Crystal Palace vs Bournemouth: Premier League Match Prediction & Preview | Extratips

Welcome to Extratips, your home for trusted football predictions! This Saturday, Crystal Palace host Bournemouth in a Premier League showdown at Selhurst Park. Kick-off is set for October 18, 2025, at 14:00. Palace sit 9th with 6 points from 4 games, aiming to defend their strong home form. Bournemouth are flying high, 4th with 9 points, showing sharp attack and grit away from home. Both teams have had tight head-to-head clashes lately—last two matches ended 0-0, while Bournemouth edged Palace 1-0 in April 2024. At home, Palace are unbeaten in their last 9, but draws have been common. Bournemouth have grabbed wins and draws on their travels.

Palace's midfield has chipped in with goals, but they often struggle to break teams down and create big chances. Their defense remains tough, rarely giving up goals. Bournemouth’s attackers look in form, though they’re still prone to lapses at the back. Injuries are limited, but keep an eye on late fitness checks for both squads.

Unique storylines: Will Palace’s unbeaten run at home stand firm? Can Bournemouth break down Palace’s tight defense? Expect an energetic battle, with both teams itching for three points. Backing a draw or a low-scoring outcome seems logical given their histories. Let’s dive into our predictions—may you find the edge!