Crystal Palace vs Manchester City: Predictions, Betting odds, Lineups, Preview

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• Fixture: Crystal Palace vs Manchester City
• Date: Sunday, 14 December 2025
• Kick-off: 14:00 GMT
• Venue: Selhurst Park

Crystal Palace come into this match with a strong run of form, having won three of their last five games. Their recent victories on the road against Fulham and Burnley suggest they have the confidence to challenge Manchester City. With a predicted lineup that mirrors their successful 3-4-2-1 formation, Palace will look to exploit any weaknesses in City's defence, particularly through the attacking prowess of Daichi Kamada and Yéremy Pino.

Manchester City, despite a recent loss to Newcastle, have shown their attacking flair with high-scoring wins against Fulham and Leeds. Their predicted 4-3-2-1 formation should allow them to dominate possession and create numerous scoring opportunities, especially with Erling Haaland leading the line. However, they will need to be wary of Palace's counter-attacking threat. This match could be closely contested, with both teams capable of scoring.

Crystal Palace have been in fine form recently, securing three wins in their last five matches. Their victories against Fulham and Burnley on the road demonstrate their ability to perform away from home, while their draw against Brighton shows they can hold their own against strong opposition. This run of results should give them the confidence and momentum needed to take on Manchester City.

Recent Premier League Results:

• Win: 2-1 vs Fulham (A)
• Win: 1-0 vs Burnley (A)
• Loss: 1-2 vs Manchester United (H)
• Win: 2-0 vs Wolves (A)
• Draw: 0-0 vs Brighton (H)

Manchester City have been largely dominant, winning four out of their last five games. Their high-scoring victories against Fulham and Leeds highlight their attacking prowess, though the loss to Newcastle indicates they are not invincible. With this form, City will be looking to assert their dominance and secure another win against Crystal Palace.

Recent Premier League Results:

• Win: 3-0 vs Sunderland (H)
• Win: 5-4 vs Fulham (A)
• Win: 3-2 vs Leeds (H)
• Loss: 1-2 vs Newcastle (A)
• Win: 3-0 vs Liverpool (H)

The head-to-head record between Crystal Palace and Manchester City shows a mix of results, with both teams having their moments of success. Crystal Palace managed a 1-0 victory in their most recent encounter in the FA Cup, but Manchester City have often come out on top, including a 5-2 win last season. The matches have been high-scoring affairs, with four of the last five games featuring at least four goals.

Recent Results

• Crystal Palace 1-0 Manchester City (17 May 2025) - FA Cup

• Manchester City 5-2 Crystal Palace (12 Apr 2025)

• Crystal Palace 2-2 Manchester City (07 Dec 2024)

• Crystal Palace 2-4 Manchester City (06 Apr 2024)

• Manchester City 2-2 Crystal Palace (16 Dec 2023)

• Cheick Doucouré (Knee) - Out

• Caleb Kporha (Back) - Out

• Chadi Riad (Knee) - Out

• Ismaila Sarr (Ankle) - Doubt

• Mateo Kovacic (Ankle) - Out

• Rodri (Lack of Fitness) - Doubt

• Predicted lineup: Henderson (GK), Richards (DF), Lacroix (DF), Guéhi (DF), Muñoz (MF), Wharton (MF), Kamada (MF), Mitchell (MF), Nketiah (AT), Pino (AT), Mateta (AT)

Crystal Palace are expected to line up in a 3-4-2-1 formation, with Henderson in goal and a back three of Richards, Lacroix, and Guéhi. This setup should allow them to be solid defensively while enabling Nketiah and Pino to support Mateta up front, providing a potent attacking threat.

• Predicted lineup: Donnarumma (GK), Nunes (DF), Dias (DF), Gvardiol (DF), O'Reilly (DF), Silva (MF), Nico (MF), Foden (MF), Cherki (MF), Doku (MF), Haaland (AT)

Manchester City are predicted to use a 4-3-2-1 formation, with Donnarumma between the posts and a back four of Nunes, Dias, Gvardiol, and O'Reilly. This formation should give them control of the midfield with Silva, Nico, and Foden, allowing Cherki and Doku to feed Haaland, who will be the focal point of their attack.

• Kamada vs Nico: Daichi Kamada's creativity will be tested against Nico's defensive solidity.

• Wharton vs Silva: Adam Wharton's midfield control will be crucial against Bernardo Silva's dynamic play.

• Mitchell (Crystal Palace): Tyrick Mitchell's defensive work and ability to contribute to attacks will be key for Crystal Palace.

• Nico (Manchester City): Nico's role in dictating the tempo and breaking up play will be vital for Manchester City.

Crystal Palace vs Manchester City at 14:00 GMT on Sunday, 14 December 2025, will be broadcast live for viewers in the UK on Sky Sports Premier League.

Coral is predicting that the score will be Crystal Palace 1-2 Manchester City.

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