Crystal Palace won their first-ever major trophy when they defeated Manchester City in the FA Cup 2024-25 final. The Eagles came up with a bunch of good performances during the previous season. They will also get to compete in the UEFA Europa League next season due to their FA Cup title win.
Liverpool came out on top to win the English Premier League. Arne Slot led the Reds to the league title in his first season in charge. The Merseyside club came up with top performances in the league, but missed out on winning any other titles. Their pre-season run has been good enough, and they will now be looking to win the FA Community Shield here.
Eberechi Eze (Crystal Palace)
The 27-year-old Englishman has been one of the most consistent players for Crystal Palace since the 2024-25 season. Eberechi Eze delivered some top performances, which helped the Eagles secure many important wins. One of which came in the FA Cup final as he was the sole goal scorer of the match.
Hugo Ekitike (Liverpool)
Hugo Ekitike has recently joined forces with the Reds. He is still adapting to the play style and tactics under Arne Slot. The 23-year-old from France is going to play an important role in the final third for the Merseyside club.
It will be interesting to watch him perform in a high-stakes game for the Reds.
Match Facts
Liverpool are on a three-match winning streak. Crystal Palace have won two of their three pre-season games. The Reds have won two of their last four games against the Eagles.
Injury and Team News
Chadi Riad and Edward Nketiah are injured. Hence, neither will be in action for Crystal Palace. Cheick Oumar Doucoure might also miss out due to a lack of fitness.
Liverpool will be without the services of Joseph Gomez as he is injured. Conor Bradley might also miss out due to fitness issues.
Crystal Palace predicted lineup (3-4-2-1)
Henderson (GK); Richards, Guehi, Lacroix; Munoz, Wharton, Kamada, Mitchell; Eze, Sarr; Mateta.
Liverpool predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)
Alisson (GK); Frimpong, Konate, Endo, Robertson; Szoboszlai, Gravenberch; Salah, Wirtz, Gakpo; Ekitike.
