Preview: Crystal Palace vs West Ham prediction, odds, where to watch, time | Premier League 2025-26

The Hammers are now two points above the relegation zone.

Crystal Palace host West Ham United at Selhurst Park on Monday, 20 April, in a Matchday 33 clash that carries massive importance at both ends of the Premier League table. Palace currently occupy 13th place with 42 points, while West Ham are struggling in 17th with just 32, sitting uncomfortably close to the relegation zone.

The Eagles arrive in this fixture with genuine momentum. Under Oliver Glasner, the side have picked up 11 wins, 9 draws, and 11 defeats, netting 35 goals while shipping 36 in the league this term.

They are averaging just over a goal per game in the league, with a defensive record of 1.19 goals conceded per match. Jean-Philippe Mateta remains the focal point of the Palace attack with 8 league goals, supported by Ismaila Sarr on 7.

West Ham, meanwhile, are in much tougher condition. While the Hammers are scoring 1.21 goals per game on average, they are leaking a far more concerning 1.93, which is a defensive frailty that explains why they are looking over their shoulders this spring.

On the injury front, Palace are sweating on the fitness of Maxence Lacroix and Adam Wharton after both picked up knocks against Fiorentina on Thursday. Edward Nketiah is definitely out, sidelined for the rest of the season with a thigh injury. As for West Ham, Lukasz Fabianski is their only confirmed absentee.

The recent history between these two favours the South Londoners. Palace secured a 2-1 win at the London Stadium back in September 2025 and also walked away with a 2-0 victory there in January.

With only three points keeping West Ham above the safety line, Nuno’s side simply cannot afford to leave Selhurst Park empty-handed.

Kick-off:

• Location: London, England
• Stadium: Selhurst Park
• Date: Tuesday, April 21
• Kick-off Time: 12:30 AM IST
• Referee: Darren England
• VAR: In use

Form:

Crystal Palace: L-W-W-W-D

West Ham United: W-D-L-D-D

Key players to watch out for:

Jean Philippe Mateta (Crystal Palace)

Jean Philippe Mateta has scored 10 goals in 25 matches so far in the Premier League 2025-2026 season. Eight of the 10 goals were scored at home, while he scored two goals in away games. Overall, Jean Philippe Mateta’s goals scored per 90 minutes are 0.46. Moreover, Jean Philippe Mateta’s total G/A (goals + assists) is 10 for this season.

His goal involvement equates to 0.46 per 90 minutes, and his Non-Penalty xG per 90 minutes is 0.36. This puts Jean Philippe Mateta’s npxG output at 7.91, which puts him in the top 91st percentile of Premier League players. He is the player to watch out for Palace.

Jarrod Bowen (West Ham United)

Jarrod Bowen has scored eight goals in 32 matches so far in the Premier League 2025-2026 season. Four of the eight goals were scored at home, while he scored four goals in away games. Overall, Jarrod Bowen’s goals scored per 90 minutes are 0.25. Moreover, Jarrod Bowen’s total G/A (goals + assists) is 16 for this season.

His goal involvement equates to 0.5 per 90 minutes, and his Non-Penalty xG per 90 minutes is 0.28. This puts Jarrod Bowen’s npxG output at 9.09, which puts him in the top 82nd percentile of Premier League players. Bowen is the player to watch out for the Hammers.

Match Facts:

• West Ham won three of their last five away trips to Selhurst Park, including a 2-0 victory there in August 2024, making Palace’s home comfort far less certain than the table suggests.
• Jean-Philippe Mateta has scored in both Premier League meetings between these sides this season, and carries five goals in four league appearances against the Hammers overall.
• West Ham climbed out of the relegation zone for the first time since December by beating Wolves last Friday, though a Tottenham win on Saturday sends them straight back below the line.

Crystal Palace vs West Ham: Betting Tips and Odds

• Crystal Palace to win: 1.56 (1xBet)
• Both teams to score – Yes: 1.84 (Winmatch)
• Total goals over 2.5: 1.62 (1Win)

Injuries and Team News:

On the injury front, Palace are sweating on the fitness of Maxence Lacroix and Adam Wharton after both picked up knocks against Fiorentina on Thursday. Edward Nketiah is definitely out, sidelined for the rest of the season with a thigh injury.

As for West Ham, Lukasz Fabianski is their only confirmed absentee.

Head-To-Head Stats:

• Total Matches: 71
• West Ham Wins: 26
• Crystal Palace Wins: 21
• Draws: 24

Predicted Lineups:

Crystal Palace Predicted (3-4-3):

Dean Henderson; Chris Richards, Maxence Lacroix, Jaydee Canvot; Daniel Muñoz, Jefferson Lerma, Will Hughes, Tyrick Mitchell; Brennan Johnson, Jean Philippe Mateta, Yéremi Pino

West Ham United Predicted (4-4-1-1):

Mads Hermansen; Kyle Walker-Peters, Konstantinos Mavropanos, Axel Disasi, Malick Diouf; Jarrod Bowen, Mateus Fernandes, Tomás Soucek, Crysencio Summerville; Pablo; Valentín Castellanos

Match Prediction:

Palace’s solid defensive form at home and Mateta’s habit of causing this specific backline problems suggest a narrow home win is on the cards. While West Ham will likely scrap for every ball under the pressure of the relegation race, their struggles defending set-pieces remain a major concern.

Ultimately, Palace have been finding the net more regularly, and with the Selhurst Park crowd behind them, Glasner’s side should have enough to win a tight London derby. 

Predicted Result: Crystal Palace 2–1 West Ham

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