Preview: Crystal Palace vs. Brighton – Team news and prediction

Crystal Palace is without a win in their last 6 Premier League matches, but in their latest game, they managed what can be considered a victory. After trailing 2-0 to Manchester City at the Etihad, they staged a comeback to secure a 2-2 draw. Brighton, on the other hand, recently suffered a 2-0 defeat to the league leaders Arsenal at the Emirates, despite showing several positive aspects in their play. Palace is currently placed 15th in the Premier League with 17 points, 8 points clear of Luton, who are below the relegation line. Brighton sits in 9th place with 26 points and aspires for European qualification.

Last five meetings between Palace vs. Brighton: 
◉ 1-0: Brighton vs. Palace
◉ 1-1: Palace vs. Brighton
◉ 1-1: Brighton vs. Palace
◉ 1-1: Palace vs. Brighton
◉ 1-2: Brighton vs. Palace

Team news:
Cheick Doucoure, Jesurun Rak-Sakyi, Rob Holding, Sam Johnstone, Odsonne Edouard, and Jefferson Lerma are still injured for Crystal Palace. However, there is good news as Eze is back in the squad, and Jordan Ayew has returned from suspension. Joel Ward is doubtful as he had to be substituted in the match against City. 

Julio Enciso, Solly March, Tariq Lamptey, Pervis Estupinan, and Ansu Fati are out for the evening's match. There is uncertainty about Joel Veltman, Joel, and Danny Welbeck, who will undergo tests on the day to assess their injury situations.

Crystal Palace expected lineup:
Henderson; Clyne, Andersen, Guehi, Mitchell; Riedewald, Richards; Olise, Eze, Ayew; Mateta.

Brighton expected lineup: 
Steele; Hinshelwood, Dunk, Van Hecke, Igor; Gross, Baleba; Adingra, Pedro, Mitoma; Ferguson.

Prediction: 
3 out of the last 4 encounters between these two teams have ended in a 1-1 draw. In our opinion, this match also strongly hints at a draw, as it would not be a scandalous result for either side. We believe the trend continues, and the match will end 1-1. Therefore, we suggest a draw with odds of 3.50 at Betway.