Crystal Palace - Aston Villa predictions and free betting tips [19/05/2024]

On Sunday, 19 May, Crystal Palace will host Aston Villa at Selhurst Park in London as part of the 38th round of the Premier League. Last weekend, the Eagles dismantled Wolverhampton 1-3, while Birmingham’s men snatched a draw in a dramatic shootout with Liverpool on Monday.

Crystal Palace

Crystal Palace occupies the 12th position in the Premier League standings and no longer has any objectives in the final round of the campaign. Oliver Glasner’s side, once facing relegation threats, has hit a brilliant stride in spring: especially impressive is their current run of five wins and a draw in the last six matches. After a 1-1 victory over Fulham, Crystal Palace defeated Manchester United 4-0 and Wolverhampton 1-3 last weekend.

Michael Olise, fan favourite Jean-Philippe Mateta and Eberechi Eze scored, giving the red-and-blues a chance to finish in the upper half of the overall standings (assuming Brighton and Bournemouth drop points on Sunday). It’s worth noting that Palace hasn’t been too successful at home this season, ranking 15th in points earned at Selhurst Park (25). However, fans are undoubtedly pleased that their favourites have netted 15 goals in the last five rounds — the second-best record in the division after Manchester City. 

Aston Villa

Few would have expected Aston Villa to finish in the top 4 this season, but Unai Emery’s team defied all predictions, securing 4th place in the Premier League standings and booking themselves a spot in the Champions League. In recent weeks, the yellow-blues haven’t looked as impressive: they’ve won only twice in the last 7 rounds, drawing 3 times and losing twice.

After a 1-0 victory over Brighton, Birmingham's men shared points with Liverpool on Monday evening (3-3): Youri Tielemans scored in the first half, while John Duran netted a brace at the end of the match. It’s worth noting that Villa are fourth overall in points earned away (28 in 18 away matches, 28 goals scored, and as many conceded). Unai Emery must be concerned that his players have been consistently conceding in recent matches across all competitions. 

Head-to-Head

The first-round encounter ended with a convincing 3-1 victory for Aston Villa. However, the Eagles have won four times in the last five home matches against Birmingham's men.

Prediction for Crystal Palace vs Aston Villa

Crystal Palace has won all three of their last home matches with a total score of 11-2 and has gained excellent momentum in spring. The visitors are worn out by injury troubles and have already secured their primary season objective — a spot in the Champions League, reducing their motivation for the final round. I believe the red-and-blues will want to delight their fans with a bright victory at last, so I’m betting on a triumphant Londoners.

Prediction for Total Goals

Both teams score over 1.5 goals per game on average and have a lavish attacking line. I expect a high-scoring shootout at Selhurst Park and bet on a total over 2.5 goals.

Prediction for Corners

Both sides advocate an attacking style of football and have dynamic attacking flanks. I bet on a total over 8.5 corners.

Prediction for Yellow Cards

Considering the lack of motivation for both sides, there's no reason to expect a rough clash in the season's final round. I bet on a total under 4.5 yellow cards.

Score Prediction

I’m betting on an exact score of 2-1 in favour of Crystal Palace.