Should You Use Your Free Hit Chip in Fantasy Premier League Gameweek 29?
Fantasy Premier League (FPL) managers are grappling with a looming decision: whether to utilize their Free hit chip during Gameweek 29, when four teams with popular FPL assets will be on a blank.
Liverpool, Aston Villa, Newcastle, and Crystal Palace will all miss out on Gameweek 29 due to teh Reds and the Magpies’ involvement in the EFL Cup Final. This presents a significant dilemma for FPL managers, as these clubs boast several high-owned players who could otherwise produce valuable points.
Pros of Using Free Hit in Gameweek 29
Blank Gameweeks are generally considered optimal for utilizing the Free Hit chip, allowing managers to field a full 11 players even when others may be short-staffed due to team blanks.
Free Hitting in Gameweek 29 would enable managers to bypass the need to sell, bench, or hold onto often-owned assets from the blank teams. this could free up valuable transfer options to target Double Gameweek 25 assets and capitalize on their favorable fixtures.
Cons of Using Free Hit in Gameweek 29
The primary drawback of using the Free Hit chip in Gameweek 29 is potentially forfeiting its use in a Blank Gameweek 34. While the number of teams affected in Gameweek 34 is uncertain, it’s likely to be more significant due to the FA Cup semifinals.