Match Overview
Manchester City is set to meet Crystal Palace in the 2024-25 FA Cup final at Wembley Stadium. This match offers City, led by coach Pep Guardiola, the opportunity to secure their season’s first major trophy, although their campaign has been less than stellar thus far. In contrast, Crystal Palace, guided by Oliver Glasner, will be vying for their first top-flight trophy in club history.
Teams’ Recent Performances
- Manchester City: After being eliminated from the Champions League by Real Madrid, they aim to redeem themselves this weekend.
- Crystal Palace: Historically, the club has not won a major trophy and aims to change that by overcoming the fierce competition from City.
Viewing Details
- Date: Saturday, May 17
- Time: 11:30 a.m. ET
- Location: Wembley, London, England
- Live Stream: ESPN
Odds: Crystal Palace +340; Draw +270; Manchester City -135
Quotes from Pep Guardiola
“It’s an honor and privilege to play in the FA Cup final. We travel to London to win the title. Their quality with Eberechi Eze is obviously a threat,” Guardiola stated, emphasizing the competition’s challenge.
Predicted Lineups
- Crystal Palace XI: Dean Henderson; Chris Richards; Maxence Lacroix; Marc Guehi; Daniel Munoz; Daichi Kamada; Adam Wharton; Tyrick Mitchell; Eberechi Eze; Ismaila Sarr; Jean-Philippe Mateta.
- Manchester City XI: Stefan Ortega; Manuel Akanji; Ruben Dias; Josko Gvardiol; Nico O’Reilly; Bernardo Silva; Kevin De Bruyne; Jeremy Doku; Omar Marmoush; Savinho; Erling Haaland.
Key Player to Watch
Kevin De Bruyne is set to play his final match for City in this competition, looking to leave a lasting legacy by adding another trophy to his accolades before departure.
Predictions
Although Crystal Palace is highly motivated to win a major trophy, Manchester City boasts superior talent and experience in high-stakes matches. Predicted Score: Manchester City 3, Crystal Palace 1.
