It took barely a minute. Our paper reached out to Bruno Moraes. He instantly sent back a photo. There he was, holding the new 2025/26 season guide. Moraes knows a thing or two about winning. He lifted the Champions League trophy with FC Porto back in 2003/04. Now a coach, he still dives into the game, especially the popular virtual fantasy league. This European champion has a sharp eye. He put together a fantasy team that could really shine on any big stage.
Moraes shared his strategic thinking. “The idea is to put together a strong eleven,” he explained. “I know there’s a budget to meet. We’ll have to combine player values and make a competitive team.” This meant making tough choices. He decided against picking players like Otamendi and Pavlidis. His strategy was clear: build the team from the back to the front. For the goalkeeper spot, he picked Diogo Costa without hesitation, calling him “one of the strong names in the championship.” Moraes also showed his admiration for Sporting’s midfield. He put Hjulmand right into his top eleven. Then he spoke about Rodrigo Mora with a spark. “Mora is a different player,” he said. “He’s daring, young, and unpredictable. He creates chances from nothing.”
Here is Bruno Moraes’s chosen team, set up in a 4-3-3 formation:
- Diogo Costa (FC Porto)
- Víctor Gómez (Sporting Braga)
- Bednarek (FC Porto)
- Marcelo (Moreirense)
- Lebedenko (Vitória Guimarães)
- Hjulmand (Sporting)
- João Moutinho (Sporting Braga)
- Froholdt (FC Porto)
- Trincão (Sporting)
- Rodrigo Mora (FC Porto)
- Samu (FC Porto)
The Manager’s Handbook
The 2025/26 Guide is now available in stores. It’s more than just a magazine; it’s a vital tool for anyone playing in the 31st edition of the virtual fantasy league. Each guide includes a special activation code. This code lets you pick your first team for free. The guide holds all the secrets to building a winning squad. It features detailed careers and stats for players. You’ll find full club statistics for the top league and beyond. Those who have the guide are truly ready for the season.
Your Team, Everywhere You Go
To succeed in the virtual league, managers must stay connected to their team. This is where the app comes in handy. It makes managing your team simple. The navigation is smooth and easy to use. You can play the game and plan your moves anywhere. Whether it’s making substitutions or checking league standings, you can do it all on your smartphone.
Extra Help for Smart Decisions
Virtual league players can get special weekly news. This service tells them if any of their star players are injured or suspended. It’s part of the Premium Content, which you can subscribe to on the website. This information helps players make smart choices. They get updates on player availability and performance.