Crystal Palace vs Sunderland Preview

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Crystal Palace return to Premier League action after the international break riding a wave of confidence. Their 3-0 demolition of Aston Villa before the break extended their unbeaten run to nine matches in the competition (W3, D6). That victory also ensured Palace began a new top-flight campaign without defeat after three rounds for the first time since 1992/93, providing further evidence that Oliver Glasner’s system is bearing fruit. The manager has successfully blended defensive organisation with sharp attacking transitions, and the Eagles’ growing European ambitions are reflected in their consistency.

One storyline that dominated Palace’s end to the transfer window was Marc Guéhi’s future. The England defender looked destined for a move to Liverpool on deadline day, but the transfer collapsed at the final hurdle. For Palace fans, keeping their captain is as important as any signing, and his leadership at the back will be crucial as they attempt to sustain this momentum. Their strong record against promoted sides should also inspire belief, as Palace have lost just one of their last 16 Premier League encounters against such opposition (W10, D5).

Visitors Sunderland arrive in south London as one of the early feel-good stories of the season. Having returned to the Premier League after years in the wilderness, they have hit the ground running with two wins from their first three matches (L1). Régis Le Bris’ men displayed resilience and composure in their impressive 2-1 victory over Brentford before the break, which lifted them into sixth place. Victory here would not only consolidate their excellent start but also secure them a place in the history books, as they could become just the third promoted side in Premier League history to win three of their opening four matches of a campaign.

Kafa Kafaya Geçmiş

The historical record offers encouragement for Sunderland, who have had the better of recent meetings. Palace have managed just two victories from the last seven head-to-head encounters (D2, L3), and more worryingly for Glasner’s side, all three of those defeats came at Selhurst Park. Sunderland will travel south confident that they can extend that record, knowing they have previously found success in this fixture despite enduring long spells of struggle at Premier League level.

Sıcak İstatistikler ve Seriler

• Crystal Palace have taken fewer corners (four) than any other Premier League side so far this season.
• Palace have managed just two clean sheets across their last 15 home league matches.
• Sunderland have lost 12 of their last 14 Premier League away fixtures (W2).
• All five of Sunderland’s league goals this season have come in the second half.
• Palace have scored at least twice in each of their last two league matches.

These statistics suggest that while Palace are strong in overall performance and unbeaten runs, their defensive vulnerabilities at home cannot be ignored. Sunderland, on the other hand, often grow into games, with their second-half goal trend making them a threat even if they fall behind early.

Key Players to Watch and Missing Players

New Palace signing Christantus Uche could once again be the man to watch. The forward demonstrated his knack for stepping up in important moments during his time at Getafe, where his team never lost in the five matches he scored in (W4, D1).

Known for scoring late in games, he could be decisive against a Sunderland team prone to conceding in the latter stages.

For Sunderland, the spotlight may fall on Brian Brobbey, who is in line to make his Premier League debut after joining late in the window.

The Dutch striker has built a reputation as a clinical finisher, with four of his last five goals serving as the opener in matches. If he can adjust quickly to the intensity of English football, he could provide Sunderland with the cutting edge needed to exploit Palace’s occasional lapses at Selhurst Park.

In terms of absentees, Palace will once again be without Ismaïla Sarr and Adam Wharton, both sidelined with injuries. Sunderland also remain without defensive lynchpin Dan Ballard, whose absence weakens their backline against Palace’s attack.

Taktiksel Görünüm

Palace are expected to stick with Glasner’s favoured three-at-the-back system, designed to make the most of Guéhi’s composure and Joachim Andersen’s distribution. This setup allows their wing-backs to push forward, creating overloads in wide areas, though it sometimes leaves them exposed to counter-attacks.

Sunderland, meanwhile, have shown they are capable of remaining compact away from home, but Le Bris has also encouraged his team to press high when opportunities arise. The key question will be whether Sunderland can cope with Palace’s midfield transitions. Should Brobbey start, Sunderland may attempt to hit Palace on the break, with long balls and direct play aimed at exploiting spaces behind the defence.

Bahis Analizi

This fixture has all the makings of a competitive London vs North-East clash, with both sides entering in strong spirits. Palace’s unbeaten streak and home advantage make them slight favourites, yet Sunderland’s momentum and superior recent H2H record cannot be dismissed.

The betting markets suggest a close contest, with value perhaps lying in the draw and both teams to score option. Palace’s defensive record at home and Sunderland’s second-half scoring habit back this up. Additionally, punters may consider backing a goal to be scored after the 75th minute, given Sunderland’s knack for late strikes and Uche’s habit of scoring in the latter stages.

Prediction: Crystal Palace 1-1 Sunderland

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