Chelsea vs Crystal Palace: Unbeaten Streak & Match Preview

Anyone tracking Premier League rivalries knows Chelsea vs Crystal Palace has become a fixture where history leans heavily one way. Chelsea’s unbeaten streak against Palace stretches 16 matches, and the gap only widened with their 3-1 win at Selhurst Park in January 2026. This guide pulls together the head-to-head record, key stats, predicted line-ups, and live-watch info for the upcoming clash on December 2 at Stamford Bridge.

Last meeting (Premier League): Crystal Palace 1–3 Chelsea (25 Jan 2026) ·
Chelsea’s unbeaten run vs Crystal Palace (PL): 16 matches (13 wins, 3 draws) ·
Next scheduled match: 2 Dec 2026 at Stamford Bridge ·
Chelsea goals in last 16 PL matches vs Palace: 35 (avg 2.2 per game) ·
Crystal Palace goals in last 16 PL matches vs Chelsea: 8 (avg 0.5 per game)

Five key facts set the stage for the December showdow: venue, form, and the long shadow of an extraordinary run.

What are the latest results and highlights for Chelsea vs Crystal Palace?

Last match result: Crystal Palace 1-3 Chelsea

The most recent meeting on 25 January 2026 at Selhurst Park ended with a comfortable 3-1 victory for Chelsea. Richards pulled one back for Palace late on, but goals from Estêvão, João Pedro, and Enzo Fernández sealed the win (NBC Sports, US broadcaster). Estêvão, in particular, caught the eye by scoring and assisting after replacing Cole Palmer (ESPN, sports media).

Match highlights and key moments

• Estêvão opened the scoring in the first half with a composed finish.
• João Pedro doubled the lead early in the second half.
• Fernández added a third from a set piece before Palace’s late consolation.

Recent form of both teams

In the five Premier League games leading up to the match, Chelsea had collected 10 points (W-W-D-W-L), while Crystal Palace managed just 5 (L-D-L-W-D). The contrast underscores why Chelsea entered the fixture as clear favourites.

Chelsea’s form advantage suggests they will dominate again.

What is the head-to-head record between Chelsea and Crystal Palace?

Overall head-to-head in all competitions

Across all competitions, Chelsea have won 38 of 67 meetings, with 17 draws and 12 losses. In the Premier League alone, the Blues hold 26 wins, Palace 4, with 8 draws.

Head-to-head at Stamford Bridge

At home, Chelsea have won 12 of 16 league games against Palace since 2013. Palace’s last league victory at Stamford Bridge came back in 1982 — a staggering 44-year drought.

Current unbeaten streak and historic results

Chelsea are unbeaten in their last 16 Premier League matches against Crystal Palace (13W, 3D) — the longest active run by any Premier League club over a single opponent. The draw in September 2024 was the first league draw between the sides since 1995 (Chelsea FC).

The implication: Palace haven’t just lost to Chelsea — they’ve rarely even come close to a win in the league for nearly a decade.

What is the predicted line up for Chelsea vs Crystal Palace?

Predicted Chelsea starting XI

• Formation: 4-2-3-1
• Keeper: Robert Sánchez
• Defence: Gusto, Disasi, Colwill, Chilwell
• Midfield: Caicedo, Lavia
• Attack: Palmer, Estêvão, Mudryk
• Striker: Jackson

Predicted Crystal Palace starting XI

• Formation: 3-4-3
• Keeper: Henderson
• Defence: Richards, Andersen, Guéhi
• Midfield: Munoz, Wharton, Lerma, Mitchell
• Attack: Eze, Mateta, Ayew

Key injuries and suspensions

No lineup can be confirmed until 60 minutes before kick-off. Chelsea’s Cole Palmer and Reece James are carrying minor knocks; Palace’s Eberechi Eze is expected to be fit.

The selection decisions will shape the match outcome.

How to watch Chelsea vs Crystal Palace live?

TV broadcast channels (UK and international)

• UK: Matches are typically carried by Sky Sports and Amazon Prime Video; check listings closer to the date.
• US: Premier League broadcasts via NBC Sports and its streaming platform Peacock.
• Other regions: Local Premier League rights holders — check official club websites for confirmed channels.

Official live streaming options

UK subscribers can stream via Sky Go or Amazon Prime Video. International fans should use the broadcaster associated with their region. No illegal streams are supported by this guide.

Radio and text commentary

BBC Radio 5 Live provides live audio commentary across the UK. Live text updates are available on the BBC Sport website and app (BBC Sport, UK public broadcaster).

What are the key statistics and facts for Chelsea vs Crystal Palace?

Scoring trends and average goals

Chelsea have scored 35 goals in their last 16 Premier League meetings with Palace — an average of 2.2 per game. Palace have managed just 8 in return (avg 0.5) (Chelsea FC).

Player stats: Estevao Willian, Cole Palmer

• Estêvão (full name Estêvão Willian) scored one and assisted one in the 3-1 win in January 2026 (ESPN).
• Cole Palmer has three goals in his last four appearances against Palace, including a penalty in the 2-0 win in October 2025.

Disciplinary records and clean sheets

The goalless draw in August 2025 was the first clean sheet Crystal Palace had kept against Chelsea in 23 league matches (Chelsea FC). That statistic alone highlights how rare it is for Palace to contain Chelsea’s attack.

The pattern: Chelsea don’t just beat Palace — they outscore them by a wide margin and rarely let them keep a clean sheet.

These gaps reflect the normal pre-match uncertainty.

These quotes confirm the one-sided nature of the fixture.

For those looking to catch the action live, our detailed TV, stream and H2H guide provides all the necessary broadcast information and head-to-head records.

Frequently asked questions