Tottenham vs Crystal Palace Prediction, Betting Pick, Latest Premier League Odds for Thursday, March 5th
In a pivotal Premier League clash, Tottenham, currently languishing in 16th place, will host 14th-placed Crystal Palace at their home ground. The crucial encounter is scheduled for Wednesday, March 5th, 2026, with kick-off at 8:00 PM GMT. The hosts will be desperate for points to alleviate growing relegation concerns, while the visitors aim to distance themselves further from the drop zone.
OC Staff - March 5, 2026, 9:00 AM EST
3 Minute ReadTottenham vs Crystal Palace: Lineups, Team News and Prediction
In a pivotal Premier League clash, Tottenham, currently languishing in 16th place, will host 14th-placed Crystal Palace at their home ground. The crucial encounter is scheduled for Wednesday, March 5th, 2026, with kick-off at 8:00 PM GMT. The hosts will be desperate for points to alleviate growing relegation concerns, while the visitors aim to distance themselves further from the drop zone.
Tottenham vs Crystal Palace Form
Tottenham's recent form paints a grim picture for their supporters. Their last Premier League outing saw them fall 2-1 away to Fulham. This result extends a worrying streak for the Lilywhites, who have now lost their last four Premier League matches. Furthermore, they have conceded at least two goals in eight of their last nine Premier League games, highlighting significant defensive frailties. In seven of their last eight league matches, there have been over 2.5 goals scored, suggesting open, if not always successful, games. Overall, their form over the last six Premier League fixtures sees them ranked dead last in the league (20th), having secured just two points from a possible eighteen.
Crystal Palace also suffered a recent defeat, going down 2-1 away to Manchester United in their last Premier League fixture. However, their form has been slightly better than their upcoming opponents, ranking 12th in the overall form table for the last six matches. Over this period, the Eagles have picked up two wins, one draw, and three losses in the Premier League. While their away form in the league has seen them win just one of their last six, they did manage a Conference League victory against Zrinjski Mostar recently.
Tottenham vs Crystal Palace Head to Head
The most recent meeting between these two sides saw Crystal Palace emerge victorious with a 1-0 win at home against Tottenham in December of the current 2025/2026 Premier League season.
Looking at the last six encounters in the Premier League, Tottenham have historically held the upper hand, securing four victories compared to Crystal Palace's two. Interestingly, three of these last six meetings have seen under 2.5 goals scored, including the last three consecutive matches between the two clubs in all competitions. This suggests that while Tottenham may have a better overall head-to-head record, recent contests have been tight affairs.
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Tottenham vs Crystal Palace Probable Lineups
Tottenham (4-2-3-1):
Vicario; Souza, Van de Ven, Danso, Porro; Palhinha, Sarr; Kolo Muani, Simons, Tel; Solanke
Crystal Palace (3-4-2-1):
Henderson; Canvot, Riad, Richards; Mitchell, Hughes, Wharton, Muñoz; Sarr, Johnson; Larsen
Tottenham vs Crystal Palace Team News
Tottenham are facing a significant injury crisis, with a lengthy list of first-team players sidelined. Odobert, Bentancur, Bergvall, Davies, Kudus, Kulusevski, Maddison, and Udogie are all out injured, with none expected back before next month. Adding to their woes, Cristian Romero completes a four-match suspension, leaving a gaping hole in the defence. Kevin Danso and Mathys Tel will be hoping for starts to fill the voids, while young Brazilian left-back Souza could make his full debut.
Crystal Palace also have their injury concerns, with Doucouré, Nketiah, and Lerma all remaining sidelined. Jean-Philippe Mateta is listed as doubtful. Crucially, Maxence Lacroix is suspended after receiving a red card in their recent match against Manchester United, which could see Chadi Riad step into the back-three. Brennan Johnson, however, has a chance of starting against his former club, which would be a boost for the visitors.
Tottenham vs Crystal Palace Match Facts
- Tottenham have conceded at least 2 goals in their last 8 matches in Premier League.
- Tottenham have lost their last 4 matches in Premier League.
- There have been over 2.5 goals scored in 7 of Tottenham's last 8 games in Premier League.
- Tottenham have seen under 2.5 goals in their last 3 matches against Crystal Palace in all competitions.
Prediction: Tottenham 1-0 Crystal Palace
This fixture pits a struggling Tottenham side against a Crystal Palace team that, while not in stellar form, possesses some attacking threat. Tottenham's current woes are evident, with a four-game losing streak and a concerning record of conceding at least two goals in their last eight Premier League matches. Their defensive weaknesses, particularly against attacks down the wings and skillful players, are pronounced, and they also struggle with aerial duels and individual errors. However, the hosts do have strengths in attacking down the wings, stealing the ball, and finishing chances, often attempting crosses and playing with width.
Crystal Palace, on the other hand, are strong in creating scoring chances, but are hampered by weaknesses in keeping possession, finishing those chances, and avoiding offside. They also struggle with protecting a lead and defending set pieces. The forecast suggests Tottenham will frequently steal the ball, potentially capitalising on Palace's struggles with possession. Given the visitors' difficulty in finishing chances and Tottenham's ability to steal the ball and finish, the home side might just edge this one. Despite Tottenham's overall poor form, their offensive strengths, combined with Palace's attacking inefficiencies and defensive set-piece vulnerability, could see them grind out a narrow victory.
Best Bet: Under 2.5 Goals (+100) Click here to get the best odds at FanDuel Sportsbook
Considering the prediction of a tight 1-0 victory for Tottenham, and the fact that Tottenham have seen under 2.5 goals in their last three matches against Crystal Palace in all competitions, a punt on Under 2.5 Goals looks like a solid betting angle. Both teams have shown inconsistencies, and Palace's struggles to convert chances, coupled with Tottenham's recent tight head-to-head encounters, make a low-scoring affair highly probable.
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