Question 1

Should I captain Richards in Gameweek 38?

Accepted Answer

Probably not - there are stronger captaincy options available for Gameweek 38, but here is the case for Richards.  Richards has been out of form recently, averaging just 2.0 pts/game over the last 6 gameweeks. Richards faces Arsenal (H) in Gameweek 38 - a difficult fixture on paper, which is the main reason to hesitate.  With only 2.6% ownership, Richards is a genuine differential. A big return here moves you up the overall rankings.  No injury concerns flagged at the time of writing.  With a tough fixture and modest expected points, Richards is not a captain recommendation this week unless your options are limited.

Question 2

Should I transfer Richards in before Gameweek 38?

Accepted Answer

It is worth considering, but the case is not as clear-cut as it might appear.  At £4.4m, Richards has registered 1 goal and 0 assists this season for 128 points in total. Richards has been out of form recently, averaging just 2.0 pts/game over the last 6 gameweeks.  Richards faces Arsenal (H) in Gameweek 38 - a difficult fixture on paper, which is the main reason to hesitate.  The main argument against bringing him in is the price point. At £4.4m, you need to make cuts elsewhere in your squad. Whether that trade-off is worth it depends on who you would be selling and what your budget looks like.  ChatFPL AI can look at your specific squad and tell you whether the transfer makes sense for your team right now.

Question 3

What are Richards's upcoming fixtures?

Accepted Answer

Richards's next fixture is Arsenal (H) in Gameweek 38, rated 4 out of 5 for difficulty - a tough assignment.  Fixture difficulty ratings give you a rough guide but do not account for recent form, home advantage, or how a team has performed against specific opponents this season.  For a full fixture run breakdown across the next several gameweeks, ChatFPL AI can compare Richards's schedule against other premium options in his position.

Question 4

Is Richards worth £4.4m in FPL?

Accepted Answer

It depends on how the rest of your squad is structured.  Richards has scored 128 points at £4.4m this season, with 1 goal and 0 assists. Richards has been out of form recently, averaging just 2.0 pts/game over the last 6 gameweeks.  At 2.6% ownership, there is room to take a different view without it costing rank.  The real question at £4.4m is whether you can afford him without weakening two or three other positions. ChatFPL AI can assess your squad balance and tell you whether the allocation makes sense.

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