Christopher Jeffrey Richards (born March 28, 2000) is an American soccer player who plays as a defender for FC Bayern Munich II at the 3. Liga.
Born in Birmingham, Alabama, Richards joined FC Dallas Academy in 2017 after spending some time with Texans SC Houston. On April 12, 2018, he signed a contract with FC Dallas becoming their 22nd Homegrown Player. In May 2018, Richards, alongside FC Dallas colleague Thomas Roberts, went to a 10-days trial at FC Bayern Munich as part of an agreement between the two clubs. Due to his performance, in July he was offered a one-year loan with the German club. On July 21, 2018, Richards debuted for Bayern senior team at the 2018 International Champions Cup, replacing Sandro Wagner in the 62nd minute of the 3–1 win against Paris Saint-Germain F.C. During the 2018/2019 season, he spent time with Bayern München U19s becoming a team regular starter and getting praises for his aerial abilities and his passing skills. On January 19, 2019, Richards signed a $1.5 million permanent contract with FC Bayern Munich. On August 19, 2019, he made his professional debut when he started for FC Bayern Munich II at the 3. Liga in their 2–1 away win against Hallescher FC.