23 August 2025 at 10:00
Match Summary
Chelsea U18 defeated Crystal Palace U18 4:2. The match was played in U18 Premier League - South 2025. Goals were scored by K. Barbour 6′, B. Casey 14′ (pen.), C. Walker-Smith 20′, C. Ezenwata 67′, M. Eboue 69′, C. Walker-Smith 90′ (o.g.).
Match Events
Key match events between Crystal Palace U18 and Chelsea U18 — 6 goals and 0 cards recorded during the match.
assist: S. Gordon
Penalty
assist: J. Fasida
assist: S. Gordon
Own Goal
Lineups
Crystal Palace U18 lined up in a — formation under Javier Alonso Delgado, while Chelsea U18 deployed a — under Hassan Sulaiman.
Midfield Control
Crystal Palace U18 field 11 midfielders averaging —, versus Chelsea U18's 11 rated —. 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.
Age & Experience
The average age of Crystal Palace U18's starting XI is 519.5 (youngest: S. Somade (17), oldest: J. Fasida (2025)), while Chelsea U18 average 17.0 (youngest: F. Bernal (17), oldest: F. Bernal (17)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Substitutes
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Crystal Palace U18 have recorded 4 wins, 1 draws and 1 defeats. Chelsea U18 show 2 wins, 0 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.
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