Crystal Palace - Chelsea

Regular Season - 24
Kickoff: 2024-02-12 10:00

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Crystal Palace - Chelsea Predictions

Prediction: Draw or Chelsea
Best odds: 1.30
Prediction: Over 1.5

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

Premier League standings

Rank Team MP W D L GF GA GD Pts
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