Crystal Palace vs West Ham: Premier League Match Preview
Match Context
Crystal Palace host West Ham at Selhurst Park in London on 20 April 2026, in Premier League Regular Season - 33. Crystal Palace sit 13th on 42 points with a goal difference of -1, while West Ham are 17th on 32 points with a goal difference of -17.
Crystal Palace Availability
Crystal Palace face multiple absences.
- C. Doucoure (Knee Injury) is sidelined.
- E. Guessand (Injury) is sidelined.
- E. Nketiah (Thigh Injury) is sidelined.
- M. Lacroix (Injury) is doubtful.
- A. Wharton (Injury) is doubtful.
A. Wharton’s potential absence is a major blow: he has provided 5 assists and is a key creative midfielder. Top scorer J. Mateta, with 10 league goals, is available and expected to lead the attack.
West Ham Availability
West Ham have one confirmed absentee.
- L. Fabianski (Back Injury) is sidelined.
With only one player out and no suspensions listed, West Ham retain their main attacking outlets. Top creator J. Bowen, who has 8 goals and 8 assists, is available and central to their forward threat.
Impact Summary
Crystal Palace risk losing significant creativity if A. Wharton does not feature, reducing supply to J. Mateta. West Ham’s attacking structure remains intact, with J. Bowen and supporting runners expected to carry most of their offensive output.
