Crystal Palace will take on Chelsea on Sunday, 25 January, as the cloud over Selhurst Park darkens.
Not much is going right for the Eagles on or off the pitch at present, with bad form on it conciding it with a public battle between manager and owner off it. Chelsea, who have been through something similar this season, will be keen to take advantage.
As part of this week's round of Premier League betting tips, check out our Crystal Palace vs Chelsea prediction below.
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Key Stats
- Chelsea have three of their four games under Liam Rosenior
- Crystal Palace have failed to win any of their last seven matches at Selhurst Park.
- Fewer than three goals have been scored in four of Crystal Palace's last five Premier League matches.
Correct score prediction: Crystal Palace 0-2 Chelsea
The downbeat atmosphere at Selhurst Park is not going to be productive for Oliver Glasner, who is practically begging to be sacked at this moment time. Chelsea, who are still enjoying a new manager bounce, should take full advantage.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Chelsea are the pre-match favourites
- HOME: 12/5 (3.40) – 29.4%
- DRAW: 13/5 (3.60) – 27.8%
- AWAY: 1/1 (2.00) – 50%
*odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
The Crystal Palace vs Chelsea odds indicate that the hosts do well to end their winless streak this weekend. Ladbrokes have given the Eagles just a 29.4% chance of winning the match, while Chelsea have been given a 50% chance of victory.
You can find all our predictions for today's games on our football betting tips page.
Most recent H2Hs: Plenty of draws
The price of 13/5 on a draw looks very appealing when you look at the most recent results between Crystal Palace and Chelsea. Each of their last three clashes have finished all square, including a 0-0 draw on the opening day of the season.
England Premier League 17/08/25
Chelsea
Crystal Palace
England Premier League 04/01/25
Crystal Palace
Chelsea
England Premier League 01/09/24
Chelsea
Crystal Palace
England Premier League 12/02/24
Crystal Palace
Chelsea
England Premier League 27/12/23
Chelsea
Crystal Palace
Crystal Palace preview: Sarr returns
The return of Ismaila Sarr from AFCON could provide Crystal Palace with a huge boost this weekend, while Daniel Munoz is also set to return after a knee injury. Unfortunately, Cheick Doucoure, Daichi Kamada, Rio Cardines and Eddie Nketiah all remain out.
Predicted lineup: Henderson (GK), Richards, Lacroix, Lerma, Devenny, Wharton, Hughes, Mitchell, Johnson, Pino, Mateta
Last five results
- Sunderland 2-1 Crystal Palace
- Macclesfield 2-1 Crystal Palace
- Crystal Palace 0-0 Aston Villa
- Newcastle 2-0 Crystal Palace
- Crystal Palace 1-1 Fulham
Chelsea preview: Salah returns to PL action
Cole Palmer could be fit to start on Sunday after being ruled out of Champions League action in the week with a thigh injury. Reece James is also thought to be okay despite being taken off at half-time in the week. Romeo Lavia, Dario Essugo, Levi Colwill and Tosin Adarabioyo all remain injured.
Predicted lineup: Sanchez (GK), James, Chalobah, Badiashile, Cucurella, Fernandez, Caicedo, Neto, Palmer, Garnacho, Pedro
Last five results
- Chelsea 1-0 Pafos
- Chelsea 2-0 Brentford
- Chelsea 2-3 Arsenal
- Charlton 1-5 Chelsea
- Fulham 2-1 Chelsea
Player to watch: Joao Pedro
Joao Pedro has faced his fair share of criticism this season, but he will be hoping that he can silence his doubters under the guidance of Liam Rosenior. The former Brighton man scored his first goal under the new manager against Brentford last weekend and will now want go on a run.