Crystal Palace vs Manchester City preview, prediction, team news and head-to-head

Two places separate the sides at the start of the round, and any slip could drastically shift Palace’s position as the race for Europe continues to tighten.

Oliver Glasner’s team return to league duties buoyed by a commanding 3-0 success over Shelbourne in the UEFA Conference League.

That victory extended Palace’s winning streak to three matches in all competitions, and now they face their biggest test yet as they try to keep up the run.

They lost 2-1 to Manchester United the last time they hosted a league game at Selhurst Park, and they will hope to avoid such against another Manchester side.

Meanwhile, City arrive fresh from a hard-fought 2-1 triumph away at Real Madrid in the Champions League.

And now they return to league action, where they are two points behind leaders Arsenal.

Pep Guardiola’s men have found it difficult to string together a decent run on the road, though they have now won their last two away games in all competitions.

However, their away record against stronger-ranked sides has been a concern, having failed to win any of their four league trips to teams starting the round 12th or above (D1, L3).

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Palace’s recent Premier League record against City does not make pleasant reading, with only two wins from the past 20 league meetings (D5, L13).

Both victories came at the Etihad, while at Selhurst Park the Eagles are winless in their last 10 league encounters with the champions (D3, L7).

Jean-Philippe Mateta (knee) and Ismaila Sarr (ankle) are both being monitored, with Glasner optimistic about their chances of involvement.

Jaydee Canvot is battling illness but could recover in time, while Daniel Munoz is sidelined until 2026 with a serious knee injury.

Long-term absentees include Cheick Doucoure (knee), Chadi Riad (knee), Rio Cardines (groin) and Caleb Kporha (back).

Justin Devenny, who finished midweek action with a knock after filling in at right wing-back, will be assessed.

Meanwhile, City will remain without John Stones (unspecified issue), Rodri (hamstring) and Mateo Kovacic (ankle).

Crystal Palace: Henderson; Richards, Lacroix, Guehi; Clyne, Wharton, Kamada, Mitchell; Pino, Nketiah; Mateta

Manchester City: Donnarumma; Nunes, Dias, Gvardiol, O'Reilly; Gonzalez; Cherki, Reijnders, Foden, Doku; Haaland

Palace enter in excellent spirits, but their mounting injury list and the intensity required to match City over 90 minutes may prove decisive.

Guardiola’s side have struggled in certain away fixtures, yet their midweek showing in Europe suggests they may be rediscovering rhythm at the perfect moment.

Correct score prediction: Crystal Palace 1-2 Manchester City

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