Newcastle vs Crystal Palace

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Newcastle vs Crystal Palace
Jan 4, 2026 3:00 pm
2 - 0

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Match details

Kick-off: January 4 2026, 15:00 GMT

Stadium: St. James' Park

Confirmed lineups

Newcastle (4-3-3)
  • Goalkeeper: N. Pope
  • Defenders: L. Miley, M. Thiaw, F. Schär, L. Hall
  • Midfielders: Bruno Guimarães, S. Tonali, Joelinton
  • Forwards: J. Murphy, Y. Wissa, A. Gordon
Crystal Palace (3-4-2-1)
  • Goalkeeper: D. Henderson
  • Defenders: J. Lerma, M. Lacroix, M. Guéhi
  • Midfielders: N. Clyne, A. Wharton, W. Hughes, T. Mitchell
  • Forwards: B. Johnson, Yeremy Pino, J. Mateta

Missing players

Newcastle will be without D. Burn (Chest Injury), E. Krafth (Knee Injury), J. Lascelles (Muscle Injury), W. Osula (Ankle Injury), S. Botman (Lower Back Injury), A. Elanga (Knee Injury), T. Livramento (Knee Injury), and K. Trippier (Hamstring Injury). These absences present a challenge as the club seeks to improve its standings.

Crystal Palace faces a number of absences including Rio Cardines (Muscle Injury), C. Doucouré (Knee Injury), D. Kamada (Hamstring Injury), C. Kporha (Back Injury), D. Muñoz (Knee Injury), E. Nketiah (Thigh Injury), C. Riad (Knee Injury), I. Sarr (International duty), W. Hughes (Injury), and C. Richards (Foot Injury). These missing players may impact their ability to secure a positive result.

Match background

This encounter will be crucial for both teams as Newcastle sits in 14th place with 26 points, while Crystal Palace is just ahead in 11th with 27 points. A win could potentially boost one of these teams towards stability in the league.

Recent form

Newcastle's recent form has seen them win one, lose two, and draw one of their last four matches. With only 26 goals scored this season, they will need to capitalize on opportunities to improve their standing.

Crystal Palace is currently struggling, having drawn once and lost three of their last four matches. The team’s goal-scoring has not been prolific, with only 22 goals this season, making this match vital for regaining confidence.

Head-to-head record

  • April 16 2025: Newcastle 5-0 Crystal Palace
  • November 30 2024: Crystal Palace 1-1 Newcastle
  • April 24 2024: Crystal Palace 2-0 Newcastle
  • October 21 2023: Newcastle 4-0 Crystal Palace
  • January 21 2023: Crystal Palace 0-0 Newcastle

Prediction

This match is expected to be competitive, with Newcastle slightly favored based on their recent head-to-head results. Both teams struggle defensively, making Betting tip: BTTS: Yes a sensible option given their recent form and weaknesses.

Betting tipBTTS: Yes a sensible option given their recent form and weaknesses.
Crystal Palace vs Newcastle
Apr 12, 2026 2:00 pm
2 - 1

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Match details

Crystal Palace vs Newcastle

Tournament: Premier League - Regular Season - 32

Kick-off: April 12 2026, 14:00 BST

Stadium: Selhurst Park

Confirmed lineups

Crystal Palace (3-4-3)
  • Goalkeeper: D. Henderson
  • Defenders: C. Richards, M. Lacroix, J. Canvot
  • Midfielders: D. Muñoz, J. Lerma, W. Hughes, T. Mitchell
  • Forwards: B. Johnson, J. Strand Larsen, Yeremy Pino
Newcastle (4-3-3)
  • Goalkeeper: A. Ramsdale
  • Defenders: T. Livramento, M. Thiaw, S. Botman, L. Hall
  • Midfielders: L. Miley, Joelinton, S. Tonali
  • Forwards: J. Murphy, W. Osula, A. Gordon

Match background

Crystal Palace sits in 14th place with 39 points, while Newcastle is just above them in 13th with 42 points. Both teams are eager to secure valuable points to pull away from the relegation zone.

Recent form

Crystal Palace: In their last four matches, Crystal Palace has drawn once and recorded two wins, with one loss. This recently improved form includes solid home performances, but they have struggled for consistency overall.

Newcastle: Newcastle's form has been erratic, with two wins followed by a loss in their last four fixtures. Their away record shows vulnerabilities, making this matchup crucial for regaining momentum in their season.

Head-to-head record

  • January 04, 2026: Newcastle 2-0 Crystal Palace
  • April 16, 2025: Newcastle 5-0 Crystal Palace
  • November 30, 2024: Crystal Palace 1-1 Newcastle
  • April 24, 2024: Crystal Palace 2-0 Newcastle
  • October 21, 2023: Newcastle 4-0 Crystal Palace

Prediction

This match is expected to be tightly contested given both teams' recent forms and stakes. Betting tip: Consider betting on a draw, as both teams have shown inconsistency in finishing matches strongly.

Betting tipConsider betting on a draw, as both teams have shown inconsistency in finishing matches strongly.