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Semenyo vs Rice
Head-to-head FPL comparison for 2025/26. Stats, fixtures, and transfer trends.
Rice currently has the edge on form (3 vs 1.3), while Semenyo leads on total points (178 vs 169). At £8.2m vs £7.2m, Rice is the budget-friendly choice.
Semenyo
MCI · Midfielder
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Rice
ARS · Midfielder
Stats Comparison
| Semenyo | Stat | Rice |
|---|---|---|
| £8.2m | Price | £7.2m |
| 178 | Total Points | 169 |
| 1.3 | Form | 3.0 |
| 5.7 | Pts/Game | 5.3 |
| 55.5% | Ownership | 24.2% |
| 15 | Goals | 4 |
| 6 | Assists | 9 |
| 10.25 | xG | 3.15 |
| 2.39 | xA | 6.83 |
| 224.0 | ICT Index | 202.7 |
| 17 | Bonus | 23 |
| 2770 | Minutes | 2760 |
| -56,867 | Net Transfers | 10,322 |
Fixture Difficulty (Next 6 GWs)
Verdict
Rice gets the edge. While both are strong midfielder options, Rice currently offers the better combination of form, fixtures, and value.
- Form: Rice is the in-form pick at 3 vs 1.3. Neither is on fire right now.
- Fixtures: Rice has the easier upcoming run (avg FDR 2.4 vs 2.8). That's a dream run — prioritise assets from that squad.
- Value: Semenyo returns 21.7 points per £1m vs Rice's 23.5. Rice is the better value pick.
- Goal threat: Semenyo has more goal involvements (21 vs 13 G+A). Expected stats also back Semenyo on xG.
- Transfer trend: Rice has stronger transfer momentum (10,322 net vs -56,867). The crowd is moving but no price change is imminent.
- Ownership: Semenyo is the template pick at 55.5% — safe but offers limited rank gains. Rice (24.2%) is the differential with more upside.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is better in FPL, Semenyo or Rice?
Based on current form, Rice has the edge with a form rating of 3. However, Semenyo has 178 total points vs Rice's 169.
Should I pick Semenyo or Rice for FPL?
Semenyo costs £8.2m with 55.5% ownership, while Rice costs £7.2m with 24.2% ownership. Consider upcoming fixtures and your budget.
Semenyo vs Rice: 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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