Crystal Palace and Brighton & Hove Albion renew one of the Premier League’s most fiercely contested rivalries at Selhurst Park this weekend.
With both sides sitting mid-table and separated by a single point, this fixture not only carries local bragging rights but could also define the early trajectory of their campaigns. Palace’s defensive steel faces Brighton’s creative threat in what promises to be a closely fought encounter, kick-off scheduled for Sunday afternoon in south London.
Best Bets & Predictions
Based on recent form, head-to-head balance, and season stats, here are our top betting recommendations for this match. We’re particularly confident in the Both Teams to Score market, given Brighton’s attacking output and Palace’s home resilience.
| Our Prediction | Odds & Bookmaker | Confidence | Why We’re Backing It |
|---|---|---|---|
| Both Teams to Score – Yes | 4/7 @ BetMGM (63.6%) | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Both teams have scored in the last four meetings betwen these two rivals, with an average of 3.5 goals per game in that time. Both teams have scored in 80% of Brighton away matches this season and the same can be said of 60% of Crystal Palace home matches. When it comes to goals per game, Crystal Palace games have averaged 2.3 goals per game this season, whilst Brighton games have featured 3.2 goals per game./td> |
| Jean-Philippe Mateta Anytime Goalscorer | 13/10 @ BetMGM (43.5%) | ⭐⭐⭐ | Mateta is Crystal Palace’s top scorer so far this season scoring nine times already this season. This includes four in his last three Premier League games and this weekend he comes up against a Brighton side that have conceded an average of 1.5 goals per game, a figure that rises to two goals per game when the Seagulls are away from home. In fact, Brighton have kept just one clean sheet this season, although that did come in their last game, against Leeds United. |
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How both teams head into Crystal Palace vs Brighton
Crystal Palace come into this fixture off the back of some inconsistent form. They’ve won two of their last five Premier League games but have also lost two, leaving them firmly in midtable on 16 points. Much of this tally has been found at Selhurst Park, where Palace are yet to taste defeat this season, winning nine of their 16 points at home. Palace have beaten Liverpool and Brentford in their last five games but suffered losses against Everton and Arsenal in that period.
Brighton are rejuvenated in the past few weeks, winning three of their last five matches and putting an end to a run of just one win in the five games before that. Those three wins have been impressive ones too, with Chelsea, Newcastle and Leeds all being downed by the Seagulls. A loss against Man Utd is a blemish on their recent form but they’ve moved into 10th position and things are looking a bit more promising for Fabian Hürzeler’s side.
Crystal Palace team news
Cheick Doucoure and Eddie Nketiah are both a couple of weeks away from returning to action but remain Oliver Glasner’s only real concerns ahead of the trip from Brighton.
Brighton team news
Adam Webster and Solly March are long terms absentees for Brighton while James Milner and Jack Hinshelwood are both a game or two away from their comebacks. Joel Veltman and Kaoru Mitoma could be back in contention, though.
Season Form & Standings
The 2025/26 season to date sees both teams locked in the mid-table battle after 10 matches. Crystal Palace have a slight edge in defensive record and goal difference, but Brighton’s attacking numbers keep them in the mix.
| Team | Pos | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crystal Palace | 9 | 10 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 14 | 9 | +5 | 16 |
| Brighton & Hove Albion | 10 | 10 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 17 | 15 | +2 | 15 |
Head-to-Head: Last 5 Meetings
Recent matchups have been incredibly even, with two wins apiece and a draw. Crystal Palace edged the last home meeting 2-1, while Brighton ran out 4-1 winners in the most recent clash at the Amex. Seven of the last 17 meetings have ended in a draw, highlighting just how tight this rivalry remains.
| Date | Score | Competition |
|---|---|---|
| 05/04/25 | Crystal Palace 2-1 Brighton | Premier League |
| 15/12/24 | Brighton 1-3 Crystal Palace | Premier League |
| 03/02/24 | Brighton 4-1 Crystal Palace | Premier League |
| 21/12/23 | Crystal Palace 1-1 Brighton | Premier League |
| 15/03/23 | Brighton 1-0 Crystal Palace | Premier League |
Conclusion
With both teams so closely matched—Palace’s defensive resolve against Brighton’s attacking flair—this clash could be decided by a moment of quality or a defensive slip. Will Crystal Palace’s superior clean sheet tally and home advantage prove decisive, or can Brighton’s creative edge break them down? Our top pick is Both Teams to Score – Yes at 4/7 with Bet365 (63.6%). Keep an eye on Mateta in the goalscorer market for added value.
Odds correct at the time of writing. Please gamble responsibly.