Premier League Preview: Brentford vs Crystal Palace Offshore Odds, Preview, and Picks (Aug 18)

There will be high hopes for the upcoming season when it comes to Crystal Palace, as the team enjoyed an excellent end to the previous campaign following the appointment of Oliver Glasner. The Eagles will be hoping to build on that momentum on the opening day of the 2024-25 season at Brentford.

Before Betting On Brentford vs Crystal Palace

A London derby kicks off the action in the Premier League on August 18, as Brentford and Crystal Palace both target a winning start to the new campaign. The Eagles enjoyed a season to remember in 2023-24, finishing in a joint-league high position of tenth. It was also their highest points tally for a season since 2018-19. Oliver Glasner’s influence on the team was immediate, as he took over the team when they were sitting just five points clear of the relegation places.

The Eagles went seven matches without defeat in the final weeks of the season, winning on six occasions. Further progression will be expected from Palace this term, despite losing Michael Olise in the summer window. However, they have made additions at both ends of the field, with Daichi Kamada, Ismaila Sarr, and Chadi Riad all making the move to Selhurst Park.

Last season was a slightly disappointing campaign for Brentford, as they only narrowly avoided relegation back to the Championship. Thomas Frank’s side ensured their status in the final months of the season after losing just twice in their last nine matches, but wins were hard to come by throughout the campaign after winning just three matches after matchday 25.

The Bees will likely keep hold of Ivan Toney this summer, despite the striker being linked with a move away from the club. Brentford have also added further quality in the forward area following the signing of Igor Thiago from Club Brugge. The forward netted 29 goals in 55 appearances across all competitions for the Belgian club last season.

Brentford vs Crystal Palace Offshore Odds & Picks

Palace are unbeaten in their last six Premier League matches against the Bees, but five of those clashes have ended in draws. That could be an interesting trend to follow when making picks on this opening day showdown.

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