Crystal Palace will face off against West Ham United in a highly anticipated London derby on Monday. Crystal Palace seems to be on the right track after a challenging period, with the team only losing one of their last five league matches. In their latest match, they defeated Newcastle and climbed up the table, aiming for a top 10 finish. Additionally, Crystal Palace has made it to the Conference League semifinals, which is a notable accomplishment.
On the other hand, West Ham United, under the management of Nuno Espirito Santo, has been in excellent form. They recently secured a 4-0 victory against Wolves at home and have only suffered two defeats in their last eight league games. Although they have a good chance of remaining in the Premier League, they are still involved in a fierce relegation battle.
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How to watch Crystal Palace vs West Ham live, stream link and start time
- Kick off time: 3pm ET on Monday (April 20)
- Venue: Selhurst Park (South London)
- TV Channel: USA
- Streaming: Watch on USA
Crystal Palace team news, focus
Injuries have affected Crystal Palace’s squad, with Eddie Nketiah, Evann Guessand, and Maxence Lacroix sidelined, while Adam Wharton is uncertain. The return of Jean-Philippe Mateta from injury has provided a significant boost to the team. Crystal Palace’s success in the Conference League could potentially lead them to qualify for the Europa League next season, setting a positive trajectory for the club.
West Ham team news, focus
Under Nuno’s guidance, West Ham has become a resilient team playing in a 4-2-3-1 formation. Their defensive capabilities have significantly improved throughout the season. The return of Crysencio Summerville from an injury spell has been pivotal, and the team excels in counterattacks. Taty Castellanos has been impressive as the team’s lead striker, and West Ham will aim to exploit Palace’s vulnerabilities on the break.
Crystal Palace vs West Ham prediction
The prediction favors West Ham to secure a crucial away victory. While Crystal Palace’s primary focus is on the Conference League, West Ham’s strength in counterattacks and defensive solidity could give them the edge in the match. The prediction stands at Crystal Palace 1-2 West Ham.
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