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Manchester City vs Crystal Palace

Etihad Stadium, Manchester13 May 2026 at 20:00

Match Events

Manchester City
Crystal Palace
Kick Off
A. Semenyo

assist: P. Foden

32′
O. Marmoush

assist: P. Foden

40′
Half Time
J. GvardiolJ. Doku
58′
M. NunesN. Ake
58′
60′
Y. PinoI. Sarr
60′
J. MatetaJ. S. Larsen
60′
W. HughesA. Wharton
75′
B. JohnsonD. Kamada
B. SilvaM. Kovacic
79′
O. MarmoushR. Cherki
79′
P. FodenJ. Stones
82′
82′
D. MunozN. Clyne
Savinho

assist: R. Cherki

84′
Full Time

Match Statistics

4Shots on Goal2
8Shots off Goal2
15Total Shots6
3Blocked Shots2
10Shots insidebox6
5Shots outsidebox0
10Fouls7
9Corner Kicks4
0Offsides4
73%Ball Possession27%
0Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves1
743Total passes281
662Passes accurate216
89%Passes %77%
1.66expected_goals0.73
-1.01goals_prevented-1.01

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Manchester City is 7.12, compared to 6.81 for Crystal Palace. 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. Manchester City's highest-rated starter is P. Foden (7.14), while Crystal Palace's best-rated player is D. Henderson (6.94).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Manchester City have contributed 11 goals and 9 assists this season, led by B. Silva (6G). Crystal Palace's starters account for 20 goals and 10 assists, spearheaded by J. Mateta (11G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Manchester City deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Crystal Palace's 5-man backline averaging 6.88. 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

Manchester City field 4 midfielders averaging 7.12, versus Crystal Palace's 4 rated 6.73. 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

Manchester City start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Crystal Palace averaging 6.72. 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 —% for Manchester City and 75% for Crystal Palace. 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

Manchester City's starters have collected 5 yellow cards this season, compared to 50 for Crystal Palace. 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 Manchester City's starting XI is 28.0 (youngest: P. Foden (25), oldest: B. Silva (31)), while Crystal Palace average 26.2 (youngest: J. Canvot (19), oldest: J. Lerma (31)). 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

Manchester City's starters average 29 league appearances each, versus 29 for Crystal Palace. 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.

Manchester City4-2-2-25-4-1Crystal Palace
GKDEFMIDFWD
25Donnaru.27Nunes45Khusanov15Guehi24Gvardiol47Foden20Silva26Savinho21Ait-Nou.42Semenyo7Marmoush1Henders.2Munoz26Richards5Lacroix23Canvot3Mitchell11Johnson19Hughes8Lerma10Pino14Mateta

Substitutes

Coach: Pep Guardiola

Substitutes

Coach: Oliver Glasner

Manchester CityPosition StrengthCrystal Palace
7.12
Avg Rating
6.81
Goalkeeper (1 v 1)6.94
0G 0A0G 0A
Defender (4 v 5)6.88
0G 0A7G 6A
7.12Midfielder (4 v 4)6.73
11G 9A2G 4A
Forward (2 v 1)6.72
0G 0A11G 0A
Manchester City4-2-2-2
25GoalkeeperG. Donnarumma
27DefenderM. Nunes
45DefenderA. Khusanov
15DefenderM. Guehi
24DefenderJ. Gvardiol
47MidfielderP. Foden7.15G2A
20MidfielderB. Silva7.16G7A
26MidfielderSavinho
21MidfielderR. Ait-Nouri
42ForwardA. Semenyo
7ForwardO. Marmoush
Crystal Palace5-4-1
1GoalkeeperD. Henderson6.9
2DefenderD. Munoz6.94G2A
26DefenderC. Richards6.91G
5DefenderM. Lacroix6.91G2A
23DefenderJ. Canvot6.9
3DefenderT. Mitchell6.81G2A
11MidfielderB. Johnson6.61A
19MidfielderW. Hughes6.8
8MidfielderJ. Lerma6.72A
10MidfielderY. Pino6.82G1A
14ForwardJ. Mateta6.711G

Match Summary

Manchester City defeated Crystal Palace 3:0. The match was played in Premier League 2025. Goals were scored by A. Semenyo 32′, O. Marmoush 40′, Savinho 84′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Manchester City had 73% possession while Crystal Palace held 27%. Manchester City had 15 shots (4 on target) compared to 6 (2 on target) for Crystal Palace. Expected goals: Manchester City 1.66 — Crystal Palace 0.73. Manchester City made 5 substitutions, Crystal Palace made 5.

Rivalry since 2013

Manchester City vs Crystal Palace Head to Head Results

28 stretnutí
Manchester City
19
wins
Drawn
5
Crystal Palace
4
wins
Total goals
91 · 3.3/match
Both scored
11/28 · 39%
Over 2.5
18/28 · 64%

Recent Meetings

Highest-scoring game: 52 v 2025

Recent Form

Manchester City

LWWWLW

Crystal Palace

WLDWLW

Match Prediction

Manchester City

50%

Home win

 

50%

Draw

Crystal Palace

0%

Away win

Model advice

Winner : Manchester City

72%Form28%
71%Attack29%
69%Defence31%
71%Head-to-head29%

Injuries & Suspensions

Manchester City

  • DoubtfulRodri
  • DoubtfulRodri

Crystal Palace

  • DoubtfulC. Doucoure
  • DoubtfulE. Guessand
  • DoubtfulE. Nketiah
  • DoubtfulB. Sosa
  • DoubtfulC. Doucoure
  • DoubtfulE. Guessand
  • DoubtfulE. Nketiah
  • DoubtfulB. Sosa

Bookmaker Odds

13 bookmakers

Best price

Manchester City

1.35

1xBet

Draw

6.50

Betfair

Crystal Palace

10.00

Unibet

Betting Odds & Historical Data

Opening pre-match odds recorded for this fixture at the time it was played. These are historical figures for analytical reference only and do not reflect any current market.

Historical data only — not for betting

This data is sourced from football-data.co.uk and covers historical match results and pre-match odds. These figures do not represent current or live odds and cannot be used for placing bets. Betting is not possible on this website. Provided for analytical and research purposes only.

Head-to-Head Record

Manchester City dominates

Historical results between these two teams — showing who has dominated this fixture and whether the current odds reflect that pattern.

Manchester City6wins
3draws10 meetings
Crystal Palace1wins

Goals in This Fixture

How many goals these two teams typically produce when they meet, based on their historical encounters.

3.6

Average goals per game

70%

Games with 3+ goals

50%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (60%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (79%) — the odds may underestimate Crystal Palace.

Market Summary

Margin: 5.0%

Implied win probabilities calculated from pre-match odds across multiple sources. A higher percentage means the market considered that outcome more likely. Compare these against your own assessment to spot potential value.

Implied Probability

Home 83.3%Draw 13.3%Away 8.3%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.207.5012.00
Max1.207.5012.00
Over 2.5: 71.4%Under 2.5: 33.3%
Market favourite:Manchester City · Heavy favourite

Result vs. Market

Manchester City
Result vs. Market: Manchester City (83%)

Result matched market prediction

Match Statistics

Actual in-game statistics recorded for this match. Shots on target is a strong indicator of attacking pressure and correlates well with expected goals.

Manchester CityHalf-time:20Crystal Palace
15Shots6
4Shots on target2

Head-to-Head History

Historical results between these two teams. Bold odds show which outcome was backed by the market — compare against the actual result to assess predictability of this fixture over time.

DateHomeScoreAwayAvg. odds
13/05/26Manchester City3–0Crystal Palace1.20/7.50/12.00
14/12/25Crystal Palace0–3Manchester City3.97/3.95/1.85
12/04/25Manchester City5–2Crystal Palace1.50/4.78/5.94
07/12/24Crystal Palace2–2Manchester City5.46/4.26/1.59
06/04/24Crystal Palace2–4Manchester City10.05/5.45/1.31
16/12/23Manchester City2–2Crystal Palace1.16/7.83/14.45
11/03/23Crystal Palace0–1Manchester City9.06/4.98/1.35
27/08/22Manchester City4–2Crystal Palace1.19/7.33/14.75
14/03/22Crystal Palace0–0Manchester City9.86/5.32/1.32
30/10/21Manchester City0–2Crystal Palace1.14/8.15/20.05

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: Manchester City

W 558D 226L 286
Over 2.555
Goals scored1939

Away Record: Crystal Palace

W 182D 160L 268
Over 2.547
Goals scored685

Data: football-data.co.uk

Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 17 May 2026