Crystal Palace vs Brondby predictions for this friendly pre-season game that will be played on Saturday afternoon. Crystal Palace keen to bounce back following the defeat against Barnet. Read on for all our free betting tips and predictions.
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Crystal Palace vs Brondby Predictions
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The Redemption Seekers
Key Stats
– Brondby have struggled with inconsistency, with their previous season’s record standing at 12 wins, 12 losses, and 8 draws.
– The last encounter between these two sides resulted in a 1-1 draw in the summer of 2020.
After a disappointing friendly loss against Barnet, Crystal Palace are keen to correct their missteps as they play host to Denmark’s Brondby at the Palace Academy in a private encounter this Saturday. This comes following their 1-0 loss in their initial summer friendly against the National League side. Their counterparts from Denmark, meanwhile, managed a 0-0 draw against Swansea City in their recent outing.
The evergreen Roy Hodgson, 75, has made an unexpected return to the managerial helm at Crystal Palace. Initially considered a temporary solution at the end of the 2022-23 season, Hodgson’s dedication and hunger for management earned him another year at Selhurst Park. Under his guidance, Palace recorded only two losses in ten matches, securing their spot in the Premier League comfortably, even outscoring a beleaguered Chelsea side by a point. However, their journey into the 2023-24 season leaves much to be desired.
An Unsteady Start
The Eagles were unfortunate to lose to an exceptional long-range effort from Courtney Senior in their recent match at Hive Stadium. Hodgson, however, is unperturbed by the defeat, considering the absence of several key international players and the fact that two entirely different XIs were fielded before and after half-time. Upcoming encounters against Crawley Town and Watford await the Eagles, followed by a trip to the United States to challenge Millonarios from Colombia and the Europa League champions Sevilla.
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Meanwhile, Brondby’s dreams of a third consecutive European qualification were dashed last season as they struggled to find a spot among the top four despite qualifying for the Danish Superliga Championship group. Their inconsistent run saw them record 12 wins, 12 losses, and eight draws, resulting in a disappointing fifth-place finish – their worst since the 2016-17 season.
A Quest for Reclaiming Glory
Having failed to secure a spot in any European qualifiers this summer, the 11-time Danish champions have played two friendly matches so far, triumphing over Hillerod 2-1 and drawing with Swansea. With the distraction of continental football out of the way, Jesper Sorensen’s focus is solely on guiding Brondby back to their deserved European berth.
This upcoming match is not the first meeting between Palace and Brondby. They played to a 1-1 draw in the summer of 2020, courtesy of goals from Wilfried Zaha and Jesper Lindstrom, with the latter now making strides at Eintracht Frankfurt.
1. Match Outcome Prediction: Crystal Palace to Win
The basis for our first prediction lies in the realms of both teams’ recent performances and the prospects they’ve shown. Despite losing their first friendly against Barnet, Crystal Palace have had a decent run in the English Premier League, having secured safety with relative ease. Their 2022-23 performance demonstrated strength and determination, with only two defeats in 10 matches under Roy Hodgson’s tutelage. Given Hodgson’s formidable experience and the expected return of several international players to the fold, there is an increased likelihood of a Crystal Palace victory.
On the other hand, Brondby, despite being the 11-time Danish champions, had a roller-coaster ride last season. Inconsistency was a sticking point, with an equal number of victories and defeats – 12 each, and eight draws, which led them to finish fifth in the Danish Superliga Championship, their lowest since 2016-17. This inconsistency, coupled with the absence of new faces in the squad, tilts the odds towards a Crystal Palace win, making this a justified prediction.
Over/Under 2.5 Goals Prediction: Over 2.5 Goals
This prediction is rooted in the offensive capabilities of both teams. As already pointed out, Crystal Palace boast strong attackers like Eberechi Eze, Jordan Ayew, and Odsonne Edouard, who have shown consistent goal-scoring potential. Meanwhile, Brondby have demonstrated their attacking prowess in recent friendlies. These factors increase the probability of a game with at least three goals.
Moreover, while Crystal Palace’s defence has been reasonable, they have conceded goals on numerous occasions. Brondby’s defence, too, has been less than stellar, opening the possibility for goals from the opposition. Hence, considering the likely goal-scoring scenario from both ends of the pitch, it seems probable that this match will witness over 2.5 goals.
2. Correct Score Prediction: 2-1 Victory for Crystal Palace
As for the correct score prediction, a 2-1 victory in favour of Crystal Palace seems a plausible outcome. Although Palace had an average goal-scoring record in the last season – scoring 40 goals in 38 matches – their attackers like Eberechi Eze, Jordan Ayew, and Odsonne Edouard showcase strong goal-scoring potential. In the forthcoming match, these players’ return, coupled with the debut of Jefferson Lerma, could provide Palace the firepower to score twice against the Danish side.
Conversely, Brondby have shown some attacking prowess as well, and they might pose a threat to Palace’s defence. Their performance in the recent friendly matches – a win against Hillerod and a draw with Swansea – indicates they could indeed find the net. Therefore, while Palace are predicted to triumph, a clean sheet might not be on the cards also considering Hodgson’s experiements, making 2-1 a feasible scoreline for this encounter.
3. Goalscorer Prediction: Odsonne Edouard to Score
For our third prediction, we turn our attention towards the individual players, specifically Crystal Palace’s Odsonne Edouard. The French striker managed 17 goals from 35 appearances last season, proving to be a critical asset to Palace’s attack. His agility and clinical finishing make him a prime candidate to score at least once in the upcoming game against Brondby.
Furthermore, with Brondby’s defence not being their strongest suit and given that they are yet to integrate any fresh defensive talents this season, Edouard could seize this opportunity to enhance his scoring record. Thus, based on his impressive performances and potential, we predict Odsonne Edouard will find the back of the net in this exhibition encounter.
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