Liverpool vs Crystal Palace Prediction & Betting Tips

Liverpool vs Crystal Palace Match Preview

Liverpool host Crystal Palace in the EFL Cup, and both sides enter this tie looking to rebound from recent domestic setbacks. The Reds have been inconsistent in England but scored freely in Europe, while Palace’s mixed form includes a narrow win over the same opponent last month. This fixture promises an open game with attacking potential on both ends.

Liverpool’s Home Form Faces a Real Test

Liverpool’s recent form has been unpredictable. They lost 3-2 to Brentford in their latest Premier League outing but scored five in a dominant European display away to Frankfurt. Home struggles have become a pattern, with defeats to Manchester United and Chelsea also adding pressure.

Despite these results, the Reds continue to find goals in most matches. Their defensive lapses, however, have cost them points against high-tempo sides. Anfield will expect a response, and Liverpool’s attacking quality still makes them dangerous even when out of rhythm.

Crystal Palace Growing in Confidence Away from Home

Palace travel north after mixed results but carry belief from their 2-1 win over Liverpool earlier this season. The Eagles have been solid on the road, earning wins at Dynamo Kyiv and Everton while scoring in four of their last five.

Their ability to hurt teams on the counter makes them a threat again, especially with Liverpool’s defensive leaks. Yet, Palace have also shown vulnerability when under sustained pressure, highlighted by recent home draws and late goals conceded.

Smart Insights by LeagueLane®

• Both teams have scored in four of the last five meetings.
• Palace won the last two head-to-head encounters by a 2-1 scoreline.
• Liverpool have lost three of their last four domestic games.
• Palace scored at least twice in three of their last five matches.

Liverpool vs Crystal Palace Prediction

Both Teams to Score looks the best value for this matchup. Liverpool’s attacking depth ensures they will create chances, but their recent defensive record suggests Palace can find space and punish mistakes.

The visitors’ counter-attacking rhythm and recent success against Liverpool make them a live underdog. A 2-1 scoreline in Palace’s favor fits both the form and the betting angle, though goals at both ends remain the most consistent trend.

Expect an open, lively EFL Cup clash where both sides find the net, but the Eagles could once again surprise their Premier League rivals.

Luis Herrera- October 26, 2025

Liverpool vs Crystal Palace Betting Tips

Both Teams to Score

OK

1.67 Odds

Crystal Palace 2-1

OK

15.00 Odds