is always the best pick.
6
Donny Tola
RSL
vs SKC
4.5M
7
Brandon Bye
NE
vs ATL
4.9M
Tired Atlanta who couldn't defend in CCL are a good target for a New England home match
8
Kai Wagner
PHI
vs NYC
6.5M
9
Ryan Hollingshead
DAL
vs POR
6.4M
10
Jukka Raitala
MIN
vs ATX
4.1M
He's cheap and better than a scrub but that's all there is going for him.
Goalkeepers
Rank
Name
Team
Opponent
Value
Comments
1
JT Marcinkowski
SJ
vs DC
5M
A good game against a toothless opponent means that a SJE clean sheet is likely.
2
Matt Turner
NE
vs ATL
6.4M
One of the only two teams which kept a clean sheet at home last week and ATL couldn't even score at home in the midweek game.
3
David Ochoa
RSL
vs SKC
4.6M
4
Phelipe Megiolaro Alves
DAL
vs POR
4.3M
Since Jimmy Maurer is questionable, a new budget buster is ready to take his spot and the 4.3M price tag will make him an interesting pick for the keeperoo.
5
Dayne St. Clair
MIN
vs RSL
5.9M
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