Predictions · November 1, 2026 · Teukoo Editorial Team

Fantasy football: 7 tips to build a winning team on Teukoo

Captain, positions, official line-ups, budget: 7 habits that win you places on the leaderboard, with worked examples from Teukoo's real scoring system.

Two players pick the same eleven starters. At the final whistle, one finishes first and the other mid-table. The difference? A better captain, a defender instead of a striker in the right slot, and one card avoided. In fantasy football, details decide the leaderboard.

On Teukoo you don't bet on a result: you build a team of real players, and each one scores points for what they actually do on the pitch. Here are the seven habits that separate the top of the table from everyone else, with examples calculated on the official scoring system.

1. The captain: the decision that matters most

Your captain scores double (×2), your vice-captain one and a half times (×1.5). No other choice has as much impact on your total.

Example: a striker scores a goal (10 points), provides an assist (7) and puts two shots on target (2 × 2.5 = 5). Total: 22 points. With the armband, he's worth 44.

How to choose:

• a guaranteed starter who plays 90 minutes;
• who shoots a lot and takes the penalties;
• facing a shaky defence or a team that concedes often.

2. A goal isn't worth the same in every position

The scoring rewards rarity:

• forward's goal: 10 points;
• midfielder's goal: 12.5 points;
• defender's goal: 15 points;
• goalkeeper's goal: 20 points.

A centre-back who is dangerous from corners and free kicks can earn 50% more than a striker for the same goal.

3. Defenders score… without scoring

This is the trap most beginners fall into: only looking at goalscorers. Defensive work adds up over the whole match:

• tackle: +3;
• interception: +3;
• clearance: +2;
• duel won: +2;
• clean sheet (at least 60 minutes played): +3.

Example: a defender makes 4 tackles (12), 3 interceptions (9) and 5 clearances (10), and his team keeps a clean sheet (3). Total: 34 points, without scoring.

4. The goalkeeper: a bet on the opponent's pressure

• every save: +3;
• penalty saved: +7;
• clean sheet: +7;
• every goal conceded: −4.

Counter-intuitive but true: the keeper of a team under siege, with eight saves and one goal conceded, scores 20 points. The keeper of a dominant side who makes one save and keeps a clean sheet scores 10.

5. Wait for the official line-ups

Starting elevens are usually published 20 to 45 minutes before kick-off, and Teukoo sends you a notification as soon as they're out. A player left on the bench scores almost nothing.

The right habit: build your team in advance, then come back to check your starters before entries close, 5 minutes before the tournament's first kick-off.

6. Avoid negative points

Some players earn a lot… and lose almost as much:

• yellow card: −1.5;
• red card: −3;
• foul committed: −1;
• possession lost: −2;
• missed penalty: −5.

A combative midfielder who commits four fouls, loses the ball three times and picks up a yellow loses 11.5 points before doing anything useful.

7. Spread your budget wisely

Every player has a price in points, and your eleven players must fit within a 100-point budget, with no more than 6 players from the same club. Picking only stars is impossible, and rarely the best strategy.

The method that works:

1. pick your captain first;
2. add two or three in-form bargains;
3. finish with the positions where the points gap between players is small.

Key takeaways

• The captain often makes the difference: choose a sure starter who shoots a lot.
• Defenders and goalkeepers can earn as much as a goalscorer.
• Check the official line-ups before entries close.
• Be wary of undisciplined players.

Frequently asked questions

Can I change my captain after submitting my team?

Yes, as long as the tournament hasn't closed, that is, until 5 minutes before the first kick-off.

What happens if my player doesn't play?

He scores no points. That's why you should check the official line-ups before entries close.

Where can I find the full scoring system?

On the Points page, sport by sport.

Ready to put these tips into practice? Start with a free tournament to train risk-free: create your account.

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