As Crystal Palace prepares to face Brentford in their Premier League clash, both teams carry intriguing statistics. This matchup has historical significance, particularly as Crystal Palace has struggled in previous encounters.
Crystal Palace vs Brentford: Key Statistics
Historically, Crystal Palace has won only once in eight Premier League matches against Brentford. Their sole victory came in December 2023, when they secured a 3-1 win at home. Prior to that, Brentford had yet to win against Palace in their first six Premier League meetings.
Recent Form
- Crystal Palace: 1 win, 2 losses, and 1 draw in the last four matches.
- Brentford: Achieved a league double over Palace last season with two wins (2-1 both home and away).
Despite this, Crystal Palace has demonstrated resilience at Selhurst Park, remaining unbeaten in their last 10 home matches, with five victories and five draws. In contrast, Brentford has excelled with notable scoring feats, including eight goals from throw-ins since last season.
Offensive Statistics
Brentford and Crystal Palace rank among the top teams this season for long throws into the opposition penalty area. Brentford leads with 47, while Crystal Palace follows with 38. Additionally, Brentford has distinctive scoring stats; they are the only team to have scored seven matches in which they conceded at least two goals since the start of last season.
Player Highlights
- Igor Thiago: Six goals in nine Premier League starts this season for Brentford, boasting the best goal-scoring ratio in the club’s history.
- Jean-Philippe Mateta: Scored 21 goals in 27 home Premier League appearances for Crystal Palace under manager Oliver Glasner.
These statistics indicate a competitive atmosphere as both sides gear up for their next matchup. With history and recent performances influencing the game, fans are eager to see which team will assert dominance on the pitch.
