Crystal Palace
Although Crystal Palace finished the last season with 14th position, their overall performance was not bad. As there was no danger of relegation, they just gor 1 draw and 7 losses in last 8 rounds. Fortunately, in the five friendly matches before the new season, Crystal Palace acheived an unbeaten record with 4 wins and 1 draw, being in good form.

Southampton
Southampton finally gained a good result of sitting 11th place in last season. They also beatManchester City at home. England striker, Danny Ings, who was transferred from Liverpool, was reactivated and scored 22 goals in League, being in fierce offenses.

Crystal Palace just got 2W-2D-6L in last 10 h2h games against Southampton, including losing last 3 h2h games at home, resulting in psychological disadvantage. Southamptonwill be trustworthy in this round.

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