Pranks or Just Bad Luck?! The Worst Players in the Premier League – GW 11
As we approach Gameweek 11 of the Premier League, and after ten full rounds of the season, the picture of the competition—both on the pitch and in the fantasy world—is becoming clearer. It’s now evident which players have truly lived up to expectations, and which have disappointed team managers with underwhelming performances that haven’t yet justified their picks.
Throughout this journey, Fantasy 24 Club continues to provide the latest analyses and tips to help you make smarter decisions, maintain your spot at the top of the league, and rack up the highest points in fantasy football.
In this article, we’ll highlight players who come with a hefty price tag but haven’t contributed any points so far. We’ll select one player from each position: a goalkeeper, a defender, a midfielder, and a forward.
1- sels 4.8m
After an outstanding 2024–2025 season with Nottingham Forest under Nuno Santo, where he was among the top goalkeepers and racked up numerous clean sheets, Matt Cash has started the 2025–2026 season inconsistently.
So far, he has featured in 10 matches but has managed to keep a clean sheet in only one, accumulating 21 points—an average of just over two points per game—a noticeable drop from his previous form.
Cash’s performance has clearly been affected by the team’s defensive struggles, with his ball possession error rate reaching around 30.56% in some matches, and the team facing a high number of shots on target. Recent stats place him among the league’s average goalkeepers, far from the top performers this season.
Fantasy Takeaway:
While Cash remains a key starter for Nottingham Forest, his fantasy value this season is limited compared to his price and last season’s expectations, making him a risky pick for team managers.
2- Gvardiol 5.9m
Josko Gvardiol was a cornerstone for Manchester City in the 2024–2025 season, earning the club’s Player of the Year award, surpassing big names like Kevin De Bruyne and Erling Haaland. He featured in 53 matches across all competitions, scoring five remarkable goals and delivering exceptional defensive and attacking performances despite being only 23 years old. Gvardiol formed an excellent partnership with Ruben Dias at the heart of the defense and was a key figure in Pep Guardiola’s tactical setup.
However, in the 2025–2026 season, his appearances have dropped significantly, playing in only 5 out of 10 matches so far, weakening his role as a consistent starter. This decline in game time negatively affects his fantasy value, especially given his high price relative to his limited appearances, making him a less reliable option for racking up points.
Fantasy Takeaway:
Despite his high potential, fantasy managers are advised to reassess Gvardiol’s role in their squads this season and consider defenders with more consistency and game time to secure better points.
3- Cunha 7.9m
After two standout seasons with Wolverhampton, Felipe Conyha moved to Manchester United in one of the Premier League’s most expensive transfers, with high expectations for an exceptional season. However, in the 2025–2026 campaign, he has fallen short of expectations, featuring in only 9 matches, scoring just one goal, and accumulating 23 fantasy points—a very low return given his steep price of £7.9 million.
Conyha remains a key figure in the team’s lineup, but Manchester United’s overall struggles—including weak creative play and insufficient attacking support—have limited his individual impact. This makes his fantasy value restricted despite his potential.
Fantasy Takeaway:
Team managers should reconsider Conyha’s place in their squads and look for more consistent, higher-yield alternatives, especially since similarly priced players could deliver better points if United’s poor form continues.
4- Watkins 8.5
After two stellar seasons with Aston Villa, during which he contributed 58 goals and assists, Ollie Watkins has started the 2025–2026 season disappointingly.
So far, he has started in 10 matches but has scored just one goal and accumulated 25 fantasy points—an average of around 2.5 points per game—a very low return for a forward of his caliber and £8.5 million price tag.
Watkins’ drop in productivity is directly linked to Aston Villa’s inconsistent attacking performance, with limited chances and fluctuating form, although he still retains his place in the starting lineup.
Fantasy Takeaway:
Given this underwhelming performance, team managers are advised to consider selling Watkins and replacing him with a more consistent and productive forward to secure better points in their squads and stay competitive in the 2025–2026 season.
The 2025–2026 season proves that fame or a high price tag doesn’t guarantee fantasy points. Sels, Gvardiol, Conyha, and Watkins are clear examples of players who need to be reassessed.
Golden Tip: Focus on consistency and actual productivity, and be ready to sell or replace underperforming players to secure more points and stay competitive throughout the season.