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Cucurella vs Tarkowski

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

Tarkowski currently has the edge on form (3.3 vs 0.8), while Tarkowski leads on total points (146 vs 96). At £6.1m vs £5.7m, Tarkowski is the budget-friendly choice.

Cucurella
Cucurella
CHE CHE · Defender
VS
Tarkowski
Tarkowski
EVE EVE · Defender

Stats Comparison

Cucurella Stat Tarkowski
£6.1m Price £5.7m
96 Total Points 146
0.8 Form 3.3
3.3 Pts/Game 4.6
15.3% Ownership 12.0%
1 Goals 1
3 Assists 1
2.26 xG 2.21
3.07 xA 1.32
128.1 ICT Index 131.9
5 Bonus 9
2256 Minutes 2880
-5,898 Net Transfers 17,634

Fixture Difficulty (Next 6 GWs)

PlayerClubGW33GW35GW36GW37GW38Avg
CucurellaCHECHE BHA (A) NFO (H) LIV (A) TOT (H) SUN (A) 3.0
TarkowskiEVEEVE WHU (A) MCI (H) CRY (A) SUN (H) TOT (A) 2.6

Verdict

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

  • Form: Tarkowski is the in-form pick at 3.3 vs 0.8. Neither is on fire right now.
  • Fixtures: Tarkowski has the easier upcoming run (avg FDR 2.6 vs 3.0). A noticeable advantage that could translate to returns.
  • Value: Cucurella returns 15.7 points per £1m vs Tarkowski's 25.6. Tarkowski is the better value pick.
  • Goal threat: Cucurella has more goal involvements (4 vs 2 G+A). Expected stats also back Cucurella on xG.
  • Transfer trend: Tarkowski has stronger transfer momentum (17,634 net vs -5,898). The crowd is moving but no price change is imminent.
  • Ownership: Both are lower-owned (15.3% vs 12%) — either pick offers differential upside.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is better in FPL, Cucurella or Tarkowski?
Based on current form, Tarkowski has the edge with a form rating of 3.3. However, Cucurella has 96 total points vs Tarkowski's 146.
Should I pick Cucurella or Tarkowski for FPL?
Cucurella costs £6.1m with 15.3% ownership, while Tarkowski costs £5.7m with 12.0% ownership. Consider upcoming fixtures and your budget.
Cucurella vs Tarkowski: 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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