Crystal Palace 2025/26 Fixtures: Buckle Up for Another Year of Mid-Table Mayhem

Crystal Palace 2025/26 Fixtures: Buckle Up for Another Year of Mid-Table Mayhem

And so, another chapter of Crystal Palace’s wonderfully chaotic Premier League existence is about to begin. The fixture list is out, the optimism is briefly bubbling, and everyone’s quietly hoping this might be the year things are… slightly less stressful. But then again, this is Palace – expecting a calm season is like expecting British summer to deliver sunshine.

Here we go — one fixture at a time.

August: Here We Go Again

The season kicks off on Sunday 17th August with an immediate trip to Stamford Bridge. Chelsea away at 2pm? Nothing like being reminded of your place in the food chain on opening weekend.

The following Saturday, 23rd August, sees Palace welcome Nottingham Forest to Selhurst Park. Early chance for some points here, but Forest have a knack for making things awkward.

The month wraps up on 30th August with a trip up to Villa Park to face Aston Villa. You’d like to think it’s winnable. But you’d also like to think you’ll win the lottery. Both are long shots.

September: Early Drama Brewing

Palace host newly-promoted Sunderland on 13th September. This one has ‘potential banana skin’ written all over it if the lads aren’t fully switched on.

A visit to West Ham follows on 20th September, where David Moyes’ men could turn up either brilliant or completely baffling.

Liverpool arrive at Selhurst Park on 27th September. Klopp’s pressing machine will either run riot or gift us a glorious, unexpected result. Probably the former, but we live in hope.

October: The Mood Begins to Shift

October opens on 4th with a trip to Goodison Park to face Everton. The Toffees are like a box of chocolates — you never quite know what you’re going to get, but indigestion is likely.

Bournemouth come to town on 18th October. On paper, one you’d expect to win. On grass, probably a frantic 3-2 thriller that leaves everyone exhausted.

Then it’s Arsenal away on 25th October. This one rarely goes well. Arsenal have developed a habit of giving Palace fans mild trauma.

November: Derby Drama and Big Beasts

Brentford come to Selhurst Park on 1st November. They’re always annoyingly hard to beat — full of energy and with just enough arrogance to get on your nerves.

The big one follows on 8th November: Brighton at home. The A23 Derby may not get worldwide headlines, but locally, this is war. Expect fouls, flares, and full-blooded tackles.

A trip to Wolves follows on 22nd November. Always a bit cagey at Molineux. One of those matches where even the highlights feel long.

Manchester United arrive on 29th November. By this point in the season, their fans will either be calling for the manager’s head or plotting a title charge. There’s rarely a middle ground.

December: The Festive Fixture Mayhem Begins

Burnley away under the lights on 3rd December. A freezing night at Turf Moor — football’s version of self-inflicted punishment.

Then it’s across London to Fulham on 6th December. Craven Cottage offers lovely scenery and plenty of scope for defensive mishaps.

Manchester City come to Selhurst Park on 13th December. Let’s be honest — anything other than defeat here will feel like winning the World Cup.

A trip to Leeds on 20th December follows. Expect high-intensity football, endless running, and a few choice words from both sets of managers.

Hot on the heels of Boxing Day sees Spurs visit Selhurst on 27th December — because nothing says festive like a London derby with VAR drama.

Then on 30th December, Fulham return for the reverse fixture. Back-to-back fixtures with Fulham — someone at the Premier League clearly enjoys their comedy.

January: A New Year, Same Old Headaches

The new year begins with a trip to Newcastle on 3rd January. The St James’ Park atmosphere will be bouncing, especially if their oil-fuelled European push is in full swing.

Aston Villa visit on 7th January under the lights. Another one of those where anything from a comfortable win to a miserable collapse feels equally likely.

Then it’s Sunderland away on 17th January, Chelsea at home on 24th January, and Nottingham Forest away on 31st January. A month that could set the tone for the rest of the campaign — or leave fans questioning why they support this club at all.

February: Squeaky Bum Territory

A trip to Brighton kicks off February on 7th. This fixture needs no extra spice — the fans will provide it in spades.

Burnley at home follows on 11th February. By now, these “must-win” home games will feel terrifying.

Wolves visit on 21st February, before another clash with Manchester United at Old Trafford on 28th February. Expect clenched jaws and plenty of referee-related moaning.

March: Spring Brings Nerves

March opens on 4th with a trip to Tottenham. Rarely a happy hunting ground. Prepare for frustration.

Leeds visit Selhurst on 14th March. Always frantic, always full of end-to-end action, and usually a few defensive calamities thrown in.

A trip to Manchester City on 21st March rounds off the month. Pep’s lads don’t take prisoners, and by this point, City might already be 12 points clear at the top.

April: The Run-In Looms

Newcastle arrive on 11th April, followed by West Ham on 18th April. Both tricky, both vital for Palace’s mid-table aspirations.

Then it’s up to Anfield on 25th April to face Liverpool. By now, everyone will be watching this one through their fingers.

May: The Final Sprint

The home stretch begins with Bournemouth away on 2nd May. You’d hope this is a banker for points, but Palace rarely do things the easy way.

Everton visit on 9th May for the last home game before two huge clashes to end the season.

Brentford away on 17th May could be crucial if mid-table security isn’t yet confirmed, before Arsenal visit on the final day — 24th May at 4pm. If Palace still need something here, expect full-scale emotional collapse in South London.

The Verdict: Prepare For The Usual Chaos

Another Palace season awaits — one filled with last-minute winners, inexplicable defeats, and enough VAR controversy to fill a very large swear jar. The fixture list doesn’t offer much comfort, but then again, would we really have it any other way?

Of course, amidst the emotional carnage, there’s always a little room for a cheeky flutter. Enter William Hill offering Bet £10 Get £30 in free bets for new customers. Perfect for when you convince yourself Palace can nick a point away at City. (Spoiler: they probably won’t.)

And let’s not forget the endless stream of free bet bonuses, boosted odds and accumulator offers floating around as the season unfolds. If the football doesn’t give you a headache, the betting options certainly might.

So, Palace fans, strap yourselves in. The 2025/26 season promises the usual combination of hope, horror, and hysterics — with William Hill’s free bets there to soften the inevitable emotional blows.