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Brandon's DraftKings and FanDuel UCL DFS lineup picks for UEFA Champions League Soccer on 11/4/25 (Matchweek 4, Day One). His top daily fantasy soccer forwards, midfielders, defenders, goalkeepers.
Welcome back to “The Kick-Off” and welcome to the 25-26 season! Hopefully, everyone had a fun, safe, and eventful spooky Halloween for those who celebrate! With weekly domestic fixtures at the weekend, starting XI rotation is expected. Let's kick off Matchweek Four, Day One!
The top favorite for today is Atlético Madrid (-425) vs. Royale Union Saint-Gilloise (+1000). I will guide you through this seven-match slate starting at 3:00 P.M. EST on Tuesday, November 4.
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EPL DFS Goalies
Nikita Haikin - DK $5K || FD $11
Opponent - vs. AS Monaco
Value is at a premium for today’s slate at the goalkeeper position. Nikita Haikin of FK Bodø/Glimt headlines the minimal selection. In his first three UEFA Champions League (UCL) starts this season, he has made 18 saves and conceded seven goals. Excluding the 2-2 draw with Tottenham, he has exceeded value in each match.
FK Bodø/Glimt from a Per 90 against viewpoint in the UCL is the third-worst in Shots and just outside the bottom ten in Goals. Furthermore, AS Monaco is in the top ten in Shots Per 90 and the bottom ten in Goals Per 90. Playing at home in a potential volume-driven performance could set up Haikin as the top goalie on the slate.
Others To Consider (CASH/GPP):
- Guglielmo Vicario (DK $5.8K || FD $13) vs. FC København
- Kjell Scherpen (DK $3.6K || FD $7) at Atlético Madrid
EPL DFS Forwards
Julián Álvarez - DK $10.8K || FD $23
Opponent - vs. Royale Union Saint-Gilloise
Despite the recent rumblings of the prized Argentinian attacker considering leaving, Julián Álvarez’s role is growing rapidly for Atlético Madrid. He now takes the majority of set pieces, and he leads the attack in most matches. Throughout his last five fixtures in all competitions, he has produced one goal, one assist, 10 shots, 11 chances created, 10 crosses, four corners, one tackle, and two interceptions. The metrics surely do not stand out, especially for his salary; however, his matchup does.
Royale Union Saint-Gilloise, from a Per 90 against viewpoint, is the fourth-worst in Goals, second-worst in Big Chances Created, In-the-Box Goals, and Penalty Area Defense, and bottom ten in In-the-Box Shots. There are only a few clubs on the slate that possess a defense worse than this Jupiler club. Expect Álvarez to at a minimum meet value.
Others To Consider (CASH/GPP):
- Dennis Man (DK $6.3K || FD $17) at Olympiacos FC
- Luis Suárez (DK $6.2K || FD $18) at Juventus FC
EPL DFS Midfielders
Pedro (Pote) Gonçalves - DK $6.6K || FD $15
Opponent - at Juventus FC
With teammate Geovany Quenda expected not to start the match, Pedro Pote is likely to be in control of the majority of set pieces for the visitors. In his first three UCL appearances this season, he has amassed one assist, five shots, three chances created, six crosses, one corner, one tackle, one interception, and one clearance. His numbers are not quite where they typically are, given how significant an influence he is on the club’s play, and his salary reflects that.
Luckily, Juventus FC is not playing exceptionally well defensively. The Serie A giants are the ninth-worst in Goals Against Per 90, the fourth-worst in Shots Against Per 90, and the second-worst in Chances Created Against Per 90. For under $7K on DraftKings, and playing on the wing, Pote will offer both set piece value and open-play value.
Others To Consider (CASH/GPP):
- Patrick Berg (DK $7.9K || FD $19) vs. AS Monaco
- Chiquinho (DK $4.9K || FD $17) vs. PSV Eindhoven
💣 LE GOLAÇO DE LA SOIRÉE EST SIGNÉ PEDRO GONÇALVES ! 🇵🇹🥵pic.twitter.com/8xIcxxoVJg
— Instant Foot ⚽️ (@lnstantFoot) October 31, 2025
EPL DFS Defenders
Defenders
Jordan Teze - DK $5.1K || FD $14
Opponent - at FK Bodø/Glimt
Jordan Teze may offer some of the best value on the slate at any position. The wingback/winger is expected to slot into a right midfielder role in a 3-4-2-1, giving him plenty of freedom to move up and down the flank. Over his most recent five fixtures in all competitions–four starts–he has generated three shots, eight chances created, 13 crosses, nine corners, 11 tackles, five interceptions, eight clearances, and three blocks. He has done it all, at both ends of the pitch.
FK Bodø/Glimt is letting opposing clubs run rampant right now, too. In a Per 90 against viewpoint, they are worst in In-the-Box Shots, third-worst in Shots, sixth-worst in both Big Chances Created and Penalty Area Defense, seventh-worst in Chances Created, and eighth-worst in In-the-Box Goals. Jordan Teze could be $6K and more on DraftKings, and he would still see high ownership today. He may be the ‘LOCK’ of the slate in terms of value.
Others To Consider (CASH/GPP):
- Nuno Mendes (DK $6.3K || FD $16) vs. Bayern München
- Pedro Porro (DK $6.2K || FD $13) vs. FC København
Jordan Teze with a beauty of a goal 😮💨 pic.twitter.com/Emk4R2semc
— CBS Sports Golazo ⚽️ (@CBSSportsGolazo) October 1, 2025
Corner Takers
Corner Takers:
- Atlético Madrid: Julián Álvarez/Alex Baena/Antoine Griezmann
- Royale Union Saint-Gilloise: Anouar Ait El Hadj
- FK Bodø/Glimt: Patrick Berg
- AS Monaco: Jordan Teze/Caio Henrique
- Juventus: Filip Kostic/Kenin Yildiz
- Sporting CP: Pedro (Pote) Gonçalves
- Liverpool FC: Domink Szoboszlai/Cody Gakpo
- Real Madrid: Arda Güler/Franco Mastantuono
- Olympiacos FC: Chiquinho
- PSV Eindhoven: Joey Veerman
- Tottenham Hotspur: Mohammed Kudus/Pedro Porro
- FC København: Mohamed Elyounoussi/Marcós Lopez
- Paris Saint-Germain: Nuno Mendes/Kang-In Lee
- Bayern München: Joshua Kimmich/Michael Olise
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