Crystal Palace vs Southampton Lineups, Preview, Prediction and Team News | Premier League, December 29, 2024

Crystal Palace vs Southampton Preview

• Competition: Premier League.
• Date: Sunday, December 29.
• Time: 3:00 PM GMT.
• Venue: Selhurst Park.

Crystal Palace vs Southampton will be played in the middle slot in the Premier League on December 29 as the 16th-placed side gears up to host the team at the rock-bottom of the table.

The Eagles will enter this contest on the back of a mixed run of form of late. They have won two of their last five matches across competitions, and have even secured a draw, but have then lost two consecutive games against Arsenal by an aggregate scoreline of 8-3. Overall, they have scored nine goals and conceded 11, keeping one clean sheet in the process. Sitting just four points above the relegation zone, they will look to put points on the board and climb up.

The Saints, on the other hand, will enter this match on the back of a dreadful run of form. They are winless since defeating Everton at the beginning of November, losing six and drawing two of their eight matches since then. Their last five results have been four draws and one defeat as they have scored two goals and conceded 13. Having drawn 0-0 against Fulham last time out, Southampton will carry some hope from that result into the next match.

On that note, let’s take a look at the team news from both camps.

Crystal Palace Team News

Manager Oliver Glasner fielded a strong lineup against Arsenal in their last match but was outclassed by a far superior opponent. The forwards had a decent game but the defenders were given a tough time. They will be without three players for the next game, with Matheus Franca, Adam Wharton and Chadi Riad all set to miss out. Daniel Munoz will return to action after serving a one-match ban.

Southampton Team News

Stand-in manager Simon Rusk fielded a strong lineup as his team held on to secure a 0-0 draw in their last match. Goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale and the defenders put in solid performances as they earned a clean sheet. However, the Saints will be without several players for the next match. Gavin Bazunu, Juan Larios, Will Smallbone and Ross Stewart are out injured, while Jack Stephens is suspended. They will also have a new man in charge as Ivan Juric has been appointed the head coach.

Predicted Lineups

Crystal Palace Predicted Lineup (3-4-2-1)

Goalkeeper: Dean Henderson.

Defenders: Chris Richards, Maxence Lacroix, Marc Guehi (C).

Midfielders: Nathaniel Clyne, Will Hughes, Jefferson Lerma, Tyrick Mitchell.

Forwards: Ismaila Sarr, Daichi Kamada, Jean-Philippe Mateta.

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Southampton Predicted Lineup (3-4-1-2)

Goalkeeper: Aaron Ramsdale.

Defenders: Taylor Harwood-Bellis, Jan Bednarek (C), Nathan Wood.

Midfielders: Yukinari Sugawara, Flynn Downes, Joe Aribo, Kyle Walker-Peters.

Forwards: Mateus Fernandes, Tyler Dibling, Adam Armstrong.

Crystal Palace vs Southampton Head-to-Head Record

These two teams have met several times in recent years, both in the Premier League as well as other cup competitions. However, one team has firm bragging rights when it comes to their head-to-head record, as Crystal Palace have won three of the last five meetings. Southampton have also won one, and there has been one draw.

Key Players to Watch

Ismaila Sarr (Crystal Palace)

The forward has been in pretty good form for his team of late, despite the rest of the team not performing up to the mark. Sarr has bagged three goals and one assist in his last two Premier League appearances and seems to be in great touch. His runs in behind and ability to finish chances will come in handy for his team in the next one.

Aaron Ramsdale (Southampton)

The custodian put in a strong display in his team’s last match as he secured a clean sheet by being solid in goal. He has had a few good moments in this injury-stricken season and will look to show some consistency between the sticks now.

Crystal Palace vs Southampton Prediction

Going by the recent head-to-head record as well as the form these two teams are in, there is only one team that is favourite to win this. Crystal Palace should win comfortably, considering they are also playing at home.

Prediction: Crystal Palace 3-1 Southampton

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