Crystal Palace - Chelsea

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• Substitutions

90'		1 - 2	Goal	C. Gallagher	C. Palmer (Assist)
47'		1 - 1	Goal	C. Gallagher	M. Gusto (Assist)
30'		1 - 0	Goal	J. Lerma

90'		A. Disasi
79'		D. Muñoz	Roughing
70'		J. Lerma	Unsportsmanlike conduct

84'			In:	Matheus França	Out:	O. Édouard
84'			In:	M. Gusto	Out:	A. Gilchrist
79'			In:	W. Hughes	Out:	N. Ahamada
79'			In:	N. Jackson	Out:	R. Sterling
61'			In:	Thiago Silva	Out:	L. Colwill
46'			In:	N. Madueke	Out:	C. Nkunku

Crystal Palace - Chelsea Predictions

Prediction: Draw or Chelsea

Best odds: 1.30

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Prediction: Over 1.5

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As the Premier League action unfolds, all eyes turn to Selhurst Park where Crystal Palace will host Chelsea in a clash that has the makings of a classic encounter. With predictions pointing towards a potential win or draw for the visitors, the match promises to be a tactical battle with fine margins deciding the outcome. Will Chelsea's recent surge in form see them through, or will Palace hold their ground at home? Let's delve into the key players and statistics that could shape this enthralling fixture.

Crystal Palace's Key Players

For the Eagles, the spotlight shines on Jean-Philippe Mateta, whose rating of 6.76 underscores his importance to the team's attacking dynamics. With 7 shots on target from 10 attempts and a contribution of 3 assists, Mateta's precision in the final third could be crucial. In the midfield, Jeffrey Schlupp brings a rating of 6.80 to the fray. Schlupp's ability to create opportunities is evident from his 15 key passes, and he will be expected to drive the team's play through the center of the park. On the defensive end, Tyrick Mitchell, with a rating of 6.89, stands as a pillar in the backline. His 2 assists from a defensive position are a testament to his dual role in the team's structure.

Chelsea's Key Players

Chelsea, on the other hand, will rely on the likes of Armando Broja to lead their attack. Despite a modest rating of 6.58, Broja's potential to turn a game on its head cannot be underestimated. In midfield, Carney Chukwuemeka, with a rating of 6.75, will be tasked with crafting chances and maintaining possession. His performance could be a barometer for Chelsea's control over the match. The defense will be marshaled by Axel Disasi, who carries a rating of 6.83 and will be key in thwarting Palace's forays forward.

Recent Form

Crystal Palace's form has been mixed, with a pattern of WLWLD over their last five games, indicating inconsistency. Sitting at 14th in the table with 24 points, they've had a challenging season so far. Chelsea, despite currently ranking 10th, have shown signs of resurgence with a recent form reading LWWWL. With 31 points, they are in a better position to climb up the league standings, provided they maintain their momentum.

Head-to-Head History

The head-to-head record between these two sides adds an extra layer of intrigue to the match. Their last three encounters have all ended in favor of Chelsea, with the scores reading 2-1, 1-0, and 2-1 respectively. The most recent match on December 27, 2023, saw Chelsea edge past Crystal Palace at their home ground, suggesting a psychological edge for the Blues.

Prediction

Taking all factors into account, the prediction leans towards an away advantage, with a "Double chance: draw or Chelsea" being the advised outcome. The percentages from predictions are evenly split at 45% for both a draw and an away win, indicating a tight contest. Chelsea's form away from home and their complete dominance in head-to-head clashes give them the edge, but Crystal Palace's resilience at Selhurst Park cannot be discounted.

In conclusion, this match is poised on a knife-edge with key battles across the pitch set to decide the fate of the teams. With Mateta, Schlupp, and Mitchell carrying the hopes of the Palace faithful, and Broja, Chukwuemeka, and Disasi looking to cement Chelsea's ascendancy, a captivating encounter awaits. Ultimately, the prediction suggests siding with Chelsea's recent form and head-to-head record, but expect Crystal Palace to put up a fierce fight in this Premier League showdown.

Prediction probabilities

Strength

40%

60%

Attacking Potential

47%

53%

Defensive Potential

44%

56%

Poisson Distribution

45%

55%

Stregth H2H

0%

100%

Goals H2H

20%

80%

Wins the game

39%

61%

Crystal Palace - Chelsea Head to Head

12/02	Crystal Palace	1 - 3	Chelsea
27/12	Chelsea	2 - 1	Crystal Palace
15/01	Chelsea	1 - 0	Crystal Palace
01/10	Crystal Palace	1 - 2	Chelsea

Premier League standings

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