12 April 2026 at 13:00
Betting Odds & Historical Data
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Home Record / Away Record
Aggregated season statistics from all available historical data. Use these to assess each team's overall form, scoring frequency, and tendency for high-scoring matches.
Home Record: Crystal Palace
Away Record: Newcastle
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Data: football-data.co.uk
Match Summary
Crystal Palace defeated Newcastle 2:1. The match was played in Premier League 2025. Goals were scored by William Osula 43′, Jean-Philippe Mateta 80′, Jean-Philippe Mateta 90′ (pen.). 3 yellow cards were shown. Crystal Palace had 42% possession while Newcastle held 58%. Crystal Palace had 11 shots (5 on target) compared to 7 (3 on target) for Newcastle. Expected goals: Crystal Palace 2.34 — Newcastle 1.13. Crystal Palace made 5 substitutions, Newcastle made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Crystal Palace and Newcastle — 3 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Lewis Miley
assist: Tyrick Mitchell
Penalty
Match Statistics
Crystal Palace had 42% possession against Newcastle's 58%. Crystal Palace registered 11 shots (5 on target) while Newcastle managed 7 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 2–4. Fouls committed: 17–12.
Lineups
Crystal Palace lined up in a 3-4-3 formation under Oliver Glasner, while Newcastle deployed a 4-5-1 under Eddie Howe.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Crystal Palace is 6.84, compared to 6.87 for Newcastle. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Crystal Palace's highest-rated starter is Dean Henderson (7.03), while Newcastle's best-rated player is Malick Thiaw (7.08).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Crystal Palace have contributed 11 goals and 10 assists this season, led by Daniel Muñoz (3G). Newcastle's starters account for 21 goals and 13 assists, spearheaded by Anthony Gordon (6G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Crystal Palace deploy 3 defenders rated 6.95 on average, against Newcastle's 4-man backline averaging 6.93. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Crystal Palace field 4 midfielders averaging 6.80, versus Newcastle's 5 rated 6.91. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Crystal Palace start 3 forward(s) averaging 6.71, compared to 1 for Newcastle averaging 6.61. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 75% for Crystal Palace and 82% for Newcastle. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Crystal Palace's starters have collected 43 yellow cards this season, compared to 28 for Newcastle. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Crystal Palace's starting XI is 25.9 (youngest: Jaydee Canvot (19), oldest: Jefferson Lerma (31)), while Newcastle average 24.5 (youngest: Lewis Miley (19), oldest: Jacob Murphy (30)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Crystal Palace's starters average 23 league appearances each, versus 22 for Newcastle. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Coach: Oliver Glasner
Substitutes
Coach: Eddie Howe
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Crystal Palace have recorded 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeats. Newcastle show 1 wins, 1 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Crystal Palace vs Newcastle Head to Head Results
Crystal Palace and Newcastle have met 1 times — Crystal Palace won 0, Newcastle won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2026. Newcastle leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 2 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.00 per match (0 for the home side, 2 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–0 in 2026.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 14 Apr 2026