Crystal Palace vs Bournemouth: Betting Odds, Lineups, Predictions, Preview

Explore our detailed preview for Crystal Palace vs Bournemouth in the Premier League. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 15:00 BST match.

Fixture: Crystal Palace vs Bournemouth
Date: Saturday 19 April 2025
Kick-off: 15:00 BST
Venue: Selhurst Park

The match at Selhurst Park promises to be a closely contested affair, with both teams looking to secure crucial points for their respective ambitions. Crystal Palace will look to capitalise on their strong home form, while Bournemouth will be eager to bounce back from their recent inconsistencies.

Expect Palace to control possession and create numerous chances, with Eze and Mateta leading the charge. Bournemouth, on the other hand, will rely on quick counter-attacks, with Evanilson and Semenyo looking to exploit any defensive lapses.

Given Palace's home advantage and Bournemouth's injury concerns, the Eagles might edge this encounter.

Match Prediction: Crystal Palace 2-1 Bournemouth

Crystal Palace have shown a mixed bag of results in their recent outings, but the Eagles have been particularly strong at home, recording three straight home wins in the Premier League. 

Their offensive prowess has been evident, with Jean-Philippe Mateta leading the charge with 13 Premier League goals this season. However, their away form remains a concern, as highlighted by the heavy defeats at Manchester City and Newcastle.

Last 5 league matches:

• Loss: 0-5 vs Newcastle (A)
• Loss: 2-5 vs Man City (A)
• Win: 2-1 vs Brighton (H)
• Draw: 1-1 vs Southampton (A)
• Win: 1-0 vs Ipswich (H)
  

Bournemouth's recent form has been inconsistent. The Cherries have struggled to find rhythm, particularly at home, where they have lost three of their last five games. 

Despite their recent mixed fortunes, Bournemouth remain in the hunt for European qualification, sitting in eighth place.

Last 5 league matches:

• Win: 1-0 vs Fulham (H)
• Draw: 2-2 vs West Ham (A)
• Loss: 1-2 vs Ipswich (H)
• Loss: 1-2 vs Brentford (H)
• Draw: 2-2 vs Tottenham (A)
  

In their recent encounters, Crystal Palace and Bournemouth have had closely contested matches. Historically, Crystal Palace have a slight edge over Bournemouth, with six wins to Bournemouth's four in 15 meetings. The teams have drawn five times, indicating a competitive rivalry.

• Bournemouth 0-0 Crystal Palace (26 Dec 2024)
• Bournemouth 1-0 Crystal Palace (02 Apr 2024)
• Crystal Palace 0-2 Bournemouth (06 Dec 2023)
• Crystal Palace 2-0 Bournemouth (13 May 2023)
• Bournemouth 0-2 Crystal Palace (31 Dec 2022)
  

• Cheick Doucoure (Knee) - Out
• Chadi Riad (Knee) - Out

A couple of defensive absentees could make Palace slightly less secure than they otherwise would be.

• Enes Unal (Knee) - Out
• Luis Sinisterra (Hamstring) - Doubtful
• Justin Kluivert (Muscle) - Doubtful
• Ryan Christie (Groin) - Out

Bournemouth likely won't be at full strength in their attacking positions, with key men like Kluivert potentially missing out.

Henderson; Guéhi, Lacroix, Richards; Mitchell, Muñoz, Wharton, Lerma; Eze, Sarr; Mateta

Kepa; Kerkez, Senesi, Zabarnyi, Smith; Adams, Cook; Semenyo, Scott, Ouattara; Evanilson

• Eberechi Eze vs Lewis Cook: Eze's creativity and dribbling skills will be crucial for Palace, and Cook's defensive midfield role will be vital in stopping him.
• Jean-Philippe Mateta vs Marcos Senesi: Mateta's goal-scoring form will be tested against Senesi's defensive solidity.
• Eberechi Eze (Crystal Palace): With eight assists, Eze is the creative hub of Palace's attack and will be key in breaking down Bournemouth's defence.
• Evanilson (Bournemouth): Despite recent struggles, Evanilson's nine goals make him a constant threat, and he will look to add to his tally.
  

Crystal Palace have won three of the last four meetings with Bournemouth at Selhurst Park.

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