The TFF Fantasy League is inviting managers to dive into an exciting season with its unique take on fantasy football for the 2026/27 campaign.
While the foundational elements may echo those of the Fantasy Premier League (FPL), the Türkiye Fantasy format introduces novel features that set it apart, including unlimited transfers and five specialized Manager Cards.
BUILDING YOUR TEAM
Each manager is allocated a ₺100 million budget to assemble a 15-player squad. The squad composition is vital:
| Position | Players |
|---|---|
| Goalkeepers | 2 |
| Defenders | 5 |
| Midfielders | 5 |
| Forwards | 3 |
| Total | 15 |
A notable restriction is that managers may select no more than three players from a single club, ensuring a diverse squad.
SELECTING YOUR STARTING LINEUP
Managers must choose 11 starters from their 15-player squad each Gameweek. The minimum requirements include:
- One goalkeeper
- Three defenders
- One forward
Flexibility is key, as automatic substitutions can be used when a starting player does not play, provided the formation remains valid. The Offense Manager Card can also adjust formation rules, offering additional strategic options.
CAPTAINCY SELECTION
Each Gameweek, selecting a captain will double that player’s points. Unique to Türkiye Fantasy are two Manager Cards that significantly enhance captaincy scores:
The Triplex Captain will triple the captain's points, while the Skipper-Up Captain quadruples them, making when to deploy these cards a crucial tactical consideration.
DEADLINES AND TIMELINES
The deadline for confirming your squad is one hour before the first match of the Gameweek, offering ample time for changes. Post-deadline, the selections are locked for that week.
SCORING MECHANICS
The scoring system includes familiar criteria like goals, assists, clean sheets, and saves, but with distinct variations:
| Action | Points |
|---|---|
| Plays up to 60 minutes | 1 |
| Plays more than 60 minutes | 2 |
| Goal scored by goalkeeper | 10 |
| Goal scored by defender | 6 |
| Goal scored by midfielder | 5 |
| Goal scored by forward | 4 |
| Assist | 3 |
| Goalkeeper/defender clean sheet | 4 |
| Midfielder clean sheet | 1 |
| Every three goalkeeper saves | 1 |
| Penalty save | 5 |
| Penalty miss | -2 |
| Every two goals conceded by goalkeeper/defender | -1 |
| Yellow card | -1 |
| Red card | -3 |
| Own goal | -2 |
In order to earn clean-sheet points, goalkeepers and defenders must play a minimum of 60 minutes, while midfielders must meet similar conditions for their limited clean-sheet benefits.
BONUS POINT OPPORTUNITIES
A bonus point system rewards high performers, allowing the top three players in each match to gain additional points:
| Rank | Bonus |
|---|---|
| 1st | 3 points |
| 2nd | 2 points |
| 3rd | 1 point |
This additional layer offers avenues for players to gain points beyond the conventional scoring methods.
TRANSFER MECHANICS
One of the key differences in Türkiye Fantasy is the absence of transfer limits. Managers can make unlimited transfers before each Gameweek, maintaining compliance with budgetary and positional constraints.
UNDERSTANDING MANAGER CARDS
Five Manager Cards replace traditional chips, allowing shrewd alterations to key elements of team performance for a Gameweek:
| Manager Card | Effect |
|---|---|
| Triplex Captain | Triples your captain's points |
| Skipper-Up Captain | Quadruples your captain's points |
| Whole Team to the Field | Substitutes earn points as well |
| Offense | Unlocks tactical formations and adds ₺5M budget for the Gameweek |
| Unlimited Budget | Transfers without budget constraints |
Strategic timing is essential for activating these cards, as only one can be used at a time, and once activated, a card cannot be canceled.
LEAGUE SYSTEMS
Upon creating a team, managers are automatically entered into three public leagues: the Overall League, a Country League based on profile selections, and a Favourite Team League correlating to chosen clubs. Additionally, private leagues can be formed for competitive play.
The overall competition keeps track of points across 34 Gameweeks, while user-created leagues can opt for either classic or head-to-head scoring formats.
KNOCKOUT CUP COMPETITIONS
For added excitement, Türkiye Fantasy includes several knockout tournaments:
- Overall Cup
- Country Cup
- Favourite Team Cup
The cup format pits managers against one another in elimination matches, with the opportunity to advance through successive rounds based on performance.
FINAL THOUGHTS
The framework of Türkiye Fantasy is accessible for seasoned fantasy players. Yet, its unique elements foster a fresh and engaging experience, particularly with unlimited transfers and Manager Cards that demand strategic decision-making.
With 34 Gameweeks ahead, leveraging these strategic opportunities could redefine your fantasy football journey.
