Digimagaz.com – As the Premier League 2024/2025 season progresses, all eyes are on the upcoming clash between Crystal Palace and Liverpool at Selhurst Park. This Week 7 encounter promises excitement, with both teams eager to secure vital points, albeit for vastly different reasons. Crystal Palace is desperately seeking their first victory of the season, while Liverpool aims to maintain their dominant form.
Current Form and Standings
Crystal Palace has endured a challenging start to the season, finding themselves near the bottom of the league table with only three points. Their recent performance has been less than stellar, highlighted by a disappointing 1-2 defeat against Everton. Despite taking an early lead through Marc Guehi’s goal, Palace couldn’t hold on and ultimately succumbed to their opponents.
Conversely, Liverpool is enjoying a remarkable run of form under the guidance of manager Arne Slot. The Reds have accumulated 15 points and are riding high in the upper echelons of the Premier League standings. Their latest outings include five consecutive wins across all competitions, showcasing their prowess and consistency. Victories over AC Milan (3-1), Bournemouth (3-0), West Ham (5-1), Wolverhampton (2-1), and Bologna (2-0) underscore their formidable capabilities.
Match Information
- Competition: Premier League
- Fixture: Crystal Palace vs Liverpool
- Venue: Selhurst Park
Predicted Lineups
Crystal Palace (3-4-1-2):
- Goalkeeper: Henderson
- Defenders: Lerma, Guehi, Lacroix
- Midfielders: Mitchell, Kamada, Wharton, Munoz
- Attacking Midfielder: Eze
- Forwards: Mateta, Nketiah
- Coach: Oliver Glasner
- Injury Update: Chadi Riad, Cheick Doucoure, and Chris Richards are sidelined due to injuries, while Matheus Franca remains a doubt.
Liverpool (4-2-3-1):
- Goalkeeper: Alisson
- Defenders: Robertson, Van Dijk, Konate, Alexander-Arnold
- Midfielders: Mac Allister, Gravenberch
- Attacking Midfielders: Diaz, Szoboszlai, Salah
- Forward: Nunez
- Coach: Arne Slot
- Injury Update: Harvey Elliott is out with an injury, and Federico Chiesa’s availability is uncertain.
Historical Head-to-Head
The recent history between Crystal Palace and Liverpool has been competitive. Their last five encounters reflect a mixed bag of results:
- 14/04/24: Liverpool 0-1 Crystal Palace (Premier League)
- 09/12/23: Crystal Palace 1-2 Liverpool (Premier League)
- 26/02/23: Crystal Palace 0-0 Liverpool (Premier League)
- 16/08/22: Liverpool 1-1 Crystal Palace (Premier League)
- 23/01/22: Crystal Palace 1-3 Liverpool (Premier League)
Recent Performances
Crystal Palace:
- 01/09/24: Chelsea 1-1 Crystal Palace (Premier League)
- 14/09/24: Crystal Palace 2-2 Leicester City (Premier League)
- 18/09/24: Queens Park Rangers 1-2 Crystal Palace (EFL Cup)
- 21/09/24: Crystal Palace 0-0 Manchester United (Premier League)
- 28/09/24: Everton 2-1 Crystal Palace (Premier League)
Liverpool:
- 18/09/24: AC Milan 1-3 Liverpool (Champions League)
- 21/09/24: Liverpool 3-0 Bournemouth (Premier League)
- 26/09/24: Liverpool 5-1 West Ham (EFL Cup)
- 28/09/24: Wolverhampton 1-2 Liverpool (Premier League)
- 03/10/24: Liverpool 2-0 Bologna (Champions League)