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Tottenham play Crystal Palace at home on 31 October 2026 · 17:30 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium (London); the referee is Michael Oliver. For us, Tottenham (58%) are favourites. Our tip, estimated probabilities, absences and a match analysis are below.
Tottenham vs Crystal Palace: analysis of the match
What our tip is based on
- Table. Tottenham are 9th in the table, on 12 points after 9 matches (3W 3D 3L), and Crystal Palace are 18th, on 7 points (2W 1D 6L).
- Attack and defence. On average Tottenham score 1.0 goals a match in the competition and concede 1.3; for Crystal Palace the figures are 1.1 scored and 2.4 conceded.
- Form in the competition. Tottenham: 2W 3D 3L, goals 8–10; Crystal Palace: 2W 1D 5L, goals 9–19.
- Head to head. From 29 meetings: 19 wins for Tottenham, 7 wins for Crystal Palace and 3 draws, with the goals at 42–20.
What to expect
For us, Tottenham are the more likely winners. We estimate a 2–1 score, roughly 3 goals in all, with 1–1 (10.5%) the most probable single result. Goals at both ends are likely in an open game.
In the goals market we pick Under 3.5 goals (odds 1.50), and we rate it at 64%. Our numbers give both teams scoring a 56% chance and more than 2.5 goals a 56% chance.
Prediction summary
- Meetings: 29; Tottenham 19 wins, 3 draws, Crystal Palace 7 wins.
- An average of 2.1 goals per meeting between these teams.
- In the competition, goals scored–conceded: Tottenham 8–10, Crystal Palace 9–19.
- Expected: roughly 3 goals; over 2.5 goals: 56%.
- Out: Tottenham 6, Crystal Palace 5.
Alternative tip: Over 2.5 goals
Alternative tip: Over 2.5 goals (probability 56%, best price 1.73). With roughly 3 goals expected, it fits the picture.
Absences
Absent for Tottenham: T. Adarabioyo, R. Bentancur, L. Bergvall, M. Mudryk, W. Odobert, X. Simons. Absent for Crystal Palace: C. Riad, I. Sarr, T. Tomiyasu, J. Larsen, Q. Timber. Team news may change, so check it again before kick-off.
Tottenham vs Crystal Palace: compare the odds
| Match result | 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best price | 1.72 | 4.50 | 5.60 |
| Market average | 1.64 | 4.08 | 5.00 |
| Lowest odds | 1.47 | 3.90 | 4.75 |
| Goals | Best | Average | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Over 1.5 goals | 1.23 | 1.21 | 78.3% |
| Over 2.5 goals | 1.73 | 1.69 | 56.3% |
| Under 2.5 goals | 2.27 | 2.18 | 43.7% |
| Over 3.5 goals | 2.75 | 2.66 | 35.6% |
| BTTS – yes | 1.70 | 1.67 | 55.7% |
| BTTS – no | 2.15 | 2.10 | 44.3% |
Prices from several bookmakers, combined and updated 31/10/26, 17:22. They are for guidance and can differ at any one operator. Margin, on average: 5.6%.
At a glance
- Likely result: Tottenham 1–1 Crystal Palace, roughly 3 goals in total.
- Table: Tottenham 9th (12 points), Crystal Palace 18th (7 points).
- Form in the competition: Tottenham 2W 3D 3L (8:10), Crystal Palace 2W 1D 5L (9:19).
- H2H: 29 matches: Tottenham 19W 3D 7L, goals 42–20.
- Absences: Tottenham 6, Crystal Palace 5.
Who will win Tottenham vs Crystal Palace?
Our estimate uses odds from several bookmakers after removing the margin. It does not guarantee any result.
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Tottenham vs Crystal Palace: team news and absences
Tottenham
- T. Adarabioyocalf injury · will miss the match
- R. Bentancurred card · will miss the match
- L. Bergvallknee injury · will miss the match
- M. Mudrykankle injury · will miss the match
- W. Odobertknee injury · will miss the match
- X. Simonsknee injury · will miss the match
Crystal Palace
- C. Riadknee injury · will miss the match
- I. Sarrgroin injury · will miss the match
- T. Tomiyasucalf injury · will miss the match
- J. Larsenankle injury · doubtful
- Q. Timberhamstring injury · doubtful
Changes are possible before kick-off.
Standings and form
| # | Team | P | W-D-L | Goals | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Arsenal | 9 | 8-0-1 | 14:5 | 24 |
| 2 |  Manchester City | 9 | 7-0-2 | 20:10 | 21 |
| 3 |  Brighton | 9 | 6-1-2 | 24:7 | 19 |
| 4 |  Chelsea | 9 | 5-1-3 | 19:15 | 16 |
| 5 |  Liverpool | 9 | 4-3-2 | 11:9 | 15 |
| 6 |  Brentford | 9 | 3-5-1 | 16:9 | 14 |
| 7 |  Everton | 9 | 3-4-2 | 9:9 | 13 |
| 8 |  Bournemouth | 9 | 3-3-3 | 14:13 | 12 |
| 9 | Tottenham | 9 | 3-3-3 | 10:10 | 12 |
| 10 |  Aston Villa | 9 | 3-3-3 | 10:13 | 12 |
| 11 |  Hull City | 9 | 2-5-2 | 11:10 | 11 |
| 12 |  Leeds | 9 | 2-5-2 | 9:8 | 11 |
| 13 |  Newcastle | 9 | 3-2-4 | 12:15 | 11 |
| 14 |  Ipswich | 9 | 3-2-4 | 14:18 | 11 |
| 15 |  Fulham | 9 | 2-3-4 | 9:11 | 9 |
| 16 |  Coventry | 9 | 3-0-6 | 9:16 | 9 |
| 17 |  Manchester United | 9 | 1-4-4 | 10:15 | 7 |
| 18 | Crystal Palace | 9 | 2-1-6 | 9:21 | 7 |
| 19 |  Nottingham Forest | 9 | 1-3-5 | 6:12 | 6 |
| 20 |  Sunderland | 9 | 1-2-6 | 7:17 | 5 |
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Questions and answers
What do we tip for Tottenham vs Crystal Palace?
Crystal Palace +1 (Asian handicap) (1.96); Under 3.5 goals (1.50).
Who will win Tottenham vs Crystal Palace?
We estimate: Tottenham win 58%, draw 23%, Crystal Palace win 19%.
Where and when is the game being played?
Date: 31 October 2026, kick-off: 17:30, venue: Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London. Referee: Michael Oliver.
Who will be missing?
Tottenham: T. Adarabioyo, R. Bentancur, L. Bergvall, M. Mudryk, W. Odobert, X. Simons. Crystal Palace: C. Riad, I. Sarr, T. Tomiyasu, J. Larsen, Q. Timber. Changes are possible before kick-off.
Will the match produce over 2.5 goals?
We estimate over 2.5 goals at 56% (odds 1.73); for fewer than 2.5 the figure is 44% (odds 2.27).
Will both teams score?
By our estimate, both teams score with a probability of 56% (odds 1.70).
Which correct score is the likeliest?
We rate 1–1 as most likely (10.5%), then 1–0 (10.5%) and 2–1 (9.9%).
What are your predictions based on?
We start from the prices of several bookmakers, remove their margin and average them to get probabilities; a Poisson distribution then gives us the expected goals and the most probable scores. Form, head to head and absences appear on the page as extra context. We publish predictions purely as information, and none of them promises a winning outcome.
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