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Brighton vs Crystal Palace Prediction, Odds & Betting Tips - 18-10-2026
Oct 1813:00
Match Prediction
Expected score: Brighton 2-0 Crystal Palace
BrightonDrawCrystal Palace
Over 2.5 goalsYes (72%)
Brighton host Crystal Palace at the Amex Stadium in Premier League Round 7 on 18 October 2026. The hosts occupy third place with 13 points from six matches, while Palace sit twelfth with 7 points. Brighton are unbeaten in their last three league outings and arrive as clear favourites in this fixture.
Team form
Brighton
Brighton have won four of their opening six matches. Their recent sequence reads: victory at Sunderland (2-0), home win over Arsenal (3-0), and an away success at Coventry (5-0), followed by a draw with Leeds (1-1) and a loss to Chelsea (3-4). Over their last five games they have scored 14 goals and conceded 5, averaging 2.8 scored and 1.0 conceded per match. Their season average stands at 3.00 goals scored and 0.83 conceded per game, reflecting a potent attack and solid defensive record.
Crystal Palace
Crystal Palace have won two of six matches. Their last outing saw them beat Nottingham Forest 3-1 at home, but their broader record is inconsistent: a goalless draw at Leeds, a 2-3 loss to Ipswich, a 3-2 win at Fulham, and a 1-4 defeat to Manchester City. Over five games they have scored 9 and conceded 10, averaging 1.8 scored and 2.0 conceded per match. Palace's season average of 1.50 goals scored and 2.00 conceded per game underscores attacking limitations and defensive fragility.
Head-to-head
The teams have met five times in recent history. Brighton won 3-1 at home in December 2018 and 2-1 at home in January 2018. Palace took victory 1-0 away in February 2020 and 2-0 away in May 2013. One fixture ended 0-0 in November 2017. Brighton hold the edge in recent home meetings against Palace.
Key factors
Brighton's third-place standing reflects their attacking prowess and defensive solidity. They have conceded only 5 goals in six matches and score consistently across matches. Palace's defensive record—12 goals conceded in six games—presents a clear vulnerability. The visitors' attacking output of 1.50 goals per game on average will struggle against Brighton's backline. Brighton's possession and control in recent matches, combined with their ability to create and convert chances, should dominate this contest. Palace's form is volatile; while their win over Nottingham Forest showed attacking potential, they have lost three of six and lack the consistency required to trouble a top-three side at the Amex.
Prediction
Brighton are heavy favourites. Their league position, superior goal difference, and recent form all point to a home victory. Palace's defensive vulnerabilities and inconsistent attacking output make them unlikely to breach Brighton's defence consistently. The hosts' attacking quality should generate multiple clear chances. While Palace showed attacking threat in their last match, they have conceded heavily throughout the season and face a side ranked third for good reason. The balance of play and underlying metrics favour a Brighton win by a comfortable margin.
Brighton are strong favourites to win this match. A home victory is the clear expectation, with the contest likely to be decided by Brighton's superior quality in both phases of play. Palace will need a disciplined defensive display and clinical finishing to take points from the Amex, but their season form suggests this is unlikely. For fantasy purposes, Brighton attacking assets and defensive coverage represent the primary value in this fixture.
Match info
Tournaments:
Premier League(Regular Season - 7)
Referee:
Robert Jones
Stadium
American Express Stadium, Falmer
Statistics
Odds Comparison
Recent Form
Brighton
W
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Crystal Palace
L
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D
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Injuries & Suspensions
Lineups
Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Manchester City | 6 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 18 |
| 2 |  Arsenal | 6 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 15 |
| 3 |  Brighton | 6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 13 |
| 4 |  Brentford | 6 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 10 |
| 5 |  Everton | 6 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 10 |
| 6 |  Chelsea | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 10 |
| 7 |  Leeds | 6 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 9 |
| 8 |  Hull City | 6 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 9 |
| 9 |  Liverpool | 6 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 9 |
| 10 |  Ipswich | 6 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 9 |
| 11 |  Newcastle | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 8 |
| 12 |  Crystal Palace | 6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 7 |
| 13 |  Manchester United | 6 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 6 |
| 14 |  Coventry | 6 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 6 |
| 15 |  Nottingham Forest | 6 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 5 |
| 16 |  Aston Villa | 6 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 5 |
| 17 |  Sunderland | 6 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 4 |
| 18 |  Bournemouth | 6 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| 19 |  Tottenham | 6 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| 20 |  Fulham | 6 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 2 |
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