Crystal Palace vs Ipswich Town Picks, Prediction, Odds, and Line Movement for Saturday September 12 2026
Crystal Palace and Ipswich Town meet Saturday, September 12 in a Premier League matchup that looks extremely competitive based on both the betting market and early-season underlying numbers, and bettors weighing this week's EPL predictions will want to note how closely matched these two attacks and defenses have been. For more angles across the slate, check out our EPL picks before kickoff. Crystal Palace is listed at -110 on the moneyline, Ipswich is +285, and the draw is +280, while the total is set at 2.5 goals.
TLDR: Quick Picks and Prediction
- Spread Pick: Crystal Palace -0.5 (-125)
- Total Pick: Over 2.5 (-125)
- Projected Final Score: Crystal Palace 2, Ipswich Town 1
Odds and Line Movement
Current Odds
| Market | Crystal Palace | Ipswich Town | Draw |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | -110 | +285 | +280 |
| Spread | -0.5 (-125) | +0.5 (-115) | - |
| Total | Over 2.5 (-125) / Under 2.5 (+100) | - | |
Line Movement - Moneyline
| Date | Ipswich Town | Crystal Palace | Draw |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/08 | +288 | -113 | +285 |
| 09/08 | +288 | -113 | +286 |
| 09/07 | +282 | -111 | +284 |
| 09/07 | +282 | -109 | +277 |
| 09/07 | +279 | -108 | +277 |
| 09/06 | +291 | -113 | +282 |
| 09/06 | +287 | -111 | +280 |
| 09/06 | +286 | -112 | +284 |
| 09/06 | +287 | -111 | +280 |
| 09/06 | +288 | -111 | +283 |
| 09/05 | +288 | -107 | +279 |
| 09/01 | +276 | -107 | +278 |
Line Movement - Total
| Date | Over | Under |
|---|---|---|
| 09/08 | 2.5 (-130) | 2.5 (+107) |
| 09/08 | 2.5 (-131) | 2.5 (+108) |
| 09/07 | 2.5 (-130) | 2.5 (+107) |
| 09/07 | 2.5 (-129) | 2.5 (+107) |
| 09/07 | 2.5 (-118) | 2.5 (-103) |
| 09/06 | 2.5 (-119) | 2.5 (-102) |
| 09/06 | 2.5 (-116) | 2.5 (-104) |
| 09/05 | 2.5 (-114) | 2.5 (-106) |
| 09/03 | 2.5 (-113) | 2.5 (-107) |
| 09/01 | 2.5 (-112) | 2.5 (-108) |
Crystal Palace vs Ipswich Town Key Matchups and Game Preview
Crystal Palace Recent Form
Palace enters this matchup after a 3-0 Carabao Cup victory over Middlesbrough and a 3-2 league win at Fulham, bouncing back from earlier defeats to Manchester City and Everton.
Ipswich Town Recent Form
Ipswich, meanwhile, has dropped consecutive league matches to Liverpool and Manchester United after beginning its season with a 2-1 win over Sunderland, leaving the Tractor Boys searching for another positive result.
Palace and Ipswich Statistical Similarities
Statistically, these teams have been remarkably similar through the early sample. Both are averaging 1.33 goals per match and conceding 2.67, while Palace has produced 1.53 expected goals compared with Ipswich at 1.49.
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Crystal Palace Defensive Numbers
Defensively, Palace has allowed 1.92 expected goals per match and Ipswich 1.99, leaving each side with a negative expected-goal differential. Neither defense has shown much ability to consistently limit quality chances so far this season.
Palace Attacking Contributors
Palace's attack has received unexpected production from Tyrick Mitchell, who leads the club with two goals, while Ben Chilwell has also scored. Daichi Kamada and Eddie Nketiah have each recorded an assist.
Ipswich Attacking Contributors
Ipswich has spread its scoring around, with Leif Davis, Emersonn and Chuba Akpom each finding the net, while Julio Enciso has contributed two assists and Sasa Lukic and Fatawu Issahaku have added one apiece.
Betting Trends: CRY vs IPS
Crystal Palace and Ipswich are nearly identical statistically, with both clubs averaging 1.33 goals scored and 2.67 allowed per match. Palace's 1.53 expected goals is only marginally ahead of Ipswich's 1.49, while both defenses are conceding at a similarly high rate of nearly 2.0 xG per game. Palace has won its last league match 3-2 at Fulham, while Ipswich has lost its last two to Liverpool and Manchester United.
Key Injuries and Things To Know: CRY vs IPS
Injuries could play a major role, especially for Palace, with Jean-Philippe Mateta dealing with a muscle issue and Ismaila Sarr carrying a groin injury, potentially removing two important attacking options. Ipswich is also shorthanded, with Jack Taylor sidelined by a knee problem, Azor Matusiwa dealing with a muscle injury and Jaden Philogene carrying an ankle issue.
Crystal Palace vs Ipswich Town Side and Over/Under Picks
- Spread Pick: Crystal Palace -0.5 (-125)
- Total Pick: Over 2.5 (-125)
With both defenses conceding at a high rate and neither side showing much ability to control matches consistently, this sets up as a game where chances should be available at both ends. Palace gets the edge at home, but the stronger betting angle is on goals rather than laying a short price.
Final Score Prediction
- Crystal Palace: 2
- Ipswich Town: 1
How to Wager On Crystal Palace vs Ipswich Town
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