Crystal Palace vs Brentford Predictions, Tips & Latest Odds
Lewis Watson 
Crystal Palace find themselves in a rough patch right now. Three league games without a win (one draw, two losses) have made October one to forget, capped off by a narrow 1-0 defeat to leaders Arsenal last weekend.
But still, that Arsenal loss was their first London derby defeat since falling to Brentford in this fixture last season (a run of six wins and two draws), and the Eagles remain unbeaten in their last ten Premier League home games (five wins, five draws).
Brentford, meanwhile, are flying high.
After smashing Grimsby 5-0 in the EFL Cup on Tuesday, they’ve now won three of their last four league matches and sit just outside the top half following a thrilling 3-2 victory over Liverpool.
It was the seventh time since the start of last season that the Bees have won despite conceding twice — a sign of their grit and attacking confidence.
Let’s take a look at the best tips and free bets for Saturday afternoon’s clash at Selhurst Park.
Crystal Palace vs Brentford Tips
Check out our three free tips ahead of Saturday's clash in the capital.
Tip 1: Draw & both teams to score
You could argue that Brentford have been one of the surprise packages of the season so far.
Sure, they’re only sat in eleventh, but after a summer of big upheaval, many respected opinions saw them lingering in the relegation spots.
Wins over Manchester United, West Ham and Liverpool in three of their last four outings have strengthened their arm in the division, with boss Keith Andrews receiving plaudits for an organised and confident approach.
Brentford haven’t been great on the road — just three points from four matches — but Palace haven’t exactly made Selhurst Park a fortress this season.
Oliver Glasner’s Eagles have dropped points to Bournemouth, Sunderland and Nottingham Forest on home soil — we’re backing Brentford to be next on that list.
Tip 2: Mikkel Damsgaard - Over 0.5 shots on target
Brentford’s Mikkel Damsgaard is the jewel in their midfield.
The Dane is an ever-present when available, and despite a quiet-ish start to the campaign, can typically be relied on for a strike on goal.
Just one goal and one assist is no reason for the 25-year-old to panic just yet, and a shot on target against Palace at 13/4 with bet365 looks good.
Tip 3: Jean-Philippe Mateta & Igor Thiago both to score
Fast-forward seven months and it wouldn’t be a surprise at all if Jean-Philipe Mateta and Igor Thiago topped the transfer lists of some big clubs.
They’ve combined to bag 11 already this season, and outside Antoine Semenyo and the re-born Danny Welbeck, are the two putting pressure on the formidable Erling Haaland.
If these teams are to win consistently this season then both Mateta and Thiago will play a huge role in doing so.
11/2 says both find the net on Saturday afternoon.
Crystal Palace vs Brentford Latest Odds
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Crystal Palace vs Brentford Team News
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Crystal Palace vs Brentford Form Guide
Recent form plays an essential part when placing a bet - here's how Palace and Brentford have fared in their last five matches.
Is Crystal Palace vs Brentford on TV?
Crystal Palace vs Brentford will not be shown live on TV in the UK due to the 3pm blackout rule.
However, fans can catch full highlights on Match of the Day on BBC One on Saturday evening.
Crystal Palace vs Brentford Match Information
Here's everything you need to know before kick-off in London.
Kick-Off Time
This Premier League clash will kick off at 3:00pm.
Fixture Date
Crystal Palace vs Brentford will take place on Saturday, 1 November.
Stadium
The match will be played at Selhurst Park, the home ground of Crystal Palace.
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