It's a Premier League matchday 31 encounter at Etihad Stadium on at as Manchester City and Crystal Palace prepare to go head-to-head. Manchester City (2.) have scored goals this season and earned a well-deserved win against Brentford FC last time out (3 - 0). Their opponents (Crystal Palace., 14) have conceded goals this campaign. Weighing up every available data point, our AI model sees Manchester City taking the spoils in front of their home fans — at 58%.
Premier League Matchday 31: Top Betting Tips and Current Odds Overview
Three-Way BetManchester City1/51/5·ZizobetT&C's apply | +18Total Goals Over/Under 2.5Over 2.5 Goals2/52/5·ZizobetT&C's apply | +18★ Expert TipExpert TipCrystal Palace +1.5 Goals3/23/2·VelobetT&C's apply | +18
Latest expert prediction with statistical analysis
Three-Way BetManchester City 58% · X 21% · Crystal Palace 21%Both Teams To Score Yes/NoYes 58% · No 42%Total Goals Over/Under 2.5Over 60% · Under 40%Total Goals Over/Under 3.5Over 38% · Under 62%Correct Score1-110%2-110%2-09%
Current odds for Manchester City vs Crystal Palace
ProbabilityManchester City58%Draw21%Crystal Palace21%
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Manchester City Form
Last 5 games
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Manchester City's last competitive outing ended 3 - 0 against Brentford FC — a win that sends them into this fixture in fine fettle. Their next challenge comes at Etihad Stadium on .
Looking at the past 6 months, Manchester City have taken 15 wins from 24 games – a record that puts their current form into perspective. Their home games during this period have produced 8 victories and defeats. On average they have scored 2.04 and conceded 1 goals per game.
Looking at Manchester City's recent run of 24 games, they have netted 49 goals at a rate of 2.04 per game. Defensively, they have let in 24 goals over the same period. At home specifically, Manchester City have won 8 and lost of their 11 home games in this stretch.
Crystal Palace Form
Last 5 games
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On the previous matchday, Crystal Palace went up against Everton FC and came away with a point at 2 - 2. The result means they head to Etihad Stadium looking to find a winner away from home.
In the last 6 months, Crystal Palace have played 23 games, winning 7 of them. Their away record in that period reads 5 wins and 6 defeats from 12 matches on the road. Offensively, they have netted 24 goals while conceding 35 – a defensive average of 1.52 per game.
Looking at Crystal Palace's recent run of 23 games, they have netted 24 goals at a rate of 1.04 per game. Defensively, they have let in 35 goals over the same period. Away from home specifically, Crystal Palace have won 5 and lost 6 of their 12 away games in this stretch.
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Premier League
Premier League Table
| # | Team | Played | Diff. | Pnts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Arsenal London | 36 | 42 | 79 |
| 2 |  Manchester City Home | 35 | 40 | 74 |
| 3 |  Manchester United | 36 | 15 | 65 |
| · · · 9 places · · · | ||||
| 13 |  Newcastle United | 36 | -2 | 46 |
| 14 |  Crystal Palace Away | 35 | -6 | 44 |
| 15 |  Nottingham Forest | 36 | -2 | 43 |
Last Meetings
12/14/2025
Crystal Palace
Manchester City
Manchester City
0-3
05/17/2025
Crystal Palace
Manchester City
Manchester City
1-0
04/12/2025
Manchester City
Crystal Palace
Crystal Palace
5-2
12/07/2024
Crystal Palace
Manchester City
Manchester City
2-2
Form Trend – Points per Game (Last 5 Matches)
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