Prediction and odds analysis for Crystal Palace vs Brighton at 21:00 today, November 9, Premier League round 11

09/11/2025 17:24:00 ScoreStream

Preview and odds analysis for Crystal Palace vs Brighton at 21:00 on November 9. Forecast of the result, expected lineups, and expert insights for the match between Crystal Palace and Brighton in the 11th round of the 2025/26 Premier League season.

Match preview Crystal Palace vs Brighton

90-minute odds: 0 : 1/4

Total goals: 2 3/4

The derby between Crystal Palace and Brighton & Hove Albion at Selhurst Park promises to be thrilling as both sides are in notable form and aim to break into the top half of the standings. After 10 rounds, Palace ranks 9th with 17 points, just 3 points behind the European qualification zone, while Brighton closely trails with 16 points.

The home team Crystal Palace is in outstanding form, having won three consecutive matches across all competitions, including a 3-1 victory over AZ Alkmaar in the Conference League midweek. Under Oliver Glasner, the "Eagles" have regained a balance between solid defense and efficient attack, highlighted by Ismaila Sarr’s brace against the Dutch side and striker Jean-Philippe Mateta, who has scored six Premier League goals.

Palace is currently one of five teams unbeaten at home this season (2 wins, 3 draws), and if they win this round, they will achieve a streak of 4 consecutive wins for the first time since March. However, Glasner faces concerns as Sarr suffers a minor hamstring injury, while Eddie Nketiah and Cheick Doucouré remain sidelined.

On the other side, Brighton recently secured an impressive 3-0 win over Leeds, thanks to goals from Danny Welbeck and a brace by Diego Gomez. Fabian Hurzeler’s team currently stands 10th, just one point behind Palace, and still nurtures ambitions for European competition next season. However, "The Seagulls" have alarming away form – they have only collected 4 out of 15 possible points and lost 2 of their last 3 away matches.

Brighton will welcome back Joel Veltman and possibly Japanese star Kaoru Mitoma, but James Milner and Brajan Gruda will continue to be absent. Despite difficulties on the road, Hurzeler’s squad has reasons to be confident after their 3-1 win over Chelsea in London last September.

The two teams share a long-standing rivalry, with Palace holding the advantage after two consecutive wins against Brighton last season. With stable form and home advantage, Glasner’s side is expected to continue their winning momentum, while Brighton will likely have to settle for a draw in this highly competitive derby.

Squad status Crystal Palace vs Brighton

Crystal Palace: Sarr (doubtful), Nketiah, Doucouré, Riad (injured).

Brighton: Milner, Gruda (injured); Veltman returns, Mitoma may play.

Expected lineups Crystal Palace vs Brighton

Crystal Palace: Henderson; Richards, Lacroix, Guehi; Munoz, Kamada, Lerma, Mitchell; Sarr, Pino, Mateta.

Brighton: Verbruggen; Wieffer, Van Hecke, Dunk, Kadioglu; Baleba, Ayari, Minteh, Rutter, Gomez; Welbeck.

Recent form of Crystal Palace

07/11/25: Crystal Palace 3–1 AZ Alkmaar (Conference League)

01/11/25: Crystal Palace 2–0 Brentford (Premier League)

30/10/25: Liverpool 0–3 Crystal Palace (EFL Cup)

26/10/25: Arsenal 1–0 Crystal Palace (Premier League)

24/10/25: Crystal Palace 0–1 AEK Larnaca (Conference League)

Recent form of Brighton

01/11/25: Brighton 3–0 Leeds (Premier League)

30/10/25: Arsenal 2–0 Brighton (EFL Cup)

25/10/25: Man United 4–2 Brighton (Premier League)

18/10/25: Brighton 2–1 Newcastle (Premier League)

05/10/25: Wolves 1–1 Brighton (Premier League)

Recent head-to-head between Crystal Palace and Brighton

05/04/25: Crystal Palace 2–1 Brighton (Premier League)

15/12/24: Brighton 1–3 Crystal Palace (Premier League)

03/02/24: Brighton 4–1 Crystal Palace (Premier League)

22/12/23: Crystal Palace 1–1 Brighton (Premier League)

16/03/23: Brighton 1–0 Crystal Palace (Premier League)

Prediction for Crystal Palace vs Brighton

Crystal Palace maintains consistent form and enjoys home advantage, while Brighton often struggles away. This match might be evenly matched, but the "Eagles" have the edge to secure a narrow win.