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Champions League Matchday 2 features star players and key matchups

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 13, 2026, 8:03 AM

Last updated Oct 13, 2026

Champions League Matchday 2 features star players and key matchups

Summary

The UEFA Champions League enters Matchday 2 with 18 fixtures on October 13 and 14. Players like Harry Kane, Lamine Yamal, and Michael Olise are highlighted as top picks due to their recent performances and favorable matchups. Arsenal’s David Raya and Gabriel Magalhaes, as well as Liverpool’s Virgil van Dijk, are also noted for their potential contributions in their respective games. Managers face choices in balancing form and opportunity as squads finalize for critical points. Matchday 2 is crucial for players looking to secure a strong position in mini-leagues.

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By the Numbers

•18 fixtures scheduled for October 13 and 14.
•Harry Kane and Michael Olise among top Fantasy picks.
•David Raya is a strong goalkeeper option against Lille.
•Virgil van Dijk faces LASK, seeking clean-sheet points.
•Managers advised to balance star players with undervalued picks.

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8:03 AMYahoo Sports — Champions League Matchday 2 Player Picks

What they're saying

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The UEFA Champions League returns for Matchday 2, giving Fantasy managers another chance to pick up valuable points. With 18 fixtures spread across Tuesday and Wednesday, there are plenty of options to consider when building a squad for the second round of matches. Harry Kane, Lamine Yamal and Michael Olise are among the names worth […]
— Yahoo Sports

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