Manchester City vs Crystal Palace Match Preview

Match Context

Manchester City host Crystal Palace at Etihad Stadium, Manchester, on 13 May 2026 in Premier League Regular Season - 31. The home side sit 2nd with 74 points and a goal difference of 40, while Palace arrive 15th on 44 points and a goal difference of -6.

Manchester City Availability

Manchester City face several concerns at the back and in midfield. J. Gvardiol (Broken Leg) is doubtful. A. Khusanov (Injury) is doubtful. Rodri (Groin Injury) is doubtful. None of City’s leading scorer or chief creators appear on the absence list, so key attacking figures such as E. Haaland and R. Cherki are expected to be available.

Crystal Palace Availability

Crystal Palace have a mix of confirmed and potential absentees. C. Doucoure (Knee Injury) is sidelined. E. Nketiah (Thigh Injury) is sidelined. E. Guessand (Knee Injury) is doubtful. B. Sosa (Injury) is doubtful. There are no suspensions listed for yellow cards or red cards.

Impact Summary

City’s doubts are concentrated in build-up and defensive structure, but their attacking output remains largely intact, with E. Haaland’s 26 league goals and 8 assists still available, supported by R. Cherki’s 11 assists. Palace lose depth up front with E. Nketiah sidelined, placing even more weight on J. Mateta, who leads them with 11 league goals.