Date: 13/09/25
Kick-off time: 15:00
Venue: Selhurst Park

Another Saturday 3pm kick-off in the Premier League, and this one has a bit of spice. Crystal Palace, still unbeaten this season, welcome Sunderland, who are back in the big time and sitting pretty in sixth. Palace fans have been waiting for their side to click, while Sunderland have been full of energy since their return. So, who keeps the momentum rolling here? Let’s dig in.

Crystal Palace vs Sunderland Team News

Palace have a mixed bag going into this one. Adam Wharton is sidelined with a muscle injury, while Ismaila Sarr and Eddie Nketiah aren’t expected back until October. Cheick Doucouré and Chadi Riad remain longer-term absentees. That’s a chunk of quality missing, but Jean-Philippe Mateta is fit, firing, and looks ready to cause trouble again.

Sunderland also have problems. Dan Ballard is racing the clock for fitness, while Luke O’Nien, Aji Alese, Leo Hjelde, and Dennis Cirkin are all doubts. It’s not the kind of list you want before facing a side unbeaten in seven at home. The boost? Granit Xhaka is in midfield, and you know he’ll bring control and bite in the middle.

Likely Lineups

Crystal Palace (3-4-2-1): Henderson; Muñoz, Guéhi, Lacroix; Mitchell, Hughes, Kamada, Richards; Pino, Wharton; Mateta.

Sunderland (4-3-3): Roefs; Hume, Alderete, Mandava, Hjelde; Xhaka, Diarra, Sadiki; Fée, Talbi, Mayenda.

Crystal Palace vs Sunderland Betting Tips

This game has Palace written all over it. They’re unbeaten, they’ve kept four clean sheets already this season, and Selhurst Park has been a fortress. Sunderland, meanwhile, looked great at home but fell flat in their only away trip.

Some angles worth a look:

• Crystal Palace to win to nil – they’ve been so tight defensively.
• Both teams NOT to score – Palace’s clean sheets are no fluke.
• Under 3.5 goals – neither side is exactly corner-happy or goal-crazy.

What do you think? Playing it safe with goals here, or expecting another thriller like Sunderland’s 3-0 win on opening day?

Crystal Palace vs Sunderland Match Prediction

Palace are going to control the ball, especially in midfield with Hughes and Kamada pulling strings. Sunderland will look to Xhaka to keep them ticking, but away from home, it’s a big ask. They’ll probably sit deep, soak up pressure, and hope Mayenda can hit on the counter.

Over 90 minutes though, Palace’s class and home form should tell.

Match Prediction: Crystal Palace to win. Bet with bet365.

Crystal Palace vs Sunderland Correct Score Tips & Prediction

I’m leaning towards a 2-1 Palace win. They’ve got enough attacking quality to get the goals, but Sunderland won’t roll over. Expect the Black Cats to scrap and maybe nick one, but the home crowd should push Palace over the line.

Correct Score Prediction: Crystal Palace 2-1 Sunderland. Bet with bet365.

Crystal Palace vs Sunderland Over & Under Goals Betting Tips

The stats point towards a fairly tight game. Palace’s matches haven’t been full of goals, and Sunderland’s away struggles suggest they’ll try to keep it tight.

Over/Under Prediction: Under 3.5 Goals. Bet with bet365.

Crystal Palace vs Sunderland Bet Builder Tip

Here’s a combo I like for Saturday afternoon:

• Crystal Palace to win
• Under 3.5 goals
• Jean-Philippe Mateta anytime scorer

That’s your solid, low-scoring Palace win package – and it lines up perfectly with how both teams are trending right now.

Bet Builder Tip: Palace to Win, Under 3.5 Goals, Mateta to Score Anytime. Bet with bet365.

Key Stats

• Crystal Palace are unbeaten in their last seven home league games.
• Sunderland have lost their only away match this season.
• The Black Cats won their last three visits to Selhurst Park, including a 4-0 in 2017.
• Palace have conceded just one goal in five games across all competitions this season.

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