Brighton vs Crystal Palace Prediction, Odds and Picks

It might be considered a cliché but some games really seem to end in a draw and Brighton vs Crystal Palace falls into that category for me. Clashes between rivals often turn into heated encounters as both teams bid for bragging rights, and this derby is no exception to the rule. 4 of the last 6 games between these teams have ended as 1-1 stalemates and that trend could continue here. The pair also look well matched now. Brighton have the stronger team on paper and the bonus of home advantage, but they have hit a sticky spell at an inconvenient time, with spirits high for Palace after last weekend’s draw with Manchester City.

Brighton have been held to draws by struggling Southampton and Leicester – and blew a 2-goal lead in the final 10 minutes against the Foxes to draw 2-2 – and have also been beaten 3-1 by Fulham. While Brighton have dropped off somewhat, Palace have found their feet again, beating Ipswich and playing Aston Villa, Newcastle and Manchester City in their last 4 games, 4 of the Seagulls’ 7 Premier League home games have finished level, while the Eagles have drawn. 4 of their last 6 road games, adding further appeal to this game getting the same result.