Premier League Regular Season - 29
Tottenham 1 - 3 FT Crystal Palace
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
7' Souza
↓ D. Munoz ↑N. Clyne 14'
J. S. Larsen 22'
25' P. M. Sarr
I. Sarr 29'
34' D. Solanke (A. Gray)
38' M. van de Ven
I. Sarr 40'
43' ↓ Souza ↑C. Gallagher
43' ↓ R. Kolo Muani ↑Y. Bissouma
J. S. Larsen (A. Wharton) 45'+1
I. Sarr (A. Wharton) 45'+7
HT
↓ E. Guessand ↑B. Johnson 67'
74' ↓ D. Solanke ↑Richarlison
74' ↓ P. Porro ↑X. Simons
↓ J. S. Larsen ↑C. Uche 81'
↓ A. Wharton ↑W. Hughes 81'
82' Y. Bissouma
N. Clyne 90'+2
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Tottenham
Goalkeepers
Guglielmo Vicario 
SIEVE
25%
Save %
25%
Save %
3
Conceded
1
Saves
Defenders
Pedro Porro 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
50%
Duel Win %
Kevin Danso
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
53%
Duel Win %
Micky van de Ven 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Red Card
Mistake
Red Card
Mistake
2
Fouls
5.5
Rating
Midfielders
Archie Gray 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
7.7
Rating
João Palhinha 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
96
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Pape Matar Sarr
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
96
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Souza
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
43
Total Mins
43
Entry
Forwards
Randal Kolo Muani
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
43
Total Mins
43
Entry
Mathys Tel 
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
0
Assists
12%
Pass Acc
Dominic Solanke 
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
BENCH
Antonín Kinský 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Brandon Austin
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
James Rowswell
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yves Bissouma
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
53
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Conor Gallagher
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
53
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Rio Kyerematen
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Xavi Simons
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
22
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Callum Olusesi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Richarlison
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
22
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Crystal Palace
Goalkeepers
Dean Henderson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
96
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Jaydee Canvot 
MAGNET
86
Activity
86
Activity
78
Passes
8
Duels
Chris Richards
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
56%
Duel Win %
Chadi Riad
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
78%
Duel Win %
Midfielders
Daniel Muñoz
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
14
Total Mins
14
Entry
Adam Wharton
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
2
Assists
29%
Pass Acc
Daichi Kamada
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
96
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tyrick Mitchell
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
96
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
Ismaïla Sarr 
HITMAN
2
Goals
2
Goals
2
On Target
8.2
Rating
Evann Guessand 
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
4
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Jørgen Strand Larsen
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
BENCH
Walter Benítez
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Nathaniel Clyne
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
82
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Borna Sosa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jefferson Lerma
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Will Hughes
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
15
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Justin Devenny
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yéremy Pino
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Christantus Uche
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
15
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Brennan Johnson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
29
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28/12/2025 | Crystal Palace | 0 - 1 | Tottenham | Premier League | Selhurst Park |
| 11/05/2025 | Tottenham | 0 - 2 | Crystal Palace | Premier League | Tottenham Hotspur Stadium |
| 27/10/2024 | Crystal Palace | 1 - 0 | Tottenham | Premier League | Selhurst Park |
| 02/03/2024 | Tottenham | 3 - 1 | Crystal Palace | Premier League | Tottenham Hotspur Stadium |
| 27/10/2023 | Crystal Palace | 1 - 2 | Tottenham | Premier League | Selhurst Park |
| 06/05/2023 | Tottenham | 1 - 0 | Crystal Palace | Premier League | Tottenham Hotspur Stadium |
| 04/01/2023 | Crystal Palace | 0 - 4 | Tottenham | Premier League | Selhurst Park |
| 26/12/2021 | Tottenham | 3 - 0 | Crystal Palace | Premier League | Tottenham Hotspur Stadium |
| 11/09/2021 | Crystal Palace | 3 - 0 | Tottenham | Premier League | Selhurst Park |
| 07/03/2021 | Tottenham | 4 - 1 | Crystal Palace | Premier League | Tottenham Hotspur Stadium |
28/12/2025
11/05/2025
27/10/2024
02/03/2024
27/10/2023
06/05/2023
04/01/2023
26/12/2021
11/09/2021
07/03/2021
Tottenham Win
Crystal Palace Win
Draw
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Spurs Implode in Brutal Home Defeat
Must-Watch Futmetrix Score: 85/100. A catastrophic defensive meltdown and a costly red card turned a promising lead into a bruising home defeat for a struggling Tottenham side.
The Opening Salvo
The atmosphere at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium was thick with anxiety as two sides hovering dangerously close to the bottom third of the table faced off in a crucial six-pointer. For the first half-hour, it looked like Tottenham might finally find their rhythm. Despite early pressure from the visitors, the Intensity was largely dictated by the home side's midfield. When Archie Gray delivered a perfectly weighted ball into the box in the 34th minute, Dominic Solanke didn't miss, firing home to give the Spurs faithful a rare reason to cheer. It was a deserved lead at the time, reflecting a side that appeared to have found some tactical clarity. However, in typical fashion for this season’s Spurs, the joy was fleeting as their discipline completely evaporated under pressure.
The Meltdown
The game turned on its head in a brutal four-minute window that left the home support in shock. In the 38th minute, Micky van de Ven was caught on the wrong side of a break and saw a straight red card for a desperate holding foul. The Balance of the contest evaporated instantly. Not only were Spurs down to ten men, but the resulting penalty allowed Ismaïla Sarr to level the scores with clinical precision. This wasn't just a tactical setback; it was a psychological hammer blow. Suddenly, the 60% possession controlled by Crystal Palace began to manifest as wave after wave of pressure. The home side’s defensive structure crumbled, leaving massive gaps for the Palace attackers to exploit as the clock ticked toward the interval.
The Aftermath
What followed was a ruthless execution of a wounded opponent. Before the whistle could provide any respite, Jørgen Strand Larsen capitalized on an Adam Wharton assist to put the Eagles ahead. The Upset Factor was growing by the second, and it was compounded deep into first-half stoppage time when Sarr struck again to secure his brace. The second half was a mere formality, as Tottenham lacked the numbers and the morale to mount any serious resistance. This defeat leaves them in a precarious 16th position, mired in a relegation battle that shows no signs of ending. For Palace, this was a statement of intent, proving they can be clinical when the opportunity arises. The gap between these two teams in the standings has widened, and the pressure on the home dugout has reached a fever pitch.
Key Questions
How did the red card for M. van de Ven impact the match?
The red card was the turning point. Tottenham collapsed immediately, conceding a penalty and two further goals before halftime, which effectively ended the contest.
How did Tottenham complete the comeback from behind?
Tottenham did not complete a comeback. Despite taking an initial lead, they surrendered three goals after the red card and failed to recover in the second half.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Spurs Search for Solace Against Resilient Palace
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 33/100. This is a battle of survival instincts versus defensive resilience where a single moment of quality might be the only highlight at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
The Setup
The situation at Tottenham is becoming impossible to ignore. Sitting in 16th place with a home win rate that barely clears 14%, the North London side looks drained. Their Form rating is hovering in the gutter after a string of winless outings, and the atmosphere on March 05, 2026, is likely to be tense. Meanwhile, Crystal Palace arrives in 13th, looking far more comfortable in their skin. While the Stakes for this mid-table clash are statistically low, the psychological weight for the hosts is massive. They are facing a Palace side that knows exactly how to frustrate struggling giants.
Key Battle
The defining conflict features the clinical movement of M. Kudus and X. Simons against a Palace defensive wall anchored by M. Guéhi. However, the real story is in the goalmouth. Dean Henderson has been playing like a man possessed, racking up saves and even stopping penalties recently. If C. Romero and the Spurs backline can't find a way to spark an attack from deep, they will spend the night running into a brick wall. The high Balance rating suggests these two are closer in quality right now than their club badges would suggest.
Our Verdict
Expect a cagey, frustrating affair that lacks the Stars power of typical Premier League thrillers. Tottenham will dominate the ball but struggle to breach the low block. Palace will look to E. Eze and A. Wharton to transition quickly on the break. We expect a low-scoring draw where the keepers take center stage, leaving the home fans waiting even longer for a convincing performance.