After seeing their club-record unbeaten streak come to an abrupt halt, Crystal Palace return to Premier League action this weekend with an unexpected top-six showdown against an in-form Bournemouth side at Selhurst Park.
The Eagles’ impressive six-month run without defeat was snapped by Everton just before the international break, their first loss since April, leaving Scott Parker’s men eager to bounce back in front of their home fans.
Meanwhile, Bournemouth continue to defy all pre-season predictions. Their thrilling comeback win over Fulham earlier this month not only extended their fine form but also kept them sitting proudly among the Champions League contenders, cementing their status as one of the campaign’s biggest surprises so far.
The Sporting News looks at the key details ahead of this game, including how to watch the match, kickoff times and the latest lineup news.
Crystal Palace vs. Bournemouth live stream, TV channel
Here's how to watch this Premier League match in the U.S.:
TV channel: -
Live stream: Peacock
This game is not available for live TV broadcast in the US. Streaming options are available on Peacock.
What time does Crystal Palace vs. Bournemouth kick off?
This Premier League clash takes place at Selhurst Park in London, England and kicks off on Saturday, October 18, at 3:00 p.m. local time (BST).
Here's how that time translates across the U.S.:
| Date | Kickoff time | |
| Eastern Time | Sat, Oct. 18 | 10:00 a.m. |
| Central Time | Sat, Oct. 18 | 9:00 a.m. |
| Mountain Time | Sat, Oct. 18 | 8:00 a.m. |
| Pacific Time | Sat, Oct. 18 | 7:00 a.m. |
Crystal Palace vs. Bournemouth predicted lineups, team news
With Yeremy Pino and Pape Sarr both shaking off their knocks in time to feature against Everton, Crystal Palace are expected to have a near full-strength squad when Bournemouth visit Selhurst Park. Only Cheick Doucouré (knee), Caleb Kporha (back), and Chadi Riad (knee) remain on the sidelines, though the latter is edging closer to a return and could rejoin the fold in the coming weeks.
Adam Wharton’s omission from the latest England squad raised a few eyebrows among supporters, yet Palace might secretly be grateful for Thomas Tuchel’s decision. The 21-year-old midfielder is fully fit and brimming with energy as domestic football resumes, ready to pull the strings once again in the middle of the park.
Up front, Jean-Philippe Mateta is set to continue leading the line amid mounting transfer rumours linking him with high-profile moves to Barcelona and Manchester United — speculation Palace will surely need to fend off come 2026.
Crystal Palace predicted starting XI (3-4-2-1, right to left): Henderson (GK) — Richards, Lacroix, Guehi — Munoz, Wharton, Hughes, Mitchell — Sarr, Pino — Mateta.
Injured: Cheick Doucoure (knee), Chadi Riad (knee), Caleb Kporha (back)
Suspended: None
Bournemouth, meanwhile, also emerge from the international break in decent shape. Andoni Iraola could welcome back long-serving defender Adam Smith from a thigh injury, while striker Enes Ünal (knee) is closing in on a return of his own.
Star forward Antoine Semenyo, now preparing for a World Cup campaign with Ghana following the Black Stars’ recent qualification, heads into gameweek eight boasting the second-highest goal contributions in the Premier League this season, trailing only Erling Haaland’s tally of 10.
While Semenyo’s place in the starting XI is beyond question, Marcus Tavernier may find himself making way for Justin Kluivert, while young full-back Alex Jiménez could earn a recall to the right flank at the expense of James Hill.
Bournemouth predicted starting XI (4-2-3-1, right to left): Petrovic (GK) — Jimenez, Diakite, Senesi, Truffert — Adams, Scott — Brooks, Kluivert, Semenyo — Evanilson.
Injured: Adam Smith (thigh), Enes Unal (knee)
Suspended: None
Premier League fixture schedule this week
All times are ET
Saturday, October 18
- Nottingham Forest vs. Chelsea (7:30 a.m.)
- Crystal Palace vs. AFC Bournemouth (10:00 a.m.)
- Burnley vs. Leeds United (10:00 a.m.)
- Sunderland vs. Wolverhampton Wanderers (10:00 a.m.)
- Manchester City vs. Everton (10:00 p.m.)
- Brighton & Hove Albion vs. Newcastle United (10:00 a.m.)
- Fulham vs. Arsenal (12:30 p.m.)
Sunday, October 19
- Tottenham Hotspur vs. Aston Villa (9:00 a.m.)
- Liverpool vs. Manchester United (9:00 a.m.)
Monday, October 20
- West Ham United vs. Brentford (3:00 p.m.)