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Crystal Palace FC
v Ipswich Town FC
Selhurst Park
Premier League Matchday 28
08-03-2025 15:00
Crystal Palace Form
Ipswich Town Form
Date: 08/03/25
Kick-off time: 15:00
Venue: Selhurst Park
In this Palace vs Ipswich preview, we delve into the upcoming Premier League clash between two teams at opposite ends of the table. Crystal Palace will be looking to continue their strong form at home, while Ipswich Town will be desperate for points as they battle relegation.
With Palace sitting comfortably mid-table, and Ipswich Town struggling in 18th place, this match presents a clear opportunity for the Eagles to secure another vital three points in their campaign. However, Ipswich will be hoping to shock their hosts and add some much-needed points to their tally as they fight to stay in the Premier League.
Palace will be without key striker Jean-Philippe Mateta for this match, following a nasty collision with Millwall’s goalkeeper in the FA Cup. Mateta’s absence will undoubtedly affect their attacking options, as he had been in solid form. Additionally, Riad Chadi and Cheick Doucoure are both sidelined due to long-term injuries, further limiting the depth of the squad. Despite these injuries, Palace’s squad depth remains strong, and they are expected to field a competitive team.
On the other hand, Ipswich face a long injury list, with key players such as Christian Walton, Wes Burns, Julio Enciso, Kalvin Phillips, Conor Chaplin, Omari Hutchinson, and Chiedozie Ogbene all facing doubts for this game. Ipswich’s injury woes have been a constant struggle throughout the season, and with their survival hopes on the line, they will need all the available talent to be fit and ready for this crucial encounter.
Crystal Palace enter this match as the clear favourites, and it’s easy to see why. With a strong home record and Ipswich’s struggles away from home, we expect the Eagles to take all three points in this fixture. Their impressive recent form, including victories over Manchester United and Aston Villa, should give them the confidence to win here.
When it comes to betting tips, backing Crystal Palace to win outright looks a safe option. A correct score bet of 2-1 in favour of Palace offers a good return, as Ipswich have shown signs of vulnerability in defence, but they also have the potential to score, particularly with their need to chase a result.
For those looking at individual player bets, with Jean-Philippe Mateta out with his injury, the focus might shift to other Palace forwards like Ismaila Sarr, who has been in good form of late.
Our Crystal Palace vs Ipswich prediction favours the home side, with a 2-1 victory for the Eagles. While Palace have been strong, particularly at home, Ipswich have proven resilient in certain fixtures, and their need for survival could spur them on. However, the gulf in quality between the two sides is clear, and Palace’s attacking threat should eventually break through Ipswich’s defence.
Crystal Palace’s recent form leads us to predict they will win this match, but Ipswich will likely score at least once, considering their ability to find the net in recent games, despite their overall struggles.
Match Prediction: Crystal Palace to win. Bet with bet365.
Given the current form of both teams, our Crystal Palace vs Ipswich Town score prediction leans towards a 2-1 victory for the Eagles. Ipswich have been conceding at an alarming rate away from home, but their fight against relegation should see them score at least once. Palace, however, are expected to outclass them with their superior squad and better form.
Correct Score Prediction: 2-1 to Crystal Palace. Bet with bet365.
For the over/under goals prediction in this Crystal Palace vs Ipswich Town encounter, we believe that backing over 2.5 goals could be a solid option. Ipswich have conceded heavily on their travels, and Palace’s attacking prowess should ensure a few goals in this match. While Ipswich might struggle to keep up defensively, their desperation for points may lead them to be more open in attack, adding to the potential for a high-scoring game.
We expect a final score of 2-1, meaning the total number of goals will be 3. This makes the over 2.5 goals market a strong bet to consider.
Over/Under Prediction: Over 2.5 Goals. Bet with bet365.
For those looking to place a Bet Builder bet on this Crystal Palace vs Ipswich fixture, there are a few valuable markets to consider. Crystal Palace to win, over 2.5 goals, and an anytime goalscorer bet on Ismaila Sarr could offer great value. Sarr has been in form, and with Mateta’s absence, he may play a more central role in attack.
Additionally, considering Ipswich’s struggles away from home and their defensive frailties, a Crystal Palace win combined with over 2.5 goals looks like a promising bet.
Bet Builder Tip: Crystal Palace to win, over 2.5 goals, and Ismaila Sarr to score anytime. Bet with bet365.
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