As Fantasy Bundesliga managers prepare for Matchday 3, PULSER Football brings you a curated list of players poised to make a significant impact. With teams settling into the new season, identifying differential picks and reliable point-scorers is crucial for climbing the league tables.
Our selection focuses on players offering strong value, considering their recent form, upcoming fixtures, and potential for high returns. Here are 10 players to consider for your Matchday 3 squad:
Defensive Pillars
- Josip Juranovic (Union Berlin): Under new Union Berlin coach Mauri Lustrinelli, Juranovic has moved ahead of Christopher Trimmel in the pecking order. This makes him an intriguing option. After a strong Matchday 1 performance with two assists, Union’s home clash against Schalke 04 presents a favourable fixture where his set-piece responsibilities could be key.
- Matthias Ginter (Freiburg): Freiburg has started the season impressively, securing wins in both opening games. They have conceded just once. Ginter has been a standout in their defence, averaging 160 points per game. Hosting a struggling Borussia Mönchengladbach side, he is well-placed for another strong return.
- Waldemar Anton (Borussia Dortmund): Anton has been a surprising high-scorer for Borussia Dortmund, picking up the second-most points for the club so far. He scored 204 in the opener and 248 in the 3-2 win over Hoffenheim, where he also provided an assist. Dortmund’s home game against a Paderborn team that failed to score in their first two games offers a good clean sheet opportunity, with Anton also contributing from duels and set pieces.
- David Raum (RB Leipzig): RB Leipzig’s captain and set-piece taker is one of the most attack-minded defenders in the game. As Die Roten Bullen welcome an out-of-form Hamburger SV, Raum has high potential for points.
Midfield Maestros
- Yuito Suzuki (Freiburg): Despite a dip in points on Matchday 2 after his impressive hat-trick on Matchday 1, Suzuki remains an attractive option. Freiburg’s favourable home game against Gladbach makes the Japanese international a strong pick.
- Said El Mala (1. FC Köln): Expected to return to Köln’s starting lineup after missing their defeat to VfB Stuttgart, El Mala could boost the Billy Goats for their home game against Werder Bremen. The winger has a history of producing special moments and could be a valuable asset.
- Brajan Gruda (RB Leipzig): Gruda’s creativity was missed by RB Leipzig in their recent defeat. With him back in the squad and potentially starting against Hamburger SV, he presents an intriguing differential option with significant upside.
Attacking Threats
- Marin Ljubicic (Union Berlin): For managers seeking a budget forward, Ljubicic is an interesting option at just 2.78 million. Union Berlin aims for their first Bundesliga win against Schalke 04, and while not highly productive in the league yet, he scored twice and assisted in the DFB-Pokal. He offers useful bench depth and frees up funds.
- Igor Matanovic (Freiburg): Matanovic has been involved in at least one goal in four of Freiburg’s five games across all competitions this season, with four goals and two assists. Even without a goal contribution last time out, he scored a respectable 249 points, demonstrating his fantasy appeal extends beyond just goals. With Freiburg hosting a Gladbach side that conceded four goals recently, Matanovic is a standout forward option.
- Serhou Guirassy (Borussia Dortmund): Guirassy has started the season in excellent form, scoring four goals and providing an assist in his last three games, including a brace in the Champions League. Dortmund’s home fixture against newly-promoted Paderborn makes him a logical inclusion, despite Paderborn’s solid defensive start.
Careful consideration of these players could give your Fantasy Bundesliga team the edge it needs for Matchday 3. Good luck with your selections!