Fulham vs. Crystal Palace Picks, Odds, and EPL Betting Analysis — Draw an Interesting Angle in Battle of Winless Clubs at +220?
- When: Saturday, September 5, 2026. 10:00 AM ET
- Where: Craven Cottage, London, England
- How to Watch: NBC
Fulham vs. Crystal Palace EPL Preview
It has been a disappointing start to the 2026-27 Premier League season for both Fulham and Crystal Palace. But, both teams will have the chance to get their campaigns back on track when they collide at Craven Cottage on Saturday. You can find our picks for the clash, which can be followed at the best soccer betting sites.
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Cottagers Struggling to Adapt Under Arbeloa
There was concern surrounding Fulham’s chances this season following the decision to appoint Alvaro Arbeloa and put faith in a young and inexperienced forward line. The Cottagers performed to a high standard on the opening weekend, losing 3-2 against Chelsea.
However, they looked incredibly short against Sunderland on MD2, failing to register a single shot on target. Concerning would be the fact that Fulham ended that match with a low xG of 0.95, and they recorded just 26 touches in the Sunderland box.
Cesar Palacios will continue to be an important player in the final third after registering the joint-most dribbles (3) in the defeat. Tom Cairney remains unavailable due to injury.
Likely Lineup:
(4-2-3-1) Leno (GK); Castagne, Andersen, Bassey, Robinson; Iwobi, Berge; Bobb, King, Palacios; Garcia
Palace Losing Key Players Ahead of Busy Season
Pierre Sage has also endured a damaging start to the new season, with back-to-back defeats inflicted against Everton and Man City.
A major concern would be the overhaul in the squad, with many of the team’s star players from last year’s Europa Conference League success departing the club. Daniel Munoz will be a major miss in the wing-back role, but Oscar Mingueza looks like a ready-made replacement.
The futures of Ismaila Sarr and Jean-Philippe Mateta could yet define the club’s season, with the forwards combining for 37 goals last term. Jorge Strand Larsen struggled when handed an opportunity against Man City on MD2, failing to hit the target with one effort and failing to create a chance.
Likely Lineup:
(3-4-2-1) Henderson (GK); Canvot, Richards, Tomiyasu; Khalaili, Wharton, Kamada, Mitchell; Pino, Nketiah; Larsen
Head-to-Head Stats
- Fulham have won just two of their last 12 home fixtures against Crystal Palace.
- Crystal Palace have avoided defeat in their last five against Fulham in all competitions.
- Both Teams to Score has been a winning selection in the last three head-to-heads.
Fulham vs. Crystal Palace EPL Picks
Crystal Palace’s eye-catching record against Fulham makes for an interesting value play this weekend. However, the Eagles have looked short in the final third this term, and it’s likely that they will be appeased with ending their losing run. Therefore, a low-scoring draw could be an interesting selection for this matchup involving two out-of-form teams.
