Discovering the power of the Free Hit chip in Fantasy Premier League (FPL) can make a big difference for smart managers. This guide breaks down the chip, explaining how to use it wisely and offering helpful tips to make your FPL journey smoother.

What is a Free Hit in FPL?

When you activate the Free Hit chip in FPL, you can make unlimited transfers for one game week. However, these changes are temporary, and your squad reverts back to its original state the following week.

When is the Best Time to Use the Free Hit in FPL?

Double Game Weeks: The Free Hit chip is great for double game weeks, allowing you to maximize the number of players who play twice in one game week. This can boost your score without worrying about future fixtures.

Blank Game Weeks: Blank game weeks occur when teams don’t have a fixture due to cup competitions. Use the Free Hit chip to ensure all your starting 11 players are active, especially if you forgot to plan for the blank game week in advance.

The Power of Saving Your Free Hit

Don’t use your Free Hit without careful consideration. It’s one of the most powerful chips in FPL, and you only get to use it once per season. Often, it’s smart to save it for later in the season when most of the big double game weeks happen. As fixtures get postponed, they’re usually rescheduled in the last few weeks of the season.

Free Hit FAQs

Can You Use Your Free Hit After Making Transfers?

Yes. If you’ve made transfers, you can still use your Free Hit. Even if you took a points penalty for extra transfers, the Free Hit will cancel this penalty.

Does Using the Free Hit Cancel Transfers?

Yes, using the Free Hit will undo any transfers made for that week. Your team will revert to how it was the previous week.

How Many Free Hits Do You Get in FPL?

You get one Free Hit per season in FPL. Once activated, it cannot be canceled, so ensure you definitely want to use it before confirming.

Can You Use Your Free Hit in the Same Week as Triple Captain?

No, you can only use one chip per week. Plan your chip usage in advance, especially for blank or double game weeks.

What is the Difference Between the Wildcard and Free Hit Chips?

The Wildcard is permanent, allowing you to make unlimited transfers that last for the rest of the season. The Free Hit is temporary, reverting your team back to the previous game week’s squad.

Can You Benefit from Price Changes on Your Free Hit?

No, you cannot benefit from price changes with your Free Hit squad. Any player price changes affect your original squad and budget.

Will You Lose Your Rolled Transfers if You Free Hit?

Yes, you will lose your rolled-over free transfer. You will have one free transfer the week after using your Free Hit, regardless of whether you had two saved up.

How to Play Free Hit in FPL

To activate your Free Hit chip, follow these steps:

On Mobile:

  1. Open the FPL app.
  2. Go to the transfers section.
  3. Select the transfers you want to make.
  4. Click next.
  5. On the “confirm” screen, press the “play free hit” button.
  6. Confirm your transfers.

On PC:

  1. Sign into FPL.
  2. Navigate to the transfers section.
  3. Make your desired transfers.
  4. Click next and press the “play free hit” button before confirming.
  5. Confirm your transfers.

If you forget to play the Free Hit before making transfers, don’t worry; you can still activate it. Your team will revert back to the previous game week’s squad.

Conclusion

The Free Hit chip can be a game-changer in your FPL season. Use it wisely, plan your chip usage, and save it for optimal moments to maximize your points.

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