Barnet vs Crystal Palace predictions as the Eagles are starting their pre-season preparations with a short trip north of the River Thames. Read on for all our free betting tips and predictions.
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Barnet vs Crystal Palace Predictions
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Crystal Palace’s Pre-season Test: A Meeting Across the Thames with Barnet
Key Stats
– Crystal Palace have enjoyed an uninterrupted ten-year stint in the Premier League, displaying consistent performance.
– Barnet conceded 67 goals last season, while Crystal Palace boasts an average of 1.1 goals per game, pointing towards a potential 3-1 victory for Palace.
Crystal Palace, a team with a tenured place in the English Premier League, are set to kick-off their preseason preparations with a short northward journey across the River Thames, where they are scheduled to face Barnet this Tuesday.
Barnet: The Underdogs
Last season, Barnet, a prominent player in the National League, ended their journey in fifth place, narrowly missing out on the golden ticket to the Football League. This followed a disappointing 2-1 defeat at the hands of Boreham Wood in the play-offs. The club is no stranger to the National League, as this will mark their sixth consecutive season after being relegated from League Two in 2018.
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Last season, Dean Brennan’s Bees emerged as surprise contenders at the top, with a strong showing that contradicted their previous relegation struggles. However, they fell short in the end-season playoffs, with a 2-1 loss against Boreham Wood.
With powerhouse teams like Wrexham and Notts County no longer monopolising resources, the Bees might have a real shot at ascending to the Football League. This prediction is strengthened by their commendable 1-1 draw against Norwich City in the first preseason game.
Crystal Palace: The Resilient Eagles
On the other hand, Crystal Palace are relishing in a successful era, marked by a decade-long presence in the top-tier English football. Their 10th consecutive Premier League campaign concluded with Roy Hodgson expertly steering the club clear of any relegation concerns.
This period has been marked by remarkable consistency, the highlight being their top half finish in the 2014-15 season. In each of these campaigns, they secured between 41-49 points, successfully warding off any potential relegation risks.
Adding to their ranks, Crystal Palace acquired Jefferson Lerma on a free transfer from Bournemouth, but the real talk of the town is the future of the club legend, Wilfried Zaha, who may soon be leaving the club. However, the rise of talents like Eberechi Eze and Michael Olise provides a glimmer of hope for the Eagles’ future.
Friendly Form: Building Momentum
Barnet’s recent form has been steady, with their last six matches resulting in two wins, three draws, and one loss. Crystal Palace, in contrast, have seen more flux, with three wins, two draws, and a single loss.
Barnet and Crystal Palace: New Additions and Lineups
Barnet’s supporters are eagerly awaiting the club’s new additions, including Callum Stead, Sam Barratt, Zak Brunt, Reece Hall-Johnson, Ben Coker, and Adebola Oluwo. On the other hand, Palace’s line-up will miss Olise due to a severe hamstring tear. Nonetheless, it’s expected that Lerma will make his unofficial debut for the club.
Game Analysis and Predictions: Goals Aplenty, Victory for Palace
Even though Crystal Palace may not be at their full strength, the overall quality of their squad significantly outweighs Barnet’s. Despite competing in four divisions beneath Crystal Palace, and having played twice in the past week, Barnet are expected to put up a fight.
The detailed data analysis leads us to predict that both teams are likely to score, given their recent form and team strength. Moreover, the Eagles’ strong performance in the Premier League last season and the additions to their squad suggest a potential correct score of 3-1 in favour of Crystal Palace.
While the underdogs Barnet have demonstrated their resilience, the experience and quality of Crystal Palace’s team are likely to prevail, even if the hosts might find a goal also considering that they will be in better shape than the Eagles who are just starting their preparation.
Conclusion
This upcoming fixture provides an interesting mix of a seasoned Premier League team and a determined National League side. With their varying levels of experience and resources, it will be fascinating to see how each team tackles this challenge, laying the groundwork for their respective upcoming campaigns.
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