Are you looking for fantasy football bold predictions for the 2025/26 season? You’re in the right place. My name is Shubhaum Guptha, founder of FantasyFi, and I’m sharing five (5) fearless predictions for the new season, ones you probably won’t find on the usual fantasy football tip sheets.
1. Alexander Isak Wins the Premier League Golden Boot
The Prediction
Alexander Isak will outscore fantasy favourites like Erling Haaland and Mohamed Salah to become the Premier League’s top scorer.
Why This Is Bold
Haaland is a goal machine. Salah keeps hitting massive FPL point totals. Isak has yet to hit those heights, so betting on him to beat both is a big call.
Why It Might Happen
Isak will likely end the 2024/25 season with 23 goals and looks ready to level up. He has height, pace, great feet, and composure in front of the goal. At 25, he’s entering his prime, and Newcastle clearly want to keep him, slapping a £150 million tag to scare off interest. If Newcastle build around him and Haaland sees more rotation, Isak could surprise everyone and become a must-have fantasy pick.
Would you pick him over Haaland in Gameweek 1?
2. Jamal Musiala Becomes a Top 5 Fantasy Midfielder
The Prediction
Musiala will break into the top five midfielders for fantasy points, whether he stays at Bayern or moves to the Premier League.
Why This Is Bold
He’s a known talent but not yet among the FPL elite like De Bruyne or Saka. And if he stays in the Bundesliga, fewer fantasy players will back him.
Why It Might Happen
Musiala’s contract at Bayern expires in 2030. And per rumours, many clubs want to buy him next summer. If he joins a top Premier League team like Manchester United or City, he’ll get more exposure and chances to rack up points. A big move could unlock his fantasy potential at just the right time.
Is Musiala the breakout midfielder you’ll take a chance on?
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3. Aston Villa Drop Out of the Top 6
The Prediction
After a strong 2024/25 season, Villa will struggle and finish outside the top 6.
Why This Is Bold
Unai Emery’s team has been consistent and well-organised, and they have been praised for their progress. Many fans expect them to keep pushing for Champions League spots.
Why It Might Happen
The new Champions League format adds more matches and more pressure. Villa’s squad isn’t as deep as the top-tier clubs, and balancing Europe with the Premier League could stretch them thin. With Chelsea, Arsenal, Man City, and Liverpool likely to improve, Villa might slip.
Will European pressure cost Villa their league form?
4. Kevin De Bruyne Will Be a Fantasy Bust
The Prediction
KDB won’t deliver enough points to justify his high price and popularity.
Why This Is Bold
De Bruyne is fantasy football royalty. He’s consistent, explosive, and has delivered for years.
Why It Might Happen
He’ll be 34 next season and has struggled with injuries. Pep could rotate him more often to manage his fitness. Rumours of a move to Saudi Arabia are still floating around, too. Even if he stays, younger stars like Foden could take over more creative duties. KDB will still be expensive, and if he’s rested often or delivers fewer big scores, he could disappoint fantasy managers.
Is it time to move on from KDB as a premium pick?
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5. Counter-Pressing Full-Backs Will Be the Top Fantasy Defenders
The Prediction
The highest-scoring fantasy defenders won’t just be known for goals or assists, but for pressing high up the pitch and collecting bonus points through tackles and interceptions.
Why This Is Bold
Fantasy managers usually focus on defenders who bomb forward or are good in the air during set pieces. Few look at pressing stats.
Why It Might Happen
Top teams are asking full-backs to press aggressively and win the ball high. These actions, tackles, recoveries, and interceptions can earn bonus points. Add clean sheets and some attacking returns; you’ve got a goldmine. Players like Pedro Porro or Jeremie Frimpong are already showing this trend. Watch for new full-backs with similar roles in the top teams.
Will you rethink how you pick your defenders this season?
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Final Word
Bold calls win leagues. Whether banking on Isak over Haaland or spotting the next top defender before everyone else, fantasy football rewards those who take smart risks.
Which fantasy football bold predictions do you agree with? Which one do you think is way off? Drop your thoughts, share your bold calls, and good luck this season!
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