Crystal Palace vs Fulham: Head to Head Record & Stats
Crystal Palace and Fulham have faced each other 21 times since 2004, with Palace winning eight matches and Fulham winning five. Their most recent contest, an August 2026 behind-closed-doors friendly, ended with Crystal Palace coming from behind to win 2-1.
Stats line: 21 meetings since 2004 · 8 Crystal Palace wins · 5 Fulham wins · 8 draws · Most recent: Crystal Palace 2-1 Fulham (August 2026)
Head-to-Head Record
- Total matches: 21
- Crystal Palace wins: 8
- Fulham wins: 5
- Draws: 8
Recent Form (Friendly)
- August 2026: Crystal Palace 2-1 Fulham
- Friendly match at Motspur Park
Goals Scored
- Crystal Palace: 27 goals total
- Fulham: 25 goals total
Where to Watch
- Not currently on Prime TV
- Typically broadcast on Sky Sports in UK
- Stream via club official channels for friendlies
The table below shows the all-time competitive record across different databases, revealing notable source disagreements about the total number of meetings and exact win counts.
| Source | Total meetings | CP wins | Fulham wins | Draws |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sports Mole editorial count | 56 | 17 | 19 | 20 |
| Soccerbase competitive record | 53 | 15 | 19 | 19 |
| 11v11 historical data | 54 | 16 | 19 | 19 |
| Premier League meetings since 2004 (FBref & Soccerbase) | 21 | 8 | 5 | 8 |
Data conflict note: Sports Mole claims 56 total competitive meetings since the clubs first played, while Soccerbase and 11v11 each report 53 and 54 matches respectively, with slightly different win distributions. The Premier League-era count of 21 matches is consistent across FBref and Soccerbase.
Who is favored to win: Fulham or Palace?
Betting predictions for this matchup vary depending on competition and timing. For the August 2026 friendly, Tipsters.net tipped Fulham to win, projecting over 2.5 total goals. The actual result was a Crystal Palace victory.
Current betting odds (if available from reputable sportsbooks)
No major sportsbook has published odds for the next scheduled fixture as of this article’s publication. For the January 2026 Premier League meeting, Fox Sports picked Crystal Palace 2-1 Fulham with over 2.5 goals.
Head-to-head record analysis
Crystal Palace has won 8 of the last 21 meetings, Fulham has won 5, and 8 ended in draws. The most recent friendly result is Crystal Palace 2-1 Fulham. Sports Mole predicted Crystal Palace 1-2 Fulham in December 2025 for a later encounter. The pattern: Palace holds a slight edge in win percentage (38%) over Fulham (24%) since 2004.
TL;DR: Crystal Palace holds a better head-to-head record since 2004, with 8 wins to Fulham’s 5. Betting predictions have favored both sides at different times, and the August 2026 friendly defied the odds by ending in a Palace comeback win.
Which team has beaten Crystal Palace the most?
Crystal Palace’s most frequent historical opponent is Manchester United, who have beaten them 33 times in the Premier League era. Within the context of this specific matchup, Fulham has beaten Palace 5 times since 2004.
Historical worst opponents for Crystal Palace
Manchester United leads the all-time beatings against Crystal Palace in the Premier League. Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool have also recorded significant win counts against Palace. Fulham’s 5 wins since 2004 rank them mid-table among Palace’s opposition.
Fulham’s record against Crystal Palace
According to Soccerbase and 11v11, Fulham has beaten Crystal Palace 19 times across all competitions historically, but only 5 times in the Premier League era (since 2004). The discrepancy arises from many meetings in lower leagues and cup competitions before 2004.
What this means: When analyzing modern competitive balance, the 21-meeting sample since 2004 is more relevant than the full 56-meeting historical count, because Palace and Fulham played in different divisions for decades before both reaching the Premier League.
Is Crystal Palace the oldest football club in the world?
No. Crystal Palace claims origins dating to 1861, but this is disputed by football historians. Sheffield FC, founded in 1857, is widely recognized as the oldest football club in the world.
Crystal Palace founding date (1861 as a football club, 1905 amateur)
Crystal Palace FC’s official history notes that a football club existed at the Crystal Palace Park as early as 1861, but the current professional club was founded in 1905. The club uses 1861 as its founding year for branding, noting that a Crystal Palace team played under the name “Crystal Palace” earlier.
Sheffield FC (1857) and other older clubs
Sheffield FC (1857), Cray Wanderers (1860), and Hallam FC (1860) all predate Crystal Palace’s 1861 claim. FIFA and The Football Association recognize Sheffield FC as the world’s oldest.
Controversy around Crystal Palace’s claim
Football statisticians and historians generally dispute the 1861 origin on grounds of continuity. The 1861 club ceased to exist, while the 1905 club founded by the same grounds association was a separate entity.
The catch: Crystal Palace’s “oldest club” claim relies on treating a predecessor sports club as the same entity as the modern professional team, a standard that would retroactively age many clubs across Europe.
What happens if Crystal Palace wins the FA Cup?
An FA Cup winner qualifies for the UEFA Europa League group stage and receives prize money of approximately £2 million. Crystal Palace has never won the FA Cup, finishing as runners-up in 1990 and 2016.
Europa League qualification
The FA Cup winner automatically enters the UEFA Europa League group stage, regardless of Premier League finishing position. If the winner has already qualified for the Champions League, the Europa League spot goes to the next-highest Premier League team not already qualified.
Prize money
Winning the FA Cup in 2025-26 would net Crystal Palace approximately £2 million in prize money from The Football Association, plus additional broadcast revenue and gate receipts from the final.
Historical context
Crystal Palace has reached the FA Cup final twice, losing 1-0 to Manchester United after extra time in 1990 and 2-1 to Manchester United in 2016 thanks to extra-time goals. The club has not won a major trophy since its founding.
What are the stats for Crystal Palace vs Fulham?
The 21 meetings since 2004 break down as follows, according to FBref historical matchup data and Soccerbase.
Head-to-head record
- Total matches: 21
- Crystal Palace wins: 8
- Fulham wins: 5
- Draws: 8
Goals scored
- Crystal Palace goals: 27
- Fulham goals: 25
- Average goals per match: 2.48
Recent Premier League meetings
- 2025-02-22: Fulham 0-2 Crystal Palace (FBref)
- 2024-11-09: Crystal Palace 0-2 Fulham (FBref)
- 2024-04-27: Fulham 1-1 Crystal Palace (FBref)
- 2023-09-23: Crystal Palace 0-0 Fulham (FBref)
- 2022-12-26: Crystal Palace 0-3 Fulham (FBref)
- 2021-02-28: Crystal Palace 0-0 Fulham (FBref)
Timeline of key meetings
- 2004-2005 season: First recorded Premier League meeting between Crystal Palace and Fulham
- 2022-12-26: Crystal Palace 0-3 Fulham — Fulham’s biggest win in the rivalry since 2004
- 2025-02-22: Fulham 0-2 Crystal Palace — Palace’s most recent Premier League win in the fixture
- August 7, 2026: Most recent friendly: Fulham 1-2 Crystal Palace at Motspur Park
TL;DR: Since 2004, Crystal Palace leads the rivalry with 8 wins to Fulham’s 5, but the two teams have drawn 8 times. Goals are evenly matched at 27 for Palace and 25 for Fulham. The August 2026 friendly saw Palace come from a goal down to win 2-1.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Did Crystal Palace just win a trophy?
No. Crystal Palace has not won a major trophy since its founding. The club reached two FA Cup finals (1990, 2016) but lost both to Manchester United.
Is Fulham Crystal Palace on TV?
Premier League matches between Fulham and Crystal Palace are typically broadcast on Sky Sports in the UK. Friendly matches may be streamed via official club channels. TV schedules are not published far in advance.
Is Crystal Palace on Prime TV?
Amazon Prime Video holds rights to a selection of Premier League matches each season, but Crystal Palace games are not confirmed for Prime at this time. Check the club’s official broadcast guide closer to matchday.
Where can I watch Fulham live?
Fulham matches are broadcast on Sky Sports and TNT Sports in the UK, and on NBC Sports in the United States. Friendly matches may be available on Fulham’s official website or streaming platform.
How much debt is Crystal Palace in?
Crystal Palace’s exact debt figure is not publicly disclosed in 2025 financial filings. Estimated debt was approximately £150 million as of 2024 financial reports, though this is an unofficial figure.
What is the prediction for Crystal Palace vs Fulham?
Predictions vary by source. For the January 2026 Premier League fixture, Fox Sports picked Crystal Palace 2-1 Fulham with over 2.5 goals. Tipsters.net picked Fulham to win the August 2026 friendly, but Crystal Palace won 2-1 instead. The pattern: home advantage tends to influence outcomes.
What happened in the last match Crystal Palace vs Fulham?
The most recent match was a behind-closed-doors friendly on August 7, 2026, at Motspur Park. Fulham took the lead before Crystal Palace came from behind to win 2-1, according to the Crystal Palace official match report.
Summary: Crystal Palace holds a narrow historical edge over Fulham in the Premier League era, with 8 wins to Fulham’s 5 in 21 meetings. The August 2026 friendly result — a 2-1 Palace comeback win — suggests competitive balance remains tight. The implication for the upcoming Premier League season: neither side enters with a clear psychological advantage, and home form will likely decide the next league encounter.
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