Burnley vs Crystal Palace Prediction: Opportunity for the Away Team
Burnley are mired in crisis and facing a relegation battle, while Crystal Palace are showing stability. Both the head-to-head history and current form favor the visitors.
Match context
The match between Burnley and Crystal Palace at 02:30 on December 4, 2025, at Turf Moor Stadium is predicted to be a clash of contrasting forms. While Burnley are struggling at the bottom of the table, Crystal Palace are looking for a win to consolidate their safe position in the top half of the Premier League table.
Contrasting form
The difference in their positions on the league table clearly reflects the recent form of the two teams. Burnley, in 19th place with only 10 points, is going through a very difficult period. Conversely, Crystal Palace is having a stable season, sitting in 10th place with 20 points.
Burnley: An alarming run of form
Turf Moor's form is very worrying. They have only won 1 and lost 4 of their last 5 Premier League matches. Their defense is a critical weakness, having conceded 27 goals in 13 games (an average of 2.1 goals per game), while their attack has also been ineffective with only 15 goals scored.
Crystal Palace: Impressive consistency
Conversely, Crystal Palace have shown a much more solid performance. In their last five matches, they have two wins, one draw, and two losses. The "Eagles'" strength lies in their well-organized defense, having conceded only 11 goals, an average of 0.8 goals per game, one of the best records in the league.
The head-to-head history favors the away team.
Statistics from the last five encounters show Crystal Palace's dominance. The visitors have won two matches, drawn two, and lost only one against Burnley. Notably, in their two most recent clashes in 2023 and 2024, Crystal Palace secured convincing victories with scores of 3-0 and 2-0 respectively.
Force situation
Both teams are facing personnel losses ahead of this match, which could significantly impact their tactics and strength.
Burnley are missing several key players.
- Z. Amdouni:Absent due to a knee injury.
- J. Beyer:Absent due to a hamstring injury.
- C. Roberts:Absent due to a groin injury.
Crystal Palace is also facing difficulties.
- R. Cardines:Absent due to muscle injury.
- C. Doucoure:Absent due to a knee injury.
- C. Kporha:Absent due to a back injury.
- I. Sarr:Absent due to injury.
- B. Sosa:Absent due to minor illness.
- C. Riad:His availability for the match is still uncertain due to a knee injury.
Analysis and prediction of results
Based on current form, head-to-head history, and consistency in their gameplay, Crystal Palace are considered the favorites in their away match at Turf Moor. Although Burnley have the home advantage, their weak defense and poor form could cost them dearly.
With a solid defense and better finishing ability, Crystal Palace are highly likely to secure at least one point. A win for the away team is a very real possibility. According to analyses, the probability of Crystal Palace winning or drawing is as high as 90%.
Forecast:Crystal Palace win or draw.