Crystal Palace vs Burnley: Match Preview

What we know

Burnley will be making the trip to Crystal Palace looking to avoid a fifth straight defeat in the Premier League. The stakes are high for the relegation-threatened side as they face a Crystal Palace team looking to solidify their mid-table position.

Availability

Burnley FC:

• Axel Tuanzebe: Missing due to injury (expected out for a couple of weeks).
• Mike Tresor: Ankle injury (out until mid-February).
• J. Cullen: Cruciate ligament injury (status not specified).

Crystal Palace FC:

• Justin Devenny: Ankle injury (expected return early March).
• Borna Sosa: Strain injury (expected return mid-February).

Tactical note

Crystal Palace are predicted to field a lineup including Dean Henderson, Chris Richards, and Marc Guehi, aiming to control the game against a struggling Burnley side. Burnley, who sit near the bottom of the standings, will need to improve their defensive solidity to avoid further defeats.

What to watch

Fans should watch out for the performance of Crystal Palace's attacking players, including Kamada and Mateta, as they look to exploit Burnley’s shaky backline while Burnley will aim for counter-attacking opportunities as they seek vital points in their relegation battle.