Premier League Fantasy Picks Week 1 | Manchester United News

Manchester United News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 18, 2026 · 1m

The Premier League kicks off with Arsenal hosting Coventry — perfect timing for fantasy managers to lock in smart picks. Goalkeepers like Kinsky (Tottenham) and Maguire (Man Utd) offer value, while defenders Calafiori (Arsenal) and Harry Maguire shine against weaker sides. Midfielders Pascal Groß (Brighton) and Bruno Fernandes (Man Utd) bring firepower and captaincy potential, and forwards João Pedro (Chelsea) and Haaland (Man City) are must-haves — especially with Salah sidelined. Budget-friendly gems like Brian Brobbey (Sunderland) round out the roster for a balanced, high-scoring squad…