Strengthen your defensive line after consulting this Euro 2016 Fantasy Football tips Matchday 3 defenders round-up, based on the official UEFA game sponsored by McDonald’s.

With Matchday 3 incorporating each team’s second group stage game – all taking place from Saturday June 19th to Wednesday June 22nd – recommended selections include players from Germany, Poland, Italy and Spain.

Benedikt Höwedes, Germany

The cheapest starting defender for a side that’s yet to concede going into their final group stage clash with Northern Ireland.

Kamil Glik, Poland

A danger from set pieces, the Torino centre-back is also part of a back line that managed to keep a clean sheet against Germany – what chance, then, for under-performing Ukraine?

Emanuele Giaccherini, Italy

Listed as a defender despite playing further forwards, the Sunderland man is also cheap – and while Republic of Ireland may not be the easiest of fixtures, Italy have looked very solid so far.

Juanfran, Spain

The holders are starting to look imperious again, beating Turkey 3-0 last time out – although Croatia could be tricky opponents.

Good luck and happy selecting!