Crystal Palace XI vs Brentford – Predicted lineup and team news
Crystal Palace are set to face Brentford at the Gtech Community Stadium, aiming to end their away campaign on a high after securing Premier League safety. Despite a recent five-match winless run and a 3-0 loss to Manchester City, Palace have a strong record in London derbies and could achieve three consecutive top-flight away wins for the first time. Key players like Jean-Philippe Mateta and Ismaila Sarr are expected to feature, while Borna Sosa remains doubtful and several others remain sidelined through injury.
- ▪Crystal Palace have secured top-flight safety and currently sit in 15th place with 44 points.
- ▪Oliver Glasner has led Crystal Palace to the Europa Conference League final this month.
- ▪Evann Guessand is nearing a return to the matchday squad after recovering from injury.
- ▪Borna Sosa is doubtful for the match, and Eddie Nketiah and Cheick Doucouré remain long-term absentees.
- ▪Jean-Philippe Mateta is expected to lead the attack alongside Ismaila Sarr and Yeremy Pino.
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