On Monday, April 20, Crystal Palace is set to face West Ham United in a crucial London derby. This match marks the culmination of the 33rd round of the Premier League, taking place at Selhurst Park in London. Kickoff is scheduled for 16:00 (Brasília time), and fans can watch the game live on ESPN and Disney+.
Match Preview: Crystal Palace vs West Ham
Crystal Palace seeks to continue its strong performance after accumulating 13 points in the last seven Premier League matches. The team, under the management of Oliver Glasner, has recently gained momentum, especially after securing a place in the semifinals of the Conference League by defeating Fiorentina.
In contrast, West Ham enters the match under significant pressure. Currently positioned 17th in the league standings, the Hammers are just one point clear of the relegation zone, making this game a vital one for their chances of avoiding the drop. Recent performance includes a commanding 4-0 victory against Wolverhampton, which temporarily lifted them out of the relegation area.
Viewing Information
The match will be broadcasted live on ESPN and Disney+, providing fans with multiple viewing options.
Lineups
Here are the projected lineups for both teams:
- Crystal Palace:
- Goalkeeper: Henderson
- Defenders: Canvot, Richards, Riad
- Midfielders: Muñoz, Lerma, Hughes, Sosa
- Forwards: Sarr, Johnson, Mateta
Manager: Oliver Glasner
- West Ham:
- Goalkeeper: Hermansen
- Defenders: Walker-Peters, Mavropanos, Disasi, Diouf
- Midfielders: Bowen, Soucek, Fernandes, Summerville
- Forward: Pablo, Castellanos
Manager: Nuno Espírito Santo
Betting Odds
The betting odds for the match are as follows:
| Bookmaker | Crystal Palace | Draw | West Ham |
|---|---|---|---|
| Betano | 2.55 | 3.15 | 2.92 |
| Bet365 | 2.55 | 3.20 | 2.88 |
Officials
The match will be officiated by Darren England, with Scott Ledger and Akil Howson serving as assistant referees. Matt Donohue will act as the fourth official. The video assistant referee (VAR) will be James Bell, supported by Blake Antrobus as the assistant VAR.
