Manchester City v Crystal Palace Tickets

Manchester City vs Crystal Palace – Premier League 2025/26

Manchester City vs Crystal Palace has grown into one of the more unpredictable Premier League fixtures in recent years. While City maintain a dominant home record overall, Palace have disrupted expectations on multiple occasions with well-drilled counter-attacking performances. Under managers like Roy Hodgson and Patrick Vieira, Palace developed a knack for frustrating City, especially at the Etihad.

Since 2018, Palace have taken points away from City on three separate occasions in Manchester, including their famous 3–2 win in 2018 and a dramatic 2–2 draw in 2023. These results are notable not just for their rarity but for the quality of play and resilience displayed by Palace against one of the strongest squads in Europe.

Looking ahead to 2025/26, Palace under Oliver Glasner will be seeking consistency, while City continue their title pursuit. Though City will enter the fixture as clear favourites, Palace’s past performances offer a timely reminder that this matchup doesn’t always follow the script.

Man City vs Crystal Palace: Previous Etihad Stadium Meetings

Manchester City 5–2 Crystal Palace (12 April 2025) - Manchester City mounted a remarkable comeback to defeat Crystal Palace 5–2 at the Etihad Stadium. Early goals from Eberechi Eze and Chris Richards gave Palace a surprising 2–0 lead before Kevin De Bruyne pulled one back with a pinpoint free-kick. Omar Marmoush levelled the score before the break, and City took control in the second half with goals from Mateo Kovačić, James McAtee, and Nico O'Reilly. The win moved City into the top four and highlighted their strength in depth and attacking flexibility.

Manchester City 2–3 Crystal Palace (22 December 2018) - One of the defining results of the 2018/19 Premier League campaign, Crystal Palace’s 3–2 victory over City at the Etihad shocked many. After City opened the scoring, Palace responded with quick-fire goals from Jeffrey Schlupp and a thunderous volley from Andros Townsend that remains one of the league’s most iconic goals. Luka Milivojević’s penalty sealed the win, ending City’s 100% home record that season and dealing a major blow to their title defence.

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Manchester City vs Crystal Palace has produced its share of surprise results in recent years, making this fixture one of genuine interest. While City have the stronger record, Palace’s past success at the Etihad ensures this meeting won’t be taken lightly. Secure official hospitality now to witness a Premier League matchup that regularly defies expectations.