Football Prediction | Newcastle United vs Crystal Palace | English Premier League | April 17 – Will Newcastle’s Top-Four Dream Stay Alive, or Can Palace Crash the Party?

St. James’ Park will welcome another Premier League contest when Newcastle United hosts Crystal Palace on Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 11:30 PM (BDT) / 11:00 PM (INR). Both teams will be seeking two vital points as they both search for consistency, which will make this one fun to watch. Newcastle should be slight favorites, but Palace tends to be unpredictable.

Newcastle United vs Crystal Palace Form Guide

Newcastle United

The Magpies possess the same impressive wing play and speed of attacking play. Upfront, Alexander Isak is clinical, with Jacob Murphy and Bruno Guimarães providing creativity and calmness. The Magpies are especially lethal when chasing a game and on through balls. Nevertheless, Eddie Howe’s men need to be mindful of potential defensive errors, particularly from a distance.

Crystal Palace

Under their organized way of playing, Palace are direct in their attacking focus and rely heavily on a set-piece or direct play. Jean-Philippe Mateta leads their line with 13 goals, and Eberechi Eze in midfield gives an extra level of creativity. They have been strong in winning back the ball and protecting a lead, but they are prone to indecisive finishing, aerial duels, and keeping hold of possession. 

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Newcastle United vs Crystal Palace Key Battles:

Alexander Isak vs Jean-Philippe Mateta

Isak has also had a strong season personally with 20 goals, and he is a threat inside the box. Mateta has been Palace’s go-to man this season with 13 goals, and he will be looking to capitalize on any Newcastle defensive errors.

Jacob Murphy vs Eberechi Eze

Murphy has been involved in 9 goals this season, and his link-up play on the flanks could be key. Eze, with 8 goal contributions, brings creativity and could unlock the Magpies’ backline with a moment of magic.

Newcastle United vs Crystal Palace Tactical Outlook

Do expect the Magpies to have the majority of possession, especially in their home ground, focusing on the wings and moving through the lines to break the compact shape of the Palace. The Magpies can control the pace of play with their non-aggressive attacks as well as having a consistent starting eleven.

Palace are likely to sit deeper, absorb pressure, and break forward with long balls and central runs. Their approach includes high shooting volume and reliance on set pieces, but they must avoid being caught offside or exposed aerially. 

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Head-to-Head Encounters

In their last 23 Premier League meetings, Newcastle United hold the edge with 9 wins, while Crystal Palace have claimed 5 victories and 9 matches have ended in draws. Newcastle are favored to win, according to the bookmakers, with odds of 1.83 for a home victory, 3.70 for a draw, and 4.00 for a Palace win.

Injury News and Suspensions

Newcastle United

Newcastle will be without Anthony Gordon, who is suspended for the next match. Jamaal Lascelles is recuperating from a cruciate ligament injury and will miss the return until the end of May. Joseph Willock is expected to recover from concussive symptoms and should be back in training by mid-April. Sven Botman is also looking at a return in early May, whilst Lewis Hall continues his recovery from an ankle injury and hopes to be back towards the end of June.

Crystal Palace

Crystal Palace are without Chadi Riad and Cheick Oumar Doucouré, both of whom are in training with the team while recovering from their long-term knee injuries. Chris Richards is a doubt for the next match as he recovers from a thigh injury.

Newcastle United vs Crystal Palace Possible Playing Squad

Newcastle United 

Pope (GK), Trippier, Schär, Burn, Livramento, Guimarães, Tonali, Joelinton, Murphy, Isak, Barnes.

Crystal Palace

Henderson (GK), Lerma, Lacroix, Guehi, Muñoz, Wharton, Kamada, Mitchell, Sarr, Eze, Mateta.

Match Details at a Glance

Match Prediction

With their superior attacking form and strong home record, Newcastle United are expected to edge this contest. Crystal Palace may threaten on the counter and through set pieces, but Newcastle’s tactical discipline should secure the result.

Score Prediction

A 1-0 victory for Newcastle United seems likely, with Isak providing the winning moment in a tight affair at St. James’ Park, as Crystal Palace put up a resilient but ultimately unsuccessful performance. 

Disclaimer: This Football prediction is based on the author’s insights and analysis. Readers should consider the points discussed and draw their own conclusions.

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