A Top Pick, a Certainty, and a Gamble: Recommended Midfielders for the Fourth Round of the Club World Cup Fantasy Championship
With the group stage of the Club World Cup now concluded, the tournament moves into the knockout phase. The Round of 16 matches will count towards the 4th matchday of the Club World Cup Fantasy Championship. The first fixture of this knockout stage is the Brazilian derby between Palmeiras and Botafogo, scheduled for Saturday, June 28th at 6 PM. Fantasy teams must be submitted before the start of this match. Following our analysis of recommended goalkeepers, defenders, and forwards, here are 3 midfielders (a top choice, a sure bet, and a potential gamble) you shouldn`t miss for the 4th matchday of the Club World Cup Fantasy Championship.
The Top Pick
Federico Valverde`s Club World Cup didn`t start perfectly; his penalty miss on Matchday 1 against Al Hilal cost Los Blancos a win. However, the Uruguayan redeemed himself against Pachuca and Salzburg, scoring in both games as Real secured first place in their group. Los Merengues face Juventus in the Round of 16, a team struggling after their match against Manchester City. Xabi Alonso is unlikely to drop Valverde, who was already indispensable under Ancelotti. This midfielder costs 63 credits.
The Certainty
Having only recently arrived at Guardiola`s side, Tijjani Reijnders seems to be adapting well. The former Milan player delivered two strong performances against Wydad and Juventus, offering Manchester City fans a glimpse of what he showed in Serie A over recent years. Against Simone Inzaghi`s Al Hilal, the Dutchman will look to score his first goal for the Citizens. For those looking to pick him, his price is 46 credits.
The Gamble
Jobe Bellingham also appears to have quickly settled into his new club: in three matches for Borussia Dortmund, the Englishman has already registered a goal and an assist. The Germans will face Monterrey in the Round of 16, a match where they are considered favourites, though the Mexicans should not be underestimated. Following his good performances in the group stage, Jobe Bellingham will aim to continue impressing in the knockout rounds. The former Sunderland player can be a good low-cost midfield option; his price is 22 credits.
