Brentford vs Crystal Palace Match Prediction

TABLE WITH ODDS OF POPULAR BOOKMAKERS

Bookmakers	1	X	2	Under 2.5	Over 2.5
	2.439	3.68	2.907	2.091	1.827	Bonus	+100%
	2.35	3.3	2.75	1.96	1.7	Bonus	100%
	2.39	3.58	2.815	2.035	1.78	Bonus	90€
	2.45	3.45	2.85	2.01	1.78	Bonus	+500%
	2.39	3.58	2.815	2.035	1.78	Bonus	300€

In the first round of the new season of the English Premier League, 2024/25 will meet two strong mid-table teams – Brentford and Crystal Palace.

Bookmakers assess the chances of the teams as almost equal. The odds on Brentford’s victory are only slightly lower than on Crystal Palace’s success. At the same time, a draw is also highly quoted. This once again emphasises the unpredictability of the match and the absence of a clear favourite.

Odds for the match Brentford – Crystal Palace

The match between Brentford and Crystal Palace in the first round of the EPL sees an equal and unpredictable confrontation between two solid mid-table sides.

Bookmakers give a slight preference to the home team. The odds for a Brentford victory are in the range of 2.35 to 2.45. The team, which spends its fourth season in the EPL, will try to take advantage of the advantage of their field to start with a victory.

At the same time, Crystal Palace’s chances of an away win are rated slightly lower, but still quite high. The odds of the Eagles’ success range from 2.75 to 2.85. “Palace” is an experienced EPL fighter, who can make a surprise away.

Interestingly, bookmakers consider the probability of a draw in this match to be quite realistic. The odds for a draw are from 3.3 to 3.58.

Brentford vs Crystal Palace Match Prediction

The meeting promises to be persistent and equal. Bookmakers give a slight preference to Brentford, playing on their field. However, high odds on a Crystal Palace win (2.75-2.85) and a draw (3.3-3.58) speak about the unpredictability of the match and roughly equal chances of the teams.

The history of face-to-face meetings speaks about the equality of rivals. In the last 9 matches, Crystal Palace won only once and Brentford won once, but 7 games ended in a draw, and 5 of them in a row – with a minimum score. The teams often play each other cautiously, from defence.

Given these factors, a draw is the most likely outcome of the match. Both teams will be cautious, fearing defeat in the opening round. The higher attacking potential of Crystal Palace may be compensated by the factor of their field for Brentford. The goals are likely to be few.

Recent official meetings

Brentford

Brentford have had a mixed stretch at the end of the 2023/24 season with mixed results. “The Bees” had three wins, three defeats and four draws in their last ten Premier League games.

The brightest moment for the team was a confident victory over Luton Town with a score of 5:1. Brentford showed excellent attacking football, scoring five goals in the opponent’s goal. It is also worth noting the victories over Sheffield United (2:0) and Bournemouth (2:1), which allowed the “Bees” to maintain a place in the middle of the standings.

However, it was not without disappointments. Brentford lost badly to Newcastle (2:4) in the final round and minimally lost to Everton (0:1) and Burnley (1:2).

Draws against Fulham (0-0), Brighton (0-0), Manchester United (1-1) and Aston Villa (3-3) demonstrate Brentford’s ability to take points away from tough mid-table and Premier League giants. However, to progress next season, the Bees need to learn to play with more confidence against teams of their calibre and fight for victory in every game.

Crystal Palace

Crystal Palace ended the 2023/24 season on a major note with an impressive run of results. “The Eagles have won six of their last ten Premier League games, with only one defeat and two draws.

Roy Hodgson’s team tore their opponents at the end of the championship. Huge victories over Aston Villa (5:0), Manchester United (4:0) and West Ham (5:2) demonstrated the incredible attacking power of Crystal Palace. The team played bright, combinative football, which brought results and pleased the fans.

The victory over Liverpool with the score 1:0 deserves a special mention. Crystal Palace managed to beat one of the giants of English football, showing a tactically competent and selfless game.

The only serious failure was the defeat by Manchester City (2:4). However, even in this match, the Eagles managed to score twice, which is an achievement against the City defence.

The draws against Fulham (1-1) and Brighton (1-1) can also be credited to Crystal Palace. The team managed to take points away from the Premier League’s tough mid-table sides and prove that they are capable of fighting with any opponent on equal terms.

With a brilliant end to the season, Crystal Palace have every chance of making a successful run in the 2024/25 Premier League. If the team can maintain their attacking potential, strengthen their defence and continue to progress under Roy Hodgson’s leadership, they could well be in the running for European places. “Eagles” showed that they are ready to give a fight to any opponent and impose a struggle for high positions in the standings.

History of head-to-head confrontations

Of the last 9 matches Crystal Palace won only one victory, Brentford also won once, and as many as 7 meetings ended in a draw. This indicates an equal struggle and unwillingness of the rivals to concede to each other.

A series of 5 consecutive draws between August 2021 and August 2023 is noteworthy. In these matches, the teams scored no more than one goal per game, indicating a cautious and tactically sound game on both sides.

Crystal Palace’s only win in recent head-to-head matches came in December 2023 with a 3-1 victory.

As for the whole history of confrontations, there is also no clear favourite. Of the 15 matches, Crystal Palace won 5 times, and Brentford – only twice. At the same time, the “eagles” have scored 25 goals, while the “bees” have scored 15. On average, Crystal Palace score 1.67 goals per match, while Brentford score exactly 1.

Historically, Crystal Palace have a slight advantage over Brentford. “Eagles” win more often and score more goals both in absolute values and on average per game.

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