Manchester City vs Crystal Palace: Premier League Match Preview

Manchester City host Crystal Palace at Etihad Stadium, Manchester, on 13 May 2026 in Premier League Regular Season - 31. City arrive second in the table on 74 points with a goal difference of 40, while Palace sit 15th on 44 points and a goal difference of -6.

Manchester City Availability

Manchester City have three concerns ahead of kickoff.

• J. Gvardiol (Broken Leg) is doubtful.
• A. Khusanov (Injury) is doubtful.
• Rodri (Groin Injury) is doubtful.

All three affect City’s defensive structure and build-up, but their main attacking stars remain available. E. Haaland, the league’s leading scorer with 26 goals and 8 assists, is fit, as is creative hub R. Cherki, who has delivered 11 assists and 4 goals.

Crystal Palace Availability

Crystal Palace face a heavier absentee list.

• C. Doucoure (Knee Injury) is sidelined.
• E. Nketiah (Thigh Injury) is sidelined.
• E. Guessand (Knee Injury) is doubtful.
• B. Sosa (Injury) is doubtful.

The loss of C. Doucoure removes a key presence in midfield, while E. Nketiah’s absence reduces attacking depth.

Impact Summary

Manchester City retain virtually all of their attacking output, with E. Haaland and R. Cherki both available. Crystal Palace’s main goal threat J. Mateta (11 goals) is available, but the sidelined and doubtful forwards around him slightly diminish their attacking options compared to a full-strength lineup.