Crystal Palace head to the Vitality Stadium this Sunday, aiming to juggle their Premier League ambitions with a promising run in European competition. The Eagles have been masters of late drama this season, boasting the joint-best points differential from goals scored in the 90th minute or later—a +6 advantage that keeps fans on the edge of their seats. However, their away form has been shaky under manager Oliver Glasner, with seven losses in their last 13 league trips. Still, history offers a glimmer of hope: Palace have kept five clean sheets in their last eight visits to Bournemouth.
Glasner faces selection headaches with long-term absentees Evann Guessand, Eddie Nketiah, and Cheick Doucouré still sidelined. With a crucial Shakhtar Donetsk second leg looming, expect significant rotation in the starting XI. Star striker Jean-Philippe Mateta, who netted a hat-trick in the reverse fixture against Bournemouth, may be rested to preserve his energy for Europe. In his place, Jørgen Strand Larsen could lead the line, offering a fresh attacking option.
One player who has been impossible to ignore is Daniel Muñoz. Since his debut in February, the full-back has been a revelation, leading all Premier League defenders with an incredible 19 goal involvements in that period. In midfield, Adam Wharton continues to impress with his vision—he boasts the highest proportion of line-breaking passes (18.7%) of any player this season, making him a key cog in Palace's engine room. If Glasner opts to rest his stars, Borna Sosa and Will Hughes are ready to inject energy from the bench.
Predicted Crystal Palace XI: Henderson; Richards, Lacroix, Canvot; Munoz, Lerma, Hughes, Sosa; Pino, Johnson; Strand Larsen
The match kicks off at 14:00 BST on Sunday at the Vitality Stadium, with UK fans able to watch live on Sky Sports+ or via a NOW Day Membership. Whether you're gearing up for the game in your favorite Palace kit or looking for the perfect matchday gear, this clash promises plenty of drama as the Eagles look to soar both domestically and in Europe.