Crystal Palace and Brentford meet in a London derby at Selhurst Park on Saturday.
Both teams arrive full of confidence following massive midweek Carabao Cup victories. Palace stunned Liverpool with a 3-0 win at Anfield, while Brentford progressed with an emphatic 5-0 victory over Grimsby Town. Furthermore, the two sides sit level on points in the Premier League table, setting the stage for a competitive clash.
Crystal Palace vs Brentford – Match Preview and Team News
- Date: Saturday, 1 November 2025
- Kick-off: 3:00 pm GMT
- Venue: Selhurst Park, London
- Referee: Peter Bankes
- VAR: Tony Harrington
- Last Meeting: Crystal Palace 1-2 Brentford, 26 January 2025, Premier League
Team News
Crystal Palace
Oliver Glasner will recall his main players today after making changes for the midweek cup win. Jean-Philippe Mateta is set to return to lead the attack, and Chris Richards is fit again after a calf issue. Defender Chris Richards is also fit again after recovering from a calf issue. However, midfielder Adam Wharton (illness) and striker Eddie Nketiah (muscle injury) are both ruled out. They join long-term casualties Cheick Doucouré and Chadi Riad on the sidelines.
Brentford
Keith Andrews has been handed a major boost, with Jordan Henderson, Aaron Hickey, and Yehor Yarmoliuk all declared fit and available for today’s match. However, Benjamin Arthur is out with a minor injury, joining long-term absentees Antoni Milambo and Josh Dasilva on the sidelines. In attack, the in-form Igor Thiago, who already has six league goals this season, will lead the line.
Form
Crystal Palace
Palace’s recent league form has been inconsistent. For example, they have suffered two losses in their last three league games. However, their confidence will be high. This follows a superb 3-0 Carabao Cup victory away at Liverpool in midweek. Furthermore, their home form at Selhurst Park remains a major strength. Indeed, the Eagles are currently unbeaten in their last 10 Premier League matches at home (W5, D5).
Brentford
The Bees are in excellent league form. They have won their last two matches against Manchester United and Liverpool. Consequently, Keith Andrews’ side now travels to Selhurst Park looking for a third consecutive league victory. They have also been potent on the road recently, having scored in their last six away matches.
Predicted Lineups
Crystal Palace predicted XI: Henderson; Richards, Lacroix, Guéhi; Muñoz, Hughes, Kamada, Mitchell; Sarr, Pino; Mateta
Brentford predicted XI: Kelleher; Kayode, Collins, Van den Berg, Ajer; Henderson, Janelt; Schade, Damsgaard, Ouattara; Thiago
How to watch Crystal Palace vs Brentford?
This match will not air live in the UK due to the 3:00 pm GMT Saturday blackout.
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