Manchester City vs Crystal Palace Match Preview

Match Context

Manchester City host Crystal Palace at Etihad Stadium in Manchester on 13 May 2026, with kick-off at 19:00 UTC in Premier League Regular Season - 31. Manchester City arrive sitting 2nd with 74 points and a goal difference of 40, while Crystal Palace are 15th on 44 points and a goal difference of -6.

Manchester City Availability

Manchester City have several concerns. J. Gvardiol (Broken Leg) is doubtful. A. Khusanov (Injury) is doubtful. Rodri (Groin Injury) is doubtful. None of these issues are suspension-related. Key attacking figures remain available: E. Haaland leads the league with 26 goals and 8 assists, while R. Cherki has contributed 4 goals and 11 assists.

Crystal Palace Availability

Crystal Palace are missing important options in both midfield and attack. C. Doucoure (Knee Injury) is sidelined. E. Nketiah (Thigh Injury) is sidelined. E. Guessand (Knee Injury) is doubtful. B. Sosa (Injury) is doubtful. There are no suspensions listed for yellow cards or red cards.

Impact Summary

Manchester City’s doubts are focused on defensive structure and midfield control rather than their main attacking output, with Haaland and Cherki available to sustain a frontline that has produced 72 league goals. Crystal Palace, already on 38 goals, lose attacking depth through Nketiah and potentially Guessand, increasing the burden on top scorer J. Mateta, who has 11 league goals.