Crystal Palace will seek to break their streak of three winless games in the Premier League as they host Burnley at Selhurst Park on Saturday.
Oliver Glasner assumed the position of the club’s new manager ahead of the Eagles’ 1-1 draw against Everton on Monday, following Roy Hodgson’s resignation amid a challenging period. Assistant manager Paddy McCarthy and first-team coach Ray Lewington led the team during the Everton match at Goodison Park.
Glasner will undoubtedly target a victorious start to his tenure at Palace, especially against Burnley, who suffered a heavy 5-0 defeat against Arsenal at Turf Moor last weekend.
Crystal Palace Team News
Michael Olise, Eberechi Eze, Rob Holding, Jesurun Rak-Sakyi, Cheick Doucoure and Marc Guehi are all on the sidelines, although Guehi’s return date is unclear. Will Hughes missed the draw with Everton after picking up a slight knock during the defeat to Chelsea earlier this month but could be back for the visit of Burnley.
Predicted Crystal Palace lineup vs Burnley (3-4-2-1)
Goalkeeper
The change in the dugout provides an air of unpredictability around the possible XI. Sam Johnstone started against Everton in the Crystal Palace lineup at Goodison Park on Monday, and Oliver Glasner may look to go with the Englishman in goal for Burnley’s visit.
Defence
A back three system was used on Monday, with Joel Ward, Joachim Andersen and Chris Richards starting in defence. The 3-4-2-1 formation could be retained by Glasner as he looks to find some stability at the back.
Midfield
Tyrick Mitchell and Daniel Munoz are slated to take up the wing-back positions in the Crystal Palace lineup. Their primary objective will be to support the central defenders and counter the wide threat posed by Burnley.
In midfield, Jefferson Lerma is expected to partner January signing Adam Wharton, providing energy, aggression, and defensive stability to the Palace side.
If fit, Will Hughes may make a cameo appearance from the bench, along with Jairo Riedewald, offering additional options for Palace’s midfield.
Attack
In the attacking department, Crystal Palace will rely on Odsonne Edouard and Jordan Ayew to occupy the attacking midfield positions. Their responsibility will be to bridge the gap between midfield and attack, as well as to craft scoring chances in the final third. With key playmakers like Eze and Olise sidelined, Palace will lean on Ayew and Edouard to spark creativity in the offensive phase.
Leading the line for the Eagles will be Jean-Philippe Mateta, whose physical presence and agility could pose a significant threat to Burnley’s defense. Mateta’s ability to disrupt opposing defenses with his dynamic playing style makes him a pivotal figure in Palace’s attacking setup.
Additionally, manager Oliver Glasner may introduce players like Matheus Franca, David Ozoh, and Naouirou Ahamada from the bench, providing them with opportunities to make a meaningful impact on the game.