Everton are actually unbeaten in nine meetings with Crystal Palace, seeking three successive victories over the South London side for the first time ever. The Eagles failed to win any of their last 11 outings at Goodison, so will be hoping for better fortunes at Bramley-Moore Dock.
Everton vs Crystal Palace preview
Will Crystal Palace's remarkable unbeaten streak continue? Last weekend, the Eagles became the first side to beat Liverpool this season, deservedly prevailing 2-1, with the scoreline very much flattering the defeated champions. Ismaïla Sarr broke the deadlock inside nine minutes, only for the Reds to equaliser three minutes from time, poised to pull off a comeback, but it was Eddie Nketiah's expert finish that snatched victory in the 97th minute, sparking wild scenes of celebration.
Then, on Thursday night, Crystal Palace competed in a UEFA group stage for the very first time. Oliver Glasner's side began their quest for Conference League success by beating Dynamo Kyiv 2-0 at Arena Lublin. Daniel Muñoz's towering header broke the deadlock, before Nketiah was also on target, while a late red card shown to Borna Sosa was the only blemish on an otherwise perfect night.
This all means that the Eagles are now undefeated in 19 matches across all competitions, smashing the club record set in 1969, showing no signs of slowing down just yet either. So, could Palace become the first visiting team to leave Hill Dickinson Stadium victorious?
As for Everton, their start to the campaign has been mixed, winning two, drawing two and losing two. On Monday night, David Moyes' team were disappointed not to beat struggling West Ham on Merseyside, taking the lead through Michael Keane's early header, but unable to find a second, as the Hammers equalised on the hour mark, meaning the points were shared.
In their fourth match at their new home at Bramley-Moore Dock, this was the first goal the Toffees had conceded, but they're now without a win in four, after being dumped out of the EFL Cup by Wolves. So, can Everton be the team who end Palace's unbeaten streak that dates back to April?
Everton vs Crystal Palace head-to-head record
- Matches Played: 64.
- Everton Wins: 28. Draws: 21. Crystal Palace Wins: 15.
Everton team news
Having been booked in five successive Premier League matches, the last two of which were certainly controversial, Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall will sit this one out suspended.
In his place, if David Moyes is feeling bold, Tyler Dibling will come in for his first Premier League start for the club; Carlos Alcaraz would be the more conservative alternative.
At the back, Monday's scorer Michael Keane will continue to deputise in place of the injured Jarrad Branthwaite, while Beto is now three Premier League appearances without a goal, so could new recruit Thierno Barry get the nod in attack?
Everton predicted lineup vs Crystal Palace: (4-2-3-1): Pickford; O'Brien, Keane, Tarkowski, Mykolenko; Gana Gueye, Garner, Dibling, Grealish, Ndiaye; Barry.
Everton player to watch vs Crystal Palace
Jack Grealish has only ever scored once in 13 career meetings with Crystal Palace, but will continue to be the creative hub of this Everton team, so will he star on Sunday?
Crystal Palace team news
Oliver Glasner made just two changes for the mid-week trip to Lublin, Will Hughes and Borna Sosa coming in, underlining his lack of squad depth, so could fatigue become an issue?
Ismaïla Sarr will return to the forward line while, despite scoring off the bench against both Liverpool and Dynamo Kyiv, Eddie Nketiah could once again begin the afternoon among the substitutes.
Crystal Palace predicted lineup vs Everton: (3-4-2-1): Henderson; Richards, Guéhi, Lacroix; Muñoz, Wharton, Kamada, Mitchell; Yéremy, Sarr, Mateta.
Crystal Palace player to watch vs Everton
Jean-Philippe Mateta has been called up to the senior French national team for the very first time this week, having been a key figure in les Bleus' side that won Olympic silver on home soil last year, scoring five goals at that tournament. At club level, Mateta had netted four times so far this season, previously on target on three occasions against Everton, so can he add to that tally on Sunday?
Everton vs Crystal Palace prediction
We do not believe that Crystal Palace's unbeaten streak will come unstuck on Merseyside, actually backing in-form Palace to beat Everton at Hill Dickinson Stadium: Everton 1-2 Crystal Palace.
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How to watch Everton vs Crystal Palace in the Premier League on TV channel?
Everton vs Crystal Palace in the Premier League will be available on the following TV channels;
- UK: Sky Sports Premier League.
- USA: Peacock
- Canada: Fubo Sports Network 7 Canada
How to watch Everton vs Crystal Palace in the Premier League on live streaming?
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What is the date and kick-off time for Everton vs Crystal Palace in the Premier League?
Everton vs Crystal Palace takes place on Sunday 5 October 2025, with kick off at 14:00 (BST), 9:00 (EDT) & 6:00 (PDT).