Crystal Palace host Aston Villa tonight while they aim to end a difficult seven-match winless streak.
Oliver Glasner’s side has moved into a mid-winter slump, but they welcome a team they have historically dominated at Selhurst Park. The Eagles have won six of their last seven home games against the Villans and will be looking to maintain that psychological edge. Despite their overall form, Palace have traditionally feasted on Villa in South London, and Glasner will be banking on that record to spark a revival.
Crystal Palace Team News
The headline for the hosts is the potential full debut of club-record signing Brennan Johnson, who joined from Tottenham last week. He is expected to start in a creative role alongside Yeremy Pino. However, Glasner is dealing with a massive injury crisis; Nathaniel Clyne and Jefferson Lerma are the latest to join a long injury list that includes Daichi Kamada and Cheick Doucouré.
On a positive note, Chris Richards is fit enough to return to the matchday squad, providing much-needed defensive reinforcement even if he starts on the bench. Jean-Philippe Mateta will lead the line again; the forward has a sensational record against Villa, with nine goal involvements in previous meetings. The Eagles will need his clinical finishing to overcome a Villa side that is currently chasing second place.
Crystal Palace Predicted Lineup
Crystal Palace predicted XI: Henderson; Canvot, Lacroix, Guéhi; Rodney, Wharton, Hughes, Mitchell; Johnson, Pino; Mateta
When will the match kick off?
The Premier League fixture takes place at Selhurst Park on Wednesday, 7 January 2026. Kick-off is scheduled for 19:30 GMT.
How to watch Crystal Palace vs Aston Villa?
The match will be broadcast live in the UK on Sky Sports+. Coverage begins at 18:00 GMT.
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