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Crystal Palace vs Aston Villa Preview, Prediction and Betting Tips

Crystal Palace vs Aston Villa Preview

  • Tournament – Premier League
  • Date – Sunday, May 19, 2024
  • Kick-off Time – 03:00 pm GMT
  • Venue – Selhurst Park

Crystal Palace are set to host Aston Villa on the final Matchday of the Premier League 2023-24 season.

Aston Villa confirmed their place in the UEFA Champions League next season for the first time in 41 years after Tottenham’s defeat against Manchester City. They will finish fourth in the standings despite being without a win in their last three games.

Crystal Palace, meanwhile, have been revitalized under Oliver Glasner, playing an exciting brand of football. They have won five of their last six games and drawn the other. They recently beat Manchester United 4-0 before beating Wolves 3-1.

The Eagles are 12th in the table and could still finish in the top half if results go their way. Hence, it’s set to be an exciting match.

Crystal Palace vs Aston Villa Team News

Crystal Palace vs Aston Villa
Aston Villa’s Douglas Luiz celebrates after scoring against Crystal Palace (Pic credits: Getty)

Crystal Palace are without Cheick Doucoure, Jefferson Lerma, Matheus Franca, Nathan Ferguson, Rob Holding and Sam Johnstone because of injuries. Naouriou Ahamada is suspended for the clash.

Meanwhile, Aston Villa are missing Boubacar Kamara, Alex Moreno, Jacob Ramsey, Matty Cash, Morgan Rogers, Nicolo Zaniolo Emiliano Buendia, Kortney Hause, and Tyrone Mings due to their respective injuries.

Crystal Palace vs Aston Villa Predicted Lineups

Crystal Palace:

Goalkeeper: Dean Henderson
Defenders: Chris Richards, Joachim Andersen, Nathaniel Clyne
Midfielders: Tyrick Mitchell, Adam Wharton, Will Hughes, Daniel Munoz
Attackers: Eberechi Eze, Michael Olise, Jean-Phillipe Mateta

Aston Villa:

Goalkeeper: Emi Martinez
Defenders: Ezri Konsa, Pau Torres, Diego Carlos, Lucas Digne
Midfielders: John McGinn, Douglas Luiz, Youri Tielemans
Attackers: Moussa Diaby, Ollie Watkins, Leon Bailey

Crystal Palace vs Aston Villa Head-to-Head

Aston Villa have beaten Crystal Palace seven times in their last 15 meetings, with the Eagles winning six times. Two of their encounters have ended in a draw.

Last five results:

Aston Villa 3-1 Crystal Palace – Premier League – September 16, 2023

Aston Villa 1-0 Crystal Palace – Premier League – March 4, 2023

Crystal Palace 3-1 Aston Villa – Premier League – August 20, 2022

Aston Villa 1-1 Crystal Palace – Premier League – May 15, 2022

Crystal Palace 1-2 Aston Villa – Premier League – November 27, 2021

Crystal Palace vs Aston Villa Prediction

Crystal Palace vs Aston Villa
Aston Villa’s Leon Bailey celebrates against Crystal Palace (Pic credits: Getty)

Crystal Palace have been in terrific form off late with the likes of Eze, Olise, and Mateta shining in the front line. They are unbeaten in their last six games and beat Wolves 3-1 away despite being a man down in their last game.

Aston Villa, meanwhile, have just one win in their last seven games across competitions, with three defeats and three draws. They came from 3-1 down to draw 3-3 against Liverpool at home in their last game.

It would’ve given them confidence but with the pressure to reach the Top 4 gone now, Villa might find it tough to contain Crystal Palace at home.

Predicted Score: Crystal Palace 3-1 Aston Villa

Crystal Palace vs Aston Villa Odds (subject to change)

  • Crystal Palace win – 2.02
  • Aston Villa win – 3.81
  • Draw – 4.50
  • Odds source – Oddspedia.com

Betting Tips

  • Crystal Palace win – 2.02
  • Both teams to score: No – 3.05

Where to Watch Crystal Palace vs Aston Villa

  • India – Disney+ Hotstar website/app, Star Sports network
  • UK – Sky Sports
  • US – Peacock Premium