As the Premier League edges closer to the 2025/26 season kick-off, excitement is building among fans not just for the on-field action but also for the official Fantasy Premier League (FPL) game.
FPL remains one of the most popular football fantasy games worldwide, and every year it introduces tweaks and changes to keep managers on their toes.
Ahead of the new season, the FPL official social media accounts have begun revealing updates that will impact team selections, strategies, and ultimately, the race for fantasy glory.
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One of the key changes revealed is the positional reclassification of 11 players across the Premier League, altering how they will be scored and valued in the game.
This reclassification can have significant consequences for managers planning their squads, as players’ roles and points-scoring opportunities shift.
Among those impacted is Manchester United’s exciting new signing, Matheus Cunha.
Previously listed as a forward during his time at Wolves, Matheus Cunha will now be classified as a midfielder in the FPL game for the 2025/26 season.
The Brazilian made a big impression last season at Molineux, operating mainly as a number 10.
He managed to net 15 goals and provide eight assists, showcasing his attacking prowess from midfield positions.
With his £62.5 million transfer to Old Trafford confirmed, Cunha is expected to take on a similar creative and goal-scoring role under new manager Ruben Amorim next term.
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This positional switch is important for fantasy managers because, as a midfielder, Cunha will earn an extra point per goal compared to being a forward.
Additionally, he will now also collect points for any clean sheets kept by Manchester United, something forwards do not receive.
For the new season, Matheus Cunha will be priced at £8.0 million on the official FPL platform, reflecting both his proven ability and his new position in the game, as per the official FPL website.
As the Fantasy Premier League returns, managers will have to decide if Cunha is a must-have midfielder for their squads or if his lofty price tag puts him out of reach.
Either way, Cunha’s reclassification adds an intriguing new twist for Manchester United fans looking to dominate their fantasy leagues in 2025/26.
