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Dark Horse Clubs: Who’s Poised to Challenge the Giants This Season? GW – 9

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Forget Game of Thrones — the real drama is unfolding in the Premier League! The pace of events has been absolutely wild, and here at Fantasy 24 Club, we always keep you updated with the latest news and insights in both fantasy football and the Premier League.

In this week’s Fantasy Tips article, we spotlight the dark horses of the Premier League this season — three teams that truly deserve the title: Bournemouth, Crystal Palace, and S

1- Bournemouth

Over the past two seasons, everyone has seen that Bournemouth has been on the right track under Andoni Iraola. However, after selling Højsen and Kerkez, most expected the project to stall. Yet this season, Bournemouth sit third in the Premier League after just eight rounds — and what’s even more impressive is that they’re not buying superstars; they’re creating them.

So, if you’re looking to add Bournemouth players to your Fantasy team, don’t hesitate — go for Petrović, Semenyo, Evanilson, and Kluivert. One thing’s for sure: they’ll rack up plenty of points for you!

الشعار الرسمي لنادي بورنموث لكرة القدم (AFC Bournemouth)، يظهر قبضة بيضاء وكرة قدم على درع أحمر وأسود، على خلفية رقمية خضراء لامعة
شعار نادي سندرلاند لكرة القدم (Sunderland A.F.C.)، يتميز بدرع مقلّم باللونين الأحمر والأبيض ومحاط بأسدين، على خلفية رقمية خضراء لامعة، ومُرفق بشعار "فانتاسي 24 كلوب

2- Sunderland

Sunderland have shocked everyone this season — who would’ve imagined they’d be competing for the Premier League title or even a top-four spot? Yet here they are, sitting just outside the Champions League places, thanks to the brilliance of their manager, Lou Berry.

And if you’re building your Fantasy team, don’t miss out on Sunderland’s standout players: Röefs, Isidore, Adingra, and Maïnda — each of them is a potential game-changer for your points tally.

3- Crystal Palace

Nicolas Volltimade is emerging as one of the best mid-priced forwards in the 2025–2026 Fantasy Premier League. He has quickly established himself as a key striker for Newcastle United and a central figure in the German national team.

Brought in to replace Alexander Isak, Volltimade wasted no time proving his worth, leading the attack with efficiency from the start. So far, he has played four matches, scoring three goals and amassing 24 Fantasy points, highlighting both his consistent performance and direct impact on the pitch.

الشعار الرسمي لنادي كريستال بالاس لكرة القدم (Crystal Palace F.C.)، يظهر نسرًا أزرق وأبيض بأجنحة مرفوعة يقف على أعمدة، على خلفية رقمية خضراء لامعة، ومُرفق بشعار "فانتاسي 24 كلوب

As we highlighted earlier when discussing the importance of selecting diverse players in Fantasy football, the concept of a “dark horse” in the Premier League carries the same idea — but on a larger scale. Clubs that were once overlooked, like Bournemouth, Crystal Palace, and Sunderland, have become a clear example this season of how taking the unconventional route can make all the difference.

Ultimately, this season proves that success — whether in Fantasy football or on the pitch — isn’t just about big names. It’s about vision, strategy, and the courage to bet on the unexpected.