Recommended Midfielders for the Second Round of the 2025-26 Fantasy Football League
After the initial taste of action last weekend, Serie A returns with its second matchday, kicking off on Friday at 6:30 PM with Cremonese-Sassuolo, followed by Lecce-Milan at 8:45 PM. The round, which precedes the international break, concludes on Sunday, August 31st, with four highly anticipated clashes: Genoa-Juventus and Torino-Fiorentina at 6:30 PM, then Inter-Udinese and Lazio-Verona at 8:45 PM. Having already analyzed the top goalkeepers, defenders, and forwards, here are the three best midfielders to consider for your fantasy football squad in this second round.
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THE TOP PICK
Kevin De Bruyne (53 credits) has already proven himself a cut above the rest. In his Serie A debut against Sassuolo, he immediately took control of Napoli`s midfield, scoring from a free-kick on the left that his teammates intentionally let pass, with even the Sassuolo goalkeeper Turati watching it sail into the net. This first moment of joy in a Napoli shirt, coupled with an excellent performance, earned him a fantasy average of 10. His upcoming match on Saturday against Cagliari, marking his debut at the Maradona Stadium, could see the Belgian further improve his score.
THE SAFE BET
The certainty for the second fantasy football matchday in midfield is Nico Paz (45 credits). With one goal, one assist, and a fantasy average of 11.5 after just one Serie A game, the Argentine talent from Como is a standout. Fabregas`s attacking plays often flow through his feet; last year, he already amassed 34 appearances, six goals, eight assists, and a fantasy average of 7.13. The Saturday 6:30 PM match against Bologna, which has an `European` feel to it, could be another stage for Paz to shine.
THE SLEEPER PICK
The midfield gamble for Serie A`s second matchday is Collocolo (8 credits) from Cremonese. Nicola`s team had a dream debut, securing a victory over AC Milan at San Siro. The Italian midfielder played an excellent game, starting his Fantasy Championship campaign with a fantasy average of 6.5. Friday`s match against Sassuolo is not insurmountable, and Collocolo could very well rediscover the scoring touch that accompanied him in last year`s Serie B championship, where he recorded seven goals and two assists in 30 appearances.
