Everton vs Crystal Palace: Premier League Preview, Team News & Stats

As Everton prepares to face Crystal Palace, both teams come with significant stats and history that promise an exciting match in the Premier League.
Historical Overview: Everton vs. Crystal Palace
Everton has had a commanding record against Crystal Palace in their last 21 Premier League encounters. The Toffees have emerged victorious 11 times, drawn 9, and faced just one loss—a 1-3 defeat in December 2021. This impressive performance gives Everton a points-per-game rate of 1.81 against Crystal Palace, reflecting strong historical dominance.
- Everton vs. Crystal Palace Record: W11 D9 L1
- Last Everton Loss: December 2021
- Points per Game Rate: 1.81
Crystal Palace’s Struggles Away
Crystal Palace has struggled in away matches against Everton, remaining winless in their last 10 visits to Goodison Park. Their only victory in this stretch came back in September 2014, under the management of Neil Warnock.
- Past 10 Away Matches: D4 L6
- Last Win: September 2014
Current Season Insights
As the season progresses, Everton has drawn more home matches than any other Premier League club in 2024-25. They have achieved 11 draws, with seven of their last ten games at home ending without a winner.
- Home Draws: 11 Matches
- Last 10 Home Results: 7 Draws, 2 Wins, 1 Loss
On the other hand, Crystal Palace is aiming for their 13th unbeaten game in the Premier League, which would set a new club record. This current run mirrors their successful streak from 1990.
Defensive Record
Crystal Palace stands out defensively this season, as they have not conceded a single goal in the first half of any match so far. They have allowed only six shots on target during these initial 45 minutes, showcasing their solid defense.
- Goals Conceded in First Half: 0
- Shots on Target Allowed: 6
Player Highlights
Jack Grealish has been a pivotal player for Everton, leading the Premier League in chance creation with 17. He also tops the list for winning fouls, highlighting his impact on the pitch.
- Chances Created: 17
- Fouls Won: 22
For Crystal Palace, Eddie Nketiah has made his mark recently, scoring three goals in just four appearances, despite limited playing time. His match-winning goal against Liverpool came on his 100th substitute appearance, where he has established a remarkable record.
- Nketiah’s Goals: 3 in 4 Games
- Substitute Appearance Record: 68% of Matches Played
As both teams gear up for this crucial fixture, fans can expect a hard-fought battle enriched with both historical significance and current season dynamics at El-Balad.