Premier League 2025-2026: Crystal Palace vs Bournemouth Prediction

Crystal Palace

Home Team
50%
VS

Bournemouth

Away Team
25%
Draw: 25%
Over 2.5: 53%
Under 2.5: 47%
Goal: 58%
No Goal: 42%

Current Standings

Pos Team Pl W D L GF GA GD Pts
1 Arsenal 7 5 1 1 14 3 11 16
2 Liverpool 7 5 0 2 13 9 4 15
3 Tottenham 7 4 2 1 13 5 8 14
4 Bournemouth 7 4 2 1 11 8 3 14
5 Man City 7 4 1 2 15 6 9 13
6 Crystal Palace 7 3 3 1 9 5 4 12
7 Chelsea 7 3 2 2 13 9 4 11
8 Everton 7 3 2 2 9 7 2 11
9 Sunderland 7 3 2 2 7 6 1 11
10 Man United 7 3 1 3 9 11 -2 10
11 Newcastle 7 2 3 2 6 5 1 9
12 Brighton 7 2 3 2 10 10 0 9
13 Aston Villa 7 2 3 2 6 7 -1 9
14 Fulham 7 2 2 3 8 11 -3 8
15 Leeds 7 2 2 3 7 11 -4 8
16 Brentford 7 2 1 4 9 12 -3 7
17 Nott'm Forest 7 1 2 4 5 12 -7 5
18 Burnley 7 1 1 5 7 15 -8 4
19 West Ham 7 1 1 5 6 16 -10 4
20 Wolves 7 0 2 5 5 14 -9 2

Advanced Metrics (Last 5 games)

Crystal Palace

Average Expected Goals (xG): 2.13
Average Expected Goals Against (xGA): 1.59
# Clean Sheets: 2

Bournemouth

Average Expected Goals (xG): 1.58
Average Expected Goals Against (xGA): 1.52
# Clean Sheets: 2

Key Prediction Insights

The upcoming clash between Crystal Palace and Bournemouth is poised to be an exciting encounter, with Crystal Palace having a 50.0% probability of clinching victory at home. The likelihood of Bournemouth winning stands at 25.0%, with a similar chance for a draw. Interestingly, the game is also predicted to feature over 2.5 goals, with a 53.0% probability. In the league standings, Bournemouth sits comfortably in 4th place, while Crystal Palace is in 6th, showing both teams are in strong positions.

Match Analysis

In recent performances, Crystal Palace has displayed resilience, securing two wins in their last three fixtures. They managed victories against Liverpool and West Ham, both by a 2-1 scoreline, but suffered a narrow defeat to Everton. A key aspect of their game is their defensive solidity, having kept two clean sheets in their last five outings. With an average of 1.0 goals scored and 0.67 goals conceded per game, their defense has been more consistent than their attack, which is highlighted by their expected goals (xG) being significantly higher than actual goals scored. On the other hand, Bournemouth has shown commendable form, with a win and two draws in their last three matches. They triumphed over Fulham and held both Leeds and Newcastle to draws. Bournemouth's offensive play has been more fruitful, averaging 1.67 goals per game in their last five matches, although they concede an average of 2.0 goals per match. Their xG slightly trails behind Crystal Palace, indicating they often capitalize on limited chances but are vulnerable at the back.

Final Prediction

Crystal Palace's edge in this contest stems from their home advantage and superior defensive record. Their ability to maintain clean sheets could prove decisive against a Bournemouth side that, while potent in attack, tends to leave gaps at the back. A key factor to watch will be Crystal Palace's defense against Bournemouth's attacking threat, which could ultimately determine the outcome of this engaging Premier League fixture.