While the Premier League title race might be settled, there’s still plenty to play for as teams vie for a top 10 finish. One such clash is set between Crystal Palace and Aston Villa at Selhurst Park on May 19th.
Match Preview
Crystal Palace head into the weekend sitting in 12th place with 46 points. Meanwhile, Aston Villa are in 4th place with 68 points, looking to secure a strong finish.
The Eagles come into this match buoyed by a solid 3-1 victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers.
They took the lead in the 26th minute and quickly doubled it just two minutes later.
Although Wolves managed to pull one back in the 66th minute, Palace sealed the win with a third goal in the 73rd minute.
This win means Crystal Palace are unbeaten in their last six Premier League matches, with victories over Newcastle, Manchester United,West Ham, and Liverpool, along with a draw against Fulham.
Palace have been formidable at home, remaining unbeaten in five of their last six matches across all competitions.
They’ve won their last three home Premier League games and have seen over 2.5 goals in seven of their last eight home league fixtures.
Aston Villa travel to Selhurst Park following a dramatic 3-3 draw with Liverpool.
After conceding in the 2nd minute, Villa equalized 10 minutes later.
Liverpool regained the lead before halftime and extended it in the second half, but Villa fought back, scoring twice in the final five minutes to snatch a point.
Despite this spirited performance, Villa have not won any of their last five matches, with defeats to Olympiakos in the Europa Conference League and a 1-0 loss to Brighton in the Premier League.
However, Aston Villa have been resilient on the road, going unbeaten in six of their last eight away league matches. Both teams have scored in four of their last six away games.
Team News & Updates:
Palace will be without the suspended Naouirou Ahamada and have several players in the treatment room, including Jefferson Lerma, Matheus França, Rob Holding, Sam Johnstone, and Nathan Ferguson.
Villa will miss injured players Nicolò Zaniolo, Jacob Ramsey, and Tyrone Mings. Additionally, there are fitness doubts over Alex Moreno, Matty Cash, and Morgan Rogers.
Prediction
With both teams likely satisfied with their season endings, we can expect an open and entertaining game.
Given Aston Villa’s strong overall performance this season, we predict they will take maximum points, but not without a fight from Crystal Palace.
Expect both teams to score in what promises to be a thrilling encounter.
- Crystal Palace 1-2 Aston Villa