FPL season is imminent
(Image credit: Serena Taylor/Newcastle United via Getty Images)In Fantasy Premier League, a Free Hit can help transform your team. But not for long.
The Free Hit is one of your chips, alongside the Wildcard, the Triple Captain and Bench Boost. But when should you use it?
Fear not, we have the complete guide. It can be a lifesaver in FPL.
FPL: How a Free Hit works in Fantasy Premier League
A Free Hit can be used to make as many FPL transfers as you want. It only lasts for a week, however, as your team will revert back to how it looked the week before.
You can use it once a season to make unlimited transfers to your 15-man squad and like the Wildcard, the Free Hit is used when confirming transfers. It cannot be cancelled once confirmed.
Any free transfers you’ve already made for that gameweek will be forfeited. You'll then receive the usual one free transfer for the next gameweek, as your squad reverts to its original state, and price changes remain unaffected by using the Free Hit.
So when should you use your Free Hit? That’s entirely your decision. Some managers opt to use the chip for a change of pace for a week, while others wait for a double gameweek to bring in players who will play twice in that period.
Injuries and suspensions can also severely impact your squad, making the Free Hit invaluable. This chip is especially useful for short-term strategies. While much of FPL involves planning for future gameweeks, the Free Hit allows you to focus solely on the upcoming gameweek for immediate benefits.
More Fantasy Premier League stories
You can play Fantasy Premier League online on the Premier League website, or on the Premier League app, which is available on iOS and Android. Still missing something? Here's everything you need to know about FPL, including FourFourTwo's guides on the game. Enjoy!
