Match Overview
The upcoming Premier League match between Crystal Palace and Bournemouth is set to take place on December 6, 2023, at Selhurst Park. Both teams will be looking to secure a victory and add crucial points to their league tally. According to the odds, Crystal Palace enters the match as the slight favorite with odds of 2.21 for a local team win.
Historical Face-Off
In their previous encounters, Crystal Palace has had the upper hand against Bournemouth. The teams have faced each other eight times in the Premier League since 2017, with Crystal Palace winning four matches, drawing three, and losing only one. Goal statistics indicate that these matches have been relatively high-scoring affairs, with three or more goals being scored in five out of eight encounters.
Local Team’s Recent Form
Crystal Palace’s recent form has been inconsistent. In their last six matches across all competitions, they have won one game, lost four games, and drawn one game. This run of results has seen them score seven goals while conceding twelve. In terms of their performance in the Premier League this season, Crystal Palace currently sits in 12th position with 16 points from 14 matches.
In their most recent match against West Ham United away from home, Crystal Palace managed to secure a hard-fought draw with a goal from Odsonne Édouard in the 53rd minute.
Away Team’s Recent Form
Bournemouth has shown mixed form recently but has performed better away from home compared to their overall record this season. In their last six matches across all competitions, they have won three games, lost two games, and drawn one game. When playing away from home specifically this season in the Premier League campaign so far Bournemouth has won one match out of six.
In their most recent match against Aston Villa at home, Bournemouth managed to secure a 2-2 draw with goals from Antoine Semenyo and Dominic Solanke.
Key Players Spotlight
For Crystal Palace, Odsonne Édouard has been in fine form, scoring six goals in 13 appearances this season. His ability to find the back of the net will be crucial for Crystal Palace’s chances in this match. On the other hand, Bournemouth will rely on the attacking prowess of Dominic Solanke, who has netted seven goals in 16 appearances so far this season.
Statistical Insights
Analyzing both teams’ recent results and performances reveals some interesting statistics. Crystal Palace has struggled defensively, conceding an average of 1.36 goals per game across all competitions this season. Bournemouth, on the other hand, has shown better defensive solidity away from home but still concedes an average of 3 goals per game overall.
Furthermore, Crystal Palace’s home record in the Premier League this season has been underwhelming with only one win out of six matches played at Selhurst Park. Meanwhile, Bournemouth’s away form shows a similar pattern with only one win out of six matches played on the road.
Match Prediction: Crystal Palace 1 – 1 Bournemouth
Considering both teams’ recent performances and statistical insights, it is anticipated that they will play out a closely contested match. Both sides have struggled defensively and possess attacking threats capable of finding the back of the net. Therefore, it is predicted that the final scoreline will be a draw with both teams scoring one goal each – Crystal Palace 1 – 1 Bournemouth.
