Man City vs Crystal Palace Prediction, Preview, Predicted Lineups and Team News | Premier League

Man City vs Crystal Palace Preview

• Tournament: Premier League
• Date: Saturday, April 12
• Kick-off Time: 12:30 pm GMT
• Venue: Etihad Stadium, England

The Cityzens will host Crystal Palace in their 32nd game of the 2024/25 Premier League season at Etihad Stadium. The hosts will be looking to return to winning ways and eke out a crucial win this weekend.

Hosts Man City had a poor start to this season and are sitting 5th in the league table with 52 points after 31 games. They have the second-best offensive record in the division and have tallied 64 shots, 2,553 passes and maintained a 61.2% possession in their last five games. Erling Haaland is leading the goalscoring charts with 21 goals to his name, whereas Sávio grabbed the most assists (8).

Meanwhile, Oliver Glasner's men are currently on a ten-game unbeaten run on the road in the Premier League. Crystal Palace are currently sitting 11th in the Premier League standings with 43 points after 30 games. In the last five games, Crystal Palace recorded 65 shots, 1,438 passes, and 44.6% possession. Jean-Philippe Mateta is leading the goalscoring charts with 13 goals to his name. Winger Eberechi Eze tops the assist board with eight.

Man City Team News

Man City would be without the services of star striker Erling Haaland for the next six to seven weeks due to his severe ankle injury. The likes of Rodri (ACL), Nathan Ake (foot), John Stones (thigh) and Manuel Akanji (groin) are still sidelined.

Crystal Palace Team News

As for Crystal Palace, they will be without the services of Chadi Riad and Cheick Doucoure due to their knee injuries. Joel Ward will also be out with his calf issue, whereas Eddie Nketiah remains suspended for this away game.

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Man City vs Crystal Palace Predicted Lineups

Man City predicted lineup (3-4-2-1):

Goalkeeper: Ederson

Defenders: Nunes, Dias, Gvardiol, O'Reilly

Midfielders: Gundogan, Gonzalez

Forwards: Savinho, Grealish, Doku; Marmoush

Crystal Palace predicted lineup (3-4-2-1):

Goalkeeper: Henderson

Defenders: Clyne, Lacroix, Guehi

Midfielders: Munoz, Wharton, Lerma, Mitchell

Forwards: Sarr, Eze; Mateta

Man City vs Crystal Palace Head-to-Head Record

The two sides have faced off only 72 times in the past, with Man City winning 38 of those games. Crystal Palace have won 17 times between both sides, whereas the remaining 17 games ended in a draw.

Key Players to Watch in Man City vs Crystal Palace

Omar Marmoush (Man City)

Summer signing Omar Marmoush is expected to lead the line in the absence of Norwegian Erling Haaland. So far, the Egyptian has scored five goals in the Premier League and had an xG of only 1.89 in his last five matches.

Jean-Philippe Mateta (Crystal Palace)

Crystal Palace Jean-Philippe Mateta is one of the best players on Oliver Glasner's side and has scored 16 goals for the Eagles across all competitions. His excellent form in the English top-flight has garnered attention from some of the elite clubs in Europe. In the past five games, Mateta has an xG of 1.72.

Man City vs Crystal Palace Prediction

The Cityzens had a disappointing start to their title-defending campaign and have struggled to stay afloat in the race for a Champions League spot next season. They enter this game on the back of a goalless draw in the Manchester City derby. Pep Guardiola’s men are expected to return to winning ways this weekend.

As for Crystal Palace, they have been impressive of late in the Premier League and remain unbeaten in their last 10 away matches in the league. Oliver Glasner's side heads into this game as narrow favorites given their current league position. The Eagles are entering this game on the back of a 2-1 win over Brighton last weekend.

Predicted Score: Man City 2-1 Crystal Palace

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