Premier League: Crystal Palace vs Liverpool Live
Preview
On Saturday at 12:30pm, the top spot in the Premier League table will be contested as Liverpool travels to Selhurst Park to take on Crystal Palace. Liverpool defeated Sheffield United 2-0 in their last match, while Palace suffered a 2-0 loss to Bournemouth, leading to growing dissatisfaction at Selhurst Park.
There is currently a lack of spirit at Selhurst Park, as Roy Hodgson’s team was jeered off the field and he was reportedly targeted by a thrown bottle after a disappointing home loss to Bournemouth. Palace suffered their third defeat in four games, with Marcos Senesi and Kieffer Moore scoring headers to secure the win for Bournemouth.
Hodgson criticized the Palace fans, many of whom left the stadium early. The team’s recent poor form has seen them slip to 14th place in the table, although they still have a seven-point cushion above the relegation zone. Injuries have also plagued the team, adding to their struggles. For now, Hodgson must focus on winning as Palace aim to end their five-game winless streak at Selhurst Park.
Chris Wilder returned to Bramall Lane after Paul Heckingbottom’s departure, however, he faced a tough challenge against title-chasing Liverpool. Liverpool secured a victory with goals from Virgil van Dijk and Dominik Szoboszlai, keeping them just two points behind leaders Arsenal. A win against Palace would see Liverpool move to the top of the table temporarily, but a surprise loss could see them overtaken by Villa. Liverpool’s routine win over Sheffield United was a welcome response to their chaotic victory over Fulham, and it marked their first Premier League away clean sheet of the season.
Head-to-head
Liverpool has achieved victory once and drawn twice in their last three league matches against Crystal Palace. Their most recent game ended in a goalless draw earlier this year.
Prediction
Both teams are seeing an increase in injured players in their treatment rooms. Liverpool has many options to replace their injured players, while Doucoure and Eze are considered irreplaceable for Palace. Hodgson’s team will be heavily pressured to perform well this weekend, and even a decent response to Wednesday’s defeat may not be sufficient to stop Liverpool from moving to the top of the table.
