Crystal Palace’s 1-1 draw with Chelsea in the reverse fixture in September ended a run of 13 consecutive Premier League defeats against the Blues. They’ve not avoided defeat in both league meetings since 1991-92 (D2).
Chelsea have won 12 of their 15 Premier League away games against Crystal Palace (D1 L2) – it’s the joint highest away win rate any side has against another in the competition (80% – min. 10 meetings).
Crystal Palace have lost their opening league match in each of the last three calendar years by an aggregate score of 12-2. All three of these matches have also been London derbies.
Chelsea have only won their opening league match in one of the last eight calendar years (D5 L2), though this was a 1-0 win against Fulham in 2024. They last won their first league game in consecutive years in 2005/2006.
Having lost five of their first eight Premier League games this season (D3), Crystal Palace have now lost just two of their last 11 (W4 D5). However, both defeats in this current run have been in home London derbies (0-2 v Fulham, 1-5 v Arsenal).
Chelsea’s 2-1 defeat against Fulham on Boxing Day ended a seven game unbeaten run in Premier League London derbies for the Blues (W5 D2). However, they’ve won both such games on the road on the season, netting 3+ goals each time (3-0 v West Ham, 4-3 v Tottenham).
30% of Crystal Palace’s Premier League goals this season have been scored by defenders, the highest share in the division (6/20). The Eagles last had more goals scored by defenders overall in a Premier League campaign in 2017-18 (10).
Chelsea have lost their last two Premier League games, as many defeats as they’d suffered in their previous 23 games combined (W15 D6). The Blues last suffered more losses in a row in April/May 2023 during Frank Lampard’s second spell in charge (four).
Eberechi Eze scored Crystal Palace’s goal in their 1-1 draw against Chelsea earlier this season – the only Eagles player to score home and away league goals against the Blues in a single campaign was George Whitworth in 1924-25.
No player was involved in more Premier League goals during 2024 than Chelsea’s Cole Palmer (26 goals, 13 assists), a record by a Blues player in a single year. Indeed, only Erling Haaland (142) had more shots (139) than Palmer, and only Bruno Fernandes (99) created more chances (97) than Palmer.
Crystal Palace will face off against Chelsea in a highly anticipated Premier League match this weekend. Both teams will be looking to secure a crucial victory as they aim to climb the table and secure their respective positions in the league.
Team news:
Crystal Palace will be without the services of key midfielder Eberechi Eze, who is sidelined with a long-term injury. However, the Eagles will be boosted by the return of defender Tyrick Mitchell, who is back from suspension.
Chelsea, on the other hand, will be without the services of midfielder Mateo Kovacic, who is nursing a hamstring injury. However, the Blues will be buoyed by the return of defender Thiago Silva, who is back from injury.
Stats:
– Crystal Palace have won just one of their last five Premier League matches, while Chelsea have won three of their last five.
– Chelsea have the best defensive record in the league, having conceded just 11 goals in 14 matches.
– Crystal Palace have struggled for goals this season, scoring just 13 goals in 14 matches.
Head-to-head:
Chelsea have dominated this fixture in recent years, winning five of the last six meetings between the two sides. However, Crystal Palace will be hoping to turn the tide and secure a vital three points in front of their home fans.
Overall, this promises to be an exciting and closely contested match, with both teams eager to secure a positive result. Stay tuned for all the action as Crystal Palace take on Chelsea in the Premier League.
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