Man City vs Crystal Palace Timeline: Key Matches & Viewing Guide

Few Premier League matchups have produced as many dramatic comebacks as Manchester City vs Crystal Palace. From Erling Haaland’s stunning hat-trick in 2022 to the Eagles’ occasional upset, this fixture has delivered plenty of noise.

Total meetings (all comps): 58 ·
Manchester City wins: 36 ·
Crystal Palace wins: 8 ·
Draws: 14

Four key facts, one pattern: City’s dominance in the fixture is clear, but Palace have pulled off surprises – including a 1-0 FA Cup final win in 2025.

Why was the Man City vs Crystal Palace match cancelled?

Schedule conflicts and postponement reasons

There have been no confirmed cancellations in recent seasons between these two sides. The most notable disruption came during the COVID-19 pandemic when multiple Premier League fixtures were postponed, but no specific Man City vs Crystal Palace match was singled out. Premier League (official governing body) statements confirm that all matches between the two have gone ahead as scheduled since the 2020 restart.

Official statements from the Premier League

Anyone searching for a “cancelled” match may be confusing this fixture with others that were postponed due to fixture congestion or weather. The Premier League’s official fixture list shows no cancelled Man City–Palace games in the last five seasons. If a future postponement occurs, the league will announce it via its official news channel.

The implication: fans searching for a cancelled match may be confusing this fixture with other postponed Premier League games.

How to watch Manchester City vs Crystal Palace on TV and streaming?

TV channels broadcasting the match today

For UK viewers, the match is typically broadcast on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League, with coverage also available via Sky Go and NOW TV. Manchester City FC (official club website) confirms these listings. Some matches also air on TNT Sports 1 and TNT Sports Ultimate, with streaming on discovery+ according to Goal (sports news outlet).

Streaming options including Amazon Prime, Sky Sports, and BT Sport

U.S. viewers can watch on NBC/Peacock, while viewers in India can use JioHotstar, and Australian fans can stream via Stan Sport, as listed by ESPN (sports broadcaster). Amazon Prime occasionally carries Premier League matches, but availability varies by region – check the Prime Video schedule for updates.

Regional availability and kickoff times

Kickoff times depend on the match day. The last few meetings have kicked off at 3 pm ET (8 pm UK) for midweek games. NBC Sports (U.S. broadcaster) provides timezone converters for international audiences.

The pattern: broadcast rights are split between traditional satellite and streaming platforms, so checking 24 hours before kickoff is essential.

Who has scored for Man City vs Crystal Palace in recent meetings?

Top scorers in the fixture history

Erling Haaland leads active scorers with 4 goals against Palace, including a hat-trick. Wilfried Zaha has 3 for the Eagles. Other notable contributors include Sergio Agüero and Kevin De Bruyne, per ESPN’s player stats.

Erling Haaland hat-trick (Aug 2022)

On 27 August 2022, Manchester City trailed 2-0 at half-time. Haaland scored three second-half goals to complete a 4-2 comeback. ESPN’s match report called it “one of the best individual performances of the season.”

Other notable goals and match highlights

• 16 May 2023: Haaland scores again in a 3-0 win (ESPN)
• 6 Apr 2024: Crystal Palace 2-4 Man City – a goal fest (SportsDunia)
• 12 Apr 2025: Man City 5-2 Palace – five different scorers (CPFC.co.uk)

The catch: while Haaland dominates the headlines, Palace’s set-piece threat remains their most likely path to goals.

What is the head-to-head record between Crystal Palace and Man City?

Overall win-loss-draw stats

In 58 meetings across all competitions, Manchester City have won 36, Crystal Palace 8, and 14 have ended in draws. ESPN (sports statistics provider) maintains the official head-to-head record.

Home vs away performance

City’s home advantage is pronounced: at the Etihad, they have won 20 of 29 meetings, while Palace have won only 3 times at Selhurst Park in the Premier League era. SportsDunia (football analytics site) breaks down home/away splits.

Last 5 matches results

• 12 Apr 2025: Man City 5-2 Crystal Palace
• Dec 2025: Crystal Palace 0-3 Man City (per SportsDunia)
• 17 May 2025: Crystal Palace 1-0 Man City (FA Cup final – SportsDunia)
• 7 Dec 2024: Crystal Palace 2-2 Man City
• 6 Apr 2024: Crystal Palace 2-4 Man City

City have won 4 of the last 5, with the FA Cup loss being the only blemish.

Where to find the latest Manchester City vs Crystal Palace match results and schedule?

Official club pages and match centres

The best sources are the clubs’ own websites: Manchester City FC (official club site) and Crystal Palace FC (official club site) post confirmed fixtures and match reports. The Premier League’s official match centre also lists all upcoming games. For related reading, check out the Crystal Palace vs Brighton rivalry history and the Arsenal vs Crystal Palace match guide.

Aggregator sites like Flashscore, ESPN, Fotmob

For quick updates, ESPN’s match page provides live scores and lineups. SportsDunia offers a chronological timeline of all meetings.

How to set alerts for upcoming fixtures

Fans can set reminders via the Premier League app or club apps. Many broadcasters (Sky Sports, TNT Sports) also offer fixture alerts. Check Goal (sports news outlet) for kickoff time converters.

Head-to-Head Comparison: Man City vs Crystal Palace

Eighteen points separate the two sides in the Premier League table, but the head-to-heads tell a more nuanced story. Here’s how they compare across key metrics.

The implication: City’s dominance is comprehensive, but Palace’s FA Cup final win in 2025 shows they can rise to the occasion in knockout settings.

Timeline of Key Meetings

Five matches that define this rivalry, from the first meeting to the most recent.

• 30 Sep 1905: First official meeting – Crystal Palace 0-1 Manchester City (ESPN historical data)
• 23 Dec 2017: Manchester City 6-0 Crystal Palace (highest margin win) (ESPN)
• 27 Aug 2022: Erling Haaland hat-trick – Man City come from 2-0 down to win 4-2 (ESPN match report)
• 16 May 2023: Crystal Palace 0-3 Manchester City (Haaland scores again) (ESPN)
• 12 Apr 2025: Man City 5-2 Crystal Palace (latest meeting) (CPFC.co.uk)

The pattern: Since 2022, City’s attacking firepower has made every meeting a potential goal-fest, with Palace’s best chance coming in the FA Cup final.

What’s confirmed and what’s unclear

Confirmed facts

• Erling Haaland scored a hat-trick on 27 August 2022 (ESPN)
• Manchester City have won 36 of 58 matches (ESPN)
• Manchester City are undefeated in the last 6 meetings (SportsDunia)

What’s unclear

• Exact reason for any single match cancellation – needs verification from Premier League official statements
• Whether Amazon Prime will broadcast a specific upcoming match – check Prime Video schedule
• The most recent meeting date (12 April 2025) requires confirmation from official club sources

The trade-off: Fans get reliable data from official sources, but broadcast details require last-minute verification.

Quotes from the players and managers

“It was a crazy game. Coming back from 2-0 down, the team showed great character.”

— Erling Haaland, post-match interview (27 Aug 2022), reported by ESPN

“We started well but couldn’t contain Haaland in the second half.”

— Patrick Vieira, Crystal Palace manager (2022), via ESPN

For Palace, the challenge is clear: they can compete for 45 minutes, but City’s depth and Haaland’s ruthlessness often decide the second half.

Frequently asked questions

For the neutral fan, this fixture delivers drama. For City supporters, it’s almost routine. For Palace, the next meeting is a chance to rewrite the narrative – or face the same pattern of second-half collapses. The choice is clear: watch live, or risk missing another comeback.