Manchester City return to Premier League action this Saturday, April 12, 2025, with a crucial home fixture against Crystal Palace at the Etihad Stadium. Kick-off is set for 12:30 PM BST, and fans across the UK and around the world are gearing up for what promises to be a compelling match.
International Viewing Options
Global fans can check their local listings to find official broadcasters through LiveSoccerTV.com, which provides up-to-date international coverage details.
In-App Matchday Coverage
Both clubs offer comprehensive matchday experiences through their official apps:
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Man City App: Features live audio commentary from Alistair Mann and Clive Allen, in-game statistics via Opta, push notifications for key events, and post-match highlights (short highlights available from 19:00 BST, full replay from midnight on CITY+).
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Crystal Palace App: Offers live blog updates, goal notifications, in-game stats, exclusive interviews, and behind-the-scenes footage. Palace TV+ subscribers also get access to live academy matches and press conferences.
Team News & Predicted Lineups
Manchester City
Pep Guardiola is dealing with a lengthy injury list, with Erling Haaland, Rodri, Nathan Aké, John Stones, and Manuel Akanji all ruled out.
There’s speculation over Phil Foden’s starting position after a dip in form, while Kevin De Bruyne is expected to retain the captain’s armband. Jack Grealish and Savinho are both pushing for starting roles following their omission from the Manchester Derby.
Crystal Palace
The Eagles are facing a defensive dilemma. Marc Guehi is suspended following a red card last weekend, and Maxence Lacroix remains a doubt due to concussion protocols. Chris Richards is nearing a return from injury and may be called upon to fill the void.
Eddie Nketiah is also suspended, limiting Palace’s attacking options as they head to Manchester.
Recent Form and Head-to-Head
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Manchester City: Guardiola’s men were held to a 0-0 draw in their last Premier League outing against Manchester United at Old Trafford.
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Crystal Palace: The Eagles come into the match on the back of a spirited 2-1 win over Brighton, despite ending the game with only nine players.
Historically, Crystal Palace have proven to be a difficult opponent for City. In their last seven Premier League meetings, Palace have managed to take points on four occasions, including a dramatic 2-2 draw earlier this season at Selhurst Park.
Manager’s Preview
Pep Guardiola will speak to the media in his pre-match press conference on Friday, April 11 at 13:30 BST. Fans can watch it live via ManCity.com or the official Man City app. A written and video recap will also be made available shortly afterward.
Key Stats and What to Expect
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City have dropped points in four of their last seven games against Palace.
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Palace are unbeaten in their last three away matches.
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Both sides have significant player absences, making this fixture harder to predict than the standings suggest.
Final Thoughts
With Champions League qualification on the line for Manchester City and Crystal Palace eager to continue their unbeaten away run, this Premier League clash is set up to be a tense and tactically intriguing affair.
Whether you’re tuning in from home or following via live updates, make sure you don’t miss a moment of this Saturday’s action.
Where to Watch Manchester City vs Crystal Palace
How to Watch Manchester City vs Crystal Palace For UK viewers, the game will be broadcast live on TNT Sports 1 and TNT Sports Ultimate, with pre-match coverage beginning at 11:00 AM BST. Fans who prefer to stream the match online can do so via the Discovery+ app and website.
Crystal Palace supporters can also follow the action through Palace TV+, which offers live audio commentary via cpfc.co.uk and the Official Crystal Palace App.
