Fulham vs Crystal Palace: Prediction, Preview & Betting Tips

Fulham’s recent form, in general, and overall head-to-head record against Crystal Palace have led us to favour a win for Fulham in this fixture. Crystal Palace’s away form will mean the Eagles can certainly make the game competitive at the weekend.

The Cottagers have won their last four matches in all competitions; however, defensively, they have failed to keep a clean sheet in their last four games. Fulham are unbeaten in the last six meetings between the two teams, which could come into play at the weekend.

Crystal Palace come into this game, following a 2-1 defeat to Everton but have won their last four away from home, which may cause Fulham some concern. Goals could be on offer both of these sides, with both teams scoring in eight of the last ten fixtures involving Fulham.

We predict a close game between the two London clubs, with Fulham just coming out on top.

Fulham 2-1 Crystal Palace

Fulham host Crystal Palace in a London derby on Saturday, with the hosts looking to continue their momentum up the Premier League table.

Date: 22/02/2025
Location: Craven Cottage, London.
Kick-Off: 3 pm

Fulham’s form this season has shown the progress made under Marco Silva during his time at the club. The Cottagers could be progressing towards the qualification of a potential UEFA Europa Conference League place for next season if their form progresses throughout the season. Fulham are currently in eighth place in the Premier League this season, with 39 points from 25 games played. Fulham have scored 38 goals this season and conceded 33, and can move into seventh place in the Premier League with a win against Crystal Palace and a defeat for Newcastle United.

Crystal Palace have recovered from their early season form, which saw the club linger in the relegation places, and now the Eagles have soared up the table and looked to consolidate their place in the league for next season. Oliver Glasner’s side are in 13th place in the Premier League, with mid-table security looking like the most likely outcome for Crystal Palace this season. Crystal Palace have scored 29 goals this season and conceded 32 in the Premier League.

The reverse meeting between the two teams resulted in a 2-0 win for Fulham thanks to goals from Harry Wilson and Emile Smith-Rowe. Daichi Kamada was sent off for Crystal Palace.

The game will not be available to watch in the UK.

Fulham are expected to be without the likes of Harry Wilson, Reiss Nelson and Kenny Tete for the visit of Crystal Palace.

Crystal Palace will likely be without the likes of Cheick Doucoure, Joel Ward and Chadi Riad for this fixture.

The recent meetings between the two teams would suggest that Fulham will have a psychological advantage heading into this game. Fulham have remained unbeaten in the last six meetings between the two teams, including the previous win earlier this season. Interestingly, Crystal Palace have a good recent record at Craven Cottage, as the Eagles are unbeaten in the last four visits to Fulham.

The Cottagers have won their last four matches in all competitions; however, defensively, they have failed to keep a clean sheet in their last four games. Fulham have recorded impressive victories against Nottingham Forest (2-1), Wigan Athletic (1-2) and Newcastle United (2-1) away from home. In the Premier League, the home side have won three of their last five league games, with a further win against Leicester City (0-2).

At home, on paper Fulham have only lost once in their last five home league games against a disjointed Manchester United (0-1) side. However, they have drawn four of their last six home games. The Cottagers have recorded three draws against Ipswich (2-2), Bournemouth (2-2) and Southampton (0-0).

Crystal Palace are in good form heading into this game, with three wins from their last five games in all competitions. The Eagles have recorded victories against the likes of Doncaster Rovers (0-2), Manchester United (0-2) and West Ham United (0-2). The visitors have suffered two defeats against Brentford (1-2) and Everton (1-2).

Away from home, Crystal Palace have been excellent away from home in the Premier League, with the Eagles last defeat away from home in October against Nottingham Forest. Oliver Glasner’s side have won their last three on their travels against Manchester United, West Ham United and Leicester City (0-2).

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