Brentford vs Crystal Palace: prediction, facts, betting tips, line-ups and H2H — May 17, 2026
On Sunday, May 17, Matchday 37 of the English Premier League brings us a clash between Brentford and Crystal Palace. The match kicks off at 16:00 CET, and here is the betting tip for this encounter.
Brentford vs Crystal Palace: match facts and H2H
- Brentford have won just once in their last nine matches.
- At home, Brentford are unbeaten in their last four matches, recording three draws and one victory.
- Crystal Palace have lost four of their last five away matches.
- Brentford have scored in both halves in 33% of their matches this season, while Crystal Palace have done so in 25%.
- Both teams have won 21% of their matches this season without conceding.
- Brentford defeated Crystal Palace 2-1 in their most recent head-to-head meeting.
Brentford vs Crystal Palace: match preview
Brentford remain firmly in the race for European qualification and could achieve a historic milestone. After 36 rounds, the Bees have collected 51 points and currently sit eighth in the Premier League table. They are just two points behind seventh place, leaving their hopes very much alive. To make that dream a reality, however, they must win this match and hope Brighton slip up. If that happens, Brentford would leapfrog the Seagulls and secure a place in European competition.
Crystal Palace recently booked their place in the UEFA Conference League final and now have the chance to lift another trophy — potentially their third in just two seasons. In the Premier League, though, they have collected 44 points from 36 matches and sit 15th in the standings. Their eight-point cushion above the relegation zone guarantees their survival, with only two rounds remaining in the English top-flight campaign.
Projected line-ups
- Brentford: Kelleher; Kayode, Van den Berg, Collins, Lewis-Potter; Yarmoliuk, Jensen; Ouattara, Damsgaard, Schade; Thiago
- Crystal Palace: Henderson; Richards, Lacroix, Canvot; Munoz, Wharton, Kamada, Mitchell; Sarr, Mateta, Pino
Prediction
Crystal Palace have struggled badly on the road, and Brentford look well-positioned to take advantage. The Bees also have far greater motivation heading into this fixture, with European qualification still within reach. The recommended bet is a home win.
