Crystal Palace vs West Ham Prediction and Betting Tips
Crystal Palace vs West Ham Prediction and Betting Tips for this Monday, April 20, 2026. This London clash kicks off at 20:00 GMT under the bright lights at Selhurst Park. Fans can watch the broadcast live on NBC or Peacock. Explore Our Premier League Stats to find the best edge.
Palace enters with 10 points from 5 games but spent Thursday night partying in Florence. West Ham has 7 points and fights to stay above the drop. Statistically, Palace averages 1.0 goal at home. Will fatigue hinder Glasner's side after their European celebrations in Italy? It is hard to say.
Crystal Palace vs West Ham Key Facts and Stats
Palace is currently unbeaten in three home matches while picking up ten points recently.
Both teams have scored in half of the matches involving Crystal Palace this season.
West Ham United has seen over 1.5 goals in 94 percent of away games.
The Eagles recently secured a spot in the Conference League semi-finals despite losing.
Darren England will be the man in charge for this crucial London derby match.
Palace players were spotted celebrating in Florence just days before this important league fixture.
3rd best for corners conceded at home with only 3.94 per match.
Strong recent form with 10 points collected from the last 5 fixtures.
Unbeaten in the last 3 matches played at Selhurst Park stadium.
Solid defense conceding only 1.19 goals per home match this season.
- Crystal Palace's Weaknesses
Weak attack at home with an average of only 1.0 goals scored.
Low average of fouls won with only 9.88 per home match.
Missing key players Adam Wharton and Edward Nketiah due to recent injuries.
League Position
17
+ West Ham's Strengths
High percentage of spectacular matches with 94 percent seeing over 1.5 goals.
Aggressive style of play reflected in 11.19 fouls won per away game.
Jarrod Bowen leading the attack with 8 goals scored so far this season.
Dangerous on target with 3.31 shots finding the mark despite few attempts.
- West Ham's Weaknesses
Worst for corners conceded away from home with 7.0 per match.
Poor offensive output with only 9.81 shots taken per away match.
Match Preview
Palace is buzzing after reaching the Conference League semi-finals. However, the viral videos of Dean Henderson dancing in Italy suggest the squad enjoyed their success. Glasner admitted he let them party. Will they have enough energy left for a physical London derby on Monday night? It's a risk.
Jean-Philippe Mateta is the man to watch with 10 goals this season. He averages 0.46 goals per 90 minutes and remains their sharpest tool. With Adam Wharton sidelined, the creative burden falls on Eberechi Eze, who has 6 goals and a 0.35 average per 90. They look thin.
Defensively, they are quite disciplined, ranking 3rd for fewest corners conceded at home. They only allow 3.94 corners per match. Still, without Lacroix, the backline might struggle against Bowen. They must avoid a repeat of the 2-0 loss Glasner suffered with Frankfurt after partying. Still, anything can happen.
West Ham is desperate. Nuno's men are only two points clear of the bottom three. They likely will use a 4-2-3-1 to keep things tight. With 94 percent of their away games seeing over 1.5 goals, expect at least some action at Selhurst Park on Monday night.
Jarrod Bowen leads their scoring with 8 goals, though his per 90 average is a modest 0.25. Crysencio Summerville is another threat with 5 goals. They don't shoot often, averaging under 10 shots per match, so they must be clinical to beat Dean Henderson. It won't be easy.
Discipline is a concern for the Hammers, especially Lucas Paqueta. He has 7 cards and averages 0.41 per 90 minutes. They cannot afford a red card in this Crystal Palace vs West Ham Prediction and Betting Tips scenario if they want to survive this tough relegation fight.
Crystal Palace secured their first-ever European semi-final berth following a 4-2 aggregate triumph over Fiorentina. Despite a narrow second-leg defeat, the Eagles celebrated in Florence, with goalkeeper Dean Henderson joining traveling supporters on the streets. Manager Oliver Glasner sanctioned the festivities, drawing on his Europa League experience to reward his squad. Palace now prepares for a vital Premier League clash against West Ham.
K. Walker-Peters, K. Mavropanos, A. Disasi, E. H. M. Diouf
MF
T. Souček, M. Fernandes J. Bowen, P. Felipe, C. Summerville
FW
V. Castellanos
OUT
Ł. Fabiański(OUT),
Referee
Darren ENGLAND
Prediction
X2 @1.60
Crystal Palace players were seen celebrating in Florence until the early hours after their European triumph. While morale is high, the physical toll of travel and partying often leads to a drop in performance. Historically, teams struggle in the league immediately following a big European night. West Ham enters Selhurst Park fully rested and motivated by their urgent need to secure Premier League safety.
The statistics show that West Ham away matches frequently feature goals, with 94 percent seeing over 1.5 goals. While Palace is unbeaten in 3 home games, they are missing key players like Adam Wharton and Edward Nketiah. West Ham likely utilizes a counter-attacking 4-2-3-1 setup that exploits tired legs. Given these factors, betting on a West Ham win or a draw offers the best value.
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FAQ – Crystal Palace vs West Ham Prediction
Who is the favorite in the Crystal Palace vs West Ham match?
Palace is in better form, but their recent European trip and celebrations might give West Ham a chance to grab a result.
Where can I watch the Crystal Palace vs West Ham live?
The Crystal Palace vs West Ham Premier League match will be broadcast live on NBC and Peacock in the USA.
What time does Crystal Palace vs West Ham start?
Kick-off is scheduled for 20:00 (GMT) on Monday, April 20, 2026.
Which referee is officiating Crystal Palace vs West Ham?
The match at Selhurst Park will be officiated by Darren England.
Are there any major injuries for Crystal Palace?
Yes, Palace will be without Adam Wharton, Cheick Doucouré, and Edward Nketiah for this Monday night fixture.
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