Match Pack: Crystal Palace FC vs Fulham FC

The upcoming Premier League face-off on 23rd September 2023 places Crystal Palace FC against Fulham FC. Reflecting on their last encounter, the match concluded with Fulham claiming a clear victory of 4-1 over Crystal Palace. Over the course of several seasons, Crystal Palace and Fulham have gone head-to-head 8 times according to our data. Crystal Palace emerged victorious in 3 of these clashes, while Fulham managed to secure 2 wins, leaving 3 matches ending in a draw. In terms of form, both teams seem to be performing on a similar average level, with Crystal Palace on their home ground and Fulham away.

Historically, matches between Crystal Palace and Fulham have seen an average of 2.88 goals with Both Teams To Score (BTTS) hitting the mark 50% of the time. Considering statistics for the current season of the Premier League, Crystal Palace has been averaging 1.67 Points Per Game during their home matches, while Fulham averages 1 Point Per Game when playing away. This intriguing match-up should provide an entertaining spectacle.

Key Insights:

– Crystal Palace and Fulham are set to face off on 23rd September 2023 in a Premier League match.
– The last encounter between these two teams was dominated by Fulham with a 4-1 victory over Crystal Palace.
– From their past 8 encounters, Crystal Palace has 3 wins and Fulham secured 2, with the remaining 3 games ending in a draw.
– Both Crystal Palace and Fulham are showing average performance, with Crystal Palace in their home games and Fulham in away games.
– The matches between these two teams have so far averaged 2.88 goals per game.
– The chances for both teams to score (BTTS) stand at 50% based on past meetings.
– Looking at this season’s performance in the Premier League, Crystal Palace has been gaining an average of 1.67 Points Per Game in their home matches.
– On the other hand, Fulham has an average of 1 Point Per Game in their away matches this season.
– Given the recent stats, it could potentially be a close match with a high goal rate. Betting should be done cautiously considering the average performance of both teams.

Match Forecast:

– Given Crystal Palace’s strength in creating scoring chances and shooting from direct free kicks, there will likely be numerous shot attempts from long range and set-piece situations.
– Crystal Palace’s tendency to attack down the left matches Fulham’s, potentially leading to a congested and contested area of the pitch. Expect intensive action on that side.
– Due to Crystal Palace’s weakness in finishing scoring chances, combined with Fulham’s weakness in defending set pieces, there could be goals scored from set-piece situations.
– Fulham’s long-shot tendency fits with Crystal Palace’s weakness in defending against such shots. This could lead to surprise goal attempts from the midfield area.
– Given Fulham’s aggressiveness and Crystal Palace’s passive style, it’s likely that Crystal Palace will commit fewer fouls. However, this could leave them vulnerable to Fulham’s aggressive attacking play.
– Fulham’s habit of rotating their first eleven may disrupt the consistency in Crystal Palace’s starting lineup.
– Considering Crystal Palace’s weakness in protecting the lead and Fulham’s strength in doing so, if Fulham goes ahead, they are likely to maintain their advantage.
– If the match goes into the late stages with a narrow lead, Crystal Palace might struggle due to their inability to protect the lead efficiently.
– Due to the lack of skill in defending counterattacks from Crystal Palace, Fulham may capitalize on quick transitions and score goals.
– Crystal Palace might score goals through aerial duels due to their strength in this area and Fulham’s tendency to commit fouls in potentially dangerous areas.

Match Facts: 

In their last seven encounters hosted by Crystal Palace, the home team has secured victory twice, shared the spoils twice, while Fulham FC dominated three times. The goal difference favours Fulham FC, 9-5. Over 16 face-offs, Crystal Palace has been victorious four times against Fulham FC’s 7 wins, with five matches ending in a draw. Last season saw both teams hosting one match each resulting in 0-3 favoring Fulham FC and a 2-2 draw. So far this Premier League season, Fulham FC hasn’t had a single match without scoring when playing away.

Crystal Palace seems to dominate the first half in 13% of their games, whereas Fulham FC leads in 31% of theirs. Their last encounter ended in a 2-2 draw. When Crystal Palace gets an initial lead at home, they win 55% of the time. Conversely, Fulham FC clinches 61% of matches when they score first during away games. Crystal Palace manage to record a win in 38% of matches when they trail by a goal at home, while Fulham FC can only pull off a win 12% of the time when they are a goal down in an away match. Currently, Crystal Palace is performing better in the Premier League than Fulham FC. Crystal Palace’s record in the recent five matches surpasses that of Fulham FC. Out of the latest five matches between the two clubs (in all competitions), Crystal Palace has only suffered one loss.

For the Premier League alone, Crystal Palace has also lost only one from their last five games against Fulham FC, who have similarly secured a single victory over their last five matches against Crystal Palace. On an average, both teams register 1.2 goals per match against each other. Usually, a match between these two witnesses about 2.4 goals while the first half alone records an average of 1 goal. On average, playing at home, Crystal Palace scores 1.19 goals against Fulham FC’s 1.32 goals scored during away matches. This time last year, Crystal Palace sat at the 13th position in the league with 5 points but now, they stand ninth with seven points. Crystal Palace’s goal conceding binge persists, as they have to swallow at least one goal in their last five matches.