In a week where the Eagles have three games in eight days, they will be looking up the table by breaking that magic forty point barrier for the campaign.
The visit follows hot on the heels of the goalless draw against Larnaca on Thursday evening where Palace failed to take advantage of the home leg in what were difficult playing conditions with the swirling wind and rain.
It turned out to be a common theme for the season as while the hosts dominated the game, they were unable to break down the visitors who have only conceded one goal in the Conference League so far this season.
Oliver Glasner confirmed that Daniel Munoz will require a late fitness test to decide if the Colombian will be worth the risk for the visit of Leeds. Jean-Philippe Mateta continued his return to fitness with a brief cameo against Larnaca, and will be in the squad once again as will Christantus Uche.
News that Eddie Nketiah is expected to return after the international break is another boost for the squad with Cheick Doucoure featuring in youth team games to test his fitness.
Once again it is a tight turnaround for the Eagles having played in the Conference League on Thursday evening, and a return to Premier League action on Sunday. However, after the second leg in Cyprus on Thursday, the Eagles will not play again for three weeks, whether that is the Conference League Quarter Finals on the 9th April or Newcastle United on the 11th, both at Selhurst.
The reverse fixture in December certainly did not go in the Eagles favour during a very hectic period of fixtures, but Leeds put in a performance that soundly defeated the side from South London 4-1.
Getting some revenge for that defeat would be very pleasant indeed, but more than that, a victory will push the Eagles into or on the brink of the top ten in the Premier League and passing the forty point barrier.
Meanwhile, Leeds will be keen to distance themselves from the bottom three as they currently sit in 15th, just three points ahead of West Ham United in 18th.
🦅 Match Preview
Premier League – Matchweek 30
Date: Sunday, 15 March 2026
Kick‑off: 14:00 GMT
Venue: Selhurst Park
🔵 Context & What’s at Stake
Palace enter the match looking to push into the top half of the table, having gathered nine points from their last five Premier League fixtures. Leeds, meanwhile, are trying to halt a four‑match winless streak that has pulled them back towards the relegation battle.
Palace have struggled at Selhurst Park recently – only two wins in their last 12 home matches across all competitions. Leeds, however, carry one of the league’s poorest away records with just one win and nine away points.
📊 Current Form
Crystal Palace
- Last six (all competitions): D W L W W D
- Wins recently verses Brighton, Wolves, Tottenham.
- Sixth‑worst home record in the league this season.
Leeds United
- Last six (all competitions): W L L D W D
- Only two wins in their last nine overall.
- Showed defensive improvement with a 3-0 FA Cup win over Norwich.
🧠 Head-to-Head
- Leeds won the reverse fixture 4–1 at Elland Road in December.
- Palace are unbeaten in their last seven home league games vs Leeds.
- Leeds have lost only two of their last 10 Premier League meetings with Palace.
🗞️ Team News
Crystal Palace
- Out: Cheick Doucouré, Eddie Nketiah.
- Doubts: Daniel Muñoz (shoulder).
- Positive News: Strand Larsen expected to lead the line.
Leeds United
- Return possible: Dominic Calvert‑Lewin, Joe Rodon, Noah Okafor.
- Uncertainties: Calvert‑Lewin had knee discomfort earlier in the week but may be ready.
- Leeds made nine changes for their FA Cup win but core starters should return.
🔍 Tactical Overview
Crystal Palace – Oliver Glasner
- Counter‑attacking side with improved defensive structure.
- Three wins in last five league games signal momentum.
- However, home performances have lagged—only 15 points from 14 home games.
Leeds United – Daniel Farke
- Poor away form: just one away league win all season.
- Often set up compact, relying on Calvert‑Lewin’s hold‑up play and Okafor’s movement.
- Defensive inconsistency remains an issue (conceding two goals per away game on average earlier in season).
Officials
- Referee: Tom Bramall
- Assistants: Lee Betts, Mat Wilkes
- Fourth official: Paul Tierney
- VAR: James Bell
- Assistant VAR: Craig Taylor
📈 Key Stats
- Palace have scored in 17 of their last 19 away matches this season (overall stat), indicating attacking threat even when inconsistent.
- Leeds are winless in their last six away Premier League matches but drew five of them.
- Leeds aiming to complete their first league double over Palace since 1994–95.
🔮 Prediction
Most sources point toward a tight, low‑scoring contest:
- Leeds’ away struggles plus Palace’s home inconsistency suggests likely cautious game.
- Several outlets forecast Under 2.5 goals.
- Palace hold a narrow statistical edge at home; many models predict a Palace win probability around 39–45%.
- TEB Prediction (1-1) – a tense match where Palace’s recent form meets the resilience of Leeds. A draw feels fitting given the tactical caution and both sides inconsistency.
