Manchester City defeat Crystal Palace 4-1: Match Recap & Betting Results

Fri, Aug 28, 2026 · Premier League · Manchester City 4, Crystal Palace 1

Manchester City beat Crystal Palace 4-1 on Friday, August 28, 2026, at Selhurst Park. The match went over the closing total of 2.5, with 5 goals combined.

Manchester City vs. Crystal Palace final score and match recap

Manchester City won by 3 goals.

The leading performers, from the box score:

Did Manchester City vs. Crystal Palace go over or under the goals total?

The match went over: 5 goals combined against a closing total of 2.5, over by 2.5.

Manchester City vs. Crystal Palace odds: sportsbook value and line movement

Shortly before kickoff, the consensus three-way moneyline had Manchester City at -161, the draw at +305 and Crystal Palace at +403. With the bookmaker's margin removed, that made it Manchester City 58%, the draw 23% and Crystal Palace 19%. Manchester City won as the favorite at -161: $62.11 profit on a $100 bet.

This result left Manchester City with 2 wins in the 2026-27 season. Their matches went over the closing total 1 time and under 1 time. That made it two straight wins for Manchester City.

This result left Crystal Palace with 2 losses in the 2026-27 season. Their matches went over the closing total 1 time and under 1 time. That made it two straight defeats for Crystal Palace.

What's next for Manchester City and Crystal Palace?

Next for Manchester City: Coventry City at home on Saturday, September 5, 2026. Next for Crystal Palace: at Fulham on Saturday, September 5, 2026.