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FPL Chip Strategy 2025/26

When to use each chip for maximum impact. Updated with confirmed DGW/BGW data.

FPL managers have four chips at their disposal this season: Wildcard (x2), Free Hit, Bench Boost, and Triple Captain. The fixture calendar currently shows double gameweeks in GW26, GW33 and blank gameweeks in GW31, GW34. Timing these chips around DGWs and BGWs is the single biggest edge in FPL season planning.

Your Chips

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Wildcard

Make unlimited free transfers for one gameweek. You get two per season — one in each half.

Strategy

Best used during international breaks or before major fixture swings. Plan transfers 3-4 weeks ahead to maximise value.

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Free Hit

Temporary squad for one gameweek — reverts to your original team after. Transfers don't count.

Strategy

Best saved for blank gameweeks when many of your players don't play. Upcoming BGWs: GW31, GW34.

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Bench Boost

Points from your bench count for one gameweek. Best when all 15 players have good fixtures.

Strategy

Ideal during a double gameweek with 15 playing players. Upcoming DGWs: GW26, GW33. Wildcard → Bench Boost is a popular combo.

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Triple Captain

Your captain earns triple points instead of double for one gameweek.

Strategy

Best on a premium player in a DGW with two easy fixtures. DGW options: GW26, GW33. The player should be in top form and nailed to start.

DGW/BGW Calendar

GameweekTypeTeams
GW26 DGW ARS, WOL
GW33 DGW BOU, BHA, BUR, CHE, LEE, MCI
GW31 BGW ARS, CRY, MCI, WOL
GW34 BGW BOU, BHA, BUR, CHE, LEE, MCI

General Tips

  • Use Wildcard before Bench Boost to fill your bench with DGW players
  • Save Free Hit for the biggest blank gameweek of the season
  • Triple Captain is highest-ceiling on a premium DGW asset like Haaland or Salah
  • Don't waste chips early — patience is rewarded in FPL chip planning

Related

DGW26 GuideDGW33 Guide BGW31 GuideBGW34 Guide Season Hub

How This Works

Double and blank gameweeks are detected by scanning FPL fixture data for teams with 2+ fixtures (DGW) or 0 fixtures (BGW) in a single gameweek. Chip recommendations follow established community strategy: Bench Boost during large DGWs with 15 playing players, Free Hit for the most disruptive BGW, Triple Captain on a premium DGW asset, and Wildcards before major fixture swings.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I use Bench Boost in FPL 2025/26?
Bench Boost is best used during a double gameweek when you have 15 playing players, ideally most with two fixtures. Confirmed DGWs this season: GW26, GW33.
When should I use Free Hit in FPL?
Free Hit is ideal for blank gameweeks when many of your players don't play. Confirmed BGWs: GW31, GW34. It gives you a full squad for one week without permanent transfers.
When should I use Triple Captain in FPL?
Triple Captain is best on a premium player in a double gameweek with two easy fixtures. The player should be in excellent form and nailed to start both matches.
When should I use Wildcard in FPL?
You get two Wildcards per season (one before January, one after). Use them during international breaks or before fixture swings when your squad needs major restructuring. Plan 3-4 weeks ahead of the Wildcard.

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