Recommended defenders for Matchday 11 of the Sports Predictions 2025-26 Fantasy League
Matchday 11 of Serie A kicks off on Friday, November 7, at 8:45 p.m. with the early match between Pisa and Cremonese and wraps up on Sunday evening with the late game between Inter and Lazio. In between, there are matches that promise to be exciting, such as Bologna vs. Napoli and the Turin derby. After analyzing goalkeepers, midfielders, and forwards, here are the three defenders to field in this 11th round of fantasy football.
One of the Milan players benefiting most from Massimiliano Allegri’s management is undoubtedly Strahinja Pavlovic. After an inconsistent season last year, the Serbian has consistently earned positive ratings so far this season, never falling below a passing grade. In addition to his defensive solidity, the number 31 is also contributing to the team’s build-up play and counterattacks. Always ready to join the team’s attack, Pavlovic has shown he’s not afraid to venture into the opponent’s half, as evidenced by the two goals and one assist he’s recorded over 10 matchdays. He was the one who decided the last match against Roma when, after an impressive coast-to-coast run, he tapped in the perfect assist from Leao. In the next round, Milan will face Parma, a team coming off a difficult stretch and currently boasting the league’s worst attack with just 5 goals scored. The conditions for another positive performance from the Serbian in terms of bonus points are all there. And there could even be another bonus. The advice is to field him in the Fantasy League: his price is 35 credits.
the certainty— Back from injury, Amir Rrahmani reclaimed his spot at the heart of Napoli’s defense in the match against Como. The Kosovar put in a solid performance, earning a 6.5 rating and confirming himself as one of the most reliable players on the Neapolitan side. His return is certainly a breath of fresh air for Antonio Conte, whose team has suffered several injuries across all positions early in the season. The upcoming match against Bologna won’t be easy for the Italian champions, coming off a scoreless draw against Como. With just a one-point lead over their pursuers, the league leaders will have to try to conquer the Dall’Ara. One of the toughest tasks will be containing the Rossoblù’s attack, which is why Conte will almost certainly field the reliable Rrahmani. Given the relatively low cost—19 credits—the recommendation is to field him in the next round.
The Bet— Already the author of some solid performances, most notably against Cagliari on Matchday 8, Rafil Belghali was one of the standout players in the match against Inter, which his Verona side lost in stoppage time due to an own goal by Frese. Very active on the right flank, the Algerian caused problems for top-tier defenders like Carlos Augusto and Bastoni, nearly setting up Orban, who hit the post after a sure shot on a low cross from Belghali. Zanetti’s team, still chasing its first league win, will face Lecce in the next round in a particularly tricky match for the Gialloblù. Belghali will likely start, buoyed by his excellent performance against Chivu’s side. Will he manage to earn his first bonus of the season at the Via del Mare? For those looking to bet on him, his odds are set at 15 credits.
