Chris Richards
Crystal Palace/D/
United StatesPlayer Info
Chris Richards has rapidly developed into a key defensive asset for Crystal Palace in the English Premier League and a regular for the United States Men's National Team. The 25-year-old center-back, born on March 28, 2000, combines a formidable 188 cm frame with excellent technical ability for a defender. His career began in the U.S. before a pivotal move to Bayern Munich's youth setup honed his skills. After loan spells at Hoffenheim, he secured a permanent transfer to Crystal Palace, where he has become a mainstay in a defensively resolute side. Richards is praised for his composure on the ball, strong aerial duels, and ability to play as both a central defender and right-back. With a market value of €25 million, he is considered one of the USA's most promising defensive exports. His performances at Selhurst Park have been instrumental, marking him as a defender with the potential to reach the very top of the game.
Overview
Honors
Main Position
Strengths
Weaknesses
Transfer History
2022/07/26
FC Bayern Munich
Crystal Palace12000000€
Transfer
2022/06/29
TSG HoffenheimFC Bayern MunichLoan Ended
2021/08/30
FC Bayern MunichTSG HoffenheimLoan
2021/06/29
TSG HoffenheimFC Bayern MunichLoan Ended
2021/01/31
FC Bayern MunichTSG Hoffenheim250000€
Loan
2020/06/30
Bayern Munchen IIFC Bayern MunichSigned
Matches
Competition
Time
Round
Home
VS
Away
HT
Rating
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Statistics
Crystal Palace
UEFA ECL2025-2026
Matches
Games Played
6
Games Started
5
Minutes Per Game
495
Offensive Data
Goals(PK)
0
Assists
-
Scoring Freguency(Minutes)
-
Shots Per Game
5
Accurate Passes Per Game
314
Key Passes Per Game
3
Accurate Long Balls Per Game
15
Accurate Crosses Per Game
2
Success Dribbles Per Game
3
Defense Data
Tackles Per Game
19
Interceptions Per Game
8
Clearances Per Game
22
Block Shots Per Game
-
Other Data
Yellow Cards
0
Yellow-Red
-
Red Cards
0
Turnovers Per Game
-
Fouls Per Game
7
Be Fouled Per Game
1