Fulham and Crystal Palace are set to battle it out at Craven Cottage on February 22, 2025, at 15:00 UTC, and if the stats are anything to go by, we’re in for a closely contested affair. With Fulham priced at 2.06 for a home win, a draw at 3.45, and Palace at 3.55, the bookmakers see this as a tight matchup. But what do the numbers say?
Fulham and Crystal Palace are set to battle it out at Craven Cottage on February 22, 2025, at 15:00 UTC, and if the stats are anything to go by, we’re in for a closely contested affair. With Fulham priced at 2.06 for a home win, a draw at 3.45, and Palace at 3.55, the bookmakers see this as a tight matchup. But what do the numbers say?

Our AI has crunched the data and recommends Under 3.5 goals as the best bet, with a trust level of 4.1/10 and odds of 1.31. Why? Because history suggests a low-scoring encounter. In fact, only 32.7% of Premier League matches see more than 3.5 goals, and their last head-to-head ended in a 1-1 draw.

Interestingly, our AI leans towards an away win (Crystal Palace) with a predicted scoreline of 1-2, though confidence in this pick is just 1.5/10. That’s a bold call, considering Fulham is expected to dominate possession with 61%, take 16 shots, and win 5 corners. Palace, on the other hand, is predicted to have 39% possession, take 10 shots, and win 3 corners.

Looking at recent form, Fulham pulled off a stunning 1-2 away win against Chelsea in December, while Palace shocked Liverpool with a 0-1 victory at Anfield last April. Both teams have proven they can upset the odds, making this clash even more unpredictable.

Historically, home teams win 44.7% of Premier League matches, while away sides take 32.3%, with 23.1% ending in a draw. With such balanced stats, this game could go either way.

For bettors, the safest play seems to be Under 3.5 goals, given the data-backed likelihood of a low-scoring match. But if you're feeling adventurous, backing Palace at 3.55 could bring solid value. Buckle up—this one could be a tactical chess match rather than a goal-fest!