Crystal Palace vs AFC Bournemouth predictions for Saturday’s Premier League affair at Selhurst Park. Who will prevail in this clash? Read on for all our free Premier League predictions and betting tips.
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Crystal Palace vs AFC Bournemouth Predictions
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Bournemouth’s Quest for Survival and Crystal Palace’s Aiming for a Strong Finish
Key Stats
– Bournemouth have won four of their last six games.
– Crystal Palace have drawn more home games this season than any other team, except for Brentford.
Not many would have thought that Bournemouth would have a chance at survival after Scott Parker’s dismissal as manager early in the season. However, under Gary O’Neil, the Cherries have managed to turn their fortunes around, sitting at 39 points and on the verge of safety in the Premier League relegation battle.
Bournemouth have won four of their last six matches, pulling away from the drop zone. While they have conceded 67 goals in 35 games – only surpassed by Leeds – they’ve managed to bounce back from heavy defeats to secure crucial victories. With their Premier League status almost secured, an entertaining match is expected when they visit Crystal Palace.
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Hodgson’s Impact on Crystal Palace
Roy Hodgson’s return as Crystal Palace manager was initially met with controversy, but he has transformed the Eagles’ fortunes since replacing Patrick Vieira. They have won four of their last seven games and drawn another, with three seemingly winnable matches left in the season, starting with Bournemouth and followed by Fulham and Nottingham Forest.
Although a top-half finish may be out of reach, ending the season on a high note would be a welcome outcome for the Crystal Palace faithful, especially considering their mid-season dip in form.
Goals Galore Expected
Given Bournemouth’s defensive record and the blossoming attacking talents of Crystal Palace under Roy Hodgson, this match has the potential to be a goal-fest. As the season comes to a close and the pressure lessens, high-scoring games have become more common, and both teams could put on an exciting display in South London, similar to Crystal Palace’s recent 4-3 win over West Ham.
Our main prediction for this match is a Bournemouth win & 2 or more goals scored in the match which is available with William Hill at a generous 11/2, at the moment of writing. I believe the difference in what is likely to be very open affair would be down to their motivation to secure their Premier League status and on Palace’s already safe position.
Bournemouth’s Offensive Form
Furthermore, I believe there some good ground to place a small bet on the correct score market, by backing Bournemouth to prevail for 3-2 in what should be an end-of-the-season entertaining affair.
Crystal Palace’s Resurgent Attacking Talent
Under Roy Hodgson’s guidance, Crystal Palace have experienced a resurgence in their attacking talent. With a recent 4-3 win over West Ham showcasing their scoring capabilities, the Eagles have the potential to find the net multiple times in this match. Despite being safe from relegation, the team’s desire to finish the season strongly could result in them scoring two goals in this encounter.
Defensive Vulnerabilities on Both Sides
Both Bournemouth and Crystal Palace have shown defensive vulnerabilities throughout the season, which could contribute to the predicted high-scoring game. Bournemouth’s defensive record has been less than stellar, with only Leeds conceding more goals this season. Similarly, Crystal Palace have had their fair share of defensive issues. These weaknesses at the back can create opportunities for both teams to score.
Late-Season Entertainment
As the season comes to a close, teams often engage in more entertaining and high-scoring matches. The pressure of the long season begins to dissipate, and players are more inclined to take risks and play with greater freedom. This openness can lead to more goals scored and closely contested games. The predicted 3-2 win for Bournemouth over Crystal Palace could be a prime example of this late-season spectacle.
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