by Sofascore
The following are our Scout Picks for Round 2 of Sofascore’s Nations League Fantasy game.
This selection is specifically designed for the upcoming round, without considering longer-term strategies.
It's essential to remember that, similar to World Cup Fantasy or UCL Fantasy, Nations League Fantasy involves a 15-man squad game rather than a simple starting eleven. Manual substitutions enable you to replace underperformers with players who are yet to play.
- READ MORE: Sofascore Nations League Fantasy fixture ticker: Round 2-6
- READ MORE: Sofascore Nations League Fantasy: Round 2 team reveals
Squad Rules & Restrictions Overview
| Constraint | Requirement / Allocation |
|---|---|
| Total Budget | £100.0m for the complete 15-man squad |
| Team Limit | Maximum of 3 players per nation |
| Starting Formation | 1 GK | Minimum of 3 DEF | Minimum of 3 MID | Minimum of 1 FWD |
Sofascore Nations League Fantasy: Round 2 Scout Picks
Goalkeepers
- Alexander Schlager (£5.0m) — Austria
He’s the starting goalkeeper for Austria against Kosovo this Sunday. The early match provides an excellent opportunity to secure a clean sheet right off the bat, with a strong option available for manual substitution if necessary. - Dominik Greif (£4.0m) — Slovakia
Following a clean sheet in Round 1 against Moldova, he faces Kazakhstan, a team that managed a meager 0.39 xG in their last match. Scheduled for a Tuesday night kick-off, he offers reliable backup in case Schlager concedes.
Defenders
- Matti Lähteenmäki (£5.0m) — Finland
Finland limited San Marino to just one shot in their last game and will now host Belarus, who failed to score in their matchup against Albania. He’s likely to be a strong clean sheet candidate while also offering an attacking threat. - Pau Cubarsí (£7.0m) — Spain
The ball-playing center-back from Spain is well-suited to the scoring system, earning bonus points for his accurate long passes. Spain will take on Croatia on Tuesday. - Joakim Mæhle (£6.0m) — Denmark
Denmark hosts Wales, a team that recorded only one shot on target against Portugal. Mæhle should provide solid clean sheet potential paired with a significant offensive role. - Zachary Athekame (£5.0m) — Switzerland
Athekame’s ability to make overlapping runs and deliver crosses enhances his attacking potential, key for a challenging away fixture against Scotland where defensive points may be scarce. - Jaka Bijol (£5.5m) — Slovenia
After a shutout against Scotland in Round 1, Slovenia now hosts North Macedonia, a team that failed to register a single shot on target in their opener. He’s a valuable bench option in case other defenders falter.
Midfielders
- Lamine Yamal (£12.0m) — Spain
After scoring in a thrilling 3-2 victory over England, his consistent dribbling, key passes, and fouls won give him the highest baseline performance potential among midfielders, especially in the round’s final match. - Jude Bellingham (£10.5m) — England
As England travels to face Czechia, a team that conceded two goals to Croatia, Bellingham’s goal-scoring threat from midfield is notable along with his ability to win duels. - Mikkel Damsgaard (£5.5m) — Denmark
The main creator for Denmark against Wales, earning points from set pieces and key passes as he delivers ample chances early in the round. - Ernest Muçi (£5.5m) — Albania
He netted a goal against Belarus in Round 1 and now faces a weak San Marino defense that conceded seven goals to Finland. His dribbling and direct running could exploit gaps effectively. - Kristjan Asllani (£7.0m) — Albania
With an impressive 8.5 Sofascore rating in Round 1, he looks to capitalize against San Marino, where Albania is expected to dominate possession and create scoring opportunities.
Forwards
- Rasmus Højlund (£8.0m) — Denmark
Leading the attack against Wales, who conceded 23 shots and allowed 2.36 xG against Portugal. He’s also the captain chosen for the first match slot. - Joel Pohjanpalo (£6.5m) — Finland
After his hat trick in Round 1, he’s on penalty duty against Belarus, providing a solid chance to score. - Rey Manaj (£6.5m) — Albania
In a favorable fixture against San Marino, with their defense already showing weaknesses, Manaj should have plenty of opportunities to score.
Captaincy Considerations
- Rasmus Højlund (Sun 17:00): Our primary captain pick as he faces Wales early in the round, a favorable matchup based on their defensive struggles.
- Joel Pohjanpalo (Tue 17:00): Should Højlund produce modest points, the armband can switch to Pohjanpalo, who is poised to score given his previous performance.
- Lamine Yamal (Tue 19:45): The safest bet in the later fixtures, owing to his all-rounded contributions on the field.
- Rey Manaj/Kristjan Asllani/Jude Bellingham (Tue 19:45): All present good alternatives. Manaj and Asllani will target the porous San Marino defense while Bellingham faces a Czechia side that has shown vulnerabilities.
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