Crystal Palace prepares for Premier League match against Manchester City
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 12:30 PM
Last updated Aug 26, 2026
Crystal Palace will host Manchester City at Selhurst Park on Friday at 20:00 (UK). Following a 2-0 defeat to Everton in their season opener, Palace seeks to bounce back under the leadership of new manager Pierre Sage. Palace had a notable previous season, winning the Community Shield and UEFA Conference League but ended the league campaign in 15th place. City aims to build on their recent victory over Bournemouth as they visit London.
- •Palace lost 2-0 to Everton in their first match of the season.
- •Sage is managing in the Premier League for the first time.
- •Palace struggled offensively last season, scoring only 41 goals.
- •City has a strong head-to-head record against Palace, losing just twice in 22 matches.
- •Kick-off is set for 20:00 (UK) on Friday.
- 12:30 PMYahoo Sports — Analysing Crystal Palace ahead of Friday's Premier League clash
"With the help of Opta data, we look at our opponents this Friday… Men's Team One moment in time: Toure turns the title race We head to Selhurst Park for a 20:00 (UK) kick-off looking to build on las...
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