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World Cup fantasy football tips: Most picked XI ahead of Round 3 – Ronaldo replaces Messi
WORLD CUP FANTASY FOOTBALL – Managers are flocking to sign Cristiano Ronaldo ahead of Round 3, while Lionel Messi's ownership continues to plummet following a tough start to the tournament.
Cristiano Ronaldo is a man in demand for World Cup fantasy football managers, with the Portugal ace now owned by over 30 per cent of gamers.
The Real Madrid star has scored four goals so far in Russia, punishing bosses who opted to ignore the veteran striker.
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Only seven per cent opted to start with Ronaldo in their teams, while his great rival Lionel Messi was one of the most selected players ahead of the opening fixtures.
The tables have turned after blanks for the Argentinian ace against Iceland and Croatia – but who else is attracting investment ahead of Round 3?
Take a look through the gallery above to see which players make up the most selected World Cup 2018 fantasy football XI prior to Round 3 of the tournament in Russia.