Crystal Palace vs Tottenham Hotspur FC, English Premier League 2025-26, Today Match Prediction
Crystal Palace
Tottenham Hotspur FC
Struggling Sides Meet in Capital Clash
- Crystal Palace are currently on a two match losing streak at home conceding 5 goals.
- The Spurs lost two of their last three away games conceding 9 goals.
- Crystal Palace managed to keep two clean sheets in their last two matches.
We predict a draw (1-1)
| Tournament: | English Premier League 2025-26 |
| Venue: | Selhurst Park, Selhurst |
Crystal Palace vs Tottenham Hotspur FC Match Prediction & Analysis
The Premier League’s final fixture of 2025 brings together two sides searching for a turnaround in a London derby. Crystal Palace arrive on the back of a forgettable week, suffering defeats in both the league and the EFL Cup, while Tottenham, fresh from another home loss, may welcome the chance to end the year on the road. All eyes turn to Selhurst Park on Sunday (10 PM IST) as both teams look to halt their slide.
Current Standings: Crystal Palace currently sits eighth in the points table, with 26 points, while Tottenham is 14th, with 22.
Head-to-Head Record: Tottenham hold a clear edge in this rivalry, claiming 19 wins from 32 meetings while losing only seven.
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What started brightly for Palace — just one defeat in their opening eight — has spiralled into a worrying slump, with four losses in their last nine, including back-to-back defeats. The low point came in last Sunday’s 4–1 loss to newly promoted Leeds, with Justin Devenny’s stoppage-time penalty offering some consolation.
Meanwhile, midweek brought more frustration as Palace were knocked out of the Carabao Cup by Arsenal on penalties. For Oliver Glasner, the alarm bells are loudest at the back, with seven goals conceded in two games — a stark contrast for a side that still ranks among the league’s top three for clean sheets.
Stats that matter
1. Crystal Palace has managed seven clean sheets in the competition this season.
2. The Eagles have managed to win their final league game in each of the last four calendar years.
3. The last five matches played at Selhurst have resulted in just one win for the hosts, with defeats in the last two fixtures.
Team News
Palace suffered a double injury scare against Arsenal in the Carabao Cup, with Chris Richards and Eddie Nketiah both forced off. While Richards remains a doubt for the weekend, Oliver Glasner has confirmed that Nketiah will be available.
Crystal Palace Probable XI - Henderson (GK); Canvot, Lacroix, Marc Guehi, Clyne (Defenders); Adam Wharton, Hughes, Mitchell (Midfielders); Nketieh, Yeremy Pino, Mateta (Forwards).
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Pressure is steadily rising on Thomas Frank as his side slipped to 14th after once sitting in the top five earlier this season. The comparison only deepens the concern — at the same stage last year, Spurs were 11th with 23 points, one point and three places better than where they find themselves now.
Home form has been the biggest concern, with just two wins and eight points from nine matches, summed up by the recent 2–1 defeat to Liverpool. In contrast, away results have been stronger, yielding 14 points from eight games, though even that has dipped with three matches without a win. With the new year starting at home, this clash feels crucial for restoring belief.
Stats that matter
1. Spurs have now lost 11 home games in 2025, the most they have lost in the league in a calendar year.
2. Only once in their last 19 London derbies away from home in the league have Tottenham managed to win against teams placed above them in the points table.
3. Pedro Porro leads all Tottenham players for line-breaking passes (133) in the league this season while he ranks second behind Kudus (22) in terms of chances created (20).
Team News
Spurs’ problems deepened after the Liverpool clash, with red cards ruling out Xavi Simons and Cristian Romero for the weekend. Their suspensions only add to an already lengthy list of absentees through injury and AFCON duty.
Tottenham Probable XI - Vicario (GK); Porro, Romero, Van de Ven, Spence (Defenders); Gray, Bergvall, Bentacur (Midfielders); Kudus, Kolo Muani, Richarlison ( Forwards)
CRYSTAL PALACE vs TOTTENHAM HOTSPUR FC
Winning PredictionThis shapes up as a fascinating duel between two sides desperate for momentum. Though Palace hold the edge on recent history, having won the last two meetings, and Tottenham’s long injury and suspension list only strengthens the hosts’ case.
The bookmakers too agree, favouring Palace as favourites at 2.20, with Spurs at 3.30 and the draw at 3.25. Still, given Palace’s recent defensive wobble, a share of the spoils feels the likeliest outcome.
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