Crystal Palace vs Newcastle prediction - Premier League
The match at Selhurst Park between Crystal Palace and Newcastle promises to be a thrilling encounter as both teams are striving to break away from the mid-table zone in the Premier League.
A closely contested match at Selhurst Park
At 8:00 PM on April 12, 2026, Crystal Palace will host Newcastle United at Selhurst Park in a Premier League match. This is an important game for both clubs as they are closely matched in the league table, with only a 3-point difference.
Newcastle are currently in 13th place with 42 points from 31 matches. Crystal Palace are just behind them in 14th place with 39 points, but have played one fewer game (30). The outcome of this match could change the dynamics in the mid-table, especially considering both teams have been inconsistent recently.
Analyze current form and position.
Newcastle enter this match having won 2 and lost 3 of their last 5 league games. Away from home this season, the Magpies have won 4 but also lost 7 of their 15 away matches. Their goal difference is slightly negative with 44 goals scored and 45 goals conceded.
On the other side of the pitch, Crystal Palace have shown a rather resilient performance at home. Although they have only won 3 matches at Selhurst Park, they have had 7 draws, showing that this team is very difficult to beat when supported by their home crowd. Palace's scoring efficiency is 1.1 goals per game, while their defense concedes an average of 1.2 goals per game.
Current rankings
| Team | Location | Point | Form (last 5 matches) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newcastle | 13 | 42 | Win 2, Loss 3 |
| Crystal Palace | 14 | 39 | 2 wins, 1 draw, 2 losses |
The head-to-head history favors the away team.
In their last five encounters, Newcastle have a clear advantage with three wins, one draw, and only one loss. Most notably, Newcastle secured a resounding 5-0 victory in April 2025. However, their last visit to Selhurst Park in November 2024 resulted in a 1-1 draw.
- January 4, 2026: Newcastle 2 - 0 Crystal Palace
- April 17, 2025: Newcastle 5 - 0 Crystal Palace
- November 30, 2024: Crystal Palace 1 - 1 Newcastle
- April 25, 2024: Crystal Palace 2 - 0 Newcastle
- October 21, 2023: Newcastle 4 - 0 Crystal Palace
Force situation and personnel losses
Both managers are facing challenging personnel issues due to injuries. Crystal Palace will be without key player C. Doucoure due to a knee injury and striker E. Nketiah due to a thigh injury. In particular, their main striker J. Mateta will also be absent for rest, creating a significant void in the attack.
Newcastle are in a similar predicament, having lost playmaker Bruno Guimaraes to a muscle injury. Their defense is also severely depleted, with E. Krafth (knee injury) and F. Schar (ankle injury) definitely out. The availability of center-back S. Botman remains uncertain following a facial injury.
Tactical analysis and predictions
Based on statistical indicators, the match is predicted to be a close contest with few goals (under 2.5). Newcastle is considered slightly more likely to win, with a 45% chance of winning, and a 45% chance of a draw. Meanwhile, Crystal Palace's chances of winning are only estimated at 10%.
With both teams missing key players in both attack and defense, caution will be paramount. A draw or a narrow victory for the visiting Newcastle is the most likely scenario at Selhurst Park this time.
Team lineup updated at 19:30 on 12/04/2026
Official lineup
Crystal Palace
Diagram: 3-4-3
CoachOliver Glasner
Starting lineup:
- 1. Dean Henderson (G)
- 26. Chris Richards (D)
- 5. Maxence Lacroix (D)
- 23. Jaydee Canvot (D)
- 2. Daniel Muñoz (M)
- 8. Jefferson Lerma (M)
- 19. Will Hughes (M)
- 3. Tyrick Mitchell (M)
- 11. Brennan Johnson (F)
- 22. Jørgen Strand Larsen (F)
- 10. Yéremy Pino (F)
Substitutes:
- 44. Walter Benítez
- 17. Nathaniel Clyne
- 24. Borna Sosa
- 34. Chadi Riad
- 18. Daichi Kamada
- 20. Adam Wharton
- 55. Justin Davenny
- 7. Ismaïla Sarr
- 14. Jean-Philippe Mateta
Newcastle
Diagram: 4-3-3
CoachEddie Howe
Starting lineup:
- 32. Aaron Ramsdale (G)
- 21. Valentino Livramento (D)
- 12. Malick Thiaw (D)
- 4. Sven Botman (D)
- 3. Lewis Hall (D)
- 67. Lewis Miley (M)
- 7. Joelinton (M)
- 8. Sandro Tonali (M)
- 23. Jacob Murphy (F)
- 18. William Osula (F)
- 10. Anthony Gordon (F)
Substitutes:
- 1. Nick Pope
- 2. Kieran Trippier
- 9. Yoane Wissa
- 11. Harvey Barnes
- 20. Anthony Elanga
- 27. Nick Woltemade
- 28. Joe Willock
- 33. Dan Burn
- 41. Jacob Ramsey
