Selhurst Park will host a Premier League clash between Crystal Palace and high-flying Liverpool. As the two teams prepare to face off, the stakes couldn’t be higher for both.
Crystal Palace is desperate for points, sitting perilously close to the relegation zone, while Liverpool seeks to maintain their dominant start to the season and solidify their spot at the top of the table.
With both teams heading into this game on contrasting forms, this promises to be an intriguing battle.
Crystal Palace Preview
Crystal Palace is struggling to find form this season, currently sitting 18th in the Premier League table. With no wins in their last five matches (three draws and two losses), the pressure is mounting on Oliver Glasgner’s men.
The Eagles have scored four goals but conceded seven in this period, highlighting their defensive frailties and lack of cutting edge in front of goal.
Their most recent game saw them take an early lead against Everton, only to falter in the second half and lose 2-1. Despite some moments of promise, Palace was unable to hold off the rejuvenated Toffees, who rallied in the second half to overturn the deficit.
Eberechi Eze continues to be their standout player, averaging 1.2 shots on target per match, and will be key to their attacking efforts.
At home, Palace has also struggled, failing to win any of their three games (two draws, one loss), scoring just twice and conceding four goals. With injuries further hampering their squad, it’s unclear how they will cope with the intense pressure from Liverpool.
Crystal Palace Last Five Matches:
- Played: 5
- Wins: 0
- Draws: 3
- Losses: 2
- Goals Scored: 4
- Goals Conceded: 7
- Points: 3
Liverpool Preview
Liverpool comes into this game sitting at the top of the table, having won four of their last five matches. Arne Slot’s side has been lethal in front of goal, scoring 13 times in their last five outings while conceding just two.
Their last game was a 2-1 win over Wolves, where Mohamed Salah’s penalty secured three points following a brief scare from the hosts.
Away from home, Liverpool has been equally impressive, winning all three of their away matches this season. They’ve scored seven goals and conceded just one, making them the second-best team on the road behind Chelsea.
The likes of Salah, Jota, and Gakpo have been instrumental in their attack, and with a solid defense that has kept the most clean sheets in the league, they are firm favorites heading into this fixture.
Liverpool Last Five Matches:
- Played: 5
- Wins: 4
- Draws: 0
- Losses: 1
- Goals Scored: 10
- Goals Conceded: 2
- Points: 12
Injury News
Crystal Palace Injuries:
- Chadi Riad (Knee injury, expected return early December 2024)
- Cheick Oumar Doucouré (Toe injury, expected return late October 2024)
- Chris Richards (Hamstring injury, expected return late October 2024)
- Matheus Franca (Broken rib, expected return early October 2024)
Liverpool Injuries:
- Darwin Nunez (Illness, doubtful for this fixture)
- Harvey Elliott (Broken foot, expected return late October 2024)
Crystal Palace vs. Liverpool Head-to-Head
In the last 25 meetings between these two sides, Liverpool has dominated, winning 17 matches, while Crystal Palace has managed just five victories, with three ending in draws.
The last few encounters have been particularly one-sided, with Liverpool taking control in most of the recent matchups.
Head-to-Head Record:
- Crystal Palace Wins: 5
- Liverpool Wins: 17
- Draws: 3
Crystal Palace vs. Liverpool Predicted Lineups
Crystal Palace Predicted Lineup (3-5-2):
Henderson; Lacroix, Marc Guéhi, Chalobah, Mitchell; Wharton, Kamada, Munoz; Eze, Mateta, Nketiah
Liverpool Predicted Lineup (4-3-3):
Alisson; Alexander-Arnold, Konate, Van Dijk, Robertson; Mac Allister, Szoboszlai, Gravenberch; Salah, Luiz Diaz, Jota
Crystal Palace vs. Liverpool Who Will Win? & Score Prediction
Liverpool, with their clinical form and rock-solid defense, head into this game as overwhelming favorites. Crystal Palace, on the other hand, has struggled to find consistency, particularly in defense, which could make it a tough task to stop Liverpool’s potent attack.
Prediction:
Crystal Palace 1-3 Liverpool
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