Having won in Suffolk in December, Palace are seeking a first league-double over Ipswich since 2008/09; the Tractor Boys have won only four of their last 18 visits to Selhurst.
Crystal Palace vs Ipswich Town Preview
Can Crystal Palace continue their excellent form? Last weekend, the Eagles reached the FA Cup quarter-finals, dumping out fierce South London rivals Millwall at Selhurst. The match was rather overshadowed by the horrific injured suffered by Jean-Philippe Mateta's, karate-kicked in the head by Liam Roberts inside eight minutes. Nevertheless, an own goal did finally break the deadlock, before goals from Daniel Muñoz and then Eddie Nketiah secured the Eagles' place in the last eight.
Meantime, in the Premier League, Oliver Glasner's side have won five of their last seven, smashing Aston Villa 4-1 last time out, with Ismaïla Sarr scoring twice. This has seen Palace climb up to 12th and, with their next two games against sides currently in the relegation zone, they'll be looking to make up ground on the European places.
Ipswich Town meantime simply need points to remain in the Premier League, currently five from safety. Kieran McKenna's team remain the only top-flight side without a win in 2025, yielding just two points from nine fixtures. Last time out, the Tractor Boys were beaten at Old Trafford, despite being up against a ten-man Man United for more than half the game; Jaden Philogene's brace ultimately in vain.
Then, on Monday night, the Blues' FA Cup adventure came to an end too, leading 1-0 at Forest through George Hirst, only to be pegged back in the second half. The tie was decided by a penalty shootout and, after the first nine spot-kicks were scored, Jack Taylor became the unfortunate man to miss, his tame effort saved. Thus, everything points towards a Palace victory at Selhurst.
Crystal Palace vs Ipswich Town Head-to-Head Record
- Matches Played: 84.
- Crystal Palace Wins: 28. Draws: 24. Ipswich Town Wins: 32.
Crystal Palace Team News
Having required 25 stitches to his left ear last weekend, Jean-Philippe Mateta is unlikely to feature, meaning Eddie Nketiah will lead the line, having opened his Premier League account for the club against Aston Villa.
Dean Henderson will be back in goal, but there will be fewer other changes, apart from an enforeced on in midfield. Will Hughes is now suspended for two games, having collected ten yellow cards, meaning Jefferson Lerma will partner Adam Wharton at the base of midfield.
Crystal Palace predicted lineup vs Ipswich Town: (3-4-2-1): Henderson; Chalobah, Guéhi, Lacroix; Muñoz, Wharton, Lerma, Mitchell; Sarr, Eze, Nketiah.
Crystal Palace Player to Watch vs Ipswich Town
Given a rare chance to start, Eddie Nketiah will be seeking to score in a third successive appearance.
Ipswich Town Team News
Wes Burns, Chiedozie Ogbene and Julio Enciso are injured, while Kalvin Phillips and Omari Hutchinson are both doubts, after neither traveled to Nottingham on Monday.
If Hutchinson is sidelined, that would be a major blow, but this could see Sammie Szmodics feature in the Premier League for the first time since 5 January. Lastly, star striker Liam Delap will sit out key clashes with Forest and Bournemouth if booked.
Ipswich Town predicted lineup vs Crystal Palace: (4-2-3-1): Palmer; Tuanzebe, O'Shea, Greaves, Davis; Cajuste, Morsy, Philogene, Hutchinson, Szmodics; Delap.
Ipswich Town Player to Watch vs Crystal Palace
Alex Palmer has been excellent since arriving from West Brom on deadline day, solving Ipswich's goalkeeping crisis, after Arijanet Muriç had been poor and with Christian Walton sidelined.
Crystal Palace vs Ipswich Town Prediction
As referenced earlier, we cannot see beyond a Crystal Palace victory, with the Eagles' quality highly-likely to see them swat Ipswich aside: Crystal Palace 2-0 Ipswich Town.
Crystal Palace vs Ipswich Town FAQs - Premier League
How to watch Crystal Palace vs Ipswich Town Premier League game on TV channel?
Crystal Palace vs Ipswich Town Premier League game will be available on the following TV channels;
- UK: This match is not being broadcast live in the UK.
- USA: Peacock
- Canada: Fubo Sports Network Canada
How to watch Crystal Palace vs Ipswich Town Premier League game on live streaming?
Crystal Palace vs Ipswich Town Premier League game will be available on the following streaming services;
- UK: This match is not being broadcast live in the UK.
- USA: Peacock
- Canada: fuboTV Canada
What is the date and kick-off time for Crystal Palace vs Ipswich Town in the Premier League?
Crystal Palace vs Ipswich Town takes place on Saturday 8 March 2025, with kick off at 15:00 (GMT), 10:00 (EDT) & 7:00 (PST).