The Short Answer: After the draft, your first 5 picks automatically become your Starting 5. Watch your teams play, learn the app, and get into the habit of checking your lineup before each Monday night lock.
You Just Finished the Draft. Now What?
Congratulations — you have a roster. Ten teams from across Europe's Big 5 leagues are now yours to manage for the season.
But the draft was just the beginning. Here's what happens next and what to focus on in your first few weeks.
Your Initial Starting 5
Your first 5 draft picks are automatically set as your Starting 5.
| Draft Pick | Role |
|---|---|
| Pick 1 | Starter |
| Pick 2 | Starter |
| Pick 3 | Starter |
| Pick 4 | Starter |
| Pick 5 | Starter |
| Pick 6 | Bench |
| Pick 7 | Bench |
| Pick 8 | Bench |
| Pick 9 | Bench |
| Pick 10 | Bench |
This means your highest-drafted teams — presumably your best teams — are earning you points right away.
That lineup stays in place, week after week, until you change it. You never have to re-enter it.
How the Weeks Work
Fantasy Fútbol runs in weeks that go Tuesday through the following Monday. Your lineup for each week locks the Monday night before, at 11:59 PM Pacific.
The current week is always locked. What you can change is next week's lineup, any time before the lock.
→ Full details: The Weekly Lock
First Month Checklist
Week 1: Get Oriented
- Explore the app. Tap around. Find League Home, Table, My Team, and Info.
- Check your Starting 5. Go to My Team and confirm which teams are starting.
- Look at upcoming fixtures. See when your teams play and against whom.
- Find your league's standings. Check the Table tab to see the League Table.
Week 2: Watch Your Teams
- Track match results. Check match cards after your teams play.
- Understand the points. See how GD and MRP combine on each match card.
- Compare to your bench. Note the faded points your bench teams are (not) earning you.
- Watch the League Table. See how you stack up against your leaguemates.
Week 3: Make Your First Swap
- Pull up next week's fixtures. Which of your teams play twice? Which don't play at all?
- Compare starters vs. bench. Should a bench team be promoted for the week?
- Make the swap in My Team before Monday night.
Week 4: Make It a Habit
- Check your lineup once a week. After the weekend's matches is a good time.
- Look for European nights and cup ties. They're extra matches worth extra points.
- Leave it alone when it's right. No change needed means no action needed.
Key Screens to Know
League Home
What it shows: Starting 5 rosters for all managers, plus match cards for all starter matches that day.
Use it for: Scouting opponents, seeing league-wide action, tracking the competition.
Table
What it shows: Three tables — League Table (manager standings), Club Goal Differential, and Club Match Results.
Use it for: Checking who's winning, seeing which teams are performing, tracking your rank.
My Team
What it shows: Your Starting 5 and Bench for the week, plus match cards for all your teams.
Use it for: Managing your roster, tracking your teams' performance, setting next week's lineup.
Info
What it shows: Game rules, help articles, and resources (including this Knowledge Hub).
What to Expect in Your First Month
Your Teams Will Play
In a typical week your Starting 5 will have somewhere between 5 and 10 combined matches. Each match earns (or loses) you points.
You'll Make Mistakes
Everyone does. Maybe you'll realize your 4th pick had a blank week while your 7th pick played twice. You get another go next week.
The League Table Will Shuffle
Early standings are volatile. Don't panic if you're not in first. Don't celebrate too hard if you are. It's a long season.
Don't Worry About...
Perfecting Your First Lineup
Your Starting 5 was auto-assigned. It's a reasonable default, but it might not be optimal. That's fine. You get a fresh decision every week.
Falling Behind Early
One manager might jump out to a lead because their teams had favorable fixtures. The season is long. Gaps close.
Understanding Everything Immediately
The scoring system, the competitions, the weekly lock — it's a lot. Give yourself time. After a few weeks you'll feel like a veteran.
Missing a Week
If you forget to set your lineup, last week's carries forward. You'll never be left without one.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I change my Starting 5 during the current week?
No. The current week is locked. You can change next week's lineup any time before Monday at 11:59 PM Pacific.
How do I know when the lock is coming?
You'll get notification reminders before the Monday night lock, as long as notifications are turned on.
Can I see my opponents' rosters?
Yes. The League Home page shows everyone's Starting 5 for the current week. Rosters are public.
You've Got This
Your first month is about learning, not winning.
Watch your teams. Explore the app. Make mistakes. Ask questions on Discord. Within a few weeks you'll be making informed decisions instead of relying on auto-assignment.
Welcome to Fantasy Fútbol. Let's see what your teams can do.
See Also
- Starting 5 vs. Bench — The weekly decision explained
- The Weekly Lock — When and how lineups lock
- Changing Your Starting 5 — Step-by-step instructions
- How Points Are Scored — Understanding your match results
- Reading Match Cards — Making sense of the UI
- Understanding the Tables — Tracking your progress