What's better Free Hit or Wildcard?

Free Hit vs. Wildcard: Which Fantasy Premier League Chip is Better?**

In the realm of Fantasy Premier League (FPL), managers have two powerful chips at their disposal: the Free Hit and the Wildcard. Both chips allow players to make unlimited team changes in a single gameweek, but they differ in their duration and strategic implications.

Free Hit

The Free Hit chip grants a manager a one-week pass to make wholesale changes to their team without incurring any points penalties. This is particularly useful in gameweeks when there are multiple postponements or when a manager wants to take advantage of favorable fixtures. However, the effect of the Free Hit is limited to that single gameweek, and any changes made will be reverted back the following week.

Wildcard

The Wildcard, on the other hand, is a permanent chip that allows a manager to make unlimited team changes for the entire season. This gives managers the flexibility to adjust their squad as needed, based on player form, injuries, or changes in tactics. The Wildcard can be used at any point during the season, and managers can only use one Wildcard per campaign.

Which Chip is Better?

The choice between the Free Hit and the Wildcard depends on the manager’s specific situation and strategy.

Use a Free Hit when:

• There are multiple postponements in a gameweek.
• You have a poor fixture run and want to field a strong team for a specific gameweek.
• You need to make drastic changes to your team to address injuries or poor form.

Use a Wildcard when:

• You have a long-term plan for your team and want to make significant changes to its structure.
• You have a large number of underperforming players and want to overhaul your squad.
• You want to take advantage of a favorable run of fixtures for your desired players.

Conclusion

Both the Free Hit and the Wildcard are valuable chips that can enhance a manager’s chances of success in FPL. The key is to understand the benefits and limitations of each chip and to use them strategically to maximize their impact.