Crystal Palace vs Manchester City opens Premier League Gameweek 2 at Selhurst Park on Friday at 8pm, with the visitors strong favourites despite a tricky venue.
Manchester City began with a win while Palace were beaten on the opening weekend, and Enzo Maresca’s side are fancied to follow up. Anthony Eadson has the best bets, a score prediction and the head-to-head record below.
Premium Tips
Anthony Eadson is with City, who have the quality to win even at an awkward Selhurst Park.
| Premium Tip | Odds | Why we’re backing it |
|---|---|---|
| Manchester City to win & Under 4.5 Goals | 11/10 with SkyBet | City opened with a 2-1 home win over Bournemouth, but didn’t have it all their own way, scoring two late goals. Palace were beaten at Everton on the opening weekend, and despite putting in a decent performance, another defeat looks likely here. City are just 4/6 for the win, but I like the odds-against 11/10 for them to win the game and under 4.5 goals to be scored in the match. |
| Erling Haaland to score 2+ goals | 11/2 with Sky Bet | Erling Haaland may have missed a sitter against Bournemouth and failed to score in the match, but he has a phenomenal record against Crystal Palace. The Norwegian has scored in every game he has played against the Eagles. That includes a brace at Selhurst last season and a hat-trick at the Etihad a couple of years ago. Take the boosted 11/2 for Haaland to strike twice. |
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How Crystal Palace go into the game
Crystal Palace made a disappointing start, beaten 2-0 at Everton on the opening day. Selhurst Park remains one of the tougher grounds to visit, and Pierre Sage’s side will want a response under the Friday-night lights.
Palace are well-drilled and dangerous on the counter, but breaking down a side of City’s calibre is a huge ask. Home advantage offers hope of an upset, though the odds tell the story.
How Manchester City go into the game
Manchester City opened with a 2-1 win over Bournemouth and look primed for another title challenge. Even away from home, Maresca’s side dominate possession and chances against almost everyone.
City will expect to control the game and pick Palace off. A fast start would take the crowd out of it and set them on their way to three points.
Crystal Palace vs Manchester City head-to-head
| Date | Home | Score | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13/05/26 | Man City | 3-0 | Crystal Palace |
| 14/12/25 | Crystal Palace | 0-3 | Man City |
| 17/05/25 | Crystal Palace | 1-0 | Man City |
| 12/04/25 | Man City | 5-2 | Crystal Palace |
| 07/12/24 | Crystal Palace | 2-2 | Man City |
Man City have won four of the last five meetings, with Palace’s only success a 1-0 FA Cup win.
Crystal Palace vs Manchester City predictions & betting tips
| Our Prediction | Odds & Bookmaker | Confidence | Why We’re Backing It |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manchester City to win | 4/7 | ⭐⭐⭐ | Champions with a strong opening win. |
| Over 2.5 goals | 4/6 | ⭐⭐⭐ | City’s games rarely stay quiet. |
| Manchester City or draw (Double Chance) | 1/4 | ⭐⭐⭐ | Cover on the visitors. |
| Both teams to score | 4/6 | ⭐⭐ | Palace can threaten at home. |
| Manchester City to win 2-1 | 7/1 | ⭐⭐ | Headline scoreline. |
Crystal Palace vs Manchester City score prediction
Palace will make it awkward on a charged Friday night, but City’s class should ultimately tell. Expect the visitors to edge a competitive game, perhaps conceding along the way. Score prediction: Crystal Palace 1-2 Manchester City.
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