Coral predicts that West Ham will draw 1-1 with Crystal Palace this weekend.
Graham Potter needs to start winning games, but a draw won't be the end of the world after a dismal 3-0 loss to Tottenham last time out.
Crystal Palace drew with Sunderland last time out and will be keen to score and prove they aren't going to miss the creativity of Ebere Eze now that he's at Arsenal.
Explore Coral’s detailed preview for West Ham United vs Crystal Palace in the Premier League. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 15:00 BST match.
Match Details
Fixture: West Ham United vs Crystal Palace
Date: Saturday, 20 September 2025
Kick-off: 15:00 BST
Venue: London Stadium
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Our predictions for West Ham United vs Crystal Palace
Match Prediction: West Ham United 1-1 Crystal Palace
West Ham United's recent form has been inconsistent, with heavy defeats against Tottenham and Chelsea, but a convincing win over Nottingham Forest. They will need to find a balance between their attacking flair and defensive solidity to overcome Crystal Palace. The Hammers might look to exploit Palace's recent struggles to score, as seen in their 0-0 draws against Sunderland and Chelsea, by pressing high and forcing errors.
Crystal Palace, on the other hand, have shown resilience in their recent league matches, drawing three out of their last four Premier League games. Their ability to keep clean sheets could be crucial against a West Ham side that has shown vulnerability at the back. However, Palace will need to be more clinical in front of goal to secure a win, especially given West Ham's potential to counter-attack effectively.
West Ham United's recent form has been a mix of highs and lows, with a notable 3-0 victory against Nottingham Forest sandwiched between heavy defeats. This inconsistency could impact their confidence going into the match against Crystal Palace. The loss to Sunderland on day one suggests defensive frailties that they will need to address. If West Ham can replicate their performance against Forest, they stand a good chance of securing a positive result.
Recent Premier League Results:
Loss: 0-3 vs Tottenham Hotspur (H)
Win: 3-0 vs Nottingham Forest (A)
Loss: 1-5 vs Chelsea (H)
Loss: 0-3 vs Sunderland (A)
Crystal Palace
Crystal Palace have shown a strong defensive record in their recent matches, securing three clean sheets in their last four league games. This resilience could be key against a West Ham side that has struggled defensively.
However, their inability to convert draws into wins, particularly against teams like Sunderland and Nottingham Forest, indicates a need for more attacking potency. If Palace can find a way to break down West Ham's defence, they could come away with a valuable victory.
Recent Premier League Results:
Draw: 0-0 vs Sunderland (H)
Win: 3-0 vs Aston Villa (A)
Draw: 1-1 vs Nottingham Forest (H)
Draw: 0-0 vs Chelsea (A)
Head-to-Head Record
Historically, Crystal Palace have had the upper hand in recent encounters with West Ham United, winning three out of the last five matches, including a convincing 5-2 victory. However, West Ham have shown they can compete, securing a win and a draw in their most recent meetings.
West Ham's predicted lineup suggests a focus on maintaining possession with Ward-Prowse and Paquetá in midfield, while relying on the pace of Bowen and Summerville to exploit spaces on the counter. The potential absence of Füllkrug due to injury might affect their attacking options, requiring others to step up.
Crystal Palace's predicted lineup indicates a solid defensive structure with Guéhi and Lacroix at the back, aiming to frustrate West Ham's attack. The inclusion of Pino and Kamada in midfield suggests an intent to control the game's tempo and create scoring opportunities through quick transitions.
Key Battles & Players to Watch
Mads Hermansen vs Jean-Philippe-Mateta: The battle between goalkeeper and striker could be crucial, with both needing to be at their best to succeed.
James Ward-Prowse vs Jefferson Lerma: The midfield duel between Ward-Prowse's set-piece expertise and Lerma's defensive solidity will be key to controlling the game's flow.
Jarrod Bowen (West Ham United): Bowen's pace and finishing ability could be vital for West Ham's attacking threat.
Jean-Philippe Mateta (Crystal Palace): Mateta's physical presence and goal-scoring prowess will be essential for Palace to break down West Ham's defence.
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