Crystal Palace vs Fulham Prediction Premier League 01.01.2026
Crystal Palace vs Fulham Prediction Premier League
Crystal Palace vs Fulham Prediction and Betting Tips for Matchday 19 of the English Premier League, scheduled for January 01, 2026, at 17:30 GMT. The match will be broadcast live on Sky Go and NOW TV. This traditional New Year’s Day clash takes place at Selhurst Park, with both London sides sitting level on 26 points in the standings. It is a massive opportunity for either club to leapfrog their neighbor and start the new year with a statement of intent. In this article, you’ll discover Premier League Predictions from XpertStats tipsters.
- Crystal Palace average exactly one goal per match when playing in front of their home fans.
- Fulham have shown strong scoring form away from home, averaging 1.11 goals per league contest.
- Both teams have found the net in 67% of Fulham’s away matches so far this season.
- The Eagles concede an average of 1.22 goals per game when hosting opponents at Selhurst Park.
- Fulham’s away fixtures are lively, with 89% of those matches featuring more than 1.5 total goals.
- Discipline is a factor, as Crystal Palace matches average roughly 4.11 cards per single game lately.
Crystal Palace enter this contest in a bit of a funk, having lost their last three league outings. Oliver Glasner’s men were arguably the better side against Tottenham on Sunday, but a 1-0 defeat left them frustrated once again. Their defensive solidity has wavered, with the Eagles failing to keep a clean sheet in their last five matches across all competitions. Still, they can point to a decent recent record against Fulham, having beaten them 2-1 earlier this December. Can they find that same spark at home? It is hard to say how this will end if their finishing does not improve quickly.
Fulham are weighing up an improved bid for PSV Eindhoven striker Ricardo Pepi after seeing an initial £26 million proposal rejected. While Marco Silva has explored alternatives like Moise Kean, the prolific USA international remains a primary target. PSV, who value "El Toro" closer to £40 million, are reluctant to sell their star forward as he continues his impressive scoring form in the Eredivisie.
| GK | D. Henderson |
| DF | M. Guehi, M. Lacroix, J. Lerma |
| MF | T. Mitchell, W. Hughes, A. Wharton, N. Clyne Y. Pino, E. Nketiah |
| FW | J. Mateta |
| OUT |
C. Kporha(QUES),
C. Richards(QUES),
C. Doucoure(OUT),
D. Kamada(OUT),
D. Munoz(OUT),
C. Riad(OUT),
I. Sarr(OUT),
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| GK | B. Leno |
| DF | A. Robinson, J. Cuenca, J. Andersen, K. Tete |
| MF | S. Lukic, S. Berge Kevin, E. Smith Rowe, H. Wilson |
| FW | R. Jimenez |
| OUT |
C. Bassey(OUT),
S. Chukwueze(OUT),
A. Iwobi(OUT),
R. Muniz Carvalho(OUT),
R. Sessegnon(OUT),
|
The current momentum heavily favors the visitors in this London derby. Fulham ended the calendar year with three consecutive Premier League victories, demonstrating a level of clinical finishing and defensive resilience that Crystal Palace currently lacks. While Palace have struggled with a three-match losing streak, Fulham have found their rhythm, especially away from home where they average 1.11 goals per game. Statistically, Fulham’s away matches see Both Teams to Score (BTTS) in 67% of cases, suggesting they are always competitive and capable of finding the net even when under pressure. Furthermore, Palace have failed to keep a clean sheet in their last five matches across all competitions. Given that both teams are level on 26 points, Fulham's superior form and the fact that they have avoided defeat in several recent away fixtures make the X2 double chance a very logical and statistically supported selection for this New Year's Day clash.
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FAQ – Crystal Palace vs Fulham Prediction
Who is the favorite to win between Crystal Palace and Fulham?
While Crystal Palace have the home advantage, Fulham's recent three-match winning streak makes them the form team heading into this London derby.
Where can I watch Crystal Palace vs Fulham live?
The Crystal Palace vs Fulham Premier League match will be broadcast live on Sky Go and NOW TV.
What time does Crystal Palace vs Fulham start?
Kick-off is scheduled for 17:30 (GMT) on Thursday, January 01, 2026.
What is the most likely outcome based on stats?
Given Palace's recent losses and Fulham's away scoring consistency, a draw or a narrow Fulham win (X2) is statistically supported.
