Manchester City vs Crystal Palace Match Preview

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

Manchester City Availability

Manchester City have three concerns ahead of kickoff.

• J. Gvardiol (Broken Leg) is doubtful.
• A. Khusanov (Injury) is doubtful.
• Rodri (Groin Injury) is doubtful.

None of City’s leading attacking contributors appear on the unavailable list, so prolific striker E. Haaland (26 league goals, 8 assists) and creative hub R. Cherki (11 assists, 4 goals) are expected to be available to start.

Crystal Palace Availability

Crystal Palace face a heavier absentee list.

• C. Doucoure (Knee Injury) is sidelined.
• E. Nketiah (Thigh Injury) is sidelined.
• E. Guessand (Knee Injury) is doubtful.
• B. Sosa (Injury) is doubtful.

Key forward J. Mateta, with 11 league goals, is not listed among the absentees and should spearhead the visitors’ attack.

Impact Summary

City’s doubts are concentrated in defense and midfield, with Rodri’s potential absence particularly disruptive to their buildup, but their primary attacking output remains intact through E. Haaland and R. Cherki. Palace, by contrast, lose depth and variety in attack with E. Nketiah sidelined and E. Guessand doubtful, increasing the reliance on J. Mateta to provide their cutting edge.