To say that Crystal Palace have had a rough start to the new year would be an understatement; the confirmation of your manager and captain leaving in the same press conference was quite the blow.

Liam Rosenior’s ageing of men at Chelsea have got off to an expected start, having beaten Charlton, Brentford, and Pafos, but falling to defeat at home to Arsenal in the Carabao Cup semi-final first leg.

The hosts are winless in ten in all competitions, and now face the enormous task of replacing captain Marc Guehi, who left for a measly £20m.

Home form has been a key issue for Oliver Glasner’s side, who have only picked up two wins in 11 at Selhurst Park; only Wolves have won fewer.

Chelsea comes into the game unbeaten in 17 meetings against Sunday’s opponents, and is part of the chasing pack for fourth in the English Premier League, currently in sixth.

Rosenior’s men have enjoyed playing away from Stamford Bridge, earning 16 points from 11 matches; only Arsenal has lost fewer away matches.

What are the best bets for Crystal Palace vs Chelsea?

With everything going on at Crystal Palace, it’s Chelsea’s game to lose. The visitors are 20/21 to take all three points and extend Crystal Palace’s winless run to 11 games.

Cole Palmer’s campaign has been nothing short of frustrating so far, with the 23-year-old only featuring in 12 league games so far.

However, a goal last time out against Brentford and a rest in the Champions League make his 13/8 odds to score against an out-of-shape Palace a very tempting punt.

Backing both sides to score at 4/6 is also a strong choice, as it has landed in this exact fixture on all three of the last occasions.

Where can I watch Crystal Palace vs Chelsea in the USA?

Supporters in the USA can watch Crystal Palace vs Chelsea live on Peacock at 09:00am on Sunday, January 25.

Crystal Palace vs Chelsea live at 14:00 GMT will not be available to watch in the UK.

What is Crystal Palace’s current form?

D-L-D-L-L

What is Chelsea’s current form?

L-W-L-W-W

What were the results of the last five head-to-head matches between Crystal Palace and Chelsea?

17/8/2025 – Chelsea 0-0 Crystal Palace (Premier League)

4/1/2025 – Crystal Palace 1-1 Chelsea (Premier League)

1/9/2024 – Chelsea 1-1 Crystal Palace (Premier League)

12/2/2024 – Crystal Palace 1-3 Chelsea (Premier League)

27/12/2023 – Chelsea 2-1 Crystal Palace (Premier League)

What is Crystal Palace’s predicted team?

Henderson – Clyne, Richards, Lacoiux, Canvas, Mitchell – Hughes, Wharton – Johnson, Pino, Mateta

Injured – Doucoure, Kamada

Doubts – Munoz, Nketiah

What is Chelsea’s predicted team?

Sanchez – James, Tosin, Chalobah, Cucurella – Caicedo, Fernández – Neto, Palmer, Garnacho – Pedro

Injured – Lavia, Colwill

Doubts – Tosin

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