Crystal Palace Aims to Extend Strong Run Against Struggling Ipswich Town

Can the Eagles Soar Closer to European Spots or Will Ipswich Pull Off an Upset?

Crystal Palace is eyeing a move closer to the Premier League’s European qualification race as they host relegation-threatened Ipswich Town at Selhurst Park on Saturday.

After a sluggish start to the campaign, the Eagles have found their rhythm, securing an impressive eight wins in their last 14 matches. Now sitting 12th in the league table with 36 points, they are within striking distance of the coveted seventh spot. Their resurgence began with a narrow 1-0 victory over Ipswich earlier in the season, but they will be without that game’s hero, Jean-Philippe Mateta, due to injury.

For Ipswich Town, the situation is becoming increasingly dire. The Tractor Boys have fallen five points adrift of safety, struggling to find form with six defeats in their last seven outings. With challenging fixtures ahead, their chances of survival depend on finding crucial wins in matchups like this. However, a lengthy injury list further complicates their uphill battle.

Match Details: How to Watch Crystal Palace vs. Ipswich Town

• Kickoff Time: Saturday, 10:00 AM ET
• Venue: Selhurst Park, South London
• TV Channel: Peacock
• Live Streaming: Premier League on Peacock

Crystal Palace: Team News & Key Focus

Palace will have to adjust their attacking options in Mateta’s absence, providing a prime opportunity for players like Eddie Nketiah and Romain Esse to step up. The Eagles will also be missing key figures across the pitch, including Cheick Doucoure, Chadi Riad, and Joel Ward, while Marc Guehi remains a doubt.

Ipswich Town: Team News & Key Focus

Injuries continue to plague Ipswich, with a long list of absentees including Sammi Szmodics, Omari Hutchinson, and Conor Chaplin. The squad’s depth will be put to the test, and any hopes of securing points will rely on a resilient defensive display and efficiency in front of goal.

Crystal Palace vs. Ipswich Town: Match Prediction

While Mateta’s absence will be felt, Palace’s overall form and attacking options should give them the edge. Ipswich, with their extensive injury concerns and poor run of form, face an uphill task to take points from this fixture. Expect the Eagles to secure another crucial victory.

Prediction: Crystal Palace 2-1 Ipswich Town