Sunderland have actually won each of their last three visits to Selhurst Park, despite having only won three of their first 20 away games against Crystal Palace beforehand, dating back to 1912.
Crystal Palace vs Sunderland preview
Can Crystal Palace continue their unbeaten streak? On a fortnight ago, in an unusual Sunday night kick off, the Eagles demolished Aston Villa 3-0 in the Midlands, thanks to Jean-Philippe Mateta's spot-kick, Marc Guéhi's stupendous strike and then Ismaïla Sarr's brave header.
Oliver Glasner's side therefore have five points on the board after three Premier League fixtures, also ousting Fredrikstad to reach the Conference League league phase. Thus, dating back to April, Palace are now unbeaten in 14 matches, picking up the FA Cup and Community Shield during this period. As club football returns, the Eagles will fancy their chances of victory at Selhurst on Saturday.
As for Sunderland, they actually kick off above their hosts, having made a very promising start to life back in the top-flight. Last time out, Régis Le Bris' side fought back from a goal down to beat Brentford 2-1 at the Stadium of Light in dramatic fashion. Robin Roefs saved a penalty and then Enzo Le Fée equalised via a spot-kick of his own, before Wilson Isidor snatched a 96th minute winner that had all of Wearside celebrating, shaking the stadium to its foundations.
This means the Black Cats have won both home matches since their Premier League return, also hammering West Ham 3-0 on the opening weekend, albeit their 2-0 defeat at Turf Moor against Burnley in-between was a bit concerning. So, can Sunderland end Crystal Palace unbeaten streak, or will the Eagles make home advantage count?
Crystal Palace vs Sunderland head-to-head record
- Matches Played: 48.
- Crystal Palace Wins: 17. Draws: 15. Sunderland Wins: 16.
Crystal Palace team news
Marc Guéhi will captain Crystal Palace, after his deadline day move to Liverpool collapsed, while Selhurst could get a first glimpse of a trio of debutants.
Yéremy Pino made his debut off the bench at Villa Park, while centre-back Jaydee Canvot and forward Christantus Uche have arrived from Toulouse and Getafe respectively since that win, so how many of them will start on Saturday? Adam Wharton is sidelined, after suffering an adductor injury against Aston Villa.
Crystal Palace predicted lineup vs Sunderland: (3-4-3): Henderson; Richards, Guéhi, Lacroix; Muñoz, Kamada, Hughes, Mitchell; Yéremy, Sarr, Mateta.
Crystal Palace player to watch vs Sunderland
Jean-Philippe Mateta scored his third of the season already from the penalty spot a fortnight ago, to add to his 17 goal haul last season, so will he help defeat Sunderland at Selhurst?
Sunderland team news
Régis Le Bris added Lutsharel Geertruida from RB Leipzig as well as Ajax duo Bertrand Traoré and Brian Brobbey on deadline day, all of whom could feature for the Black Cats for the first time.
Dan Ballard and Luke O'Nien are sidelined, leaving them short of defensive options, hence why right-back Nordi Mukiele was thrown in for his Premier League debut at the heart of defence, alongside Omar Alderete, against Brentford.
Of their starting XI for that win, eight were summer signings, a number that could increase further here, although Wilson Isidor, a hero of last season, has scored in both home wins as a substitute, so has he done enough to earn a start?
Sunderland predicted lineup vs Crystal Palace: (4-3-3): Roefs; Hume, Mukiele, Alderete, Reinildo; Xhaka, Diarra, Sadiki; Talbi, Adingra, Mayenda.
Sunderland player to watch vs Crystal Palace
Club record signing Habib Diarra, who arrived from Strasbourg for around £30 million, has been excellent in a Sunderland shirt so far, so will be key to their chances of earning anything here.
Crystal Palace vs Sunderland prediction
We are backing Crystal Palace for victory on Saturday. The Eagles' unbeaten streak is showing no sign of ending, so they should be too strong for Sunderland at home: Crystal Palace 2-0 Sunderland.
Crystal Palace vs Sunderland FAQs - Premier League
How to watch Crystal Palace vs Sunderland in the Premier League on TV channel?
Crystal Palace vs Sunderland in the Premier League will be available on the following TV channels;
- UK: This match is not being broadcast live in the UK.
- USA: Peacock
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- UK: This match is not being broadcast live in the UK.
- USA: Peacock
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What is the date and kick-off time for Crystal Palace vs Sunderland in the Premier League?
Crystal Palace vs Sunderland takes place on Saturday 13 September 2025, with kick off at 15:00 (BST), 10:00 (EDT) & 7:00 (PDT).