Bournemouth - Crystal Palace

Regular Season - 31
Kickoff: 2024-04-02 09:45

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Bournemouth - Crystal Palace Predictions

Prediction: Bournemouth or draw
Best odds: 1.29

As the Premier League gears up for another enthralling encounter, all eyes turn to the Vitality Stadium where Bournemouth will lock horns with Crystal Palace on a crisp Tuesday evening. Both sides sit neck and neck in the standings, making the predictions for this match-up a tantalizing prospect for fans and analysts alike.

Key Players for Bournemouth Bournemouth will be relying on the prowess of their attacking talent to break down a resolute Crystal Palace defense. One such talent is Justin Dean Kluivert, whose agility and pace on the wings have earned him a rating of 6.60. Despite only finding the net twice this season, Kluivert's tendency to take on defenders with 10 shots on target could prove decisive.

In the midfield, David Robert Brooks stands out with a commendable rating of 6.74. His ability to create chances, as evidenced by his 7 key passes and an assist, could be the key to unlocking Palace's defense. Upfront, Kieffer Roberto Francisco Moore will be another crucial figure. With a rating of 6.74 and a goal to his name, Moore's physical presence could trouble the visitors.

Key Players for Crystal Palace Crystal Palace, on the other hand, boasts its own set of game-changers. Jean-Philippe Mateta, with a team-high rating of 6.77, has been a revelation in attack. His 3 goals and 4 assists are a testament to his influence in the final third.

In the engine room, Jeffrey Schlupp has been a consistent performer, amassing a rating of 6.80. His contribution of 1 goal and 1 assist from midfield could be vital in this mid-table clash. Lastly, the defensive solidity provided by Tyrick Kwon Mitchell, with a rating of 6.84 and 2 assists from the back, will be essential to keep Bournemouth's attackers at bay.

Recent Form

Recent form can often be a precursor to match outcomes, and here, both teams have shown inconsistency. Bournemouth's last five games have seen them struggle, with a record of LDLDD, signaling a potential vulnerability. Crystal Palace, with a slightly better record of WDLLW, will aim to capitalize on their recent win to build momentum.

Head-to-Head History

Past encounters can provide valuable insights, and the head-to-head record between these two is evenly poised. In their last meeting on December 6, 2023, Bournemouth emerged victorious with a 2-0 win at Crystal Palace's ground. However, the fixture before that, on May 13, 2023, saw Palace even the score with a 2-0 win at home. The match prior to that, on December 31, 2022, again favored Palace with a 2-0 win at Bournemouth, suggesting that away teams have had the upper hand in recent fixtures.

Prediction

With both teams sharing identical points and a similar goals difference, this match promises to be a closely contested affair. The absence of a clear favorite, as per the predictions, indicates that the match could swing either way. However, considering the recent form and the head-to-head history, this encounter might lean slightly towards Crystal Palace, who have shown a bit more resilience and have had the upper hand in recent away fixtures against Bournemouth.

The battle between Kluivert and Mitchell on the flanks, as well as the midfield tussle involving Brooks and Schlupp, will be critical in determining the flow of the game. Yet, the decisive factor could be the clinical finishing of Mateta for Palace, who seems to have the edge over his counterparts.

In a game that is likely to be defined by fine margins, a draw seems a plausible outcome, but with Crystal Palace's slight edge in form and historical away performance, they might just clinch a narrow victory. Expect a tight match, with a potential for a single goal to separate the two sides by the final whistle.

Prediction probabilities

Strength

63%
38%

Attacking Potential

59%
41%

Defensive Potential

46%
54%

Poisson Distribution

57%
43%

Stregth H2H

29%
71%

Goals H2H

25%
75%

Wins the game

47%
54%

Bournemouth - Crystal Palace Head to Head

Premier League standings

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1 Arsenal players, news and schedule Arsenal 31 22 5 4 75 24 51 71
2 Liverpool players, news and schedule Liverpool 31 21 8 2 72 30 42 71
3 Manchester City players, news and schedule Manchester City 31 21 7 3 71 31 40 70
4 Aston Villa players, news and schedule Aston Villa 32 18 6 8 66 49 17 60
5 Tottenham players, news and schedule Tottenham 30 17 6 7 62 44 18 57
6 Manchester United players, news and schedule Manchester United 31 15 4 12 45 46 -1 49
7 West Ham players, news and schedule West Ham 32 13 9 10 52 56 -4 48
8 Newcastle players, news and schedule Newcastle 31 14 5 12 65 52 13 47
9 Chelsea players, news and schedule Chelsea 29 12 7 10 53 50 3 43
10 Brighton players, news and schedule Brighton 31 11 10 10 51 49 2 43
11 Wolves players, news and schedule Wolves 31 12 6 13 44 49 -5 42
12 Bournemouth players, news and schedule Bournemouth 31 11 8 12 45 55 -10 41
13 Fulham players, news and schedule Fulham 32 11 6 15 47 51 -4 39
14 Crystal Palace players, news and schedule Crystal Palace 31 7 9 15 36 54 -18 30
15 Everton players, news and schedule Everton 31 9 8 14 32 42 -10 29
16 Brentford players, news and schedule Brentford 32 7 8 17 45 58 -13 29
17 Nottingham Forest players, news and schedule Nottingham Forest 31 7 8 16 39 53 -14 25
18 Luton players, news and schedule Luton 32 6 7 19 45 65 -20 25
19 Burnley players, news and schedule Burnley 32 4 7 21 32 67 -35 19
20 Sheffield Utd players, news and schedule Sheffield Utd 30 3 6 21 28 80 -52 15