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B.Fernandes vs Wirtz

Head-to-head FPL comparison for 2025/26. Stats, fixtures, and transfer trends.

B.Fernandes currently has the edge on form (5 vs 3.3), while B.Fernandes leads on total points (199 vs 113). At £10.3m vs £8.3m, Wirtz is the budget-friendly choice.

B.Fernandes
B.Fernandes
MUN MUN · Midfielder
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Wirtz
Wirtz
LIV LIV · Midfielder

Stats Comparison

B.Fernandes Stat Wirtz
£10.3m Price £8.3m
199 Total Points 113
5.0 Form 3.3
6.6 Pts/Game 3.9
45.4% Ownership 9.1%
8 Goals 4
19 Assists 4
10.38 xG 5.97
9.60 xA 4.86
320.5 ICT Index 192.5
36 Bonus 16
2615 Minutes 2153
25,464 Net Transfers 2,265

Fixture Difficulty (Next 6 GWs)

PlayerClubGW34GW35GW36GW37GW38Avg
B.FernandesMUNMUN BRE (H) LIV (H) SUN (A) NFO (H) BHA (A) 3.0
WirtzLIVLIV CRY (H) MUN (A) CHE (H) AVL (A) BRE (H) 3.4

Verdict

B.Fernandes is the clear pick. B.Fernandes dominates this matchup across nearly every metric — form, fixtures, and output all favour the switch if you currently own Wirtz.

  • Form: B.Fernandes is the in-form pick at 5 vs 3.3. Solid recent returns.
  • Fixtures: B.Fernandes has the easier upcoming run (avg FDR 3.0 vs 3.4). A noticeable advantage that could translate to returns.
  • Value: B.Fernandes returns 19.3 points per £1m vs Wirtz's 13.6. B.Fernandes is the better value pick, and the £2.0m price gap frees budget for upgrades elsewhere.
  • Goal threat: B.Fernandes has more goal involvements (27 vs 8 G+A). Expected stats also back B.Fernandes on xG.
  • Transfer trend: B.Fernandes has stronger transfer momentum (+25,464 net vs 2,265). The crowd is moving but no price change is imminent.
  • Ownership: B.Fernandes is the template pick at 45.4% — safe but offers limited rank gains. Wirtz (9.1%) is the differential with more upside.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is better in FPL, B.Fernandes or Wirtz?
Based on current form, B.Fernandes has the edge with a form rating of 5. However, B.Fernandes has 199 total points vs Wirtz's 113.
Should I pick B.Fernandes or Wirtz for FPL?
B.Fernandes costs £10.3m with 45.4% ownership, while Wirtz costs £8.3m with 9.1% ownership. Consider upcoming fixtures and your budget.
B.Fernandes vs Wirtz: who has better fixtures?
Check the fixture difficulty comparison below. The player with more green (easy) fixtures in the next 6 gameweeks has a schedule advantage.

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