The Premier League delivers a thrilling top-four clash on Sunday, December 14, 2025, as high-flying Crystal Palace host Manchester City at Selhurst Park. Kick-off is at 2:00 PM GMT (9:00 AM ET). This encounter pits two in-form sides against each other, with Palace eyeing a statement win to solidify their Champions League push and City aiming to close the gap on leaders Arsenal.
Match Details
- Date: Sunday, December 14, 2025
- Venue: Selhurst Park, London
- Kick-off: 2:00 PM GMT
Recent Form
Crystal Palace, under Oliver Glasner, have been one of the season’s surprises. Sitting fourth with 26 points from 15 games (W7 D5 L3), the Eagles are pushing for Champions League qualification after their historic FA Cup triumph last season. They’ve won their last three across all competitions, including road victories over Burnley and Fulham in the league, plus a 3-0 Conference League win at Shelbourne.
Manchester City, managed by Pep Guardiola, are second and just two points behind Arsenal. The Citizens are on a four-game winning streak, scoring prolifically (including 3-0 over Sunderland and a statement 2-1 at Real Madrid in the Champions League). Erling Haaland leads the league with 15 goals, supported by emerging talents like Rayan Cherki and Jeremy Doku.
Team News and Potential Lineups
Crystal Palace
Injuries: Daniel Muñoz (knee surgery, out several weeks), Cheick Doucouré (ACL), Chadi Riad (knee), and others sidelined. Jean-Philippe Mateta (knee) and Ismaila Sarr (ankle) are hopeful returns.
Potential lineup (3-4-2-1): Henderson; Richards, Lacroix, Guéhi; Clyne, Wharton, Lerma, Mitchell; Nketiah, Pino; Mateta
Manchester City
Injuries: Rodri (major doubt, hamstring/ACL concerns), John Stones, Mateo Kovacic out. Squad otherwise strong after midweek rest for key players.
Potential lineup (4-1-4-1): Donnarumma; Nunes, Dias, Gvardiol, O’Reilly; González; Cherki, Foden, Reijnders/Silva, Doku; Haaland
Score Predictions
This promises goals—both teams are attacking and vulnerable at times. City’s firepower (35 league goals) gives them the edge, but Palace’s solid defense (second-fewest conceded) and home form could frustrate.
Our pick: Crystal Palace 1-2 Manchester City Haaland to score, but Palace nick one on the counter.
