Brighton vs Crystal Palace prediction 08.02.2026 | Premier League

Fabian Hürzeler’s first season on the south coast set expectations higher than usual. An eighth-place finish, just four points off Europe, raised the bar.

This campaign has been tougher. Brighton sit 13th, only eleven points clear of the bottom three, and consistency has been elusive. Still, the Seagulls have been stubborn lately. Just one defeat in the last seven matches across all competitions hints at resilience.

A draw against Manchester City and an FA Cup win over Manchester United show the ceiling remains high when things click. The frustration comes at home. Five straight draws at the Amex have stalled momentum.

The return of Adam Wharton from suspension offers real encouragement. Stefanos Tzima remains sidelined with a long-term cruciate ligament injury.

Palace’s season feels split in two. Up until early December, the Eagles looked sharp and organised. Just two losses in ten matches, a League Cup win over Liverpool, and several confident league performances painted a promising picture.

Since then, everything has unravelled. Oliver Glasner’s side have gone twelve games without a win in all competitions, and the mood has shifted quickly.

The departure of Marc Guéhi to Manchester City removed leadership at the back, although signs of decline appeared even before that move. Still, Palace fans will cling to away form at the Amex. Three wins from the last five visits offers genuine hope. Injuries remain a concern.

Caleb Kporha is still sidelined, while Daichi Kamada and Eddie Nketiah are also unavailable. Confidence is fragile, but familiarity with this ground may help steady nerves.