<p>The <a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/huddle/epl/predictions/epl-matchweek-1-accumulators-tips">opening weekend of the 2025/26 Premier League</a> has a number of juicy ties, with a London derby among the best.</p> <p>Chelsea will face off against Crystal Palace at Stamford Bridge on Sunday, with KO at 22:00 AEST. It’s a game that sees the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup champions take on the 2024/25 FA Cup and recent Community Shield winners.</p> <p>London derbies can often be an attractive betting opportunity for bettors due to the intensity that they offer. A little needle can often be found, although that doesn’t always appear in games between these two. Nonetheless, there are a few interesting things to consider…</p> <h2>Chelsea vs Crystal Palace Betting Preview</h2> <p>These two London clubs have become pretty familiar with each other over the years, now that the Eagles have established themselves in the top-flight for several years. Arguably, they are a side that continue to improve, especially under the guidance of Oliver Glasner.</p> <p>Indeed, while the recent successes are evident, the Eagles haven’t made life easy for Chelsea in their recent meetings. Last year’s fixtures both ended in a 1-1 draw, with Palace fighting back in the second half after falling behind. It marked a significant improvement on the year before, when Chelsea won 2-1 at Stamford Bridge and 3-1 at Selhurst Park.</p> <p>Chelsea have added significantly to their squad over the summer, with the likes of João Pedro, Jamie Gittens, Jorrel Hato, Liam Delap, Estevao, and others having arrived to join Enzo Maresca’s side. Many have departed, but key stars still remain.</p> <p>Crystal Palace have many established stars and players of real threat, including Ismaila Sarr and Jean-Philippe Mateta. Eberechi Eze remains, but questions remain for how long with Spurs and Arsenal circling. Likewise with Liverpool target Marc Guehi. The Eagles haven’t been active in this year’s transfer market, with Borna Sosa and Walter Benitez the only arrivals, posing questions over their squad depth and strength across various competitions.</p> <h2>Chelsea vs Crystal Palace Betting Predictions</h2> <p>In the current <a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/betting/soccer/united-kingdom/english-premier-league/chelsea-v-crystal-palace-9325028">Chelsea vs Crystal Palace betting odds</a>, the home side are considered the heavy favourites. This makes the ‘Draw’ possibility worth some value, as Palace have shown they can handle themselves in big games and get results under Glasner. However, Chelsea have won eight of their last nine EPL home matches.</p> <p>Additional value in the betting might come in the form of goals scored. The ‘Under 2.5 Goals’ looks appealing, given that the last two matches ended 1-1. Add in the fact that the Eagles have lost four of their last five EPL day matches at Stamford Bridge to nil, the ‘Chelsea - To Win to Nil’ bet also offers significant value.</p> <p>A ‘Correct Score’ bet is always tricky, but ‘Chelsea to win 1-0’ outcome looks most promising, as they have won three of their last four EPL matches as a favourite by a scoreline of 1-0.</p>