Both teams are losing consistency: Crystal Palace vs Newcastle prediction
The eighth-round Premier League clash between Crystal Palace and Newcastle will take place on October 25, 2026, at Selhurst Park. The hosts sit 14th, while the visitors occupy 11th place. Both teams have made uneven starts to the season, regularly making defensive mistakes and failing to look reliable enough for either side to be considered a clear favorite.
Crystal Palace: problems start with the first goals conceded
Pierre Sage's side have won just two of their opening seven Premier League matches and suffered four defeats. One of their main problems remains their slow starts: Palace have conceded first in each of their last four matches in all competitions, forcing them to constantly fight their way back into games. This pattern has seriously hampered their ability to control the tempo and bring their strengths to the fore.
At the same time, Palace managed to beat Newcastle 2-1 at home last season, ending a three-match winless run in this fixture. The hosts can now beat the Magpies twice in a row for the first time in the Premier League era. However, their attacking efficiency remains a concern: of the seven different goalscorers, only Tyrick Mitchell has found the net more than once.
Newcastle: a slump after a strong start
Matthias Jaissle's side began the season with far greater confidence and remained unbeaten in their first five competitive matches, recording three wins. However, their results have since deteriorated sharply: Newcastle have lost three of their last four games, including a painful 4-1 defeat by Coventry that particularly exposed their defensive weaknesses.
Their scoring output has also declined. The Magpies have scored only four goals in their last four matches, averaging one per game. The team have dropped to 11th place, while the squad situation remains difficult: Matias Fernandez-Pardo and Anthony Elanga are doubts, while Jacob Ramsey, Tino Livramento and Ewen Jaouen remain sidelined.
Match facts and head-to-head record
- Crystal Palace have lost four of their opening seven Premier League matches.
- Newcastle have suffered three defeats in their last four matches in all competitions.
- Palace won their last home match against Newcastle 2-1.
Neither side offers enough reliability: Crystal Palace vs Newcastle prediction
Palace find themselves chasing the game too often, while Newcastle have suffered a dip in both attack and defense. Given their current form, it is difficult to expect either team to take complete control of the match and hold onto an advantage consistently.
The hosts have the edge of home advantage, but the visitors still possess enough quality to create chances of their own. The most logical outcome looks like an even contest in which both teams find the net once but fail to finish off their opponent.
