Crystal Palace vs Fredrikstad Prediction and Match Preview

Crystal Palace vs Fredrikstad Preview

English side Crystal Palace opened their new campaign with a goalless draw against World Champions Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on Sunday. The Eagles had earlier shared a 2-2 draw with Liverpool before edging them 3-2 on penalties.

Crystal Palace head into this clash with renewed energy as they look to secure a spot in the league phase of the Conference League. They earned a Europa League place after lifting the FA Cup last season but were forced to drop to the Conference League due to multi-ownership issues.

Meanwhile, Norwegian side Fredrikstad have been struggling for consistency. They suffered a heavy 5-1 aggregate defeat in the previous Europa League qualifying round, leaving them with just one win from their last six matches, a run that also includes three defeats and two draws.

Fredrikstad’s away record has been poor as well, with no victories in their last seven away trips. They lost four and drew three during that spell, failing to score in their last two games on the road. They will need to improve drastically if they want to keep their Conference League hopes alive.

Who Will Win The Match Between Crystal Palace and Fredrikstad?

We expect Crystal Palace to win because they are unbeaten in their last ten competitive matches across all competitions (4W, 6D). In contrast, Fredrikstad have managed just two wins in their last ten games, losing five and drawing three, and are winless in their last three outings.

Will Both Teams Score?

We do not expect both teams to score because Fredrikstad often struggle in front of goal away from home. The visitors failed to score in three of their last five away fixtures, netting only twice in that period, while Crystal Palace kept four clean sheets in their last seven home matches.

How Many Goals Can Be Expected?

We anticipate under 2.5 goals because Crystal Palace’s last seven competitive matches averaged 2.4 goals per game, while Fredrikstad’s last five averaged 2.6 goals per match, indicating a likely cagey battle with limited attacking chances and tight defensive organization.

Crystal Palace vs Fredrikstad Prediction

Crystal Palace are clear favorites, unbeaten in ten games, while Fredrikstad have just two wins in their last ten and remain winless in three. The English side’s European experience and defensive solidity should give them the edge, especially with home advantage against a struggling Norwegian opponent.

Both teams are unlikely to score, with Fredrikstad failing in three of their last five away matches. Crystal Palace’s solid defense, shown by four clean sheets in seven home games, suggests a tight contest. With both sides averaging under 2.6 goals recently, a low-scoring game under 2.5 goals is expected.

Afolabi Ezekiel- August 18, 2025

Crystal Palace vs Fredrikstad Betting Tips

Crystal Palace 2-0

OK

6.00 Odds

Under 2.5 goals

OK

2.75 Odds