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With four games in Group C and D, Monday's showdowns are France vs Denmark, Peru vs Australia, Croatia vs Iceland, and Argentina vs Nigeria. Due to the multiple games being played, lineups are back to their normal constructions. Below we bring you seven players you should consider as World Cup DFS lineup picks for Matchday 13 (on June 26th, 2018).
Not all are top-tier options, as there is a range of DFS value picks, sleepers and high-risk players mixed in.
Consider all of these players for your DFS lineups; however, at the end of the day, it is always your decision. Good luck, RotoBallers.
WC DFS Forwards to Consider
Mario Mandzukic - F, Egypt (DK - $6,900, FD - $9,000)
Once again massively undervalued on DraftKings, Mandzukic has an easy game against Iceland coming up and is still the starting striker for the Croatia national team. Although he is not the centerpiece of the offense, he is still one of their most important players. With the way Croatia have been playing, expect Mandzukic to have his fair share of opportunities and provide near-elite value for a reduced price.
Pione Sisto - F, Denmark (DK - $5,700, FD - $7,500)
Although his starting spot is unknown, the Celta Vigo winger is a dangerous player once he gets on the pitch and has a decent track record at club and international level. He probably isn't worth the price on FanDuel, but if you are looking for an upside option who could still make an impact off the bench, Sisto is your man. Playing against a decent but unspectacular French defense, Denmark may fall behind early and be forced to unleash Sisto and focus on attacking in the latter portion of the match.
WC DFS Midfielders to Consider
Lionel Messi - M, Argentina (DK - $12,300, FD - $12,000)
He is still one of the most expensive options on the slate this week, and with good reason. Messi has been extremely disappointing in the first two games of the tournament, but with Argentina's spot in the next round on the line, it is up to their talisman and captain to steady the ship. If Messi doesn't go into God-Mode for the upcoming match, his team will not advance. Therefore, he is a good bet to have a fantastic performance against Nigeria and worth the price in tomorrow's slate.
Mile Jedinak - M, Australia (DK - $4,900, FD - $7,500)
It's simple - having a penalty-taker in your team in a World Cup that has produced an insane amount of penalties is a good idea. Jedinak already has two from the spot this tournament, and Peru are known to give up a foul or two in dangerous areas. Jedinak is locked in on set-piece duty for the team, making his involvement in your lineups a good idea (especially on DraftKings where he is very fairly priced).
WC DFS Defenders to Consider
Luis Advincula - D, Peru (DK - $5,400, FD - $6,000)
With Peru eliminated from the tournament, pride will be at stake in their game against Australia. Quite possibly their best player of the tournament has been fullback Luis Advincula, whose attacking ability has been on display across the opening two matches. If there is one player to select from the Peruvian side, it is Advincula. He should have a good matchup against a lackluster Australia side who have only scored through penalties thus far in the tournament.
Benjamin Pavard - D, France (DK - $4,200, FD - $5,000)
Another player whose starting spot is in question with the return of fellow fullbacks Mendy and Sidibe, Benjamin Pavard has performed quite well when called upon in the opening two matches. He is a good fullback who gets up the pitch, and although some of his defensive responsibilities have been in question, if he is able to get the start then he should have a good performance against Denmark.
WC DFS Goalies to Consider
Pedro Gallese - G, Peru (DK - $4,900, FD - 4,000)
A contrarian play in goal and a good option on both sites - but especially FanDuel - experienced goalkeeper Pedro Gallese has one of the best chances to keep a clean sheet as Peru face Australia tomorrow. Gallese is definitely a good bet to maintain a solid stat-line in the goals allowed department. If you are strapped for cash or entering several Tournament lineups, consider Gallese as a good contrarian play who will almost certainly have low ownership levels.
Good luck this weekend!
