Serie A fantasy strategies shift focus from strikers to midfielders

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Last updated Aug 15, 2026

Serie A fantasy strategies shift focus from strikers to midfielders
Summary

The evolving of Serie A fantasy football is pushing managers to reconsider their auction strategies for the 2026 season. Last season's low goal output from strikers, where the top scorer netted just 17 goals, indicates a trend that could influence team selections. Key players like Lautaro, Malen, and Kolo Muani are still seen as valuable, but top-tier picks now cost around 40-45% of team budgets. As a result, investing in midfielders, who demonstrated higher scoring potential, is becoming increasingly attractive. Managers are advised to prioritize midfield talent while seeking value in the second-tier striker market.

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  • Top scorer last season had only 17 goals.
  • Investing in midfielders may provide better scoring value.
  • Lautaro, Malen, and Kolo Muani considered key picks.
  • Strikers with limited goals create challenges for fantasy managers.
  • Two top-tier midfielders recommended to enhance team performance.
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Last season’s Serie A taught us one thing: strikers in Italy don’t score much. Or at least, the stars aligned and gave us a season in which the top scorer netted 17 goals.We can’t know whether t...

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