Fulham vs Crystal Palace prediction, H2H and probable lineups — March 29, 2025
In the quarterfinals of the FA Cup, a clash between Fulham and Crystal Palace is set to unfold. The match will take place in London on Saturday, March 29. The game is scheduled to kick off at 13:15 Central European Time. I suggest placing a bet on the winner of this game.
Match preview
This season, Fulham has been performing quite well in the Premier League, trailing only Arsenal and Chelsea among the London clubs. Currently sitting in eighth place, the team is eyeing a spot in European competitions.
In the FA Cup, the Cottagers have also been impressive. Fulham has good chances of reaching the semifinals, having defeated Manchester United away in the previous round.
Crystal Palace has won three consecutive matches in the Premier League, climbing to 12th place. The team is not threatened by a relegation battle, and their defensive play has been outstanding, with only Arsenal and Liverpool conceding fewer goals.
In the Cup, Crystal Palace has yet to face a Premier League team, and victories over Stockport, Doncaster, and Millwall haven't sparked widespread excitement. Facing Fulham will be much tougher, although they recently defeated their future opponent in a Premier League match.
Match facts
- Fulham hasn't won two consecutive home matches in over a year.
- Crystal Palace has won their last five away matches with the same scoreline of 2-0.
- Fulham averages 1.6 goals per game at home, while Crystal Palace averages 2 goals per game on the road.
Probable lineups
- Fulham: Leno, Castagne, Andersen, Bassey, Robinson, Pereira, Berge, Iwobi, Willian, Smith Rowe, Jimenez.
- Crystal Palace: Henderson, Richards, Lacroix, Guehi, Munoz, Wharton, Lerma, Chilwell, Sarr, Eze, Nketiah.
H2H
Fulham hasn't defeated Crystal Palace at home since 2005.
Prediction
Crystal Palace excels on the road, having not conceded in their last six away matches. I expect a tense encounter, and I'll bet on the visitors not losing.
