Chelsea’s dreams of a Premier League title push have been negatively impacted during the festive period, as they come into this latest round of matches sitting fourth.
In fact, the Blues could drop out of the top four positions in the standings if they fall to a third successive defeat on Saturday.
It has been a contrasting period for Crystal Palace, as they have moved up to 15th place in the standings after losing just once across their last five matches in the competition.
Odds
| Match Result | Odds |
|---|---|
| Crystal Palace | +290 |
| Draw | +289 |
| Chelsea | -109 |
Chelsea Hold Dominant Advantage Over Eagles
| Total | Crystal Palace | Chelsea | Draws | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Games | 29 | 4 | 24 | 1 |
| Premier League Games | 27 | 4 | 22 | 1 |
| Goals | 83 | 21 | 62 |
Crystal Palace have a poor record against Chelsea in the Premier League. The 1-1 draw between the sides earlier this season ended a 13-game losing sequence for the Eagles.
However, Palace haven’t avoided defeat in both matches in a season against the Blues since 1991-92. Chelsea have won 12 of their last 15 away matches against Palace.
🚨⚽ TIP: Under 3.0 Goals @ -115
Crystal Palace vs. Chelsea Key Stats
- Chelsea have only started a calendar year with a victory in one of the last eight years.
- Crystal Palace have suffered just two defeats in their last eleven Premier League matches.
Crystal Palace Team News
Marc Guehi is a key player missing for the Eagles this weekend, as the defender is suspended. Adam Wharton and Matheus Franca are both unlikely to return before the end of the month.
Possible Lineup
Dean Henderson (GK); Chris Richards, Maxence Lacroix, Trevoh Chalobah, Daniel Munoz, Will Hughes, Jefferson Lerma, Tyrick Mitchell, Eberechi Eze, Ismaila Sarr, Jean Philippe Mateta
Chelsea Team News
Wesley Fofana and Benoit Badiashile are both out for the Blues this weekend, but the former could return to action next weekend.
Possible Lineup
Robert Sanchez (GK); Axel Disasi, Levi Colwill, Tosin Adarabioyo, Marc Cucurella, Moises Caicedo, Enzo Fernandez, Pedro Neto, Cole Palmer, Christopher Nkunku, Nicolas Jackson
Crystal Palace vs. Chelsea Prediction
Chelsea’s form has dipped in recent weeks, and they are finding it more testing to find the back of the net.
Therefore, they could be a dangerous play as an odds-on chance this weekend. For that reason, there could be better value in siding with the points being shared.
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