Crystal Palace vs Newcastle prediction 21/01/2023

• Date: 21/01/2023
• Competition: Premier League
• KO: 17:30 UK / 18:30 CET
• Venue: Selhurst Park (London)

An intriguing Premier League fixture takes place at Selhurst Park on Saturday as Crystal Palace plays host to high-flying Newcastle. 

Boosted by a dramatic late equaliser against Man Utd, the Eagles had lost each of their previous three matches prior to the injury-time leveller against the Red Devils.

Now, Patrick Viera´s side faces a likely equally stiff challenge when they face a Newcastle side, currently fourth, having collected 38 points at the halfway stage of the season.

Crystal Palace vs Newcastle Betting Tips: Under 2.5 goals / Newcastle or draw

Newcastle have been consistent Premier League performers this season, and they arrive in London looking to protect a 14-match unbeaten streak. Keeping clean sheets in each of their last five PL matches, the Magpies CL push is being built on a solid foundation of defensive sturdiness. Howe´s side have conceded just two goals in their last ten PL games, while they have not conceded more than 1 goal in any league match since a 2:1 loss at Liverpool back in August.

Winning four and drawing two of their last six on the road, Newcastle have also seen under 2.5 goals scored in four of their five most recent PL matches. Palace have seen the same outcome in four of their last six Premier League contests.

Turning to the history books reveals this fixture is so often a low-scoring one, with a remarkable 12 of their last 13 meetings since 2016 seeing under 2.5 goals scored. Both of their last two meetings finished 0:0, while each of their last five PL games at this venue also finished with under 2.5 goals scored.

Given all that, another tight occasion should be expected however, given their superb recent form, we also like the chances of Newcastle returning home with at least a draw. With that in mind, we´ll settle on the under 2.5 goal pick while adding Newcastle or draw to boost those odds over even money.