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MARQUEE MATCHUPS

 

Last year Marquee Matchups would commonly highlight the top games of the week, whether they were derbies or simply an important match, they had a chance at making the cut. With the release of FIFA 18, we have seen EA take a completely different approach. Yes, so of these games still make it, however we are starting to see more and more curveballs thrown into the mix, most likely in an attempt to stop people hoarding these cards and forcing a market drought with them. Whatever the reasoning behind the changes, we are seeing games included that really shouldn't be, and hence investing for the release of the event has become a lot harder. 
 
Of course, we can always believe in our choices and hold until the SBC drops, however this adds un-needed risk into the equation. The much safer option is to buy early enough, when the cards are at discard, and sell during the hype in the buildup to the release. Whichever method you choose however, we still need some predictions as to where we can invest, so without further ado, let's jump into these choices! 
 

Dortmund vs Bayern 
 
Der Klassiker is the first game up today and it features two giant teams from the Bundesliga. Dortmund currently sits atop the table, while after a shaky start, the favorites Bayern Munich are in hot pursuit.Der This match provides numerous options for investment in the form of gold cards, leaving bronze/silver investments fairly useless. If this game is included, the key will be working out the formation, rating and number of rare cards it requires. 


Manchester City vs Arsenal 
 
Moving onto the Premier League now, and this fixture contains nothing more than a big game between two clubs. While It receives a mention in this guide, I would be shocked if we saw it included as we already have Manchester United vs Tottenham within the current MM.  
 

Genoa vs Sampdoria 
 
Derby Della Lanterna (which according to Wikipedia means Derby of the Lantern and im really hoping there is an incredible backstory to this) is the Serie A pick of the week. Genoa in 16th place, are hosts to Sampdoria in 6th and with just six points from ten games, then need something here. This match provides a slightly stronger investment as the number of gold players each team has is a little more limited. That being said, there is still enough to cover what may be needed and hype is unlikely to move these players too much. 
 

ASSE vs Lyon
 
Once again, I am using Wikipedia for all my knowledge. The Derby Rhone-Alpes, Derby Rhonealpin or if you prefer, the simple name of Le Derby, all refer to this Ligue 1 fixture between ASSE and Lyon. Just like before we are spoilt for choice when it comes to gold players, meaning hype is less likely to rise these player prices. When you invest in these types of games though, if you are correct when it drops and it requires a handful of players, that’s when payday comes. 
 

Kobenhavn vs Brondby 
 
Over to Denmark now where we see Kobenhavn take on Brondby in the Copenhagen Derby (also known as the New Firm Derby). Now that we are playing with a system that can include any game within the SBC, this is the sort of match I love. There is just 1 gold player available across the two teams, meaning that all investments will be around silver/bronze players. If we are able to bid on these cards for around 150/200 coins a pop, selling on hype prior to the event should ensure a healthy profit. 
 

Basel vs Young Boys 
 
Over to Switzerland now, but we aren't going to spend too long talking about this match. F.Zurich vs Basel features in the current MM and personally I cannot imagine EA including back to back games from the Swiss Super League, expecially when Basel currently feature. 
 

Lokomotiv Moscow vs CSKA Moscow 
 
We move onto the Russian league with this fixture choice, and the fact that we are yet to see a game from here included excites me with this pick. Lokomotiv currently sit atop the table with CSKA only two places below them in third. We have plenty of options here with gold players again, so when choosing who you buy always consider rating, rarity and position. 
 

River Plate vs Boca Juniors 
 
Across the country to Argentina now where we see Buenos Aires rivals River Plate and Boca Juniors go head to head in this game known as Superclasico. These two teams don't have a wealth of gold players to choose from which leaves investment opportunities across the board. If this is the game you pick though, the few golds available at discard will be the strongest investment choices. 

 
Guadalajara vs Atlas 
 
The final game we are looking at today features in Mexico. We see Guadalajara play host to Atlas in a fixture known as Clasico Tapatio. While Guadalajara has a hanful of gold options available, when it comes to Atlas this isn't quite the case. We have plenty of potential with this matchup, the only question to ask is whether or not the game will be included. 

 
Honorable Mentions 
  
Bristol City vs Cardiff 
  
Anderlecht vs Club Brugge 
  
Rangers vs Partick

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