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Palmer vs Cunha

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

Palmer Palmer
CHE CHE · Midfielder
vs
Cunha Cunha
MUN MUN · Midfielder
Matchup verdict

Cunha has the edge right now

Signal
Palmer
Cunha
Form score0-10 current form
Palmer1.3/10
Cunha4.5/10
Total pointsseason total
Palmer106
Cunha143
Fixture ratingavg FDR, lower is easier
Palmer3.0 FDR
Cunha4.0 FDR
Safer pick
Palmer
12.6% owned
Upside pick
Cunha
8.7% owned

Cunha currently has the edge on form (4.5 vs 1.3), while Cunha leads on total points (143 vs 106). At £10.3m vs £8.1m, Cunha is the budget-friendly choice.

Stats Comparison

Palmer Stat Cunha
£10.3m Price £8.1m
106 Total Points 143
1.3 Form 4.5
4.2 Pts/Game 4.3
12.6% Ownership 8.7%
9 Goals 10
2 Assists 4
10.34 xG 6.90
2.47 xA 3.36
141.0 ICT Index 202.5
9 Bonus 14
1864 Minutes 2493
3,810 Net Transfers 39,650

Fixture Difficulty (Next 6 GWs)

PlayerClubGW38Avg
PalmerCHECHE SUN (A) 3.0
CunhaMUNMUN BHA (A) 4.0

Verdict

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

  • Form: Cunha is the in-form pick at 4.5 vs 1.3. Neither is on fire right now.
  • Fixtures: Palmer has the easier upcoming run (avg FDR 3.0 vs 4.0). A noticeable advantage that could translate to returns.
  • Value: Palmer returns 10.3 points per £1m vs Cunha's 17.7. Cunha is the better value pick, and the £2.2m price gap frees budget for upgrades elsewhere.
  • Goal threat: Cunha has more goal involvements (14 vs 11 G+A). Expected stats also back Palmer on xG.
  • Transfer trend: Cunha has stronger transfer momentum (39,650 net vs 3,810). The crowd is moving but no price change is imminent.
  • Ownership: Both are lower-owned (12.6% vs 8.7%) — either pick offers differential upside.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is better in FPL, Palmer or Cunha?
Based on current form, Cunha has the edge with a form rating of 4.5. However, Palmer has 106 total points vs Cunha's 143.
Should I pick Palmer or Cunha for FPL?
Palmer costs £10.3m with 12.6% ownership, while Cunha costs £8.1m with 8.7% ownership. Consider upcoming fixtures and your budget.
Palmer vs Cunha: 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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