Premier League: Bournemouth vs. Crystal Palace Odds, Preview, and Picks (Dec 26)

• Bournemouth sit fifth in the EPL standings after 17 rounds of matches
• Crystal Palace continue to battle for points at the bottom of the standings

An interesting Premier League showdown on Boxing Day is set for the Vitality Stadium, as Bournemouth welcome Crystal Palace. The sides endured contrasting results in their latest outings, and the pressure will be on the visitors to respond on Thursday.

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How To Watch

• When: Thursday, December 26, 2024 at 10:00 AM ET
• Where: Vitality Stadium, Bournemouth, England
• How To Watch: NBC

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Odds

Match Result	Odds
Bournemouth	-118
Draw	+280
Crystal Palace	+300

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Match Preview

Bournemouth have enjoyed a memorable start to the 2024-25 season, and they could have their sights set on a European finish this term. The Cherries come into this round sitting fifth in the standings after winning eight of their opening 17 matches this season.

However, it has been their recent form that has caught the eye, with Bournemouth having won four of their last five, and avoiding defeat in all fixtures across that period. The Cherries continued to showcase their qualities at both ends of the field on Sunday with a stunning 3-0 win on the road at Manchester United.

The victory marked the second straight season in which the Cherries had recorded 3-0 wins at the Theatre of Dreams, and a win on Thursday could see them end the day in the Champions League spots.

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Crystal Palace will have increased pressure on their shoulders ahead of this match at the Vitality Stadium. The Eagles continue to sit toward the bottom of the standings, with just four points separating Palace and the relegation places.

Palace had shown some solid form before their defeat to Arsenal on Saturday after going four without loss, and winning two of their previous three.

However, they were completely outplayed by the Gunners on Saturday, conceding five times in the 90 minutes. But, this looks a solid chance to at least get back on track in the Premier League on Boxing Day.

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Bournemouth vs. Crystal Palace Picks

Bournemouth enjoyed a memorable afternoon at Old Trafford on Sunday, but there could be a hangover from that success when they return to action on Thursday. Therefore, a chance could be taken on the Eagles picking up a shock win on the road.

Free Pick:

• Crystal Palace